Energy Policy Push: Nepal’s Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha says regulatory and policy reforms for electricity exports should move in parallel, not step-by-step, to avoid delays in Nepal–India trading and unlock investment. Electricity Market Reform: The ministry is preparing amendments to let the private sector enter electricity trading, while IPPAN argues private firms are ready and should be licensed faster. LPG Supply Relief in Kathmandu: Nepal Oil Corporation will sell cooking gas from seven Kathmandu Valley locations on Sunday (11am–5pm), with ID checks and priority for coupon holders after Saturday’s shortage. Gas Distribution Controls: NOC faced public criticism over mandatory citizenship/identity cards; officials say it’s to stop hoarding and ensure genuine consumers get cylinders. Development Under Scrutiny: Lumbini Development Trust is accused of administrative hurdles and delays, with stakeholders blaming political appointees and management issues. Industry Stress: Udaypur Cement Industry is in crisis, with cement reportedly piling up for months due to bag supply problems linked to payment disputes. Sports & Training Link: Nepal Golf Association signs a cooperation deal with China’s Guangzhou ADAY GOLF to train players and build a golf academy in Nepal. Trade Remedies Watch: A Bangladesh Foreign Trade Institute study says Bangladesh uses anti-dumping and other trade tools less than it faces abroad, as India reviews duties affecting regional jute and related goods.