EV & Exports: Montra Electric (Murugappa Group) has started exporting its Super Auto electric three-wheeler to Nepal and Tanzania, with orders across West Africa, citing Nepal’s EV-friendly policies, higher fuel costs and hydropower access. Aviation Infrastructure: A House Finance Committee directive asks the Civil Aviation Authority to expand and better manage immigration and customs premises at the international airport, and to maintain structures so users aren’t hit with extra burdens. Strategic Roads Watch: Parliament scrutiny says the Army-led Kathmandu–Terai/Madhesh Fast Track is only ~48.7% physically complete after nine years, with rising costs blamed on delays. Capital Markets: Nepal Securities Board set a framework to curb arbitrary IPO premium pricing (outside book-building), using scientific valuation methods and sector criteria to protect small investors. LPG Supply Crunch: Nepal Oil Corporation increased LPG imports from India (notably in Shrawan) to ease shortages in western districts, after demand spikes from consumer stockpiling. Power & Industry: Madhes Province transmission lines and substations are being pushed to meet rising electricity demand and support industrial expansion. Agri Tech: Nepal is testing AI systems to detect and deter crop-raiding rhesus macaques, aiming to reduce farmers’ guarding burden. Food Retail: FMTCL opened a food sale outlet in Singha Durbar, prioritizing Nepali products and discount pricing for civil servants and visitors. Education Dropout Alarm: A parliamentary panel flagged a steep decline in schools and students, with nearly 73% dropping out before higher secondary. Parliament Oversight: Multiple committees are set to meet today on airport heritage, fertilizers, water supply plans, and Dalit commission progress.