Electricity & Industry: Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha says the govt is preparing seasonal electricity tariffs and concessional rates for high-volume users to absorb rainy-season surplus, while adding nine substations in Sunsari–Morang to make supply more reliable. Power Purchase Agreements: The Nepal Electricity Authority has formed a 5-member subcommittee to set new PPA criteria within seven days, aiming to speed up deals with licensed energy producers. Irrigation for Jobs: Shrestha inspected the Sunsari–Morang Irrigation Project, stressing irrigation must come with integrated farm support to raise production and incomes (the project is cited at over Rs 14 billion in annual ag output). Mining Governance: A new Mines and Mineral Resources Bill would let provinces explore minerals under provincial law, but extraction needs federal approval. Agri Trade Pressure: Nepal imported over Rs 24.26 billion of agri products via Kakarbhitta in 2082/83, led by cereals and pulses. Food Safety & Industry Readiness: Meat inspection will become mandatory in phases from December, but implementation faces infrastructure gaps at slaughterhouses. Telecom for Digital Economy: An Integrated Telecommunications Policy draft targets 50 Mbps broadband for 80% of the population in 5 years and 98% in 10, linking telecom with sectors like agriculture and industry. Manufacturing Bottleneck: Anti-snake venom shortages are being reported amid procurement challenges, even as demand is estimated around 5 lakh vials annually. Agri Finance Stress: Sugarcane farmers in Nawalparasi (West) say sugar mills still haven’t cleared dues, with mills reportedly owing tens of millions of rupees. Livestock Value Addition: Dolpa’s Jagdulla Rural Municipality and DDC signed an agreement to start commercial yak cheese production, targeting about 30 tonnes annually. Auto & Local Assembly: The 18th NADA Auto Show opens Tuesday, highlighting Nepal-assembled vehicles and parts, with the theme “From Industry to Employment.” Weather Risk: Monsoon conditions continue with heavy rain possible in hilly areas, raising landslide and flood concerns.