Water & Infrastructure: NEA has extended the national transmission line to Upper Sinuwa on the Annapurna Trail, bringing grid electricity to a trekking corridor long dependent on micro-hydro, improving hotel services and visitor convenience. Water Supply Upgrade: Work has started on an 1,800mm Melamchi pipeline in Sundarijal to expand Kathmandu Valley distribution; PID says tenders are moving for further network expansions and the system will be handed to KUKL after testing. Industry & Compliance: The Department of Industry warned manufacturers to strictly follow environmental laws, including effluent treatment and pollution-control equipment, with a 30-day deadline for anti-pollution details. Parliament & Budget Oversight: HoR sessions continue on the Appropriation Bill with ministry-wise budget queries and responses, including industry, agriculture, energy, communications, tourism and health. FDI Watch: Nepal received FDI pledges of Rs 47.61 billion in 11 months, down from Rs 60.60 billion last year, with 914 firms registered. Energy Transition for Households: Madhes Province chief urged wider use of electric cookstoves, linking it to cleaner kitchens, better health, and reduced LPG and firewood imports. Trade Shock for Tea: Tea factories in Ilam suspended operations after India tightened quality-testing rules, threatening livelihoods for leaf suppliers. Governance & Regulation: Government brought OTT platforms under mandatory registration and licensing, setting clearer rules for foreign and domestic operators. Transport Project Milestone: Preparations are underway to operate the Nagdhunga-Naubise Tunnel from mid-July, including rescue tests and toll collection systems.