AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCustoms Transparency Watch: Nepal’s Customs Department says Rs 85.23 billion in customs revenue was exempted in the last fiscal year—up from Rs 79.87 billion the year before—while the Auditor General flags gaps in how records are consolidated and monitored. Power for Summer Demand: Nepalgunj’s electricity network is getting five new feeders (16 to 21) plus upgrades to aging lines and transformers to cut overloads and stabilize voltage ahead of heat. Border Connectivity Boost: Nepal Telecom has expanded the Korala (Nepal–China) microwave BTS setup—doubling solar and battery capacity and adding equipment—so 2G/4G mobile and internet work more reliably for traders, tourists, and officials. Parliament Pre-Budget Push: HoR MPs have started debating the Appropriation Bill’s principles and priorities, while NA lawmakers stress faster, quality infrastructure delivery and timely inputs for paddy planting. Energy Policy Shift: The government is moving to promote electric cooking—planning to abolish LPG cooking subsidy and support electric stoves for the next decade. Health Regulation: Nepal Medical Council temporarily reversed its plan to revoke licenses of 36 non-resident doctors after criticism, asking them to renew/update registration.
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