Energy & Hydropower: NEA is preparing to extend RCOD deadlines for hydropower projects under PPAs that haven’t started commercial generation, grouping projects by progress and PPA compliance to decide which qualify for extensions. Budget & Policy Execution: Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has begun budget implementation discussions for FY 2083/84 with ministry secretaries, signaling the next push from planning to delivery. Agriculture & Food Systems: Nepal launched an agriculture-food system strengthening project with Chinese support, aiming to boost productivity, food sovereignty, and value-chain development, while Agriculture Minister Gita Chaudhary called for international cooperation for climate-smart farming. Power Reliability: Power outages disrupted FIFA World Cup final viewing across Nepal, sparking public anger and online backlash as electricity cuts hit during peak match moments. Capital Markets: NEPSE rose 1.55% on Monday, recovering after a strong prior session, with trading led by hydropower and agro-related stocks. Healthcare Costs: A 3% Health Equity Fee on private hospitals has taken full effect, drawing criticism from patients and providers over higher treatment bills. Trade & Investment Links: Nepal Chamber of Commerce met Spain’s chamber to strengthen economic cooperation, with an MoU planned and a Spanish business delegation eyed for early 2027. Fertilizer Supply: 1,250 metric tons of DAP fertilizer is set to arrive in Nepal, part of a larger shipment moving in phases. Public Health Watch: Health authorities report rising diarrhea and other infectious disease risks as monsoon intensifies. Industry & Manufacturing: Drug price adjustment is being proposed using India’s NPPA as a reference, with annual review planned for selected medicines. Agri Progress: Paddy plantation has reached about 70% nationwide thanks to improved monsoon rains.