Nepal News Evening Briefing | Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Summary
Nepal news highlights include political party clarifications, court decisions, diplomatic farewells, foreign policy declarations, economic updates, and social protests. The Nepal Stock Exchange rebounded and domestic airfares decreased following fuel price cuts.
Key Points
- The Rastriya Swatantra Party clarified data errors regarding minor memberships and faced NHRC scrutiny over alleged enrollment of underage members.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal denied reports of a Nepal–US military uranium mining deal and informed about Nepal's request for a three-year LDC graduation extension.
- Diplomatic activities included President Paudel's farewell to the Pakistani Ambassador and efforts to strengthen Nepal-Saudi Arabia ties.
- Nepal Stock Exchange reversed a seven-day decline, gaining 44.59 points, while CAAN reduced domestic airfares after a fuel price cut.
- Susta border residents staged a sit-in protest in Kathmandu demanding citizenship and land rights, highlighting ongoing regional issues.
