AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoParliament Watch: Nepal’s National Assembly meets today to discuss economic and budget-related bills, including group talks on appropriations for seven ministries plus key offices under the Appropriation Bill 2083. Agriculture & Food Security: The Ministry of Agriculture released Rs 500 million to compensate poultry farmers hit by bird flu, covering up to 75% of assessed losses after destruction of about 700,000 birds and 1.1 million eggs. Markets & Trade: Gold and silver prices rose in Nepal—gold up Rs 7,200 to Rs 290,700 per tola; silver up to Rs 4,615 per tola. Hydropower & Infrastructure: Construction of the main tunnel for the 106 MW Jagdulla hydropower project has started in Dolpa, aimed at boosting Karnali’s energy and local development. Banking & Digital Payments: Global IME Bank launched instant account blocking via hotline or its app to curb online fraud. Energy & Retail Compliance: Nepal Oil Corporation introduced penalties for petrol pumps that disrupt fuel supply—fines up to Rs 1 million and suspension up to 15 days. Business Environment: ADB approved a $50 million loan to modernize Nepal’s customs and logistics, targeting lower trade costs and better border predictability. Telecom Expansion: Nepal Telecom began 4G coverage expansion in Tikauli jungle area of Bharatpur, Chitwan, to improve highway and underserved settlement connectivity.
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