Private Investment Security: The Cabinet approved a “Private Investment Protection and Promotion Strategy” to restore investor confidence by guaranteeing physical security for industries and business assets after past protest-linked vandalism. Tourism Push: Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Khadakraj Poudel pledged closer private-sector partnership, wellness tourism training plans, and said Nepal Airlines will be run via public-private partnership. NEPSE Watch: Nepal Stock Exchange slipped slightly—NEPSE fell 7.37 points to 2,643.83 on Friday; turnover rose to about Rs 4.28 billion. LPG Supply Calm: The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies urged consumers not to hoard LPG, saying imports and daily supply are above normal; the LP Gas Industry Association echoed “no shortage,” blaming fear-driven stocking. Banking Results: National Commercial Bank reported net profit of Rs 4.55 billion in FY 2082/83 Q4, citing loan growth and lower impairment charges. Health Insurance Payments: NPR 3.56 billion was paid to 376 health facilities under the health insurance program. Telecom Digital Service: Nepal Telecom started online ownership transfer for postpaid SIMs, with *9# for owner check and OTP-based verification. Cybercrime & Security: Police recorded 20,526 cybercrime complaints (mid-July 2025 to mid-July 2026) and arrested 155; separately, AI-driven automated cyberattacks were reported abroad. Cross-border Crime: Delhi Police dismantled an Indo-Nepal charas syndicate, seizing 106.25 kg worth about Rs 109 crore and arresting four Nepalese nationals. Mining Revenue Drop: Nepal’s mining-related revenue fell to Rs 894.8 million in FY 2025/26, down about Rs 700 million year-on-year. Fair Price Shops: FMTC began year-round fair price outlets—193 locations across 44 districts—with discounts for essential goods.