Stock Market Boost: Nepal’s NEPSE jumped after Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle unveiled the Capital Market Strengthening and Revitalization Action Plan, with the index rising 48.57 points (to 2,633.62) and turnover hitting about Rs 8.29 billion. Real Estate Recovery: Nepal Rastra Bank data shows real estate transactions nearly doubled to Rs 720.86 billion in FY 2082/83, with transaction numbers and transacted area also improving. UPI Fees Debate (India): A 22-member panel in India is set to decide Merchant Discount Rate charges for UPI payments above Rs 2,000 to merchants, while transactions up to Rs 2,000 remain free—sparking political pushback. Energy & Winter Supply: Nepal is preparing for winter load-shedding after Bhote Koshi flood damage; India approved electricity imports of up to 654 MW for 18 hours daily until Dec 31. Flood Economy & Reconstruction: Flood impacts keep dominating policy talk, including calls for faster relief and rebuilding, and attention to cross-border trade disruptions. Pasture Policy Reform: National Assembly leaders pushed for clearer laws and federal coordination to manage pastures and grazing lands to boost livestock output and reduce imports. Tourism Bill Watch (Casinos): Casino operators urged changes to licensing frequency and clearer rules on casino operations within hotel premises, plus revised classification by gaming area.