Good Morning Nepal!
1. Market Regulator Quits Mid-Investigation
The head of Nepal’s securities board resigned while under anti-corruption scrutiny. He handed it directly to the finance minister—because timing is everything. In Nepal, accountability sometimes arrives… just before the exit.
2. Schools: Start When Parents Agree?
Local bodies have been told to begin school admissions and classes based on need and consultation. Because one national decision wasn’t confusing enough. Education policy, now with local customization.
3. Weekend Shutdown in Government Hospitals
Public hospitals will now observe Saturday and Sunday holidays for staff. Emergency stays open—but OPD takes the weekend off. Healthcare, but only on working days.
4. Prime Minister Gets Legal Flexibility
The Supreme Court allowed PM Balen Shah to attend hearings via a representative. Running the country is busy work, apparently. Even court dates now come with delegation options.
5. Foreign Job Ads Told to Be Transparent
Authorities now require manpower agencies to clearly list contact persons in ads. A basic rule—finally enforced. Clarity in foreign employment? That’s new.
6. Doctors Told: Stop Posting Patients Online
Medical Council warned doctors against sharing patient-related content on social media. Because “content creation” wasn’t in the oath. Privacy, rediscovered.
7. TU Gives 35-Day Land Ultimatum
Tribhuvan University has asked encroachers to return its land within 35 days. After years of silence, the clock suddenly matters.Let’s see if land moves faster than paperwork.
8. Asan Goes Car-Free on Saturdays
Kathmandu plans weekly car-free days with cultural events in Asan.Less traffic, more tradition—finally a good trade.If it works, horns might actually get a day off.
9. Oil Prices Drop as Key Route Reopens
Global oil prices fell after a major shipping route reopened in the Middle East. From $98 to $88 per barrel—good news, finally. Now we wait to see if Nepal notices.