Nepal’s day was marked by governance moves to streamline projects, international diplomacy with major neighbors, and ongoing legal and public accountability actions.
Politics & Governance
Member of Parliament Dangi called for a single effective law to manage and deliver “national pride” projects, aiming to streamline procedures and improve implementation. Prime Minister Balendra Shah met Chinese Ambassador Zhang Maoming to discuss strengthening Nepal-China cooperation across multiple areas, with emphasis on deepening historical ties. During the same diplomatic day, Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava also held a courtesy meeting with PM Shah to advance bilateral coordination.
MP Dangi Prime Minister Balendra Shah Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava
Courts & Accountability
The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has started an asset investigation into the personal secretaries of two former Prime Ministers, reflecting continued efforts to address corruption and accountability. The Special Court in Kathmandu granted bail to former Finance Minister Gyanendra Bahadur Karki, a Nepali Congress leader, in connection with a corruption case related to the Pokhara International Airport. Separately, the Supreme Court issued an interim order preventing the removal of elected officials from Nepal Scouts, with a discussion scheduled for August 19 on term limits.
CIAA Special Court in Kathmandu Supreme Court interim order
Economy & Business
A panel was formed to study Koshi Province’s export potential, with the stated goal of identifying opportunities and constraints to expand regional exports. Meanwhile, a study highlighted that monkey raids are inflicting major annual losses on farmers, underscoring the need for mitigation strategies to protect agricultural productivity. The Kalimati Fruits and Vegetables Market Development Committee also set maximum wholesale prices for the day, including local large tomatoes and carrots, reflecting ongoing market price monitoring.
Panel to study Koshi Province’s export potential Study on monkey raids Kalimati wholesale price list
Society & Community
The government reached a seven-point agreement with the family of the deceased Mehta six days after his death, including commitments on compensation and support measures. Thousands of devotees visited Halesi on the final Monday of Saun, indicating continued high local religious participation. The day’s developments collectively included both community support steps for a bereaved family and large-scale attendance at a major spiritual site.
Seven-point agreement with Mehta’s family Halesi devotees on final Monday of Saun
Date: August 11, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Shrawan 26, 2083
Top News
1. राष्ट्रिय गौरवका आयोजनाका लागि एउटै प्रभावकारी कानुन बनाऔं : सांसद डाँगी (www.onlinekhabar.com)
Member of Parliament Dangi has called for the creation of a single effective law to manage national pride projects in Nepal. This initiative aims to streamline processes and enhance the execution of such projects.
2. Chinese Ambassador Maoming calls on Prime Minister Shah (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Chinese Ambassador Zhang Maoming met with Prime Minister Balendra Shah to discuss strengthening Nepal-China relations and enhancing cooperation in various fields. Prime Minister Shah highlighted the importance of deepening historical ties and collaboration on mutual interests. Additionally, Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava also met with Shah earlier the same day.
3. मृत्यु भएको ६ दिनपछि मेहताको परिवारसँग सरकारले गर्यो ७ बुँदे सहमति (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The government reached a seven-point agreement with the family of deceased Mehta six days after his death. The agreement includes commitments from the authorities regarding compensation and support for the family.
4. Panel formed to study Koshi Province’s export potential (risingnepaldaily.com)
A panel has been established to assess the export potential of Koshi Province. The initiative aims to identify opportunities and challenges in boosting the region's export activities.
5. Monkey raids cost farmers millions annually: Study (risingnepaldaily.com)
A study reveals that monkey raids are causing significant financial losses for farmers in Nepal, amounting to millions of dollars each year. The findings highlight the urgent need for effective management strategies to mitigate the impact of these raids on agricultural productivity.
6. Indian envoy pays courtesy call on PM Shah (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava met with Prime Minister Balendra Shah to discuss Nepal-India relations, emphasizing the need to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation. The ambassador expressed commitment to enhancing relations during the meeting at the Prime Minister's Office. Additionally, China's Ambassador to Nepal, Zhang Maoming, is also expected to meet with Prime Minister Shah today.
7. अख्तियारले थाल्यो दुई पूर्वप्रधानमन्त्रीका स्वकीय सचिवहरूको सम्पत्ति अनुसन्धान (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has initiated an asset investigation into the personal secretaries of two former Prime Ministers in Nepal. This move is part of a broader effort to address issues of corruption and accountability within the government.
8. Thousands of devotees visit Halesi on final Monday of Saun (risingnepaldaily.com)
Thousands of devotees flocked to Halesi on the last Monday of the Saun month for religious observances. The influx of visitors highlights the significance of the site in local spiritual practices.
9. Former Minister Karki released on bail (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Special Court in Kathmandu has granted bail to former Finance Minister Gyanendra Bahadur Karki, a Nepali Congress leader, for Rs 1.5 million, following his appearance in a corruption case related to the Pokhara International Airport. Additionally, the Supreme Court issued an interim order preventing the removal of elected officials from Nepal Scouts, with a discussion scheduled for August 19 regarding their term limits.
10. आज कुन तरकारीको मूल्य कति? (nepalnews.com)
The Kalimati Fruits and Vegetables Market Development Committee has set the maximum wholesale prices for various agricultural products. Notable prices include local large tomatoes at NPR 60 per kg, carrots (local) at NPR 120 per kg, and green beans at NPR 50 per kg. Other prices include apples (Fuji) at NPR 300 per kg and fresh fish (Rahu) at NPR 370 per kg.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 152.64 |
| CAD → NPR | 108.88 |
| AUD → NPR | 107.46 |
| GBP → NPR | 205.16 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.64 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4401.66 | NPR 251,950.75 |
| Silver | $65.39 | NPR 3,742.92 |
Disclaimer
- Forex rates are sourced from the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
- International gold and silver prices are sourced from swissquote.
- Nepal gold and silver prices are sourced from Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
Prices are provided for informational purposes only and may be delayed, or inaccurate.
