Nepal’s top developments today span public service delivery, governance and accountability efforts, and major updates in tourism, local initiatives, and public safety.
Politics & Governance
The government says it has delivered more than 5,000 passports and over 1,000 licenses directly to citizens’ homes within 100 days, aiming to reduce access barriers to essential services. Separately, the state has moved to strengthen good governance and corruption control through a newly laid foundation, while Chief Secretary Shankar Das Aryal said adequate work has already been done and further improvements are needed. Over 5,000 passports and 1,000+ licenses delivered to homes Foundation laid for good governance and corruption control Main Secretary Aryal on governance work
Courts & Accountability
Police have arrested Inspector Kalpana Gurung over alleged embezzlement linked to financial irregularities at the Nepal APF School in Kirtipur, where she previously served as chief accountant. According to the case, her associate Leela Lama is also under investigation, with allegations involving diversion of school funds into personal accounts over four years; the Armed Police Headquarters is conducting the inquiry and additional officials are implicated, including DSP Mahendra Hamal. Inspector Kalpana Gurung arrested over APF School fund embezzlement Arrest and embezzlement investigation details APF School fund probe involving DSP Mahendra Hamal
Economy & Business
Tourism activity increased in June, with Nepal recording 91,363 foreign visitors and a 19.5% year-on-year jump, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. The report attributes the rise partly to improved air connectivity and ongoing promotional efforts, with India listed as the largest source market and additional arrivals from Europe and the United States also reported. Tourist arrivals jump 19.5% to 91,363 in June June 2026 arrivals and regional source breakdown Tourism Board data on June visitor numbers
Society & Community
In sanitation and heritage, clean drinking water is reported to have reached most households across Malika villages, supporting public health and hygiene goals. In Lalitpur, Jestha Varna Mahavihar received a UNESCO Award of Merit for heritage conservation, with restoration work funded by the Government of India and managed through INTACH with community collaboration. Clean drinking water reaches most households in Malika villages Jestha Varna Mahavihar receives UNESCO Award of Merit Resunga promoted as “Town of Flowers” by municipality and locals
Date: July 05, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Asar 21, 2083
Top News
1. सरकारले १०० दिनमा ५ हजार बढी पासपोर्ट र एक हजारबढी लाइसेन्स सेवाग्राहीको घरमै पुर्यायो (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The government has delivered over 5,000 passports and more than 1,000 licenses directly to citizens' homes within 100 days. This initiative aims to enhance service accessibility for the public.
2. Clean drinking water reaches most households across Malika villages (risingnepaldaily.com)
Clean drinking water has been successfully provided to the majority of households in the Malika villages. This initiative aims to improve public health and sanitation in the region.
3. Jestha Varna Mahavihar receives UNESCO Award of Merit for heritage conservation (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Jestha Varna Mahavihar in Lalitpur has received the UNESCO Award of Merit for its heritage conservation efforts, with the award presented by UNESCO Representative Jaco Du Toit. The restoration, funded by the Government of India at a cost of Rs 13.78 crore, was managed by INTACH and involved local community collaboration. The project highlights the cultural ties between India and Nepal and was inaugurated on March 22, 2024.
4. Tourist arrivals jump 19.5 percent in June with 91,363 visitors (english.onlinekhabar.com)
In June 2026, Nepal welcomed 91,363 foreign tourists, marking a 19.5 percent increase from the previous year, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. The largest group of visitors came from South Asian countries, with India contributing 41,809 tourists, while arrivals from Europe and the United States were also significant, totaling 6,954 and 11,836 respectively. The rise in tourist numbers is attributed to improved air connectivity and ongoing promotional efforts by the tourism board.
5. Municipality, locals join hands to make Resunga 'Town of Flowers' (risingnepaldaily.com)
Resunga Municipality and local residents are collaborating to transform Resunga into the "Town of Flowers." This initiative aims to enhance the town's aesthetic appeal and promote tourism through the cultivation and display of various flowers.
6. एपीएफ स्कुलको रकम हिनामिना आरोपमा इन्स्पेक्टर कल्पना गुरुङ पक्राउ (www.ratopati.com)
Inspector Kalpana Gurung has been arrested by the police in connection with financial irregularities at the Nepal APF School in Kirtipur, where she served as the chief accountant. Along with her associate Leela Lama, they are under investigation for embezzlement and criminal breach of trust, with allegations of misappropriating 45 million Nepali Rupees over the past four years by diverting school funds into personal accounts. The Armed Police Headquarters is conducting an inquiry into the matter, which has also implicated other officials, including DSP Mahendra Hamal.
7. Nepal ends passport uncertainty, German companies to continue printing (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Nepal has confirmed that German companies Mühlbauer and Veridos will continue printing passports under an existing contract, despite a recent corruption case affecting the procurement process. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that around 50,000 passports remain in stock, and printing will begin once they are exhausted, with Veridos having already printed 500,000 booklets. IDEMIA, a French company that previously supplied passports, has filed complaints regarding the bidding process, claiming unfair evaluation of its lower pricing.
8. Foundation laid for good governance, corruption control (risingnepaldaily.com)
A foundation has been established to promote good governance and control corruption in Nepal. This initiative aims to enhance accountability and transparency within government institutions.
9. सुशासनका क्षेत्रमा पर्याप्त काम भएका छन् : मुख्यसचिव अर्याल (www.onlinekhabar.com)
Chief Secretary Shankar Das Aryal stated that significant work has been accomplished in the field of good governance in Nepal. He emphasized the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance governance and accountability within the administration.
10. Mother and son killed in Chitwan elephant attack (theannapurnaexpress.com)
A mother, Ashika Bote, and her four-year-old son, Bharat, were killed in an elephant attack while sleeping at their home in Bharatpur Metropolitan City, Chitwan. The incident occurred on Saturday night, and efforts to deter the elephant by the husband led to a fire in their mud house, which was later extinguished with local assistance.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 152.64 |
| CAD → NPR | 107.61 |
| AUD → NPR | 105.92 |
| GBP → NPR | 203.79 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.47 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4171.46 | NPR 238,774.11 |
| Silver | $62.37 | NPR 3,570.05 |
Metal Prices (Nepal)
| Metal | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|
| Fine Gold (9999) | NPR 290,300.00 |
| Silver | NPR 4,605.00 |
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.
