Today’s developments centered on government service delivery, governance claims, and accountability issues alongside travel and local economic impacts.
Politics & Governance
The Balen-led government is set to publicly detail its 100-day achievements, including steps related to investigations into senior officials’ assets and changes to political appointments. It has also faced criticism on inflation control, landless issues, and education-related tax increases. Balen government unveils 100-day achievements and Government’s 100 days, ‘days of corrupt gone’.
The Council of Ministers meeting also included appointments and policy approvals affecting state institutions and governance. The Cabinet approved the National Integrity Policy and the Education (10th amendment) Regulation, and decided to submit a marine biodiversity conservation agreement to parliament. Rawal appointed general manager of Gorkhapatra Corporation and Clean Government Thru Parliamentary Action.
Courts & Accountability
Accountability efforts around corruption and public document procurement remain active, with the passport process still under dispute. Nepal confirmed that German companies would continue printing passports after uncertainty linked to a corruption case, while the CIAA has sought damages related to the procurement. Nepal ends passport uncertainty, German companies to continue printing and Over 5,000 passports and over 1000 licenses delivered to recipients’ homes in 100 days.
In parallel to document-related proceedings, law enforcement reported follow-up action after a jail escape. A fugitive inmate who escaped from Nakkhu Jail was arrested in Udayapur after authorities tracked him down. Prisoner who escaped from Nakkhu prison arrested in Udayapur.
Economy & Business
Tourism demand continued to improve with a double-digit rise in arrivals during June, supported by air connectivity and marketing efforts. Nepal recorded 91,363 foreign visitors in June 2026, up 19.5% year-on-year and also higher versus June 2019, with India contributing the largest share. Tourist arrivals jump 19.5 percent in June with 91,363 visitors.
Local tourism operations also faced constraints, with stakeholders in Thori citing economic harm from the lack of a customs office. They linked the problem to disruptions affecting tourism activities and related local business. Thori’s tourism in crisis due to lack of customs office.
Society & Community
Service accessibility improved through home delivery of essential identity and regulatory documents within the government’s 100-day push. The government reported delivering more than 5,000 passports and over 1,000 licenses directly to recipients at their homes. Over 5,000 passports and over 1000 licenses delivered to recipients’ homes in 100 days.
The broader focus on connectivity and development planning also drew attention, with calls to speed up BRI to better link Nepal economically. Former Prime Minister Jhalnath Khanal said Nepal should craft a socio-economic roadmap suited to its geopolitical context while maintaining the One China policy and strengthening Nepal-China dialogue. BRI project should be accelerated to make Nepal a land-connected country and Clean Government Thru Parliamentary Action.
Date: July 04, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Asar 20, 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 to service recipients at their homes within 100 days. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for citizens in obtaining essential documents.
2. 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 and a 22.01 percent rise compared to June 2019. The majority of arrivals came from South Asian countries, particularly India, which contributed 41,809 tourists. The Nepal Tourism Board attributes the growth to enhanced international air connectivity and targeted marketing efforts.
3. ‘नेपाललाई भू-जडित मुलुक बनाउन बीआरआई आयोजनालाई तीव्र पार्नुपर्छ’ (www.ratopati.com)
Former Prime Minister Jhalnath Khanal emphasized the need to accelerate Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects to transform Nepal from a landlocked to a land-linked country. Speaking at a seminar on the Chinese Communist Party's historical experiences, he highlighted the importance of developing a socio-economic roadmap based on Nepal's unique geopolitical context rather than merely imitating foreign models. Khanal reiterated Nepal's commitment to the One China policy and called for stronger economic partnerships and political dialogue between Nepal and China.
4. 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 the existing contract, following a corruption case that had caused uncertainty in the process. The Department of Passports reported that approximately 50,000 passports remain in stock, and printing is expected to resume once this stock is exhausted. The CIAA has filed a corruption case seeking Rs 10.13 billion in damages related to the passport procurement process, while IDEMIA, which previously printed passports, is contesting the contract award to the German firms.
5. बालेन सरकारले १०० दिने उपलब्धि सार्वजनिक गर्दै (www.ratopati.com)
Balen Shah's government is set to announce its achievements after 100 days in office, with a review of the work completed since its formation on March 13. Key accomplishments include the establishment of a commission to investigate the assets of high-ranking officials, the cancellation of 1,594 political appointments, and initiatives to address issues in local governance and public services. However, the government has faced criticism for its handling of landless individuals, increased taxes in education, and failure to control inflation.
6. Rawal appointed general manager of Gorkhapatra Corporation (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Hikmat Bahadur Rawal has been appointed as the general manager of Gorkhapatra Corporation by the government during a Council of Ministers meeting. Additionally, Devraj Dhungana has been appointed as the executive director of the Security Printing Center, and the Cabinet approved several policies including the National Integrity Policy and the Education (10th amendment) Regulation. The government also decided to present the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity in parliament for amendment.
7. नख्खु कारागारबाट फरार कैदी उदयपुरमा पक्राउ (www.onlinekhabar.com)
A fugitive inmate who escaped from Nakkhu Jail has been apprehended in Udayapur. The authorities successfully located and arrested the individual following the escape.
8. भन्सार कार्यालय नहुँदा ठोरीको पर्यटन संकटमा (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The absence of a customs office in Thori has led to a tourism crisis in the area. Local stakeholders are expressing concerns over the negative impact on tourism activities and the economy due to this lack of infrastructure.
9. Clean Government Thru Parliamentary Action (risingnepaldaily.com)
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10. सरकारका १०० दिन, ‘भ्रष्ट’का गए दिन’ (rajdhanidaily.com)
The government, led by the National Independent Party, has completed its first 100 days, claiming progress in reducing corruption and improving governance. Key achievements include the formation of a high-level commission to investigate assets of senior officials, the annulment of over 1,500 politically motivated appointments, and the establishment of an online employee transfer system. However, many commitments related to constitutional amendments, digital governance, and educational reforms remain unfulfilled, raising questions about the government's implementation capacity.
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 | $4171.45 | NPR 238,773.54 |
| Silver | $62.37 | NPR 3,570.05 |
Metal Prices (Nepal)
| Metal | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|
| Fine Gold (9999) | NPR 290,700.00 |
| Silver | NPR 4,615.00 |
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