Today’s news is dominated by accountability demands and governance responses following Ganesh Nepali’s death, alongside parallel developments in courts, migration rescues, and policy reforms.
Politics & Governance
Kathmandu Metropolitan City expressed grief over Ganesh Nepali and said the Home Ministry will form an investigation committee, with the municipality pledging full support. Lawmakers have also demanded a fair probe through the House of Representatives, while calling for compensation and highlighting pressures faced by landless squatters in the capital. In parallel, a government team continues talks with Ganesh Nepali’s family, as public protests spread across Kathmandu.
Courts & Accountability
The Kathmandu District Court convicted former Deputy Prime Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi and former Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand in the Bhutanese refugee scam, finding them guilty along with 20 others. The case involves fraud and organized crime tied to the false verification of non-Bhutanese individuals for refugee resettlement abroad, with sentencing scheduled for July 13. The court’s decision adds to the broader push for accountability that has surged after the death of Ganesh Nepali.
Economy & Business
The government unveiled a National Advertisement Policy aimed at regulating advertising practices to improve transparency, accountability, and consumer protection. Separately, President Ram Chandra Paudel certified four bills, including the Prevention of Money Laundering (Third Amendment) Bill, passed by the Federal Parliament. The bill on public procurement amendments and changes to cooperatives and health-science-related laws were also certified on the same day.
Society & Community
The government reported rescuing 836 Nepali citizens from Southeast Asia since March 27 due to online fraud, with the majority from Cambodia. Authorities said they are continuing awareness and coordination for further rescues, while discussions are underway to waive visa fees for Nepalis overstaying abroad, including Cambodia already waiving fees for 602 people this year. Meanwhile, service-quality concerns surfaced after a hospital pharmacy was renamed as Sulabh Pharmacy without reported improvements for patients.
Date: July 11, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Asar 27, 2083
Top News
1. गणेश नेपालीको निधनप्रति काठमाडौं महानगरद्वारा दुःख व्यक्त, परिवारलाई सहयोग गर्ने घोषणा (newsofnepal.com)
Kathmandu Metropolitan City expressed deep sorrow over the death of Ganesh Nepali, who died after a self-immolation attempt in front of the Passport Department. The municipality announced that the government and the Ministry of Home Affairs will form an investigation committee, to which they will provide full support, and committed to taking necessary corrective actions based on the committee's findings. Additionally, the municipality plans to offer humanitarian assistance to Ganesh Nepali's family, arrange employment, and provide free education for his children.
2. Bhutanese Refugee Scam: Ex-DPM Rayamajhi and Ex-Home Minister Khand termed guilty (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Former Deputy Prime Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, former Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand, and former Home Secretary Tek Narayan Pandey have been convicted in the Bhutanese refugee scam by the Kathmandu District Court, along with 20 others. A total of 23 individuals were found guilty of fraud and organized crime related to falsely verifying non-Bhutanese individuals as refugees for resettlement in other countries. Sentencing is scheduled for July 13, with seven defendants, including Sanjeev Rayamaji and Prateek Thapa, acquitted.
3. Lawmakers demand fair probe into Ganesh Nepali’s death (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Lawmakers have called for an impartial investigation into the self-immolation of Ganesh Nepali, who died after setting himself on fire in Kathmandu on July 9. During a House of Representatives meeting, various lawmakers criticized the government's inaction and demanded compensation for Nepali's family, highlighting the pressures faced by landless squatters in the capital. Concerns were raised about the circumstances surrounding his death, including restrictions on family visits during his treatment.
4. गणेश नेपालीको परिवारसँग सरकारी टोलीको वार्ता जारी (www.onlinekhabar.com)
A government team is in ongoing discussions with the family of Ganesh Nepali. The talks aim to address the family's concerns and demands.
5. Death of Ganesh Nepali triggers protests in Kathmandu (Photos) (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Protests erupted in Kathmandu following the death of Ganesh Nepali, who died after attempting self-immolation outside the Department of Passports. His relatives and supporters are demonstrating in various locations, including outside Bir Hospital, claiming that the Municipal Police's actions led to his tragic decision.
6. 836 Nepali citizens rescued from Southeast Asia since March 27 (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Nepali government has rescued 836 citizens from Southeast Asia, specifically from Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand, since March 27, 2026, due to online fraud. Among those rescued, 709 were from Cambodia, 113 from Myanmar, eight from Laos, and six from Thailand, with ongoing efforts to raise awareness and coordinate further rescues. Additionally, discussions are underway to waive visa fees for Nepalis overstaying abroad, with Cambodia already waiving fees for 602 individuals this year.
7. टाइमलाइनमा गणेश नेपाली आत्मदाह प्रकरण : २४ घण्टामा के–के भयो ? (www.onlinekhabar.com)
Ganesh Nepali's self-immolation incident has sparked significant public concern, leading to various reactions within 24 hours. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the event, and discussions are ongoing regarding its implications for governance and accountability in Nepal.
8. अस्पताल फार्मेसीको नाम फेरेर ‘सुलभ फार्मेसी’ बनाइयो, सेवामा छैन सुधार (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The hospital pharmacy has been renamed 'Sulabh Pharmacy,' but there has been no improvement in services. Concerns remain regarding the quality of service provided to patients.
9. Govt unveils National Advertisement Policy (risingnepaldaily.com)
The government has introduced the National Advertisement Policy aimed at regulating and promoting advertising practices in the country. This policy seeks to enhance transparency and accountability in the advertising sector while ensuring consumer protection.
10. President Paudel certifies four bills (theannapurnaexpress.com)
President Ram Chandra Paudel has certified four bills: the Public Procurement (Second Amendment) Bill, the Prevention of Money Laundering (Third Amendment) Bill, the Cooperatives (First Amendment) Bill, and the Bill to Amend Some Nepal Acts Related to Institutes of Health Science. These bills were passed by the Federal Parliament and forwarded to the President's office on the same day.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 152.83 |
| CAD → NPR | 107.86 |
| AUD → NPR | 106.17 |
| GBP → NPR | 204.95 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.45 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4119.66 | NPR 236,102.61 |
| Silver | $59.91 | NPR 3,433.51 |
Metal Prices (Nepal)
| Metal | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|
| Fine Gold (9999) | NPR 287,400.00 |
| Silver | NPR 4,510.00 |
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.
