Nepal witnessed various events over the past week, from July 16 to July 22. Here are some of the key events that made headlines.
On Sunday, the United Sukumbasi Morcha staged a protest against the government in Maitighar. Monday marked the celebration of Bhannu Jayanti. On Tuesday, investors protested outside the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) office due to the continuous decline in the market. Nepali farmers staged a protest on Wednesday. Thursday saw Maitighar flooded due to heavy rainfall. On Friday, educational consultants took to the streets to protest against the new regulations. Saturday witnessed a morning run in Nagdhunga tunnel.
Other notable events include the arrest of three individuals for stealing from a temple in Kirat, and the recovery of over Rs 5 crore worth of illicit goods in Jhapa within a year. The country also saw an increase in tourist arrivals in Annapurna region.
In the field of sports, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is gaining attention, with the Golden Boot and Golden Ball awards up for grabs. England won a thrilling match against France, securing a 6-4 victory.
The government has announced plans to remove the map of Nepal from coins, sparking controversy. The CPN-UML leader Ishwar Pokharel’s wife has been diagnosed with cancer.
A total of 23 districts have been warned of heavy rainfall, and night-time transportation has been halted in eight districts of Gandaki Province. The government has also announced plans to reduce the punishment for minors.
In other news, a man died after consuming wild mushrooms, and a cyclist lost his life in a Tipper accident.
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