Namaste! It has been a week of profound contrasts for our global family. While we celebrate the resilience of the Lumbini Lions lifting the Nepal Premier League trophy and the inspiring ingenuity of Chepang students launching a satellite into space, we are also confronted with the grim reality of human trafficking in Myanmar. Politically, the government has signed a historic accord with the Gen Z movement to stabilize the streets, though the opposition remains vocal with massive rallies. Economically, there is a sigh of relief for travelers as the ban on high-value Indian currency is finally set to be lifted, even as national growth forecasts take a hit. Let’s dive into the stories defining our nation this week.

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