From record-breaking monsoon forecasts to eyebrow-raising exports (yes, we’re still talking about soybean oil), Nepal’s been busy—both at home and abroad. With immigration scandals, fresh FDI promises, and heartbreaking diaspora stats, this week’s stories remind us: whether it’s governance or Gulmi birds, the details matter—and so do the people behind them. Let’s dive in.

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