Cross-Border Power Boost: MCA-Nepal has completed the 18-km Nepal-side section of the 400 kV New Butwal–Nepal-India transmission line under the MCC Compact, with initial operation planned at 220 kV until the New Butwal substation is finished by Dec 2027. Disaster Science & Recovery Costs: Nepal’s MoEWRI is setting up an expert committee to scientifically investigate the Bhotekoshi flood’s origin and whether it was a cascading disaster, while a government RDNA pegs recovery and reconstruction needs at about USD 4.7 billion (around USD 2.7b damage). Energy Sector Hit: The same assessment estimates major losses in hydropower and transmission, with infrastructure damage also running into tens of billions of rupees. Road & Construction Accountability: Krishnabhir on the Prithvi Highway has partially reopened for limited traffic after landslide repairs, and the government has fined Pappu/Mahadev JV about Rs 2 billion for a Kankai bridge stalled for 14 years. Urban Flood Readiness: Kathmandu Metropolitan City will launch “Recharge Kathmandu” to reduce flash-flood risk by collecting rainwater and recharging groundwater. LPG Pressure on Households: Kathmandu consumers face stricter LPG exchange rules during shortages, with authorities warning retailers against hoarding and overcharging. Climate Risk Early Warnings: UAE researchers are working on methods to give earlier warnings for landslide and glacial-collapse hazards that can trigger downstream catastrophes in Nepal.