The Trump administration is preparing plans for a proposed $250 commemorative bill that could feature US President Donald Trump’s portrait if Congress approves new legislation. Current US law prohibits living individuals from appearing on American currency, but Trump allies are seeking an exception as part of the country’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

The government has set a target to make 95 percent of private vehicles electric by 2035 under its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0, aiming to accelerate Nepal’s transition to clean mobility. The plan also includes major investments in public transport, rail networks, and charging infrastructure.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has recommended an investigation into the organizers of the Genji protest, including ‘Hami Nepal’ chairperson and Member of Parliament Sudhan Gurung. The recommendation follows findings that the protest, initially permitted as a peaceful demonstration, turned violent and resulted in vandalism during events held on Bhadra 23 and 24.
Bank of Japan faces a fierce internal debate over raising its 0.75% benchmark interest rate amid a global energy crisis.
Donald Trump rejects rushing an Iran deal over midterm election pressure, warning Washington is ready for military alternatives.

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police Headquarters, Lajimpat, Kathmandu, has written to the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) in Khumaltar, Lalitpur, asking it to freeze the shares of