Court Verdict in Nepal’s Fake Bhutanese Refugee Scam: Kathmandu District Court convicted 23 people, including former Deputy PM Top Bahadur Rayamajhi and former Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand, in the scheme that falsely verified people as Bhutanese refugees to promise US resettlement; Khand was convicted only as an accomplice in one ruling, and sentencing is set for July 13. Customs Crackdown—Operation Numkhor: Kochi Customs seized two more SUVs from Karnataka, bringing the total seizures to 60, with forged registration papers linked to a cross-border vehicle smuggling and document racket; actor Dulquer Salmaan was among those previously questioned and may face more questioning. Bhutan Energy Push: ADB approved a USD 160 million loan to add at least 310 MW of solar capacity across three Bhutan projects, with transmission upgrades to connect farms to the national grid. ESP Education Loan Shortfall: Bhutan’s Economic Stimulus Programme Education Loan Scheme received over 1,100 applications worth more than Nu 1.1bn, exceeding the initial budget; the government says it will support all eligible applicants and seeks additional funds. Thimphu Thromde Politics: Candidates in Phuentshogling/Thimphu Thrompon race are campaigning on practical issues, with water supply and public services—especially safer walkways—front and centre. BBS Leadership: BBS chief editor resigned, alleging workplace harassment and discrimination. Regional Connectivity: Drukair launched a Meet and Assist Service at select airports, including Paro, Bangkok, Singapore, Delhi, Guwahati and Dubai.