https://kathmandupost.com/The Kathmandu Post : Find the latest breaking news from Nepal, opinion and analysis on Nepali politics, business, culture and arts, sports, movies, food and travel, books, education, auto and more at kathmandupost.comhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/04/uml-continues-to-pursue-house-restoration-but-is-dragged-into-march-5-campaignTo push against the tide seemingly favouring new forces, Oli quietly seeks electoral cooperation with traditional parties.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/china-s-xi-and-trump-talk-by-phone-hours-after-xi-spoke-to-putinUS President also said China had agreed to increase its purchases of US-produced soybeans.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/04/nearly-400-000-girls-aged-10-to-receive-hpv-vaccine-from-sundayHealth officials instructed to complete this year’s vaccination by February 27, to avoid election-related disruptions.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/korean-unification-church-s-links-to-nepal-come-under-new-scrutinyInvestigative reports reveal alleged political ties between the church and Nepali leaders, raising questions about influence and accountability.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/israeli-strikes-kill-21-in-gaza-health-officials-sayThe Israeli military said it had launched the strikes in response to militants opening fire against Israeli troops operating near its armistice line with Hamas.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/bandits-raid-remote-central-nigerian-village-at-least-35-deadBanditry and armed attacks on rural communities have surged across northwest and north-central Nigeria in recent years.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/two-men-killed-in-jhapa-crashPolice apprehended the driver of tipper truck for investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/president-paudel-arrives-home-after-official-japan-visitThe head of the state attended events marking 70 years of Nepal–Japan diplomatic relations and held high-level meetings in Tokyo.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/what-are-iran-s-ballistic-missile-capabilitiesIranian officials have repeatedly said Tehran had recovered from the damage incurred during the war and that its capabilities are better than ever.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/ukraine-russia-begin-second-round-of-us-brokered-peace-talks-in-abu-dhabiKyiv residents told Reuters on Wednesday they were sceptical the new round of talks would bring any major breakthroughs.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/04/nepse-slips-marginally-as-turnover-declinesBenchmark index sheds 1.64 points, with more stocks declining than advancing amid lower trading activity.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/turkish-airlines-flight-diverted-to-kolkata-shortly-after-take-offThe Istanbul-bound aircraft reported a problem with one of the two engines and was diverted to India following safety checks.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/pakistan-sends-helicopters-drones-to-end-desert-standoff-58-deadSaturday’s wave of coordinated attacks by the separatist Baloch Liberation Army brought Pakistan’s largest province to a near standstill.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/02/04/election-police-training-begins-in-salyanOver 1,400 personnel, including 447 women, to be deployed across 117 polling stations.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/congress-accuses-uml-of-election-code-violations-in-dhankuta Party warns of strong protest if alleged violations are not addressed.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/04/gold-price-jumps-sharply-in-nepali-marketFine gold rises by Rs14,400 per tola as silver also climbs.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/president-paudel-meets-japanese-prime-minister-in-tokyoPresident underlines closer ties, development cooperation as Nepal and Japan mark 70 years of diplomatic relations.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/asia-shares-wobble-oil-prices-climb-and-gold-makes-a-comebackPrecious metals were meanwhile recovering from a rout. Spot gold reclaimed the $5,000 level and was up 1.5% at $5,014.31 an ounce, while silver rose 1.7% to $86.57 an ounce.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/04/us-shoots-down-iranian-drone-approaching-aircraft-carrier-official-saysThe incident occurred as diplomats tried to arrange nuclear talks between Iran and the US, with President Donald Trump warning that “bad things” could happen if no deal was reached.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/04/today-s-weather-february-4-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/04/diversity-is-at-the-heart-of-berlinale-tricia-tuttleBerlinale’s creative director shares insights on inclusivity, political engagement, and the growing presence of Nepali filmmakers at the festival.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/04/what-i-watch-online-shreeya-sharmaSharma is an emcee and a choreographer.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/02/04/nrt-end-apf-s-winning-streak-in-national-leagueThe two heavyweights play to a goalless stalemate. Manang and Sankata also couldn’t score in the other match.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/04/world-taekwondo-awards-kabiraj-negi-lama-para-taekwondo-coach-of-the-yearAs a volunteering coach since 2015, Lama has won 13 international medals for the country.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/04/polling-in-mountain-area-centres-may-be-deferred-if-weather-worsensPM Karki says voters in sparsely populated areas will be transported to cast ballots.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/04/cancer-rising-among-children-and-youths-in-nepalDoctors blame changing lifestyle, unhealthy diets and sedentary habits for the surge.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/04/valley-short-on-lpg-as-refinery-maintenance-transport-delays-biteNepal Oil Corporation blames irregular imports from India and panic hoarding.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/04/nepali-army-leaving-barracks-for-election-security-starting-todayCompared to the 2022 elections, a higher number of polling stations have been designated ‘highly sensitive’ this time.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/03/voters-fear-possible-booth-capture-and-ballot-manipulationSecurity agencies say high-security measures have been planned for the upcoming elections.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/03/aarif-dipendra-power-nepal-to-a-seven-wicket-win-over-uae-in-world-cup-warmupNepal’s second and last warm-up match before their World Cup group-stage fixture is against Canada on February 5.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/03/follow-gandaki-s-leadIf Gandaki province can enforce its ride-sharing guidelines, so can Bagmati. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/03/are-provinces-expensiveProvinces are not costly; they are under-resourced relative to their constitutional responsibilities.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/03/ask-not-what-your-country-can-do-for-youNepal has the democracy it collectively enables, not the one it claims to want nor the one it imagines.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/03/women-in-politics-1770132307It’s a shame that the parties promising change never look into women's representation seriously.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/03/veteran-election-policeman-plans-to-retire-after-serving-10-pollsTanka Prasad Dhungana, 54, has been on duty at elections ever since the 1991 elections, and he’s back for March 5 polls.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/03/congress-deploys-leaders-to-all-seven-provinces-for-electionsCentral representatives will assess the party’s standing in districts and coordinate election campaigns.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/03/paris-prosecutor-s-cybercrime-unit-searches-x-office-musk-summonedMusk and former CEO Linda Yaccarino were summoned to a hearing on April 20. Other X staff were also summoned as witnesses.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/03/nepse-declines-again-as-benchmark-index-slips-12-58-pointsOf the traded companies, share prices of 66 firms advanced, while 190 declined and three remained unchanged.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/03/prime-minister-karki-hints-at-possibility-of-elections-in-two-phasesHowever, rules out speculations of postponement of the March 5 polls.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/03/spain-to-ban-social-media-access-for-children-under-16Australia in December became the first country to ban social media for children under 16.