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/national/2026/02/06/death-toll-hits-13-in-baitadi-wedding-bus-crashBus returning with wedding party plunges into ravine in Purchaudi; dozens injured.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/us-says-trump-prefers-diplomacy-with-iran-but-warns-he-has-military-optionsThe talks were set to go ahead even though the two sides have had differences over the agenda, and that has increased doubts about the prospects for a deal. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/06/today-s-weather-february-6-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/05/government-warns-food-producers-traders-against-unfair-profits-as-prices-surgeCommerce department steps up market inspections as prices of edible oil, pulses, meat and vegetables rise despite low inflation.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/06/nepal-india-startup-sambad-highlights-cross-border-innovation-successNine startups secured exclusive investment and incubation offers from leading Indian incubation platforms.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/06/jaffna-mini-sri-lanka-in-nepalA new street food spot in Bijulibazaar brings Sri Lankan flavours to Kathmandu through light, spice-forward dishes.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/06/resources-in-chaos-at-nepal-art-councilUpcoming exhibit in Kathmandu honours American artist Rick Cummings’s works.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/06/nepse-this-week-1770341278Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/06/can-dadeldhura-s-next-representative-handle-the-district-s-challengesWith Deuba absent, Nain Singh Mahar has entered the fray in a district that has remained a Deuba stronghold yet remains underdeveloped.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/06/at-2026-men-s-t20-world-cup-nepali-cricketers-look-to-inspire-a-generationCaptain Paudel says the team aims to qualify to Super 8 as they begin the campaign on Sunday.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/06/nepal-s-federalism-still-awaits-key-lawsA decade since constitution, laxity in federal lawmaking leaves governance in confusion.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/06/in-the-election-build-up-rsp-faces-increased-scrutinyOpponents and party insiders point to problems, some even charging new force with code of conduct violations.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/05/catching-them-youngMore and more Nepalis in their 20s and 30s are getting cancer. Yet little is being done about it. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/05/no-questions-askedVoters seem too angry to interact with the old parties, too smitten to pose questions to the new ones.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/05/a-closet-madheshi-comes-for-baluwatarThrough the Maithili speech, Balen showed how he can instrumentalise his identity to be politically profitable.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/eight-killed-as-wedding-party-bus-returns-from-bride-s-home-in-baitadi-crashThe bus plunged about 200 metres off the road. Rescue efforts continue at the site, police said.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/election-will-be-held-in-a-single-phase-prime-minister-karki-saysEarlier this week, Karki had hinted at the possibility of holding the polls in two phases in case the inclement weather persists in mountain districts.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/05/pm-stresses-health-insurance-scheme-cannot-stop-despite-funding-crunchShe summoned the health minister and officials and said the poor cannot be left without treatment.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/third-international-buddhist-conference-to-be-held-in-lumbiniOrganisers said the two-day conference will bring together Buddhist scholars, monks, nuns, gurus and religious leaders from more than 40 countries.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/05/ukraine-russia-end-second-day-of-peace-talks-agree-prisoner-swapUS President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff said that the delegations from the US, Ukraine, and Russia had agreed to exchange 314 prisoners of war.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/child-dies-in-election-campaign-vehicle-hit-in-rautahatDriver flees after dropping injured four-year-old at hospital, police said.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/05/pakistani-military-concludes-operation-against-separatists-in-balochistan-216-killedBalochistan, Pakistan’s largest and poorest province, was brought to a virtual standstill on Saturday when the separatist Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) stormed schools, banks, markets and security installations across the region.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/05/nepse-gains-27-points-as-turnover-reboundsBenchmark index rises 1.01 per cent, with most stocks advancing and trading activity picking up.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/05/nepal-beat-canada-by-six-wickets-in-t20-world-cup-warm-upAasif Sheikh and Sundeep Jora star as Nepal chase down 162 with two overs to spare in Chennai.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/nhrc-urges-compliance-with-election-code-of-conductCommission flags hate speech, misuse of social media and violations of voter privacy ahead of March 5 elections.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/05/gunmen-kill-nearly-200-in-nigeria-s-kwara-and-katsina-attacksVillagers fled into surrounding bushland during the attack, he said. The gunmen torched homes and shops.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/man-killed-in-leopard-attack-in-bardiya-1770279145Incident occurred while victim was cutting grass in community forest.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/05/australia-says-attempted-bombing-of-national-day-protest-was-act-of-terrorThey arrested a 31-year-old man on accusations of hurling a homemade bomb into a crowd of several thousand people in the city of Perth.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/05/gold-and-silver-prices-edge-down-in-local-marketBoth metals fall compared to Wednesday’s rates.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/05/nepal-to-face-canada-in-second-warm-up-match-todayVice-captain Dipendra Singh Airee to lead the side.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/05/national-women-s-cricket-team-jersey-to-carry-xtreme-energy-drinks-logoThe association and Xtreme Energy had signed a two-year jersey sponsorship agreement on January 19.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/05/us-proposes-critical-minerals-trade-bloc-aimed-at-countering-chinaChina has used its mineral processing control to limit exports, lower prices, and restrict other countries’ access for semiconductors, EVs, and weapons.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/02/05/police-open-fire-to-arrest-burglary-suspectThe value of the stolen items stands at around Rs 8.1 million.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/six-million-fptp-ballots-for-55-constituencies-printedPrinting in Bhaktapur will be completed by February 23, says poll body.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/govt-directs-firms-to-check-sudden-price-hikes-in-daily-essentials Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection urges producers, importers and distributors to maintain fair pricing and ensure an uninterrupted supply of key consumer goods.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/05/us-and-iran-agree-to-friday-talks-in-oman-but-still-at-odds-over-agendaThe delicate diplomatic effort comes amid heightened tensions as the US builds up forces in the Middle East and regional players seek to avoid a military confrontation that many fear could escalate into a wider war.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/05/today-s-weather-february-5-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/05/boots-for-boothsThere are still chances of vote-rigging in remote districts like Bajura and Bajhang.https://kathmandupost.com/theater/2026/02/05/a-bird-s-cry-echoes-human-guilt-in-e-thibeuDirected by Bedana Kheresungma Rai, the play revisits an indigenous myth to reflect on maternal sacrifice, environmental violence, and human arrogance.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/05/is-socialism-oriented-economy-holding-nepal-backBusiness leaders say the phrase in the preamble of the Constitution scares away investors. Some disagree.