Kathamndu post RSShttps://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.comSpain mobilises military against swine fever, says contaminated sandwich could be causehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/spain-mobilises-military-against-swine-fever-says-contaminated-sandwich-could-be-causeAfrican swine fever, while harmless to humans, spreads rapidly among pigs and wild boar, posing a significant economic risk to Spain, one of the world’s largest pork exporters.Tajikistan says five Chinese nationals killed in cross-border attacks from Afghanistan in past weekhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/tajikistan-says-five-chinese-nationals-killed-in-cross-border-attacks-from-afghanistan-in-past-weekTajikistan endured a brutal civil war in the 1990s after independence from Moscow, during which Rahmon initially rose to power.Congress central committee decides to organise party general convention on January 10-12https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/01/congress-central-committee-agrees-to-organise-party-general-convention-on-january-10-12Decision ends months-long dispute between rival factions over timing and type of convention.Sons of Pakistan’s jailed Imran Khan voice fears for his safetyhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/sons-of-pakistan-s-jailed-imran-khan-voice-fears-for-his-safetyKhan, 72, has been in jail since August 2023, convicted in a string of cases that he says were politically driven following his ouster in a 2022 parliamentary vote.Nepse extends losses, falls by 4.28 points on Mondayhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/01/nepse-extends-losses-falls-by-4-28-points-on-mondayBenchmark index slips by 0.16 percent to close at 2,645.24 points as turnover drops below Rs5 billion.British MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced to two years in prison in Bangladesh graft casehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/british-mp-tulip-siddiq-sentenced-to-two-years-in-prison-in-bangladesh-graft-caseLast week, she was handed a combined 21-year prison sentence in other corruption cases.Police comb fire-ravaged Hong Kong apartments, death toll at 146https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/police-comb-fire-ravaged-hong-kong-apartments-death-toll-at-146The cause of the blaze that started last Wednesday and quickly fanned across the exterior of the apartments under renovation is still being investigated.Phaktanglung distributes social security allowances in remote settlementshttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2025/12/01/phaktanglung-distributes-social-security-allowances-in-remote-settlementsLocal representatives trek long distances to deliver six months of delayed payments to elderly and disabled residents.Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah bereaved of fatherhttps://kathmandupost.com/kathmandu/2025/12/01/kathmandu-mayor-balendra-shah-bereaved-of-father Shah’s father, Ram Narayan Shah, passes away at Civil Hospital on Monday.Airbus narrows software crisis as airlines ride out A320 recallhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/airbus-narrows-software-crisis-as-airlines-ride-out-a320-recallAt least one major airline faced delays because it lacked enough data loaders to handle dozens of jets in such a short time, according to an executive speaking privately.Nepal and India to launch joint drive against encroachment at no-man’s landhttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2025/12/01/nepal-and-india-to-launch-joint-drive-against-encroachment-at-no-man-s-landSecurity officers from both countries agree to coordinate patrols and prevent illegal land grabs along no-man’s land strip.Israel’s Netanyahu seeks pardon in years-long corruption trialhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/israel-s-netanyahu-seeks-pardon-in-years-long-corruption-trialNetanyahu, the country’s longest-serving prime minister, denies the bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges.Kazakhstan tells Ukraine to stop attacking CPC terminal after oil exports haltedhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/01/kazakhstan-tells-ukraine-to-stop-attacking-cpc-terminal-after-oil-exports-haltedUkraine mounted repeated attacks on Russia’s oil refineries and export terminals this year to disrupt a key source of revenue for Moscow’s war economy.Today’s weather: December 1, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/12/01/today-s-weather-december-1-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updatesMany injured during the Gen Z protests have not been in touchhttps://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2025/12/01/many-injured-during-the-gen-z-protests-have-not-been-in-touch-1764552191We produce enough doctors, including specialists. The problem lies in our failure to create enough lucrative positions for those doctors.A queen that chases headlineshttps://kathmandupost.com/theater/2025/12/01/a-queen-that-chases-headlines‘Maharani Ko Jatra’ turns a royal story into a modern satire, showing how those in power chase publicity and perfection.Kitab Jatra’s new edition from December 11https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/12/01/kitab-jatra-s-new-edition-from-december-11The two-day literary festival will feature panel discussions, exhibitions, open mic sessions, and thematic musical performances.New study finds strong link between early marriage and domestic violencehttps://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2025/12/01/new-study-finds-strong-link-between-early-marriage-and-domestic-violenceA study says 85 percent of survivors were married before 20. Karnali tops provinces in cases of domestic violence.A total of 120 parties seek to contest March 5 electionshttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/01/a-total-of-120-parties-seek-to-contest-march-5-electionsOver a third of parties are new and registered after September protests.Let’s do it ourselves https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2025/12/01/let-s-do-it-ourselvesNepal must have an action-plan for self-sufficiency in key health measures like HIV-control.Paradox of Nepal’s democratic successhttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/01/the-paradox-of-nepal-s-democratic-successNepalis have the freedom to choose, speak and migrate, but rarely the ability to prosper at home.Why secular politics in South Asia still clings to family dynastieshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/01/why-secular-politics-in-south-asia-still-clings-to-family-dynastiesPolitics in the region, the writer says, is rarely about policies alone—it is about identity, history, and belonging.Royalist forces stand divided as Nepal heads towards March 5 pollshttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/11/30/royalist-forces-stand-divided-as-nepal-heads-towards-march-5-pollsThe groups have not been able to form a single front despite sharing similar political agenda.HIV killed 559 Nepalis and infected 614 last yearhttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2025/11/30/hiv-killed-559-nepalis-and-infected-614-last-yearInfections and mortality have fallen, but funding cuts threaten years of progress against the disease, say experts.Rastriya Swatantra Party and Bibeksheel Sajha announce mergerhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/11/30/rastriya-swatantra-party-and-bibeksheel-sajha-announce-mergerUnified party to retain the RSP name and bell as election symbol.Public savings at risk as debt-ridden Nepal Airlines’ finances spiralhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/30/public-savings-at-risk-as-nepal-airlines-finances-spiral-reportReport warns chronic mismanagement, political meddling threaten billions in citizens’ savings as the carrier slides towards bankruptcy.Kathmandu beat Karnali by five wickets to strengthen playoff pushhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/30/kathmandu-beat-karnali-by-five-wickets-to-strengthen-playoff-pushChasing 150, Gorkhas reach target in 18 overs with key contributions from Erasmus, Simpson and Sharki.NICCI urges strict monitoring of unauthorised trade along Nepal–India open bordershttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/01/nicci-urges-strict-monitoring-of-unauthorised-trade-along-nepal-india-open-bordersCalls for tighter border oversight as cheaper Indian goods fuel rise in unauthorised trade.CIB apprehends Prabhu Bank CEO Ashok Sherchanhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/30/cib-apprehends-prabhu-bank-ceo-ashok-sherchanCentral Investigation Bureau detains chief executive amid ongoing probe into alleged Rs980 million fraud complaint.Powered by Gulshan Jha Karnali set Kathmandu a 150-run target in NPLhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/30/powered-by-gulshan-jha-karnali-set-kathmandu-a-150-run-target-in-nplYaks recover from a shaky start to post 149 for 7 as Gulshan remains unbeaten on 49 off 22 balls.Nepse drops by 26.51 points as market slips after week-long rallyhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/30/nepse-drops-by-26-51-points-as-market-slips-after-week-long-rallyBenchmark index falls by 0.99 percent to close at 2,649 points, though turnover exceeds Rs7 billion.Bangladesh opposition leader Khaleda in critical condition, exiled son says his return not in his handshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/30/bangladesh-opposition-leader-khaleda-in-critical-condition-exiled-son-says-his-return-not-in-his-handsKhaleda, 80, was admitted to a private hospital on November 23 with a severe chest infection affecting her heart and lungs.25 injured in separate bus accidentshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/30/25-injured-in-separate-bus-accidents21 sustain injuries in Gorkha, four others in Makawanpur.Paleti pays tribute to singer Phatteman on 89th birth anniversaryhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/30/paleti-pays-tribute-to-singer-phatteman-on-89th-birth-anniversaryNepalaya’s two-day musical event blends songs and memoirs in a unique ‘Geeti-Nibandha’ format, honouring the late artist’s legacy.Four dead after 14 people shot at family gathering in Stockton, Californiahttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/30/four-dead-after-14-people-shot-at-family-gathering-in-stockton-californiaThe shooting took place at a child’s birthday party, Stockton’s Vice Mayor Jason Lee said in a Facebook post.NRNA rivals sign unity deal in the presence of PM Karkihttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2025/11/30/nrna-rivals-sign-unity-deal-in-the-presence-of-pm-karkiKC and Shrestha factions agree to hold a joint general convention by April and withdraw court cases to end years of disputes.Injured leopard rescued from Gorkha community foresthttps://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2025/11/30/injured-leopard-rescued-from-gorkha-community-forestDivision Forest Office says one cub was found dead and another was taken for treatment.Yomari festival celebrates Newar culinary heritage in Tansenhttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2025/11/30/yomari-festival-celebrates-newar-culinary-heritage-in-tansen Festival offers hands-on experience of yomari making and Newar traditions for locals and tourists.Hong Kong mourns victims of blaze that killed 128 and countinghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/30/hong-kong-mourns-victims-of-blaze-that-killed-128-and-counting-1764477868Authorities have said the fire alarms at the Wang Fuk Court estate, home to over 4,600 people, had not been working properly.Pakistan hands over new computer lab to Gyanodaya Schoolhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/30/pakistan-hands-over-new-computer-lab-to-gyanodaya-school New facility to boost ICT education for higher classes.