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/2026/06/18/nepal-s-northern-border-is-not-dispute-free-foreign-minister-tells-parliamentThere has been no joint boundary inspection since 2006, although a protocol requires periodic reviews.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/18/beyond-fertiliser-why-decision-making-is-important-for-nepal-s-investment-frameworkWhat began as a fertiliser proposal has evolved into a test of institutional confidence, foreign investment, and economic transformation.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/06/18/madhesh-leads-in-wasting-karnali-in-stuntingOver 200,000 children under five years of age suffer from acute malnutrition, a nationwide survey conducted last month shows.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/awaiting-resettlement-displaced-squatter-families-struggle-with-life-in-holding-centresYoung children are bearing the brunt of life in holding centres, where parents worry about nutrition, sickness and unsafe conditions.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/18/rsp-to-expand-central-committee-introduce-senior-leader-post-in-statuteThe party also decides to increase office-bearer numbers and widen nominated membership to accommodate new entrants and internal adjustments.https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/06/18/how-india-sparred-with-telegram-days-ahead-of-blocking-the-appIndia cites alleged inaction over NEET exam leak channels as Telegram disputes government records and moves court against emergency ban order.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/indian-tourist-arrivals-rise-in-chitwan-even-during-peak-summer-heatOperators say visitors from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are driving increased activity in Sauraha as Chitwan National Park records a sharp rise in Indian arrivals.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/ciaa-summons-arzu-rana-deuba-in-passport-procurement-corruption-probeFormer foreign minister tells the anti-graft body she is abroad for medical treatment and cannot appear within the deadline, while expressing willingness to cooperate with the investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/18/switzerland-seek-response-against-bosnia-after-qatar-frustrationThe Swiss look to bounce back from their frustrating draw with Qatar, knowing another slip could jeopardise their knockout hopes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/only-one-third-of-september-protest-damage-claims-settled-after-nine-monthsOf Rs 23.53 billion in claims, Rs 7.62 billion has been paid as insurers blame pending assessments and incomplete paperwork for delays.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/government-resumes-digital-verification-of-displaced-squattersFresh data collection covers previously registered families living outside holding centres as relief payments near.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/18/booktalk-there-is-space-for-good-stories-and-we-are-here-to-publish-themAfter working with writers like Arundhati Roy and Sudha Murty, Milee Aishwarya reflects on what makes a good book and why readers still matter.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/18/when-burnout-hits-move-but-don-t-push-harderIn a culture that celebrates exhaustion, consistent mobility can support both physical and mental well-being.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/18/nagarkoti-leads-acharya-closes-inBhuvan Nagarkoti shot a 4-under 68 to retain a two-stroke lead over top amateur Sadbhav Acharya after the second round of the Surya Nepal Premier Golf Championship at Gokarna Golf Club.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/sudurpaschim-has-seen-huge-investment-in-sports-infrastructure-but-has-little-to-show-for-itPolitical favouritism and poor planning have rendered a multibillion-rupee investment in sports infrastructure virtually useless across Sudurpaschim.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/domestic-violence-is-on-the-rise-nepal-sees-528-spousal-deaths-in-six-yearsPolice data show 68 women were killed by husbands in FY 2025–26 alone. Experts cite relationship stress, mistrust and weak intervention systems as key drivers.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/18/rastriya-swatantra-party-backs-democratic-republic-in-statute-amendmentThe party’s first general convention is set to endorse ‘constitutional socialism’, ban nepotism and expand the central committee to 136 members.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/passport-procurement-under-scrutiny-as-antigraft-body-arrests-fourArrests made and investigations widened amid concerns over failed data migration, tender issues, and dwindling passport stocks. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/06/17/early-controversies-cloud-speaker-aryal-s-tenureWhile the opposition has stretched its protests, the Speaker’s handling of recent disputes has done little to ease the growing trust deficit.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/17/the-bartering-of-bp-s-soulTo restore the party to its historic glory, Gagan Thapa’s mission cannot be just organisational; it must also be existential.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/17/the-race-for-influence-in-south-asiaWhile the US is not yet a major player in the region’s infrastructure development, China is poised to become one despite debt concerns.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/17/15-ministers-15-years-later-nepal-s-aviation-overhaul-remains-groundedWith the European Union maintaining its flight ban on Nepali airlines in its latest safety list, the new government faces pressure to bifurcate CAAN and deliver aviation reform.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/17/how-a-33-year-old-land-probe-was-formed-and-what-it-uncoveredA Rawal Commission official recalls how field teams surveyed Kathmandu’s public land and documented large-scale irregularities.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/17/kidnapped-teenager-rescued-after-note-for-help-leads-police-to-kathmandu-hotelThe 16-year-old threw a note carrying a plea for help and his father’s contact number in an area near the hotel where he was being held, prompting a police rescue operation.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/17/right-budget-for-the-moment-now-nepal-must-make-it-flyTwelve months from now, the measure of this budget will not be what was announced, but what changed.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/17/why-nepal-s-economic-future-is-now-tethered-to-the-stock-marketDriven by an unprecedented surge to 7.9 million accounts, Nepal’s stock market has transformed from a peripheral playground into a massive economic force now equivalent to 72 percent of the country’s GDP.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/17/saudi-arabia-s-skills-certification-programme-for-nepali-workers-suspended-after-protestsForeign employment agencies accuse Saudi authorities of bypassing bilateral labour mechanisms and adding new financial burdens on migrant workers.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/17/arnautovic-turns-the-tide-for-austria-in-tense-win-over-jordanThe victory put Austria second in ​Group J ⁠behind defending champions Argentina, who they face next on June 22.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/17/g7-leaders-back-ukraine-plan-greater-pressure-on-russiaThe G7 leaders also welcomed the preliminary peace deal between the United States and Iran, which Trump signed on the eve of the summit, and said they are ready to contribute to its implementation.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/17/recruiters-protest-saudi-skills-test-requirement-for-nepali-workersThey say the rule was introduced unilaterally and will add financial burden on job seekers in Saudi Arabia.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/17/baglung-emerges-as-key-stop-on-muktinath-pilgrimage-routeIndian tourists and pilgrims are spending more time in the district, drawn by religious attractions, heritage sites and the unique Shaligram Museum.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/17/man-arrested-in-tulsipur-after-video-of-assault-with-khukuri-surfaces-on-social-mediaPolice say incident took place around three months ago; another suspect taken into custody for investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/17/a-cashless-shift-in-nepal-brings-new-ease-and-new-risks From QR codes to mobile wallets, digital payments are reshaping how Nepalis spend and save, even as rising fraud and cyber threats expose the limits of a rapidly expanding fintech system.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/17/messi-hat-trick-equals-goalscoring-record-as-argentina-beat-algeriaThe defending champions make a strong statement as Messi’s hat-trick silences doubts and keeps their title defence on track.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/17/us-iran-ceasefire-agreement-to-be-public-soon-permanent-truce-still-awaits-negotiationInterim deal extends ceasefire by 60 days, eases oil trade restrictions and opens a window for negotiations on a permanent US-Iran settlement.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/17/finding-love-after-trauma-in-the-world-of-loveYoon Ga-eun avoids easy answers, examining how young people carry pain while still searching for connection and joy.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/17/everyday-ai-aneel-neupaneNeupane is the director/co-founder of Jazz Productions (a creative production company) and Qi Studios (a 3D animation and VFX studio). Also a filmmaker, he is best known for his short film, ‘Bob’.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/17/mbappe-double-fires-france-to-impressive-win-over-senegalFrance captain becomes the nation’s all-time leading scorer with a brace as Les Bleus overcome a spirited Senegal challenge to open their World Cup campaign with victory.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/17/nepal-s-top-swimmers-accuse-association-of-changing-asian-games-selection-criteria-mid-eventAthletes say the Nepal Swimming Association altered the qualification process midway through the selection event, while officials insist the process was fair and transparent.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/17/nepal-s-economy-fails-to-keep-up-with-political-transformation-expertsBusiness leaders and policymakers call for deeper institutional reforms, policy stability and full implementation of past recommendations to unlock Nepal’s economic potential.