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/2026/04/01/see-answer-sheets-to-be-graded-at-exam-centres-within-three-daysNEB moves to centre-based marking to speed up result publication.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/police-use-april-fool-s-stunt-to-warn-against-digital-scamsA QR code posted on the security agency’s social media draws widespread attention but sparks debate over the use of deceptive messaging.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/nepse-plunges-74-73-points-as-all-sub-indices-declineShare prices of 13 firms rise while 255 fall, reflecting a broad market downturn.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/us-lowers-nepal-to-level-2-in-travel-advisoryMove signals easing of travel restrictions; Travellers urged to exercise caution amid potential protests.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/trump-says-us-strongly-considering-nato-exit-telegraph-newspaper-saysTrump described the ​alliance as a “paper tiger” and ​said removing the United States from the defence pact was now “beyond reconsideration,” ​the newspaper reported.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/nepal-hikes-jet-fuel-to-record-high-as-middle-east-war-drives-global-surgeATF prices jump up to 97.6 percent, pushing fares higher and deepening losses at Nepal Oil Corporation.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/police-begin-recording-statements-of-lekhakHe, along with former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, was arrested for his alleged negligence and recklessness that resulted in human casualties during the Gen Z protest.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/ride-hailing-riders-demand-uniform-fare-as-price-gaps-trigger-tensionsFuel price hikes and inconsistent pricing across platforms spark protests, with riders warning of escalating risks and calling for regulation and social protection.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/electric-bus-resumes-service-in-lumbiniTwo of five electric buses are in operable condition; remaining three under repair.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/serbian-students-protesters-clash-with-police-in-belgradeAnti-government protests have swept across Serbia since December 2024, ⁠a month after 16 people died in the collapse of an awning at a railway station in the northern Serbian city of Novi Sad.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/nac-to-refund-for-cancellation-of-the-gulf-flightCorporation says all affected passengers will be eligible for full refund.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/gold-silver-prices-rise-sharply-in-domestic-marketGold jumps by Rs7,400 per tola in a day, with global bullion trends staying firm amid safe-haven demand.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/russian-military-transport-plane-crashes-in-crimea-killing-29-defence-ministry-saysThe ministry did not state how many people were on board and made no mention of survivors. The An-26, a light tactical military transport, has long been in service and can carry cargo or up to 40 passengers over short and medium distances.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/01/shah-consults-lawmakers-on-governance-and-budget-priorities Prime Minister Balendra Shah meets MPs from three provinces as he builds a national plan focused on reforms, budget allocation and development.https://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2026/04/01/landslide-hit-besisahar-chame-road-reopens Traffic resumes as authorities repair damaged section in Lamjung’s Marsyangdi Rural Municipality.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/04/01/italy-miss-out-on-world-cup-for-third-straight-time-after-shootout-loss-to-bosniaBosnia fight back with 10-man Italy forced to penalties as Barbarez’s side seal historic World Cup berth, extending Azzurri’s long qualifying drought.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/trump-says-the-us-could-end-the-iran-war-in-two-to-three-weeksUS signals early exit from Iran conflict within weeks, says deal not required as regional tensions escalate.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/04/01/today-s-weather-april-1-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/01/perils-of-hasteThe government must replace the theatre of immediate action with the discipline of durable policy-making.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/where-does-the-local-government-budget-goCurrent expenditure patterns show that their full potential remains unrealised.https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/04/01/in-tu-yaa-main-class-is-the-real-antagonistWhat begins as a glossy Gen-Z romance gradually reveals itself as a study of how class shapes intimacy.https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/04/01/a-battle-of-rightsBased on real-life events, ‘Haq’ examines how legal battles intersect with societal judgment and personal resilience.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/01/what-i-watch-online-sajina-paudelPaudel is a digital creator specialising in fashion.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/04/01/gaurishankar-super-league-t20-for-u17-boys-from-april-12The 18 academies, including a team from the organiser, are being divided into six groups of three each.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/04/01/nepal-s-joint-highest-goalscorer-bista-launches-football-academyAnjan Bista Training Centre is organising ‘Next Gen Boot Camp’, a 10-day football training session for teenagers aged eight to 16 from April 4 to 13.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/01/ruling-rastriya-swatantra-party-to-deploy-lawmakers-alongside-ministers-to-address-people-s-concernsParty spokesman Jha says the party is sending five members of parliament to each ministry.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/01/old-guard-repeats-old-mistakes-even-after-new-political-party-runs-over-themMarch 5 polls punished traditional parties, who ruled the country for decades. Local and provincial elections are due next year. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/court-scraps-discriminatory-provisions-in-laws-relating-to-compensation-relief-to-victims-of-state-atrocitiesAround two decades since the Comprehensive Peace Accord, and 11 years after the transitional justice process formally commenced, the federal government has yet to draft such legal documents.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/storytelling-in-public-health-why-it-matters-for-health-systemsBridging science with storytelling can improve health-seeking behaviour.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/04/01/bagmati-province-finally-gets-land-for-administrative-complexLack of a consolidated headquarters for the province has led to high rental costs and logistical delays, reports have pointed out.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/the-global-fertiliser-crisis-may-hit-nepal-hard-this-plantation-seasonNepal needs 250,000 tonnes of fertiliser for paddy cultivation. Around 183,000 likely to be available.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/gangrape-charges-for-all-four-in-inisha-case-but-three-likely-absent-during-assaultPolice investigation and forensic evidence indicate only one suspect may have been involved in the sexual assault.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/31/arena-s-campaign-with-nepal-gets-off-to-a-rocky-startNepal lose 0-1 to Laos and end their AFC Asian Cup Qualification-Third Round on a low.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/businessman-deepak-bhatta-under-money-laundering-probe-barred-from-leaving-nepalThe chief of Infinity Holdings is under investigation for alleged political influence and manipulation of government budget and security contracts.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/31/measles-spread-continues-amid-vaccine-shortageOfficials say they have no doses for oubreak response and are still waiting for aid agencies to supply vaccine doses.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/31/us-says-coming-days-in-iran-war-will-be-decisive-urges-tehran-to-make-a-dealUS President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to obliterate Iran's energy plants if it does not agree to a peace deal and open the strait, a vital waterway for global oil shipments that has effectively been blocked by Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/syaphrubesi-rasuwagadhi-road-to-remain-shut-for-45-days-over-next-three-months-for-upgradeRetaining walls will be built at 10 critical sections. Imports and exports through the border point will remain closed.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/31/nepse-rebounds-with-19-7-points-gain-after-declining-for-two-daysThe decrease in turnover signals weak momentum despite recovery.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/government-ending-syndicate-on-medical-screening-for-migrantLabour ministry begins enlisting health institutions, breaking long-standing monopoly on screenings for foreign job markets.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/cj-raut-retiring-on-tuesdaySupreme Court faces leadership vacuum as his successor has yet to be finalised.