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/health/2026/02/12/nepal-s-fully-immunised-claim-questioned-after-sarhahi-measles-outbreakOfficials admit Madhesh province was declared fully immunised using recent data, and long-term gaps were overlooked.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/12/let-down-time-and-again-palpa-squatters-have-little-enthusiasm-to-voteLandless families say repeated promises of ownership certificates remain unfulfilled as elections approach.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/12/nepal-suffer-10-wicket-defeat-against-italyMosca brothers’ unbeaten 124-run stand hands Italy a dominant win at Wankhede Stadium.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/12/polls-close-counting-begins-in-bangladesh-election-after-high-turnoutMore than 2,000 candidates, including many independents, are vying for 300 seats in the Jatiya Sangsad, or House of the Nation.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/12/nepal-all-out-at-123-against-italy-second-lowest-total-in-t20i-at-wankhedeThe lowest total at Wankhede in T20I was made by England. The Lions were bundled out at 97 runs by India on February 2 last year.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/12/nepse-rebounds-after-four-day-slideOut of the traded companies, share prices of 139 advanced, while 115 declined. The prices of six companies remained unchanged.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/12/epstein-s-creepy-worldThe entire Epstein episode exposes the hypocrisy of those in the West who espouse the high moral ground yet maintain connections with a depraved sex criminal.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/12/a-festival-bangladesh-votes-with-hope-in-landmark-electionThe contest pits two coalitions led by former allies, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the Islamist Jamaat‑e‑Islami, with opinion polls giving an edge to the BNP.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/02/12/mountain-districts-to-vote-on-march-5-as-scheduled-says-pm-karkiPrime minister visits Solukhumbu to review preparations, rules out poll delay over winter concerns.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/12/supreme-court-dismisses-former-dig-ranjan-koirala-s-plea-for-releaseKoirala must serve a full sentence for wife’s murder, the apex court rules.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/12/teacher-dies-after-thailand-school-shootingA female student was also shot. Information about her condition has not yet been released.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/12/80-7-billion-cubic-metres-of-natural-gas-confirmed-in-dailekhCommercial production hinges on well testing, say officials.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/12/sona-shrestha-appointed-director-general-of-adb-s-south-asia-departmentShrestha to oversee ADB operations in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/12/prohibitory-order-imposed-in-and-around-tribhuvan-international-airportMonth-long restriction bans gatherings of more than five people ahead of planned February 13 protest.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/12/youth-killed-in-muzzleloader-misfire-in-dotiPolice say incident occurred while electrical wiring was underway in a house in Bogatan Fudsil Rural Municipalityhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/12/canadian-police-identify-18-year-old-woman-as-suspect-in-mass-school-shootingUnlike the United States, school shootings are almost unheard of in Canada, and federal politicians initially struggled to maintain their composure.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/12/bangladesh-votes-in-landmark-election-after-gen-z-revolutionThe contest pits two coalitions led by former allies, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the Islamist Jamaat e Islami, with opinion polls giving an edge to the BNP.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/12/today-s-weather-february-12-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/12/books-reveal-what-news-often-missJournalist and author Sanjay Upadhya reflects on writing beyond deadlines, understanding Nepal from abroad, and tracing the country’s political journey in his books.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/12/primea-facie-at-kausi-theatreTranslated into Nepali by Durga Karki, the powerful courtroom drama is directed Akanchha Karki.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/12/italy-plan-to-revive-cricket-in-the-country-through-good-performance-at-the-t20-world-cupItaly started playing cricket long before Nepal. They expect to pose a big challenge to the Rhinos in Wednesday’s encounter.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/12/parties-finalising-election-manifestos-as-ncp-publishes-its-documentWith public trust in promises diminishing, candidates are going to voters without papers.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/12/ministries-differ-over-extending-indian-hicdp-aid-beyond-local-governmentsFinance and federal affairs ministries want broader access, but foreign ministry warns of sovereignty risks.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/11/illusion-of-accessUntil the state guarantees the safety of water, citizens must take the initiative to protect themselves. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/11/race-for-power-in-bangladeshThe post-uprising election is crucial for shaping the future of Bangladesh. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/11/shared-manifesto-for-sustainable-developmentLeaders and the public should unite on non-partisan policies that protect the interests of all generations.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/11/cooking-gas-shortage-persists-in-valley-ahead-of-pollsNOC blames high demand and refinery disruption, consumer groups allege market irregularities as inspections begin.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/11/nepal-recalls-children-s-antibiotic-over-quality-issuesDepartment of Drug Administration says Supramox CV BID batch FSBD 12016, made by Arya Pharmalab Pvt Ltd found substandard.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/nepal-s-elusive-pest-controller-of-the-forests-under-grave-threatConservationists say pangolins could disappear from Nepal in 20–50 years unless urgent efforts are made to curb poaching.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/11/indian-court-sentences-journalist-to-jail-in-defamation-case-by-adani-groupIndia is among those countries where criminal defamation is still part of the legal system and carries a maximum jail term of two years.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/families-protest-demanding-compensation-over-ramechhap-bus-crashThe agitation got worse after an all-party meeting held until late Wednesday failed to reach a compensation agreement.https://kathmandupost.com/climate-environment/2026/02/11/record-heat-and-raging-fires-ring-in-2026-across-the-southern-hemisphereEl Nino typically has the opposite effect of La Nina, warming the central and eastern Pacific and boosting global temperatures.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/diamonds-worth-rs-43-3-million-seized-at-bagdogra-airport-one-arrestedIndian media report DRI recovered 46 diamonds allegedly smuggled into India via Nepal.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/11/bondi-to-face-questions-on-epstein-files-in-house-testimonyThe Epstein files have dogged Bondi throughout her tenure as President Donald Trump’s attorney general.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/one-killed-seven-injured-in-lamjung-jeep-accidentVehicle skids while negotiating a bend and falls 60 metres below the road in Marsyangdi.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/11/nepse-posts-marginal-dip-againBenchmark index slips 0.04 points as Rs 8.69 billion worth of shares traded on Wednesday.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/11/leader-of-myanmar-armed-group-says-world-is-ignoring-junta-s-deadly-airstrikesSince late 2024, air attacks have killed at least 1,728 civilians, slowing the advance of pro‑democracy forces that lack an air force.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/man-arrested-in-philippines-for-allegedly-threatening-ciaa-chief-brought-to-kathmanduPrakash Pathak faces charges of criminal breach of trust and alleged threats against senior officials.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/supreme-court-quashes-interim-order-in-sunkoshi-marin-diversion-project-case Decision clears way to seize contractor’s Rs3.6 billion bank guarantee.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/11/gold-and-silver-prices-continue-to-riseGold price increases by Rs1,100, silver by Rs50.