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.comReproductive health stigma pushes Rolpa’s women to seek care too latehttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/04/28/reproductive-health-stigma-pushes-rolpa-s-women-to-seek-care-too-lateDoctors say many women delay treatment due to stigma and lack of awareness, with most cases detected only after conditions become severe.Inside temporary shelters, displaced families adjust after evictionshttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/04/28/inside-temporary-shelters-displaced-families-adjust-after-evictions Evicted families from Kathmandu’s settlements struggle to rebuild daily life.930 displaced families seek resettlement after evictionshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/28/930-displaced-families-seek-resettlement-after-evictionsGovernment begins verification as hundreds remain in temporary shelters.Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with trying to assassinate Trumphttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/28/suspect-in-washington-dinner-shooting-charged-with-trying-to-assassinate-trumpCole Tomas Allen, 31, is accused of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, as investigators cite emails and weapons haul; he remains in custody pending further hearings.What remains when everything moves onhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/28/what-remains-when-everything-moves-onA young photographer’s debut solo exhibition explores impermanence and human connection through frames from across Nepal.Between breath and surrenderhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/28/between-breath-and-surrenderAt Kala Salon, a mattress of leaves and birds on city wires come together to explore the tension between inner unrest and outer survival.Nepal objects to China over construction of a safety wall along Bhote Koshi Riverhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/28/nepal-objects-to-china-over-construction-of-a-safety-wall-along-bhote-koshi-riverThe matter was first taken up by the District Administration Office, Sindhupalchowk, with the Ministry of Home Affairs about two weeks ago.Nepali tea exporters in hot water as India toughens import ruleshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/28/nepali-tea-exporters-in-hot-water-as-india-toughens-import-rulesMandatory lab testing, added fees and stricter procedures from May 1 may disrupt shipments, raise costs and erode competitiveness of Nepal’s key export.Major road projects hit as West Asian crisis disrupts bitumen supplyhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/28/major-road-projects-hit-as-west-asian-crisis-disrupts-bitumen-supplyContractors warn of delays as Iran war hits supply and monsoon nears.Nepal sets up recovery mechanism for troubled cooperativeshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/nepal-sets-up-recovery-mechanism-for-troubled-cooperativesA revolving fund will be used to return small depositors’ savings.TU wants cricket at Kirtipur but not at the cost of academic activitieshttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/27/tu-wants-cricket-at-kirtipur-but-not-at-the-cost-of-academic-activitiesUniversity says matches can continue at Kirtipur, but only under a new model that safeguards academic activities.The push for small-scale projects undercuts federalismhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/27/the-push-for-small-scale-projects-undercuts-federalismSubnational levels, not the federal government, should handle all small-scale infrastructure projects.A Dalit died in police custody. The state’s response is inadequatehttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/27/a-dalit-died-in-police-custody-the-state-s-response-is-inadequateWhen will we see a more realistic and nuanced Dalit discourse on caste hate?First regulate cannabis cultivation. Licence it afterhttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/27/first-regulate-cannabis-cultivation-licence-it-afterNepal might license cannabis cultivation. The science of what that demands must lead, not follow.Speed limits set for Narayanghat-Butwal stretch as road upgrade nears completionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/speed-limits-set-for-narayanghat-butwal-stretch-as-road-upgrade-nears-completionMotorists can travel at up to 80 km per hour on straight stretches and 40 km in the Daunne hill section.Leasehold forestry revives barren hills, boosts incomes in Chitwanhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/leasehold-forestry-revives-barren-hills-boosts-incomes-in-chitwanThe programme has allowed communities to manage and reap benefits from nearby degraded forest land.Nepal wants to become a data centre hub. It has no rules for howhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/nepal-wants-to-become-a-data-centre-hub-it-has-no-rules-for-howAs the ruling party bets on digital infrastructure to transform the economy, the communities that will host these facilities have no legal standing to object.Stricter customs enforcement reduces cross-border movementhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/strict-customs-enforcement-empties-border-marketsDrop in cross-border shopping lifts Nepali traders but draws complaints from residents over higher prices and tighter checks.King Charles jets to US for trip overshadowed by Iran quarrel and shootinghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/27/king-charles-jets-to-us-for-trip-overshadowed-by-iran-quarrel-and-shootingThe state ‌visit, by far the most high-profile and consequential of Charles’s reign, marks the 250th anniversary of the US declaration of independence from British rule. Angdembe elected NC parliamentary party leaderhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/angdembe-elected-nc-parliamentary-party-leaderCongress parliamentary party meeting elects him unopposed on Monday.AIG Poudel promoted as APF chiefhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/aig-poudel-promoted-as-apf-chiefCabinet meeting on Monday elevates Poudel as IG Aryal retires on May 1.Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan's northeasthttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/27/tsunami-survivor-battles-wildfire-to-protect-hometown-in-japan-s-northeastSome 1,400 firefighters and ‌dozens of Self-Defense Force personnel have been deployed so far, with no prospects yet of bringing the blaze under control despite some scattered rain forecast on Monday.Who is Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting?https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/27/who-is-cole-tomas-allen-the-suspect-in-the-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shootingAuthorities identify Los Angeles-area resident and Caltech graduate as suspect in Washington Hilton shooting; investigators say motive has not yet been determined despite early background details emerging from social media and official records.In Humla, residents walk six hours for salt — and still don’t get enoughhttps://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/04/27/in-humla-residents-walk-six-hours-for-salt-and-still-don-t-get-enoughNepal’s most isolated Himalayan villages receive their entire year’s supply of subsidised salt just once — always late and never enough.They built lives on land that was never theirs. Now they have nothinghttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/they-built-lives-on-land-that-was-never-theirs-now-they-have-nothingIn the rain-soaked aftermath of eviction, hundreds of displaced families are scattered across hotels and shelters — separated, uncertain, and waiting for answers that haven’t come. White House dinner shooting prompts scrutiny of Trump security arrangementshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/27/white-house-dinner-shooting-prompts-scrutiny-of-trump-security-arrangementsOfficials say suspect was stopped before reaching venue, but perimeter gaps prompt review.A return shaped by purposehttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/27/a-return-shaped-by-purposeBirthright Nepal brings diaspora youth home to work, learn, and contribute to critical sectors like healthcare.Exploring who we are in ‘Khorlo / Wheel’https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/27/exploring-who-we-are-in-khorlo-wheelThe ongoing exhibit at Takpa Gallery presents identity as a continuous process, evolving through memory, culture, and personal journeys.IT industry urges double taxation avoidance expansion, tax reforms to attract global investmenthttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/27/it-industry-urges-double-taxation-avoidance-expansion-tax-reforms-to-attract-global-investmentNAS-IT calls for preferential tax regime, legal overhaul and policy support in pre-budget recommendations.Delayed hospital projects leave Jumla villages without carehttps://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/04/27/delayed-hospital-projects-leave-jumla-villages-without-careYears-long construction setbacks in Kanakasundari and Tila force residents to travel far for basic treatment.Scientist vacancies hamper agriculture research in Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/scientist-vacancies-hamper-agriculture-research-in-nepalAbsence of scientists and technicians cripples research, weakens services and deepens the crisis for farmers across Nepal.Nepal doctor’s licence suspended after abortion-related deathhttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/04/27/nepal-doctor-s-licence-suspended-after-abortion-related-deathThe Nepal Medical Council found the clinic was not registered, and the procedure was compromised.Child, 8, with mental illness chained in goat shed for five yearshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/child-8-with-mental-illness-chained-in-goat-shed-for-five-yearsFamily too poor to afford care. Local rights activists urge the state to rescue the child.Government bans top 24 ANFA officials from travelling abroadhttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/04/27/government-bans-top-24-anfa-officials-from-travelling-abroadImmigration blacklist follows suspension row as FIFA and AFC warn Nepal to lift decision by May 4.“Let the ice wall melt”: No safe way up Everest yethttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/27/let-the-ice-wall-melt-no-safe-way-up-everest-yetExperts rule out immediate alternatives through Khumbu Icefall; risky conditions force wait as anxiety grows at base camp. India’s Misri to visit Nepal amid flurry of diplomacyhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/27/india-s-misri-to-visit-nepal-amid-flurry-of-diplomacyIndian foreign secretary aims to assess Nepal’s priorities for concrete outcomes during PM and foreign minister’s India visits.Razing of riverside structures ignore due processhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/26/razing-of-riverside-structures-ignore-due-processIn democracy, the process of implementing vital decisions is as important as the decisions themselves.Kathmandu municipalities cap private school feeshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/26/kathmandu-municipalities-cap-private-school-feesUnder the new framework, monthly fees range from Rs2,400 for early childhood development classes to a maximum of Rs7,755 for Grade 10.Embankment work gathers pace to protect Susta from erosionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/26/embankment-work-gathers-pace-to-protect-susta-from-erosion-1777214839Rs140 million project aims for completion before monsoon as Narayani river threatens settlement.An anthropological perspective on development in Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/26/rethinking-development-in-nepalFor Nepal, the central question is no longer simply how to achieve ‘bikas’, but how to rethink it.