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/2026/06/19/drought-like-conditions-contaminated-water-spark-outbreak-risksSixty percent of drinking water samples in Lalitpur’s Konjyosom have been found contaminated with faecal coliform.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/19/central-zoo-closes-indefinitely-after-bird-flu-outbreakThe virus has been confirmed in egrets, owls and vultures, as well as civets and leopard cats.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/19/haiti-ready-to-run-dream-and-make-island-proud-against-brazil-says-mignePlaying at their first World Cup since 1974, Haiti began with a 1-0 defeat by Scotland, John McGinn’s first-half goal proving decisive despite a late ​push in which Frantzdy Pierrot headed narrowly wide in the ​85th minute.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/19/pakistani-kashmir-faces-shutdown-as-protests-leave-more-than-20-deadBank notices blame the government’s suspension of internet and satellite services for the closure of ATMs and banking operations, while petrol stations are also shut due ​to an official order.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/19/us-iran-peace-talks-postponed-clouding-prospects-for-lasting-truceA Swiss foreign ministry statement said the talks had been postponed. Switzerland remains ready to facilitate these talks and the relevant preparatory work at Burgenstock is continuing, the statement added.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/06/19/nepal-records-45-year-high-pre-monsoon-rainfallDepartment of Hydrology and Meteorology says 339.7 mm of rainfall logged this season, surpassing 1990 record.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/19/neb-publishes-class-12-results-64-13-percent-secure-gradesRetotalling applications open from June 20 to 26.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/19/mexico-edge-south-korea-to-win-group-a-secure-home-last-32-tieA costly South Korean goalkeeper mistake opens the door for Luis Romo, while a late double-save from Raúl Rangel preserves the crucial shutout.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/19/industrial-estate-authority-cuts-power-and-water-to-167-factories-over-unpaid-duesState-owned Industrial Zone Management Limited disconnects utilities amid an ongoing rent dispute, while business groups warn the move will disrupt production and deter investment.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/19/canada-deliver-vancouver-vindication-with-maiden-world-cup-victory-over-qatarHosts secure their first-ever World Cup finals victory with a commanding win over nine-man Qatar to move top of Group B.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/19/manzambi-double-helps-swiss-crush-bosnia-4-1-in-world-cupLate four-goal burst after Johan Manzambi’s opener and Bosnia’s red card puts Switzerland on the brink of the World Cup knockout stage.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/06/19/meet-the-street-dancer-duo-reclaiming-kathmandu-s-public-spacesFrom spontaneous performances to viral fame, Siddhartha Chhetri and Jibriel Alam are turning city transit hubs into stages for their freestyle art.https://kathmandupost.com/arts/2026/06/19/the-weight-of-history-the-burden-of-memoryThrough neon texts, landscapes and recorded testimonies, ‘Silent Bone’ challenges viewers to confront histories that are often forgotten.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/19/ruling-rsp-s-first-national-convention-set-to-kick-off-on-sundayDiscussions on revising the party statute dominate secretariat meeting as leaders seek to institutionalise recent mergers and political alignment.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/18/subash-tamang-climbs-to-the-top-of-surya-nepal-premier-golf-championshipTamang bested Bhuvan Nagarkoti, who had been leading for the first two days, to stay in the lead during the third day of the championship on Thursday.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/18/antigraft-body-summons-arzu-rana-deuba-german-firms-in-passport-procurement-probeFollowing four high-profile arrests, the anti-graft body has directed the former foreign minister and representatives of the two German firms to appear for questioning.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/18/trouble-brewing-for-nepali-tea-industry-as-exports-to-india-remain-haltedAll tea factories in Ilam and Jhapa suspend production as exporters warn of mounting losses, stranded consignments and a deepening crisis in Nepal’s key export industry.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/06/18/why-are-we-still-telling-abused-women-to-work-it-outRecent data shows hundreds of Nepali women are being killed by their partners, exposing a systemic failure.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/columns/2026/06/18/unseen-and-unheard-conflict-related-sexual-violence-survivors-in-nepal-still-await-justiceHow long should the conflict-related sexual violence survivors wait to be seen, to be believed, to be heard and to receive justice?https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/06/18/health-figures-high-in-nepal-s-provincial-budgetsBudgets focus on upgrading hospitals, expanding rural healthcare, strengthening maternal and specialist services, and improving access for vulnerable groups.https://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/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.