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/football/2026/06/25/how-nepal-s-football-establishment-destroyed-itselfFIFA’s suspension of ANFA didn’t come from outside. It was a slow and deliberate result of the incompetence of the very people entrusted to protect the sport.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/25/outcry-grows-over-grade-12-results-students-demand-education-minister-s-scalpGovernment announces investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/25/bidhan-shrestha-returns-to-paleti-stage-after-nine-years Known for his folk and patriotic songs, the veteran singer is set to perform at Nepalaya’s long-running intimate music series in Kathmandu this weekend.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/25/average-return-on-microenterprises-in-nepal-falls-below-minimum-urban-wage-reports-world-bank More than half of Nepal’s microenterprises remain unregistered as owners struggle with low incomes, limited job opportunities and weak incentives to formalise, says a new World Bank report.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/25/rsp-general-convention-set-for-overnight-vote-to-elect-office-bearersFifth revised election schedule puts polling from 9:15pm to 12:15am, with results expected by 1:30am on Friday.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/25/venezuela-earthquakes-kill-at-least-164-toll-expected-to-rise-into-thousandsPowerful quakes near Caracas trap residents under rubble, trigger mass destruction and large-scale rescue operations as authorities warn of far higher casualty figures.https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/06/25/ai-driven-vibe-coding-gains-ground-in-nepalTasks that once took weeks can now be done in hours, but experts warn that speed may come with security risks.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/06/25/67-nepalis-die-in-japan-in-over-ten-months-25-by-suicideMost victims were student visa holders engaged in work, as rising costs, loan pressure and weak support systems fuel concern over mental health and labour oversight.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/25/supreme-court-issues-show-cause-order-over-bishnu-paudel-s-detentionThe apex court seeks explanation on his detention after a habeas corpus petition challenges the arrest of the CPN-UML vice-chair in a money laundering investigation linked to businessman Deepak Bhatta.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/25/bird-flu-reaches-11-districts-as-farmers-await-compensationNearly 600,000 birds have been culled as authorities race to contain the outbreak, while compensation delays deepen financial strain on poultry producers.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/25/quakes-rock-venezuela-killing-at-least-32-and-injuring-hundredsA magnitude 7.2 earthquake hit about 160 km (100 miles) west of Caracas, followed less ​than a minute later by a magnitude 7.5 tremor, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/25/fifa-suspends-anfa-over-third-party-interference Indefinite suspension sidelines Nepal’s national teams and clubs from international football and cuts access to FIFA and AFC programmes.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/25/in-kathmandu-the-world-cup-means-jerseys-memories-and-dreams-of-gloryThousands of kilometres from the stadiums of North America, Kathmandu’s football fans show how the city has been swept up in football’s biggest spectacle.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/25/in-roots-blooms-emotions-take-abstract-formContemporary artist Shivangini Rana presents 72 works, blending paintings with wearable art pieces crafted on shawls.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/25/billions-spent-but-little-to-show-for-karnali-s-organic-agriculture-driveFrom failed nurseries to incomplete testing labs, the ‘Organic Karnali’ campaign reveals significant implementation gaps. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/25/special-court-grants-seven-day-custody-of-former-finance-minister-paudelDMLI holds UML vice-chair Paudel for seven days after statements from businessmen in Deepak Bhatta-linked probe.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/25/rsp-s-push-for-a-directly-elected-executive-and-fully-proportional-representation-sparks-political-debateAs the largest party in parliament formally tables its constitutional amendment agenda in its general convention, major political stakeholders remain at odds over governance models and electoral reform.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/25/rsp-s-first-general-convention-turns-into-a-tiring-and-costly-affair-for-delegatesAs the election process draws out, delegates are frustrated by heat and mismanagement and head back home short on cash.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/utility-pole-relocation-delays-hobble-road-widening-projectsHundreds of electricity poles remain along construction corridors and continue to hinder major highway projects nationwide.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/06/24/rsp-fails-first-hurdle-as-organised-political-partyFrom delegate management to endorsement of policy proposals, the general convention left a lot to be desired.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/24/the-world-wants-carbon-credits-nepal-has-themIn the new carbon economy, the wealth is not only in what countries produce, but in what they protect, reduce and never emit.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/24/remittance-and-the-fracturing-of-the-traditional-socio-cultural-safety-netWe cannot build anything meaningful by merely securing a good balance sheet at the bank while leaving our parents to die in lonely terror.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/06/24/three-in-four-maternal-deaths-in-nepal-occur-in-health-facilities-or-in-transitExperts blame referral delays and poor quality care in birthing centres and district hospitals for high maternal death.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/24/private-education-sector-adds-rs160-billion-to-nepal-s-gdp-annuallyOn average, each institution spends around Rs11.04 million annually, charges students a monthly fee of Rs3,305 and pays employees an average monthly salary of Rs15,683.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/fear-and-uncertainty-grip-displaced-families-as-exit-deadline-nearsResidents worry about losing temporary shelter before a permanent resettlement plan is in place.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/rsp-advocates-development-diplomacy-over-power-centred-diplomacyParty envisions Nepal as a “vibrant bridge” between South Asia and the Himalayan region, prioritising development, connectivity and economic partnerships.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/several-pm-shah-camp-leaders-forgo-race-likely-to-enter-through-nominationRSP has deployed 75 electronic voting machines, with voting set to begin at 8:30 pm and results expected overnight.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/cabinet-expands-ministers-advisers-and-personal-secretariatsNew provisions permit up to 57 advisers and 153 secretariat staff across ministries, reversing an earlier drive to reduce such appointments.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/24/munoz-sends-colombia-into-world-cup-last-32-with-win-over-dr-congoA deflected late goal from Daniel Muñoz breaks DR Congo resistance as Colombia dominate possession to book their place in the knockout stage early.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/rsp-outlines-liberal-welfare-state-model-social-market-economy-at-first-conventionParty commits to social justice-led liberal economy, stronger regulation, investment push and employment expansion.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/rsp-delegates-vote-today-to-elect-99-central-committee-membersTwo-phase leadership election set to begin at party’s first general convention after Rabi Lamichhane is elected unopposed as chair.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/24/kane-fluffs-his-lines-as-england-stumble-against-ghanaMissed late sitter leaves England waiting for World Cup knockout berth after goalless draw with Ghana.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/24/i-m-back-record-breaker-ronaldo-fires-portugal-to-5-0-win-over-uzbekistanVeteran striker scores twice to become the first player to net in six World Cups as Portugal overwhelm Uzbekistan.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/24/i-am-jit-bahadur-finds-an-actor-within-the-ordinary-manDespite relying on conventional storytelling, the movie captures the emotional reality of an artist’s pursuit of recognition.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/24/what-i-watch-online-nisseem-shresthaShrestha is a filmmaker who has also worked as a director and voiceover artist, creating commercials and music videos for the past four years.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/24/nepal-olympic-committee-award-honours-athletes-coaches-association-and-journalistsKarateka Arika Gurung and wushu practitioner Bijaya Sinjali were adjudged the NOC Best Athlete in the female and male category, respectively.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/24/regulatory-sandbox-guidelines-aim-to-foster-nepal-fintech-innovationControlled testing framework will allow banks, fintechs and payment companies to trial new products before commercial launchhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/06/24/no-more-rabies-deathsThe state’s failure to provide rabies vaccine is an act of negligence that the people cannot tolerate.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/24/budget-through-federalism-lensNearly a decade after the adoption of federalism, an important question remains: Does the budget truly reflect its spirit? It does so only partially.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/24/more-practical-cooperation-stronger-nepal-china-relationsChina will always be a trustworthy and reliable friend and partner of Nepal in its pursuit of development, revitalisation and modernisation.