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.comCooking gas shortage persists in Valley ahead of pollshttps://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.Nepal recalls children’s antibiotic over quality issueshttps://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.Nepal’s elusive pest controller of the forests under grave threathttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/nepal-s-elusive-pest-controller-of-the-forests-under-grave-threatConservationists say pangolins could disappear in 20-50 years unless urgent efforts are made to curb poaching.Indian court sentences journalist to jail in defamation case by Adani Grouphttps://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.Families protest demanding compensation over Ramechhap bus crashhttps://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.Record heat and raging fires ring in 2026 across the Southern Hemispherehttps://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.Diamonds worth over Rs69 million seized at Bagdogra airport in India, one arrestedhttps://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.Bondi to face questions on Epstein files in House testimonyhttps://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.One killed, seven injured in Lamjung jeep accidenthttps://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.Nepse posts marginal dip againhttps://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 Tuesday.Leader of Myanmar armed group says world is ignoring junta’s deadly airstrikeshttps://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.Man arrested in Philippines for allegedly threatening CIAA chief brought to Kathmanduhttps://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.Supreme Court quashes interim order in Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Project casehttps://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.Gold and silver prices continue to risehttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/11/gold-and-silver-prices-continue-to-riseGold price increases by Rs1,100, silver by Rs50.President Paudel urges CIAA to investigate corruption without pressurehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/president-paudel-urges-ciaa-to-investigate-corruption-without-pressureStresses the importance of good governance and transparency on the 35th anniversary of the anti-corruption body.Ten dead after shooter opens fire at high school in Canadahttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/11/ten-dead-after-woman-opens-fire-at-high-school-in-canadaThe outburst brought to Canada the type of mass shooting more common in the neighbouring United States, and was carried out by a shooter described as female, police said.Driver killed, three injured in Salyan jeep crashhttps://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/02/11/driver-killed-three-injured-in-salyan-jeep-crashVehicle plunges 400 metres off Rapti Highway in Kapurkot.India tightens grip on social media with new three-hour takedown rulehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/11/india-tightens-grip-on-social-media-with-new-three-hour-takedown-ruleThe move underscores India’s tough online content rules, forcing platforms to weigh access to a 1-billion-user market against censorship concerns.Today’s weather: February 11, 2026https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/11/today-s-weather-february-11-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Displaced and on the edge of forests, families face daily threats from wildlife https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/11/displaced-and-on-the-edge-of-forests-displaced-families-face-daily-threats-from-wildlifeElephant intrusions, destroyed crops, and occasional deaths are part of daily life for hundreds of families in Dhakka.Kantipur Conclave ends with calls for better governance, balanced foreign relationshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/kantipur-conclave-ends-with-calls-for-better-governance-balanced-foreign-relationsTwo-day event saw debates on various issues of national and international concerns.The weight of truthhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/11/the-weight-of-truthExtension of the probe of state atrocities during Gen Z protests could be a useful tactical retreat.When narratives collidehttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/11/when-narratives-collideNepal’s tragedy has often been that stories outpace structures, and symbols substitute for systems.Why we need more women in sciencehttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/11/why-we-need-more-women-in-scienceWhen they are excluded from science and technology, the innovation process becomes inherently biased.US court lets Trump administration end TPS for Nepalishttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/11/us-court-lets-trump-administration-end-tps-for-nepalisOver 7,000 Nepalis living in the US are now at risk of detention and deportation.‘Kumari’: Falling in love under society’s watchful eyehttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/11/kumari-falling-in-love-under-society-s-watchful-eyeA restrained romantic drama carried by sincere performances and rooted in themes of trauma and social stigma.‘Brandsutra 2.0’ looks at marketing beyond theoryhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/11/brandsutra-2-0-looks-at-marketing-beyond-theoryIt offers an experiential take on different approaches to marketing and brand-building.Calls grow for more exposure to Associates beyond the World Cuphttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/11/calls-grow-for-more-exposure-to-associates-beyond-the-world-cupThe Associates need to get exposure against Full Members on a regular basis to improve their game, Nepal skipper Rohit Paudel says.Interim government slashes budget by 14 percenthttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/11/interim-government-slashes-budget-by-14-percentFinance ministry says the revised budget now stands at Rs1.68 trillion, with the government upholding 6 percent economic growth projection.State-run hospitals to launch child mental health clinicshttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/11/state-run-hospitals-to-launch-child-mental-health-clinicsOnly one child and adolescent psychologist serving under the Health Ministry.Bus plunges into Tamakoshi river, 12 killedhttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/02/11/bus-plunges-into-tamakoshi-river-12-killedDivers are scouring the river for missing passengers.Nepal’s share market faces unprecedented lockdown as regulators battle industry over trading ruleshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/10/nepal-s-share-market-faces-unprecedented-lockdown-as-regulators-battle-industry-over-trading-rulesProposed restrictions in shares raise the question: Is Nepal building a more robust securities system or creating lasting restrictions on capital flow unlike anywhere else?UML quietly rallies its loyal and former membershttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/10/uml-quietly-rallies-its-loyal-and-former-membersChair Oli sends letters to existing and past members, while youth volunteers call them on the phone.Leaders discuss good governance, party politics and Gen Z movement at Kantipur Conclavehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/10/leaders-discuss-good-governance-party-politics-and-gen-z-movement-at-kantipur-conclaveSpeakers call for political reform, innovation, decentralisation and accountability, linking the Gen Z movement to failures in governance.Chief ministers debate future of federalism on the second day of Kantipur Conclave 2026https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/10/chief-ministers-debate-future-of-federalism-on-the-second-day-of-kantipur-conclave-2026Provincial leaders stress legal reform, coordination and accountability, rejecting claims that federalism is merely a costly structure.Leaders serve the people, they do not rule them: Raksha Bamhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/10/leaders-serve-the-people-they-do-not-rule-them-raksha-bamGen Z voices at the Kantipur Conclave call for leadership reform, accountability and democratic conduct over generational labels.Everest artwork presented to Nepal Embassy in Berlinhttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/02/10/everest-artwork-presented-to-nepal-embassy-in-berlinArtist duo hands over painting created at 5,000 metres to embassy, highlighting cultural ties.Nepse falls for third straight day, trading volume shrinkshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/10/nepse-falls-for-third-straight-day-trading-volume-shrinksOnly the mutual fund and trading sub-indices posted gains, while most stocks ended in the red on Tuesday.‘Nepal’s geopolitical space growing complex amid global power competition’https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/10/nepal-s-geopolitical-space-growing-complex-amid-global-power-competitionExperts say Kathmandu still has room to balance interests through economic cooperation and connectivity.‘People’s panel’ questions politics and media at Kantipur Conclavehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/10/people-s-panel-questions-politics-and-media-at-kantipur-conclaveSpeakers say public frustration has pushed non-traditional voices into the mainstream debate.