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/national/2026/04/05/government-announces-two-day-weekend-amid-fuel-crisisOffices to operate from 9 am to 5 pm as Cabinet moves to ease pressure from petroleum supply disruptions.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/05/nepse-plunges-105-50-points-as-all-sub-indices-declineOnly seven firms post gains while 261 decline in a broad market slump.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/05/ai-is-rewiring-the-world-s-most-prolific-film-industryIndian studios are using AI to cut costs, speed up production and dub films into multiple languages. With fewer union constraints than Hollywood, the industry is moving fast, raising questions about creativity and audience acceptance.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/police-detain-shanker-group-vice-chair-sulav-agrawalInvestigation linked to Deepak Bhatta expands to one of Nepal’s largest conglomerates, raising questions over financial transactions, political access and regulatory influence.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/05/dp-aryal-elected-speaker-unopposedFirst non-communist Speaker in 18 years takes office as parties turn to deputy Speaker race.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/04/05/bheri-bridge-project-stalls-for-years-leaving-key-highway-link-incomplete Failed contracts and rejected bids keep Rukum West–Jajarkot connection stranded as locals rely on suspension bridge.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/04/05/fire-destroys-22-houses-and-sheds-in-western-nepal-causes-rs9-35-million-loss Blaze in Pyuthan village kills livestock and destroys property before being contained by security forces and locals.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/05/us-rescues-airman-whose-f-15-was-downed-in-iran-us-officials-sayThe airman was the second member of ⁠a two-person crew of an F-15 that Iran said on Friday was brought ⁠down by its air defences. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/money-laundering-probe-pulls-nepal-s-shanker-group-into-spotlightInvestigators are examining ties between the conglomerate and businessman Deepak Bhatta, raising questions over political access and transactions spanning billions of rupees.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/05/trump-israel-pressure-iran-ahead-of-deadline-as-search-continues-for-missing-us-airmanTrump’s messaging has veered between hinting at diplomatic progress and making threats to bomb the Islamic Republic “back to the Stone Ages.”https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/04/05/today-s-weather-april-5-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/04/05/four-films-that-defined-niff-s-opening-daysCelebrating world cinema, the 9th Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) is presenting 88 films and documentaries from 40 countries.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/04/05/could-arjun-kumal-be-the-next-big-thing-in-nepali-cricketKumal, perhaps the most consistent Nepali batter of late, smashed a century on Saturday and became the fastest to reach 1,000 runs in the tournament. He now awaits a senior national team debut.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/05/ruling-rsp-is-weighing-which-party-will-get-its-woman-parliamentarian-elected-deputy-speakerAryal was uncontested for Speaker but there are several opposition parties staking their claim to the crucial House role.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/manpower-agencies-charging-over-rs10-000-as-service-fee-come-under-scrutinyThe provision—popularly known as the ‘free visa, free ticket’ policy—applies to Nepali workers heading to major labour destinations.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/04/05/loan-sharking-rampant-in-rautahat-over-7-000-victims-file-complaints-against-moneylendersVictims recount tales of financial ruin and legal harassment at the hands of a local trader, as they struggle for justice despite government intervention.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/05/iran-war-and-soaring-fuel-prices-hit-travel-and-tourism-in-nepal-hardWest Asia conflict drives record jet fuel prices, doubling ticket costs and triggering cancellations during peak tourist season.https://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2026/04/05/police-machines-deployed-to-reclaim-phewa-lake-territory On Saturday morning those living by the lake woke up to the clatter of excavators deployed to remove structures built on lake land.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/04/trump-gives-iran-48-hours-to-make-a-deal-as-hunt-goes-on-for-missing-us-pilotThe war has killed thousands, sparked an energy crisis and threatened lasting damage to the world economy.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/04/youngsters-blame-game-fashion-highlights-from-the-new-parliament-s-openingIt is a remarkable transition from the usual old bunch to a premier aged just 35.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/04/leapfrogging-to-satellite-internet-can-transform-nepal-s-digital-landscapePolicy inertia is denying a child in Mugu the same digital access as the one in Kathmandu. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/04/balen-won-big-now-what-kind-of-power-will-he-be-1775318913It’s now crucial to ask what power doctrine emerges during his tenure. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/as-part-of-government-restructuring-foreign-ministry-wants-three-key-departments-under-itThe responsibilities concerning foreign employment, foreign trade and foreign aid are currently being handled by other ministries.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/elderly-parents-lose-their-pillar-as-son-dies-in-kuwaitAfter 22 years of foreign employment, Khushiram Chaudhary planned to return to Dang to care for his ailing parents, only to return home in a coffin.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/two-dead-in-lamjung-jeep-accidentA passenger jeep heading from Besisahar to Chhinkhola plunged 40–50 metres off a winding uphill road on Saturday afternoon, police say.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/04/04/six-nepalis-injured-in-uae-discharged-one-recoveringSeven Nepalese nationals were injured by falling debris in Abu Dhabi’s Al-Ajban area after UAE air defenses intercepted Iranian missiles.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/04/eight-dead-after-earthquake-of-magnitude-5-9-strikes-afghanistanAn earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck Afghanistan's ⁠Hindu Kush region on Friday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said. Earthquakes in the country are the most deadly, killing about 560 ⁠people on average each year.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/195-individuals-arrested-from-various-parts-of-kathmanduPolice made the arrests as part of an overnight search operation on Friday.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/illegal-structures-on-phewa-lakeside-torn-down Pokhara metropolis begins demolition on Saturday following PM Shah’s directive. The apex court ruled on lake conservation seven years ago.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/sagar-lamsal-bale-arrestedPolice detained the artist after a woman accused him of rape on social media.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/04/04/the-week-in-five-photos-1775276465Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/04/events-april-4-to-april-10-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/04/a-village-fading-into-silenceIn ‘Torkin’, the rhythms of a Mustang village reveal the beauty and fragility of life in the Himalayas.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/04/santoo-and-arika-feted-as-best-of-the-best-at-20th-nnipa-sports-awardThe recipients of different awards were selected based on their performance in the Nepali Year 2081BS (mid-April 2024 to mid-April 2025).https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/04/west-asia-conflict-drives-up-nepal-s-trade-costs-fuels-inflation-fearsFreight, fuel and insurance surge as import-dependent economy braces for 50 percent price rise across goods.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/balendra-shah-renewed-curiosity-for-badimalika-but-will-he-make-it-easily-accessibleBadimalika and Ramaroshan drew Balendra Shah’s attention as he toured Nepal’s far-west for election campaign.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/flight-disruptions-slow-repatriation-of-38-nepali-bodies-from-gulfNine bodies were brought Wednesday, and special flights on Friday and Sunday will bring more.https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/04/04/i-just-wanted-to-make-a-damn-good-movie-ramesh-sippy-on-sholayFifty years after the blockbuster, Bollywood’s veteran director reflects on timeless storytelling, Nepali cinema, censorship, and debunks a popular cinema myth. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/aryal-led-rsp-in-lamichhane-s-absence-now-he-ll-run-the-houseElected unopposed, Aryal will take the oath of office as Speaker from President tomorrow.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/new-home-minister-s-unconventional-approach-to-governance-raises-eyebrowsHis early actions drew both praise and scrutiny as he appeared to be intervening in policing and administrative decisions.