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/cricket/2026/11/03/russell-s-late-assault-takes-biratnagar-to-174-against-janakpurAndre Russell smashed an unbeaten 52 off 29 balls after half-centuries from Lokesh Bam and Imran Sheikh to give Biratnagar a competitive total in Kirtipur.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/03/madhav-nepal-minendra-rijal-among-97-accused-in-rs735m-land-swap-caseThe CIAA alleges that government officials colluded to let a company exchange valuable land in Biratnagar, which should have been confiscated, for cheaper plots.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/11/03/two-of-eight-inmates-who-escaped-dolpa-prison-arrested-in-rukum-westPolice arrested the two men during a vehicle check in Aathbiskot Municipality on Tuesday morning. Six others remain at large.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/03/how-deepak-bhatta-became-nepal-s-most-influential-power-brokerFor two decades, Bhatta cultivated extraordinary access to Nepal’s political and bureaucratic elite while keeping himself largely out of public view. A money-laundering investigation has now exposed the networks around him.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/11/03/indian-national-killed-new-zealander-injured-in-mid-air-collision-near-everestIn what is believed to be Nepal’s first mid-air helicopter collision, two choppers struck each other while attempting to land at Pheriche, raising fresh concerns over flight safety and the growing number of helicopter operations in the Everest region. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/03/janakpur-and-lumbini-eye-top-spot-in-npl-double-headerJanakpur face Biratnagar in the first match before Lumbini take on Pokhara, who are yet to win a game. The fixtures will also mark the final NPL appearances of Moeen Ali and Andre Russell.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/11/03/six-reasons-democrats-may-fall-short-of-a-midterm-landslideA shrinking number of competitive races, uncertain Senate contests, turnout challenges and a Republican fundraising edge could limit Democratic gains despite widespread voter dissatisfaction with Donald Trump. https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/11/03/kathmandu-metropolis-bans-sale-of-plastic-flowers-and-garlands-ahead-of-tiharThe move aims to protect local flower growers and ensure that sales are concentrated at designated locations across the capital. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/11/03/protect-nepalis-in-saudi-arabiaHouthi drones have killed a Nepali worker. Diplomacy must protect the rest and bring the stranded home.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/11/03/nepal-and-india-agree-to-step-up-cooperation-on-border-securityThe two security forces will share intelligence and coordinate efforts to curb smuggling, human trafficking, counterfeit currency and drug trafficking.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/11/03/one-foreigner-killed-as-two-helicopters-collide-in-solukhumbuNew Zealand citizen of Indian origin and both pilots were also injured in the collision at Pheriche.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/03/bhotekoshi-floods-leave-older-survivors-grappling-with-loss-uncertainty-and-traumaTwo months on, many elderly survivors remain displaced, haunted by memories of the disaster and waiting for news of missing family members. Authorities are yet to establish how many older people were affected.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/03/big-show-maxwell-announces-international-retirementMaxwell bows out after 14 years, having helped Australia win two ODI World Cups and a T20 World Cup, but misses out on a farewell match at the MCG.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/11/03/cyclone-murasu-begins-making-landfall-on-india-s-eastern-coastAuthorities have evacuated thousands of residents, with around 30,000 people expected to be moved to safety in Andhra Pradesh, as the storm follows another cyclone that killed at least six people last week.https://kathmandupost.com/theater/2026/11/03/in-bhag-bheda-bhag-a-flock-of-sheep-holds-up-a-mirror-to-nepali-societySamyog Guragain’s absurdist play satirises the contradictions and herd mentality of contemporary Nepali society with a generous dose of humour.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/11/03/nepali-film-panch-pandav-faces-boycott-calls-over-perceived-religious-insultsFilmmakers say social media campaigns based on trailers and short clips threaten creative freedom, while critics insist they have the right to question religious representations.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/03/david-warner-the-gorkhas-and-a-debut-to-rememberThe marquee signing was out early, but Warner’s energy and fielding left their mark on a winning debut.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/03/where-are-chitwan-rhinos-heading-this-seasonAfter a third-place finish in 2024 and a slump in 2025, the Rhinos are still searching for form in NPL Season 3.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/11/03/you-re-not-plainclothes-police-are-youNepalis joke about plainclothes police at the door. The laughter hides a fear, and a state too busy quarrelling with itself to answer it.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/11/03/nepal-s-remittance-boom-is-hiding-a-hiring-bustWar and Gulf localisation policies are shrinking overseas hiring, and a migration-dependent economy has little to fall back on.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/03/geta-medical-institute-set-to-start-classes-before-its-teaching-hospital-is-fully-equippedThe hospital lacks several essential services. Doctors question its ability to provide the clinical training medical students need.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/03/kathmandu-gorkhas-defeat-karnali-yaks-once-againKathmandu have now beaten Karnali in all three NPL seasons, chasing down 181 with two balls to spare in their latest encounter.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/02/supreme-court-leaves-inquiry-into-justices-linked-to-alleged-fixer-to-parliamentA full court meeting on Monday said it will not investigate allegations against its own members. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/02/nepal-police-transfers-remain-stalled-amid-political-interferencePolice chiefs in nine districts have served for over a year. Officers say morale and leadership development are suffering.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/02/sudurpaschim-climb-to-third-after-five-wicket-win-over-chitwanBrandon McMullen’s 43 and an unbeaten 20 from Aarif Sheikh helped the Royals chase down a target of 130 in 16.4 overs.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/11/02/us-overtakes-india-as-nepal-s-largest-tourism-source-market-for-first-timeAmerican arrivals surged 31 percent in October, while Indian visitors fell 30 percent as the August floods disrupted pilgrimage routes and dampened travel from Nepal’s traditionally biggest source market.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/11/02/sudurpaschim-restrict-chitwan-to-129-in-npl-clashScott Kuggeleijn takes two wickets while Ravi Bopara top-scores with 49 as the Rhinos struggle to build a competitive total.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/11/02/iranians-have-left-doha-talks-draft-proposal-for-us-deal-being-circulated-official-saysIran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said the basis of the talks is ​a seven-step plan Iran drew up in September to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the US naval blockade on Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/11/02/indian-foreign-secretary-to-visit-nepal-ahead-of-balendra-shah-s-proposed-india-tripVikram Misri’s November 4-5 visit is expected to help prepare the agenda for the Nepali prime minister’s visit later this month.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/02/japan-ambassador-nominee-withdraws-amid-conflict-of-interest-questionsJigyan Kumar Thapa informed the parliamentary hearing committee of his decision after questions were raised over his family’s residency and financial ties to Japan.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/02/rashid-khan-and-karan-kc-power-kathmandu-gurkhas-to-first-winThe Gorkhas chase down 181 with two balls to spare, handing Karnali Yaks their first defeat of the season.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/11/02/extreme-poverty-has-nearly-disappeared-in-nepal-but-half-remain-economically-vulnerableWorld Bank data show that just 2.4 percent of Nepalis lived below the extreme poverty line in 2022, while 52.7 percent remained below the $8.30 poverty line.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/02/supreme-court-calls-for-probe-into-reports-linking-justices-to-middlemanThe full court meeting calls for an independent investigation and urges the media not to publish reports that could prejudice individuals or obstruct justice.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/02/karnali-post-180-against-kathmandu-after-brisk-startAriful Islam’s 22-ball 44 and Hussain Talat’s late innings push take the Yaks to a challenging total in Kirtipur.https://kathmandupost.com/climate-environment/2026/11/02/construction-boom-pushes-nepal-s-mountain-settlements-into-flood-prone-areasA new study finds at least 108,500 people in Nepal are exposed to potential flooding, as hydropower development, road expansion and unplanned urbanisation increase risks in vulnerable mountain regions.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/11/02/china-s-robot-makers-have-mastered-the-moves-now-comes-the-race-for-brainsChinese companies are shifting their focus from robot hardware to AI that can help machines learn unfamiliar tasks, adapt to their surroundings and work with less human guidance.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/11/02/protest-is-not-policyNepal’s protest has completed the first stage. The rest depends on what the country builds around it.https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/11/02/indigenous-climate-activist-pema-wangmo-lama-on-flood-recovery-loans-and-who-gets-to-say-no-to-hydropowerLama, who recently attended the UN biodiversity talks, says post-disaster work in Nepal focuses on infrastructure rather than communities, and that safeguards for Indigenous people near hydropower projects rarely work in practice.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/02/david-warner-arrives-in-nepal-for-kathmandu-gorkhas-npl-campaignThe former Australian opener could make his debut against Karnali Yaks in the first match of the day on Monday.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/11/02/rsp-weighs-impeachment-what-does-it-take-to-remove-a-supreme-court-justice-in-nepalThe Rastriya Swatantra Party has instructed its parliamentary wing to act over alleged misconduct in the judiciary. Here is how the Constitution and parliamentary rules govern the impeachment process.