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.comAl Qaeda-linked group killed at least 12 truck drivers in Mali, HRW sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/al-qaeda-linked-group-killed-at-least-12-truck-drivers-in-mali-hrw-saysMalian military authorities have turned to armed escorts to ease ​a fuel supply blockade on the landlocked country imposed ​by the insurgents.Hundreds killed in Haiti drone strikes, including 60 civilians, Human Rights Watch sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/hundreds-killed-in-haiti-drone-strikes-including-60-civilians-human-rights-watch-saysThe UN office in Haiti (BINUH) has also recorded dozens of civilian deaths and injuries from drones, including a mother of three killed while selling goods on the street.Matrika Yadav’s journey from peace process to fourth term in Parliamenthttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/matrika-yadav-s-journey-from-peace-process-to-fourth-term-in-parliamentThe candidacy of RSP candidate Kishori Sah Kamal was annulled in Dhanusha-1, though votes were still cast in his favour.Indian restaurants warn of shutdowns as Iran war makes cooking gas scarcehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/indian-restaurants-warn-of-shutdowns-as-iran-war-makes-cooking-gas-scarceThe fuel shortage comes as the US-Israel war on Iran has halted ship traffic in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, driving up energy prices and transport costs, hitting exports and output from Gulf producers.Four detained in Surkhet teen’s suspicious deathhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/four-arrested-in-connection-with-death-of-16-year-old-girl-in-surkhetThe teenager was found unconscious at a community forest in Birendranagar-4.Airlines hike ticket prices as Iran war propels fuel costshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/airlines-hike-ticket-prices-as-iran-war-propels-fuel-costsAirfares have soared on Asia-Europe routes ​due to airspace closures and capacity constraints, and Hong Kongs Cathay Pacific Airways (0293.HK) said on Tuesday it was adding extra flights to London and Zurich in March.Trump, Putin talk of war and peace as US weighs easing Russian oil sanctionshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/trump-putin-talk-of-war-and-peace-as-us-weighs-easing-russian-oil-sanctionsThe move would be intended to boost world supplies of oil following disruptions to Middle East shipments but could also complicate US efforts to deprive Russia of revenue for its war in Ukraine.Nepse slips 32 points as investors book profits after Monday’s rallyhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/nepse-slips-32-points-as-investors-book-profits-after-monday-s-rallyOf the companies traded on Tuesday, share prices of 78 firms increased while 178 declined.Finance Minister Khanal returns ‘red passport’https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/finance-minister-khanal-returns-red-passportKhanal says the diplomatic passport was the only government property he had received.ADB approves $40 million concessional loan to boost Nepal’s digital transformationhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/adb-approves-40-million-concessional-loan-to-boost-nepal-s-digital-transformationThe World Bank is the lead lender for the Nepal Digital Transformation Project and approved a $50 million concessional loan for the initiative in February this year.BTS returns and so does Armyhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/bts-returns-and-so-does-armyBTS' long-awaited reunion also spotlights the growing influence of modern fandoms in society and the role millions of Army played in shaping itNew National Assembly arithmetic puts check on lower house dominancehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/new-national-assembly-arithmetic-puts-check-on-lower-house-dominanceDespite RSP’s near two-thirds strength in the lower house, constitutional amendments and major treaties still need 40 votes in the upper chamber.Nepalis in Gulf may return home via Saudi Arabia, says MoFAhttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/10/nepalis-in-gulf-may-return-home-via-saudi-arabia-says-mofaNepali missions will facilitate Saudi visas for nationals in Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and the UAE amid escalating regional tensions.Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikeshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/iran-says-oil-blockade-will-continue-until-attacks-end-trump-threatens-to-escalate-strikesAt least 1,332 Iranian civilians have been killed and thousands wounded since the US and Israel launched a barrage of air and missile strikes ⁠across Iran at the end of February, according to Iran’s UN ambassador.When ambition becomes harmfulhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/when-ambition-becomes-harmfulStriving for success can drive growth, but when it consumes identity, it can jeopardise mental health.Today’s weather: March 10, 2026https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/10/today-s-weather-march-10-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.How travel can trigger acnehttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/how-travel-can-trigger-acneKeeping the skincare routine minimal but consistent can help maintain healthy skin during travel.Iran bets on endurance, energy disruption to outlast US, Israelhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/iran-bets-on-endurance-energy-disruption-to-outlast-us-israelUS President Donald Trump told Republican lawmakers on Monday the ⁠war would continue until Iran is “totally and decisively defeated” but predicted it would be over soon.ANFA, footballers at loggerheads, once againhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/10/anfa-footballers-at-loggerheads-once-againWith ANFA yet to announce the schedule of A Division league, players resort to protest, their second in four months.Vegetable prices fluctuate up to 200 percent in a month amid electionshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/vegetable-prices-fluctuate-up-to-200-percent-in-a-month-amid-electionsCommerce Department report finds sharp swings in prices of cauliflower, broccoli and other produce despite stable supply conditions.Rastriya Janamorcha loses leftist bastion in Baglung despite poll alliance with NCPhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/rastriya-janamorcha-loses-leftist-bastion-in-baglung-despite-poll-alliance-with-ncpChitra Bahadur KC blames the results mostly on what he called foreign influence.Haze and pollution shroud Nepal for nearly a weekhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/haze-and-pollution-shroud-nepal-for-nearly-a-weekMet officials predicted light rainfall on Monday in one or two places across the Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces, but it will not clear out air pollution and hazy conditions.18 infected in measles outbreak in Dhorpatanhttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/10/18-infected-in-measles-outbreak-in-dhorpatanIt is the second outbreak of the deadly disease in six weeks, after a hiatus of more than two years.Supreme Court allows expansion of Birgunj main roadhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/supreme-court-allows-expansion-of-birgunj-main-roadThe top court dismissed five writ petitions, allowing Division Road Office Hetauda to widen the road 25 metres on both sides.Balen Shah’s rise contributes to the fall of identity politicshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/balen-shah-s-rise-contributes-to-the-fall-of-identity-politicsMost parties with regional and identity agendas have been decimated in Thursday’s election.Indian Prime Minister Modi congratulates RSP leaders on election successhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/indian-prime-minister-modi-congratulates-rsp-leaders-on-election-successModi expresses commitment to work with Nepal’s new government for mutual prosperity and stronger bilateral ties.Youthquake in Parliamenthttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/09/youth-quake-in-parliamentThe cohort of younger MPs can bring the state closer to the large youth population of Nepal. Nepal’s majority moment: Opportunities and testshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/09/nepal-s-majority-moment-opportunities-and-testsIn Nepal, a strong majority government represents both an opportunity and a test.Nepal’s comatose federalism https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/09/nepal-s-comatose-federalismSubnational planning becomes impossible when the centre can pull the plug at will.Kathmandu Airport’s international flights drop sharply amid Gulf tensionshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/kathmandu-airport-s-international-flights-drop-sharply-amid-gulf-tensionsFlight operations have declined notably since February 28, the day US and Israel first attacked Iran. Around 17 daily flights from the Gulf have been cancelled.RSP wins 125 FPTP seats, maintains wide lead in proportional representation vote counthttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/rsp-wins-125-fptp-seats-maintains-wide-lead-in-proportional-representation-vote-countThe RSP leads with 4,641,131 votes, around 48 percent of the valid votes, followed by Congress with 1,557,109 votes, and UML with 1,299,001 votes.RSP candidate Sudhan Gurung wins from Gorkha-1https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/rsp-candidate-sudhan-gurung-wins-from-gorkha-1Gurung defeats Congress candidate Prem Kumar Khatri by 14,498 votes in a decisive victory.Nischal Rai wins Ilam-1 seat for Nepali Congresshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/nischal-rai-wins-ilam-1-seat-for-nepali-congressRai defeats Vinod Nembang Limbu of Shram Sanskriti Party by 911 votes in a closely contested race.At least 14 dead after migrant boat crashes into coast guard vessel off southern Turkeyhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/09/at-least-14-dead-after-migrant-boat-crashes-into-coast-guard-vessel-off-southern-turkeyTurkey said six migrants and one Turkish national were ​rescued.Nepse closes after three circuit breakers triggered by six percent surgehttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/09/nepse-closes-after-three-circuit-breakers-triggered-by-6-percent-surgeBenchmark index jumps 162 points within minutes of trading as post-election optimism drives market rally.New National Assembly members sworn inhttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/09/new-national-assembly-members-sworn-inNA chair Dahal administerd oath of office to new members elected on January 25.Balendra Shah’s election expenses total Rs1.4 millionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/balendra-shah-s-election-expenses-total-rs1-4-millionRSP senior leader’s highest spending recorded during a 15-day ward-level door-to-door campaign, costing Rs580,000.RSP maintains strong lead in FPTP seats and proportional voteshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/rsp-maintains-strong-lead-in-fptp-seats-and-proportional-votesRSP secures 124 seats and leads in one constituency as of 161 declared seats.Iran conflict forces central banks into sharp policy rethinkhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/09/iran-conflict-forces-central-banks-into-sharp-policy-rethinkDeveloped market central banks, such as the Federal Reserve, also face a tricky act balancing growth, inflation and increasing political pressure.Young representatives of a young countryhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/young-representatives-of-a-young-countryAs many as 59 parliamentarians under 40 have been elected in the lower house in the March 5 election.