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/columns/2026/03/19/new-wave-old-waysNepalis want delivery, and they do not really care if that comes from Balendra Shah or Gyanendra Shah.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/19/balen-but-bewareShah and Lamichhane both possess strong personalities. How do you fit two swords into one sheath?https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/19/how-the-powerless-wonNew leaders have leveraged poor governance, public discontent, economic hardship and anger against established elites.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/rising-number-of-single-women-threatens-raute-populationAlcohol abuse and rigid social taboos leave young women widowed, further shrinking the endangered nomadic community.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/at-least-18-killed-in-vigilante-clash-with-bandits-in-nigeria-s-katsinaThe latest assault ​began when a vigilante patrol killed three suspected bandits in Falale village.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/israel-says-it-kills-iranian-minister-will-let-military-hit-any-senior-official-it-can-findA day after killing Iran’s powerful security chief in the highest-level targeted killing, Israel said it had killed Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/over-2-000-nepali-denied-labour-permits-daily-as-tensions-persist-in-west-asiaGovernment partially resumes labour permits for seven countries.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/18/ghode-jatra-marked-with-grandeur-at-tundikhelPresident and top leaders attend as Nepali Army stages equestrian displays in Kathmandu Valley.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/18/rsp-chair-lamichhane-reminds-lawmakers-of-right-to-recall-provisionLamichhane directs MPs to use parliamentary recess to visit constituencies to update themselves with public issues.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/iran-strikes-tel-aviv-with-cluster-warheads-in-retaliation-for-killing-of-security-chiefIran targeted Tel Aviv with missiles carrying cluster warheads in what it said was retaliation for Israel’s assassination of Larijani, Iranian state television reported earlier.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/18/melbourne-based-victorian-institute-of-technology-joins-gandaki-province-cricket-association-as-title-sponsorVIT is home to a diverse international student community, including more than 600 students from various regions of Nepal currently enrolled.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/18/nepal-germany-break-ground-on-lekhnath-damauli-220-kv-transmission-lineKfW-backed project aims to boost grid capacity, support hydropower evacuation and strengthen energy securityhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/helicopter-crashes-during-landing-in-khotang-one-injured-pilot-safe Preliminary cause suspected to be strong winds or dusthttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/china-says-to-provide-humanitarian-assistance-to-iran-mideast-nationsBeijing is a close partner of Iran and has urged the United States and Israel to cease their attacks on the country, while also criticizing Tehran's strikes against Gulf states housing US military bases.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/israeli-strikes-in-central-beirut-kill-six-people-lebanese-authorities-sayNo warning was issued ahead of the strikes in Zuqaq al-Blat and Basta, ‌in ⁠which the Lebanese health ministry said six people were killed and 24 wounded. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/18/police-trail-army-by-180-runs-in-jay-trophy-finalPolice did not have a good start with the bat. Before the umpires called for Stumps on Day 1, Police had lost three wickets while managing 41 runs in 11 overs. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/18/departmental-clubs-face-stiff-challange-at-martyr-s-memorial-women-s-leagueThe top-tier women’s club competition kicks off with two matches—NRT vs Sankata and Army vs Jhapa—at Chyasal Stadium today. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/18/poshilo-takes-traditional-sattu-global-with-modern-brandingYoung entrepreneur turns traditional Nepali staple into export-ready health food, expanding from Pokhara to US and Indian markets.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/18/today-s-weather-march-18-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/18/everyday-ai-siddhartha-guvajuGuvaju is the communications and programmes associate at Body and Data, an organisation working to make digital spaces safer and more accessible for marginalised groups. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/man-held-on-charge-of-impregnating-underage-relativeThe victim, 13, is six weeks pregnant.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/18/love-and-violence-collide-in-bhardwaj-s-o-romeoShahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri anchor a passionate but uneven gangster romance set in Mumbai’s criminal underworld.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/rsp-holds-orientation-for-its-lawmakersTwo-day training covers policy, governance, conduct, and parliamentary procedures.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/london-talks-between-gurkhas-and-uk-discuss-veterans-demands19 British MPs ask their government to address the Nepal-sourced fighters’ longstanding concerns.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/bengal-tigers-move-to-mid-hills-sighted-in-palpa-aghakhanchiCamera traps confirm three Bengal tigers in the two hilly districts, beyond their usual range in the Tarai.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/most-nepalis-missed-annual-non-communicable-disease-screeningSnap elections and harsh winter disrupted nationwide checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, kidney function and BMI.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/lasikyap-sisaul-section-of-bheri-corridor-contract-awarded-to-armyPrivate contractors often abandoned work on the 25-km section due to the difficult topography and harsh work conditions.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/17/unsafe-country-for-girlsStrong laws are not enough. Only harsh punishment can prevent rape.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/will-balen-s-bell-ring-for-federalism-reformThe size of the federal government and the structure of provinces deserve particular attention.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/a-new-narrative-for-a-changing-nationThe ‘Brand New Nepal’ concept emphasises that national reputation influences economic opportunity.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/who-owns-the-gen-z-movementWhat happens to the movement once it enters the machinery of power through a singular force?https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/a-case-study-of-the-first-fdi-hydropower-project-in-nepalUpper Trishuli-1 shows dialogue and participation can turn consent into community collaboration.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/france-will-never-take-part-in-operations-to-unblock-hormuz-strait-amid-hostilities-says-macronTrump, speaking at a ​White House event on Monday, said he ​had spoken to Macron, giving him an '8 out ⁠of 10' score on his stance towards getting ​allies to unblock the Strait of Hormuz.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/no-immediate-plan-to-rebuild-bicc-six-months-after-fireThe BICC building housed the Constituent Assembly and parliament after 2008. Due to destruction during Gen Z protests, federal parliament secretariat decided to end the lease.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/cpc-congratulates-rsp-on-election-victory-pledges-deeper-tiesChinese Communist Party highlights Belt and Road cooperation and long-standing Nepal–China friendship in the message.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/afghanistan-says-pakistani-airstrike-killed-408-at-kabul-drug-rehab-centre-islamabad-rejects-chargePakistan rejected the statement as ‌false and misleading and said it had “precisely targeted military installations and terrorist support infrastructure” on Monday night.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/pm-karki-under-fire-for-recruiting-chief-personal-secretary-as-ntnc-chairDespite lacking a formal background in information technology, Shrestha was designated as an IT staff member during Karki’s tenure as chief justice.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/israel-says-iran-s-security-chief-larijani-is-killedThe Basij militia is ​a part-time paramilitary force under the control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that is ​often used to quell protests inside Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/17/nepse-rises-by-13-51-points-on-tuesdayTurnover reaches Rs12.03 billion as share prices of 132 companies advance.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/evolving-tensions-in-west-asia-affect-nepali-householdsEconomists warn consumer prices could go up by at least nine percent as essentials and services become costlier