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/2026/03/23/conflict-victims-ask-new-government-to-ensure-credible-transitional-justiceOn the International Day for the Right to the Truth, they called for transparent, victim-centred commissions and comprehensive reparation programmes.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/23/rsp-calls-central-committee-meeting-to-discuss-parliamentary-party-leadershipThe RSP is expected to formally elect senior leader Balendra Shah as the leader of its parliamentary party. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/rsp-working-on-mp-recall-rules-but-it-s-not-easy-for-fptp-seatsParty may replace MPs who fail to perform or go against party interests.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-is-nowhere-close-to-ending-tuberculosisAt least 44 people die, and 184 people get infected with TB daily. Authorities are unaware of the whereabouts of 2,000 patients with drug-resistant TB.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/lapchi-residents-use-nail-studded-planks-on-doors-to-ward-off-bearsHimalayan bears break into lonely homes to feast on stored grains as villagers descend to Lumnang during winter.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/nepse-surges-5-01-pointsIndex continues to post gains for fourth consecutive day with turnover decline on Monday; analysts warn of potential correction. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/trump-puts-off-threat-to-bomb-iran-power-stations-talks-about-total-resolution-of-hostilitiesIn his message, written entirely in capital letters, the US President said ​he had instructed the defence department to postpone the strikes pending the outcome of current talks.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/sandakpur-to-host-third-red-panda-festival-to-boost-eco-tourismFour-day event in Ilam aims to promote conservation, trekking and cross-border tourism.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/recommendation-to-appoint-aryal-to-national-assembly-under-consideration-says-president-s-officePress adviser to the President dismisses claims of delay over alleged nomination dispute, cites constitutional process and pending court petition.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/elderly-woman-dies-of-electrocutionThe body has been handed over to her son, Jokhan Chaudhary, for final rites.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/air-canada-express-jet-hits-ground-vehicle-closing-new-york-s-laguardia-airportThe CRJ-900 plane, which was coming from ​Montreal, struck the vehicle at a speed of about 24 miles per hour.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/gold-price-falls-by-rs6-500-per-tolaInternational bullion weakens further as stronger dollar, rate outlook shifts and profit-taking pressure weigh on precious metals.https://kathmandupost.com/climate-environment/2026/03/23/un-weather-agency-confirms-hottest-decade-on-recordGlacier mass loss at key sites was among the five worst on record, the report said, with exceptional declines reported in Iceland and North America.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/23/locals-demand-entry-ban-at-tinau-dam-after-repeated-drownings Calls grow for stricter restrictions as two Indian teenagers go missing, with fatalities continuing despite repeated warnings.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-charges-32-in-fake-rescue-scam Fake helicopter rescues and inflated hospital bills used to claim insurance payouts, investigators say.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/north-korea-s-kim-jong-un-reappointed-as-president-of-state-affairsIn recent years, Kim has abandoned Pyongyang’s long-standing goal of peaceful ⁠reunification and redefined the South as a hostile state.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/iran-threatens-to-retaliate-against-gulf-energy-and-water-after-trump-ultimatumThe prospect of tit-for-tat strikes on civilian infrastructure further unsettled oil markets, with prices opening choppy in early Asia trading.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/23/today-s-weather-march-23-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/23/a-colourful-approach-to-public-educationProject Rangichangi is transforming government schools with murals, creating joyful spaces for learning while empowering young artists.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/23/durga-kharel-to-perform-songs-of-the-past-at-this-month-s-paletiKharel brings Darjeeling’s musical memoir to life this weekend, performing songs that shaped his journey.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/23/adhyayan-school-concludes-hack-thon-2-0A total of 53 teams from 40 schools across Nepal, including both private and government institutions, participated in the multi-phase hackathon.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/rupee-hits-record-low-at-rs150-24-per-dollar-amid-global-turmoilPeg to weakening Indian currency and strong US dollar raise inflation risks, threaten remittances and imports.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/23/je-vaccination-to-continue-in-nawalparasi-east-until-tuesdayOver 70 percent of people over 35 years in the district have been inoculated in ten days.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-built-a-digital-identity-app-so-why-do-government-offices-still-want-the-paperThe Nagarik App can verify identity in real time, but outdated laws and institutional inertia still force citizens to carry physical documents.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/23/starting-anew-on-lipulekh-1774225426This will be a challenge for the new RSP government. It will also be a chance to show its diplomatic nous. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/23/rsp-s-economic-blueprint-1774225304It should prioritise the use of public money for reasonable purposes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/leaking-roofs-and-dry-taps-make-life-miserable-for-chepangsIn a village at the foot of Kaminchuli, one of Chitwan’s highest peaks, at least six households face a severe drinking water crisis as soon as winter sets in.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/22/congress-rejects-party-chief-thapa-s-resignationDissident Deuba faction asserts itself, plans to propose its own candidate for parliamentary party leader.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/trump-s-aggressive-and-extreme-war-languageSince the beginning of the war with Iran, Trump’s rhetoric has become even more combative and outrageous.https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/03/22/the-youth-must-occupy-spaces-that-actually-dictate-policyThe future of the Nepali Congress depends on its ability to evolve while staying rooted in its values https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/22/dharan-deploys-city-police-to-protect-drinking-water-catchmentMunicipal officials keep a 12-hour daily watch in Sardu and Nishane areas to prevent pollution and encroachment in key water sources.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/iran-says-hormuz-open-to-all-but-enemy-linked-shipsThe threat of Iranian attacks during ​the US-Israeli war on Iran has kept most ships from getting through the narrow strait.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/immigration-eases-rules-for-solo-trekkers-in-restricted-areasNew guidelines allow individual travellers to obtain permits for regulated zones, provided they are accompanied by a guide and registered through an agency.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/patriot-missile-involved-in-bahrain-blast-likely-us-operated-analysis-finds-1774179155The use of costly, advanced weaponry to defend against attacks by far cheaper drones has been a defining feature of the war.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/two-indian-tourists-missing-after-drowning-in-tinau-riverThe identities of the missing individuals have yet to be disclosed.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/22/how-to-return-from-the-gulf-here-are-the-available-routesThe disruption of regular flight routes has made travel between Nepal and Gulf nations increasingly difficult.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/third-corruption-case-filed-over-china-funded-pokhara-airport-21-chargedFormer civil aviation bosses, Chinese officials and others accused of embezzling Rs461.5 million through contract manipulation.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/nepse-rises-by-54-51-points-on-sundayTurnover reaches Rs23.59 billion as most sectoral indices advance.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/four-years-after-deadly-china-eastern-plane-crash-investigators-offer-no-answersGlobal aviation guidelines call for an ​initial report within 30 days of an accident and a final one ideally within a ⁠year so the industry can learn lessons from what went wrong and work to improve safety.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/22/kapilvastu-remains-under-prohibitory-order-as-calm-returns-slowlyAuthorities say normalcy is gradually returning in Maharajganj after a community dispute triggered violence and left 23 injured, but restrictions remain in force as talks continue.