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.comHong Kong nears end of search and rescue mission as tower fire toll rises to 94https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/28/hong-kong-nears-end-of-search-and-rescue-mission-as-tower-fire-toll-rises-to-94The city’s development bureau has discussed gradually replacing bamboo scaffolding, opens new tab with metal scaffolding as a safety measure.Today’s weather: November 28, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/11/28/today-s-weather-november-28-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Across passes and valleys on the Makalu-Barun trekhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/28/across-passes-and-valleys-on-the-makalu-barun-trekWhat began with a cancelled flight turned into an eleven-day trek marked by snowfall, Sherpa hospitality, and reminders of how unforgiving the mountains can be.Royals remain indomitable. Bolts, the defending champions, hit rock bottomhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/28/royals-remain-indomitable-bolts-the-defending-champions-hit-rock-bottomAfter guiding the unbeaten Sudurpaschim Royals past Lumbini Lions, Player of the Match Binod Bhandari took a sharp dig at the national team’s selection process. Good jobhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2025/11/28/good-jobThe Karki government’s initiative to rid universities of politics must be appreciated. New economics of AI traininghttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/11/28/new-economics-of-ai-trainingAs AI adoption accelerates across sectors, the inevitability of class actions is a strategic reality.Climate multilateralism in South Asiahttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/11/28/climate-multilateralism-in-south-asiaThe challenges we have faced in the past in forging regional institutions should not dissuade us.Nepal U19 progress to ACC Men’s Premier Cup semifinalhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/28/nepal-u19-progress-to-acc-men-s-premier-cup-semifinalChasing Saudi Arabia’s target of 219 runs, Nepal completed the chase in 30.4 overs thanks to a composed knock from opener Niraj Kumar Yadav (114 off 90) and in-at-three Nischal Kshetri (66 off 73).NEPSE this week https://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/28/nepse-this-week-1764294542Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.Over 7,000 weapons recovered, 9,000 prisoners return, says home ministerhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/28/over-7-000-weapons-recovered-9-000-prisoners-return-says-home-ministerAryal suspects that some of the weapons looted on September 9 might have been washed away by rivers.President authorises army mobilisation for upcoming electionshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/28/president-authorises-army-mobilisation-for-upcoming-electionsIntegrated security plan envisions mobilisation of around 325,000 personnel including temporary police.GAVI fund cuts threaten life-saving immunisation programme in Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/28/gavi-fund-cuts-threaten-life-saving-immunisation-programme-in-nepalOfficials say the funds for logistic support, training and others could be slashed by up to 70 percent. This could roll back many of the country’s health gains.Prime minister starts meeting party leaders separately to build trust for electionshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/28/prime-minister-starts-meeting-party-leaders-separately-to-build-trust-for-electionsUML leaders tell Karki that campaigning is difficult while their chief’s movement is restricted.RSP, Bibeksheel Sajha to merge. In talks with Ujyalo Nepal, othershttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/28/rsp-bibeksheel-sajha-to-merge-in-talks-with-ujyalo-nepal-othersElection Commission’s extended registration deadline gives room for coalition-building among new parties.Patterns of silencehttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/11/28/patterns-of-silenceThe 16 Days of Activism remind us that GBV recognises no borders.Dhaka to import 20MW more from Nepal, taking total to 60MWhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/27/dhaka-to-import-20mw-more-from-nepal-taking-total-to-60mwJoint meeting gives nod to set up expert panel to assess 683MW Sunkoshi III project and fast-track investment procedures.Police foil child marriage in Bara. Chinese groom, two others detainedhttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2025/11/27/police-foil-child-marriage-in-bara-chinese-groom-two-others-detainedThree such marriages have occurred in the village within the past year, according to officials. Locals allege brokers lure women with financial incentives.Health services in Achham local unit hit following federal order to end contract appointmentshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/27/health-services-in-achham-local-unit-hit-following-federal-order-to-end-contract-appointmentsOfficials warn several schools may close if contract teachers are removed and say they are working on solutions to prevent disruption.Pokhara stun defending champions Janakpur for first winhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/27/pokhara-stun-defending-champions-janakpur-for-first-winAvengers defend 155 with disciplined bowling to hand Bolts their third straight defeat in the NPL.General sworn in as Guinea-Bissau transitional president, army statement sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/27/general-sworn-in-as-guinea-bissau-transitional-president-army-statement-saysGuinea-Bissau is a small coastal nation situated between Senegal and Guinea that is a notorious transit point for cocaine bound for Europe.Trump urged Japan’s Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources sayhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/27/trump-urged-japan-s-takaichi-not-to-aggravate-china-dispute-sources-sayIn Tuesday’s telephone call with Takaichi, Trump said he did not want to see further escalation, said the two Japanese government sources.Pokhara set 155-run target as middle order rescues inningshttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/27/pokhara-set-155-run-target-as-middle-order-rescues-inningsAvengers recover from wobble to post competitive total against Janakpur in Thursday’s NPL fixture.Hundreds still missing in deadly Hong Kong fire, police cite ‘grossly negligent’ firmhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/27/hundreds-still-missing-in-deadly-hong-kong-fire-police-cite-grossly-negligent-firmChina’s President Xi Jinping urged an “all-out effort” to extinguish the fire and minimise casualties and losses, state broadcaster CCTV said.Nepse continues upward run for fifth dayhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/27/nepse-continues-upward-run-for-fifth-dayBenchmark gains 10.43 points to reach 2,676 as weekly surge hits 116 points.High Court orders release of former speaker Mahara on Rs2 million bailhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/27/high-court-orders-release-of-former-speaker-mahara-on-rs2-million-bailPatan High Court overturns district court decision to remand Mahara in custody in gold smuggling case.Sudurpaschim Royals cruise to fourth straight win with eight-wicket victory over Lumbinihttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/27/sudurpaschim-royals-cruise-to-fourth-straight-win-with-eight-wicket-victory-over-lumbiniBhandari’s unbeaten 69 anchors a clinical chase after Lumbini’s 144-run totalTikTok rolls out new tools for transparency around AI-generated contenthttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/27/tiktok-rolls-out-new-tools-for-transparency-around-ai-generated-contentPlatform introduces user controls, enhanced labelling, and a global literacy fund to strengthen safe and informed engagement with AI.Lumbini Lions set 144-run target against Sudurpaschim Royalshttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/27/lumbini-lions-set-144-run-target-against-sudurpaschim-royalsPaudel’s 35 and Nath’s 31 lift Lumbini early, but Sudurpaschim bowlers pull the innings back with a flurry of wicketsHong Kong inferno puts spotlight on risky bamboo scaffoldinghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/27/hong-kong-inferno-puts-spotlight-on-risky-bamboo-scaffoldingThe Association for the Rights of Industrial Accident Victims in Hong Kong said in a Facebook post that there had been at least two other fires involving bamboo scaffolding this year.NPL franchises await international stars as group stage heats uphttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/27/npl-franchises-await-international-stars-as-group-stage-heats-upPlayers still in UAE T10 and IL T20 leagues may miss early matches, leaving teams in challenging positions.580 people arrested, 278 cases have been registered in connection with Gen Z protestshttps://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2025/11/27/580-people-arrested-278-cases-have-been-registered-in-connection-with-gen-z-protestsBased on the current situation, more than 132,000 temporary police personnel will be required for election security.Two rogue male elephants fuel rising conflict in Kanchanpurhttps://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2025/11/27/two-rogue-male-elephants-fuel-rising-conflict-in-kanchanpurAggressive males separated from their herds linked to fatal attack and repeated incursions into settlementsFrance’s highest court upholds Sarkozy conviction in 2012 campaign financing casehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/27/france-s-highest-court-upholds-sarkozy-conviction-in-2012-campaign-financing-caseSarkozy, who served one term as president from 2007 to 2012, was convicted in 2021 and again in 2024 for illegal campaign financing related to the election.Hong Kong police arrest three as apartment fire death toll rises to 44, hundreds missinghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/27/hong-kong-police-arrest-three-as-apartment-fire-death-toll-rises-to-44-hundreds-missingBy early Thursday morning, authorities said they had brought the fire four in blocks under control, with operations continuing in three blocks after more than 15 hours.Nepali women should embrace their ‘Unsanskari’ selveshttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/27/nepali-women-should-embrace-their-unsanskari-selvesWriter and filmmaker Nirvana Bhandary discusses her debut book ‘Unsanskari: A Feminist Life’, and the importance of unlearning patriarchal norms.Biratnagar Kings’ unbeaten run comes to an endhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/27/biratnagar-kings-unbeaten-run-comes-to-an-endChitwan Rhinos hand the Kings, who were on a three-match winning streak, their first loss of the season with experienced Bopara leading with the bat and youngster Ranjit Kumar taking the helm with the ball.Janakpur Bolts take initiative to honour sacrifices of mothershttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/27/janakpur-bolts-take-initiative-to-honour-sacrifices-of-mothersBolts announce that the specialised match-worn kits from Thursday’s game will be auctioned to support the mothers who lost their children during the Gen Z uprising in September.Indonesia bounce back against Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2025/11/27/indonesia-bounce-back-against-nepalVivi Oktavia Riski made a blunder when she tried clearing the header by Bimala BK off an Anita Basnet corner.Investment models for Budhigandaki, Upper Arun hydel projects approvedhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/27/investment-models-for-budhigandaki-upper-arun-hydel-projects-approvedEnergy Minister Ghising says it is now essential to finalise the investment modality and move towards construction.After failing to find a meeting point, crucial Congress meeting deferredhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/11/27/after-failing-to-find-a-meeting-point-crucial-congress-meeting-deferredFactions led by the party chief and the general secretary duo say party unity will be on the brink if a general convention is not held the way they want.