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/world/2026/09/21/houthis-push-for-control-of-yemen-highlands-as-trump-reported-to-have-called-off-airstrikesWashington has so far rebuffed repeated pleas from Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to join the fight in Yemen. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/21/married-at-14-a-young-mother-in-nepal-now-has-nowhere-to-goNaina left school and eloped at 14. Now a mother of two daughters, she faces pressure to divorce, abuse at home and a family that has stopped speaking to her.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/21/textile-factory-fire-in-southern-chinese-city-of-foshan-kills-eightA ​social media video verified by Reuters showed thick plumes of ​smoke rising from the ​building; a slightly taller building nearby seemed unaffected.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/21/government-says-ending-mandatory-tender-notices-in-private-media-does-not-curb-press-freedom It tells the Supreme Court that publishing bids through government media avoids duplication, while petitioners argue the change infringes constitutional rights.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/21/bus-driver-set-vehicle-on-fire-after-passengers-got-off-police-sayPolice say the 23-year-old driver did not flee after the fire started and suffered burns to more than 90 percent of his body. His motive remains unclear.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/09/21/nepali-documentary-wins-award-at-film-festival-in-italyAvash Rijal’s ‘The Witness of Yara’ explores the environmental, cultural and social effects of climate change in Nepal’s Himalayas.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/09/21/why-was-nepal-s-stock-market-shut-on-mondayA ransomware attack at a data centre serving 72 brokers has disrupted trading, leaving investors concerned about the market’s resilience and the security of their data.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/09/21/bus-driver-sets-fire-to-vehicle-in-kathmandu-police-sayThe driver suffered burns to more than 90 percent of his body and is in critical condition, doctors said.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/21/xi-rolls-into-trump-summit-with-china-s-trade-engine-roaringXi heads into his September 24 meeting with Trump from a position of economic strength, as China’s exports surge and Washington faces pressure to secure an extension of their fragile trade truce.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/09/21/nepse-closed-after-data-centre-outage-disrupts-tradingA technical failure at the data centre hosting servers used by 72 stockbrokers has forced the Nepal Stock Exchange to suspend Monday’s trading session.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/21/police-probe-anfa-officials-over-alleged-match-fixing-and-financial-irregularitiesTreasurer Rabindra Joshi and accounts officer Sanjiv Pandey have been arrested as investigators examine home-and-away qualifiers played entirely in Bahrain, kit purchases and World Cup ticket sales.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/21/what-you-should-know-about-the-article-and-the-platform-arguing-washington-groomed-nepal-s-new-rulers A US-based website says Prime Minister Balendra Shah and RSP chair Rabi Lamichhane were “cultivated” by an American program. But the document it cites was published in India in March and names leaders from across political parties.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/21/swarnim-wagle-calls-for-a-reset-in-nepal-india-ties-says-era-of-anti-india-nationalism-is-over In an interview with The Hindu, the finance minister says Kathmandu wants to focus on trade, connectivity, energy, and reconstruction while constructively addressing contentious issues such as the boundary dispute.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/09/21/money-is-cheap-in-nepal-businesses-still-aren-t-investingBanks are flush with lendable funds and interest rates are low, yet businesses remain reluctant to borrow and invest, reflecting weak confidence in the economy. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/21/afd-leads-as-merz-rues-disaster-in-worst-state-election-result-in-postwar-germanyThe AfD’s strong showing in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and gains in Berlin deepen pressure on Merz as his coalition faces voter anger over economic reforms and rising living costs.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/09/21/nepal-wants-high-paying-careers-its-humanities-classrooms-are-paying-the-priceStudent numbers in subjects like Sociology, Psychology and Mass Communication have fallen sharply as science and management gain ground.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/09/21/indian-comedian-sharon-verma-to-make-her-nepal-debut‘Sharon Verma Live’ is happening on September 27 at the Nepal Academy Hall in Kamaladi, Kathmandu.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/09/21/at-kausi-theatre-an-absurd-twist-to-a-crime-thrillerIn ‘A Killer View’, a photographer confined to his room becomes convinced his neighbour has committed murder.https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/09/21/minister-geeta-chaudhary-on-the-jeetpur-simara-case-the-government-s-response-and-what-she-believes-needs-to-changeA cabinet minister’s unvarnished look at why out-of-court settlements and a lack of economic rights continue to fuel Nepal’s cycle of violence.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/09/21/address-trade-disruption-ahead-of-major-festivalsResuming trade operations through Tatopani would greatly help traders facing heavy financial losses and consumers already weighed down by inflation. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/09/21/welcome-to-a-terrifying-new-climate-eraThe Bhotekoshi crisis must be recognised as a clear signal that we have entered a new era in our rapidly warming world. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/09/21/congress-completes-conventions-in-over-6-000-wards-in-73-districtsThe first stage of the 15th general convention has brought thousands of women, youth and Dalits into local party structures. The party’s rival faction led by former chief Deuba is preparing for a parallel convention.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/09/21/what-fuels-the-leadership-dispute-in-umlCalls for organisational and generational change expose a deeper divide over KP Sharma Oli’s leadership, with senior figures who once backed him now pushing for a rethink.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/09/21/children-in-madhesh-are-falling-victim-to-abduction-sexual-violence-and-killingsRecent cases in Dhanusha, Saptari and Bara have raised fresh concerns about gaps in child protection. Police and rights advocates call for stronger safeguards at home and in communities.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/09/20/nepal-airlines-reforms-never-took-off-it-continues-to-bleedThe grounding of both aircraft has disrupted international services, left passengers stranded and put further strain on the cash-strapped national carrier.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/20/karate-s-near-misses-dent-nepal-s-medal-hopes-at-asian-gamesErika Gurung and two other karatekas reached the semifinals but failed to secure a medal on a frustrating day in Nagoya.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/09/20/nepal-lost-rs10-billion-in-india-s-import-squeeze-new-delhi-seeks-investigation-before-easing-curbsIndia has also asked Nepal to facilitate market access for its agricultural and dairy products, which face restrictions in Nepal.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/09/20/ck-raut-re-elected-unopposed-as-janamat-party-chairRaut is the sole candidate for the top post at the party’s second general convention, which will elect 100 other central committee members through a direct vote.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/20/diana-s-brother-compares-media-treatment-of-harry-meghan-to-late-princess-ordealHarry, Diana’s youngest son, and Meghan, cited the impact of what they called ​a toxic media on their lives before they quit royal duties and moved to the United States ‌in 2020.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/20/tribhuvan-university-to-hold-graduations-in-all-seven-provincesStudents will be able to choose a graduation centre closer to home, ending the requirement for graduates from across Nepal to travel to Kathmandu.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/20/world-leaders-return-to-un-amid-wars-in-middle-east-and-ukraineLeaders confront wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, rising AI risks and a deepening crisis of confidence and funding at the 80-year-old world body.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/20/political-analyst-bharat-dahal-detained-in-morangDahal was taken to Kathmandu on a warrant issued in the Capital, police say.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/09/20/ev-microbus-catches-fire-in-bardiya-no-casualties-reportedThe vehicle was travelling from Kohalpur to Kailali when it caught fire on Sunday morning.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/09/20/heavy-rain-threat-looms-from-thursdayWeather systems developing over the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal could bring prolonged downpours across Nepal from September 24-28. The heaviest rainfall is expected in western and central areas.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/20/udayapur-hospital-gets-services-moving-againAfter years of unreliable service, the hospital is getting key units back up and running as it tackles staffing and financial problems. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/20/nepal-s-sanu-maya-thing-knocked-out-in-asian-games-karate Wushu player Vijay Singhjali also exits in the opening round.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/20/flames-smoke-seen-near-riyadh-airport-houthis-claim-attacks-on-saudi-capitalThe reported strike came amid a surge in Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, with Riyadh warning residents of possible aerial threats and Saudi air defences intercepting a missile.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/09/20/ed-sheeran-says-he-made-mistakes-amid-macklemore-controversyThe singer says the dispute over free speech and Palestine has drawn him into a complex political debate he never wanted to join.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/09/20/fiction-the-making-of-a-revolutionAs a movement grows after a deadly crackdown, anger, ambition and political opportunism push Deshbhumi towards chaos.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/09/20/lumbini-lions-to-face-sudurpaschim-royals-in-npl-openerReigning champions Lumbini kick off their title defence at Kirtipur, leading a 27-day fixture list that features 21 league matches and four playoff games.