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.comTransitional justice panels stuck in red tape now cite March polls for delayhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/transitional-justice-panels-stuck-in-red-tape-now-cite-march-polls-for-delayCommissions are unable to start probes as regulations await approval and staff are lacking.12 Tharu villages work in tandem to keep 20-km irrigation canal flowinghttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/12-tharu-villages-work-in-tandem-to-keep-20-km-irrigation-canal-flowingGenerations of farmers in Bhajani, Kailali rely on voluntary labour to repair and dredge the canal that sustains their agriculture.Kailali is turning waste into wealthhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/kailali-is-turning-waste-into-wealthThe far-western district has shown how solid waste and faecal sludge can be processed into compost and help ease fertiliser shortages.Valley local units unaware of federal mental health campaignhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/valley-local-units-unaware-of-federal-mental-health-campaignSeveral local units say they have received no notice for the three-month awareness drive. Add running campaigns are impossible without a budget.CIAA files graft case against former lawmaker and Gokarneshwar mayor Santosh Chalisehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/ciaa-files-graft-case-against-former-lawmaker-gokarneshwar-santosh-chaliseAnti-graft body seeks recovery of Rs36.84 million, on charges of accumulating illegal properties during 2017–2022 tenure as mayor.Man arrested on charge of killing wife in Sankhuwasabhahttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/man-arrested-on-charge-of-killing-wife-in-sankhuwasabhaPolice say the suspect confessed to assaulting his wife to death and burying her body in a cardamom field.Ten killed in Hanukkah shooting at Australia’s Bondi Beachhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/14/ten-killed-in-hanukkah-shooting-at-australia-s-bondi-beachAustralia has experienced a string of antisemitic attacks on synagogues, buildings and cars since the beginning of Israel's war in Gaza in October 2023.Brown University shooting leaves 2 dead, 9 injured as police search for killerhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/14/brown-university-shooting-leaves-2-dead-9-injured-as-police-search-for-killerThe Providence university remained in lockdown hours after a suspect with a firearm entered a building where students were taking exams.Nepse falls by double digits as turnover tops Rs4 billionhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/14/nepse-falls-by-double-digits-as-turnover-tops-rs4-billionThe benchmark slides 12.50 points to 2,594.87, with most stocks ending lower on Sunday. UML amends statute again ahead of closed-door sessionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/uml-amends-statute-again-ahead-of-closed-door-sessionOffice-bearer positions increased to 19.Thailand declares curfew along coast as Cambodia border fighting spreadshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/14/thailand-declares-curfew-along-coast-as-cambodia-border-fighting-spreadsThailand and Cambodia have exchanged heavy-weapons fire at multiple points along their 817-kilometre border since Monday.Nagdhunga–Malekhu road to close for five hours dailyhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/nagdhunga-malekhu-road-to-close-for-five-hours-dailyTraffic will be disturbed until Tuesday as narrow stretches and heavy machinery require temporary stoppages; commuters are advised to use alternative routes.Locals block BP Highway after bus-hit kills pedestrianhttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2025/12/14/locals-block-bp-highway-after-bus-hit-kills-pedestrianAuthorities negotiate with victim’s family and transport operators to reopen highway.UML closed-door session begins todayhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/uml-closed-door-session-opens-todayParty chief KP Sharma Oli to present political report at 11th general convention at Bhrikutimandap before election process begins.Police detain organiser of Messi visit after Indian fans rip up seatshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/14/police-detain-organiser-of-messi-visit-after-indian-fans-rip-up-seatsMessi was scheduled for a 45-minute visit to the stadium, but his appearance lasted just 20 minutes.Campaign launched to make revered Devghat ‘plastic-free’https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/14/campaign-launched-to-make-revered-devghat-plastic-freeThe religious site has struggled with unmanaged plastic waste, especially during peak pilgrimage seasons.Suspect at large in Brown University shooting that killed 2, injured 8https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/14/suspect-at-large-in-brown-university-shooting-that-killed-2-injured-8Brown is on College Hill in Providence, Rhode Island’s state capital. The university has hundreds of buildings, including lecture halls, laboratories and dormitories.Today’s weather: December 14, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/12/14/today-s-weather-december-14-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.The shift to e-governancehttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/14/the-shift-to-e-governanceE-governance plays a vital role in nurturing and strengthening democratic foundations.Nepal’s trademark challengeshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/14/nepal-s-trademark-challengesThe multi-layered challenges in trademark issues require multi-layered solutions.Cricket match and Gen Z marchhttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/14/cricket-match-and-gen-z-marchWhile we demand a radical change, we also secretly want to progress a step at a time.Time in her Kathmandu residencehttps://kathmandupost.com/fiction-park/2025/12/14/time-in-her-kathmandu-residenceShe had spent her life seeking answers, only to find more questions. Yet in the silence of those moments, she found a strange kind of peace.Gen Z movement lifts youth presence in UML convention. But their prospect for top positions remains dim https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/14/gen-z-movement-lifts-youth-presence-in-uml-convention-but-their-prospect-for-top-positions-remains-dimA clause in the UML statute bars fresh faces from even contesting an office bearer position.Lumbini Lions upset Sudurpaschim Royals to lift NPL trophyhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/14/lumbini-lions-upset-sudurpaschim-royals-to-lift-npl-trophyA stunning bowling and lightning-fast chase see the Lions erase memories of inaugural season, leaving the Royals heartbroken for second straight year.Oli breathes fire as UML opens its general conventionhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/14/oli-breaths-fire-as-uml-opens-its-general-conventionChief says ‘colour revolution sought to weaken Nepal’s sovereignty, my party’.Belarus frees Nobel winner Bialiatski, opposition figure Kalesnikava as US eases sanctionshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/13/belarus-frees-nobel-winner-bialiatski-opposition-figure-kalesnikava-as-us-eases-sanctionsIn return, the United States agreed to lift sanctions on Belarusian potash.Zonta Club Kathmandu conducts cybersecurity awareness programmeshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/13/zonta-club-kathmandu-conducts-cybersecurity-awareness-programmesCampaign held in partnership with police, lawyers and local government during UNITE initiative.Farmers in Kailali struggle to sell paddyhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/13/farmers-in-kailali-struggle-to-sell-paddyIn Nepal’s farwest, most farmers have not been able to sell their paddy at a fair price despite the government announcing the minimum support price.Young Rhinos begin Asia Cup campaign with an eight-wicket defeat to Sri Lankahttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/13/young-rhinos-begin-asia-cup-campaign-with-an-eight-wicket-defeat-to-sri-lankaNepal still have two more games to play in the group—against Bangladesh on Monday and Afghanistan on Wednesday.‘Peace is not far away’ says Erdogan, returning from Putin meetinghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/13/peace-is-not-far-away-says-erdogan-returning-from-putin-meetingErdogan had told Putin on Friday that a limited ceasefire in the war, focused on energy facilities and ports in particular, could be beneficial.Lumbini Lions crowned NPL champions with commanding final winhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/13/lumbini-lions-crowned-npl-champions-with-commanding-final-winLumbini clinch their first Nepal Premier League title sealing a six-wicket victory over Sudurpaschim.Oli terms government-Gen Z deal ‘bogus’https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/13/oli-terms-government-gen-z-deal-a-bogusUML chief KP Oli reiterated that dissolution of the House was unconstitutional and vowed to ensure its restoration.Rohit’s hat-trick rips through Sudurpaschim as Lumbini bowlers dominate NPL finalhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/13/rohit-s-hat-trick-rips-through-sudurpaschim-as-lumbini-bowlers-dominate-npl-finalCaptain Rohit Paudel claims a hat-trick as Sudurpaschim Royals are bundled out for just 85 in the title clash at Kirtipur.Indian ambassador falls ill during hike in Kathmanduhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/13/indian-ambassador-falls-ill-during-hike-in-kathmanduHe was immediately airlifted in an army chopper and admitted to a Kathmandu-based hospital.Sudurpaschim opt to bat first against Lumbini in NPL finalhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/13/sudurpaschim-opt-to-bat-first-against-lumbini-in-npl-finalCaptain Dipendra Singh Airee wins the toss as both teams make one overseas change for the title clash.Spain urges EU not to weaken 2035 combustion engine ban, letter showshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/13/spain-urges-eu-not-to-weaken-2035-combustion-engine-ban-letter-showsThe planned ban is a key part of the EU’s strategy to drive the continent’s decarbonisation and boost the development of electric vehicles.UML’s 11th general convention kicks off in Bhaktapurhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/13/uml-s-11th-general-convention-kicks-off-in-bhaktapurParty chair KP Sharma Oli inaugurates the convention hoisting the party flag amid tight security arrangements.Royals, Lions set up NPL final as records tumblehttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/13/royals-lions-set-up-npl-final-as-records-tumbleBinod Bhandari and Rohit Paudel chase top run-scorer honours; Abinash Bohara and Sher Malla eye wicket record.Thailand vows to keep fighting Cambodia, despite Trump’s ceasefire claimhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/13/thailand-vows-to-keep-fighting-cambodia-despite-trump-s-ceasefire-claimThe White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the continued fighting.The week in five photoshttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2025/12/13/the-week-in-five-photosHere are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.