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/2026/05/09/ukrainians-welcome-respite-from-russian-attacks-moscow-says-peace-still-far-offUkraine’s air force said some drones had been detected along the more than 1,000 km (600-mile) front line across ​southeastern Ukraine in the morning.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/09/worldlink-denies-meta-investment-claim-as-hype-outpaces-reality-in-nepal-s-data-centre-rushRecent reports claiming the Silicon Valley giant would invest Rs 5 billion in a local data centre have no basis, the named Nepali partner says.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/09/green-happy-to-play-second-fiddle-as-allen-brings-up-maiden-ipl-tonPlaying his first IPL season, Allen delivered a blistering ‌knock, featuring 10 sixes and five fours and marking a sharp turnaround after a difficult start to the campaign.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/09/a-single-coffee-sapling-transforms-farming-prospects-in-dolakha-villageFarmers, cooperatives and the local government in Kattike of Bhimeshwar Municipality-5 have joined hands to plant 1,700 saplings and expand commercial coffee farming.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/09/mobile-recharge-validity-rules-hit-low-income-customers-hardestCritics say telecom operators’ recharge policies are disproportionately affecting low-income and elderly users.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/09/us-iran-no-closer-to-ending-war-as-gulf-clashes-flareWashington has been awaiting Tehran’s response to a US proposal that would formally end the war before talks on more contentious issues, including Iran’s nuclear program. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/09/indian-foreign-secretary-vikram-misri-s-kathmandu-visit-postponed-1778302871PM Shah’s refusal to meet the Indian foreign secretary and the recent Nepal-India dispute over India and China resuming the Mansarovar Yatra through the disputed tri-junction reportedly led to the deferral.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/09/nepali-artist-to-exhibit-chhyaki-at-venice-biennale-collateral-exhibitionVisual artist and photographer Jyoti Shrestha says the lack of government support has made her international journey more difficult.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/09/nepse-posts-modest-gain-despite-weak-market-activityAnalysts say selling pressure is easing as investors await budget announcement and search for entry opportunities.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/05/09/the-week-in-three-photos-1778297800Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/09/phosphenes-wants-you-to-slow-down-and-sleep-on-the-grassThe independent Nepali band discusses its new album, multilingual songwriting, existential themes and the challenges of reaching an international audience.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/09/where-ordinary-life-becomes-artIn ‘Colours of Nepal’, artist Deepak Auji transforms landscapes and daily scenes into delicate watercolour studies of Nepal.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/09/when-belonging-feels-just-out-of-reachThrough stories of migration, Manjushree Thapa explores the ache of searching for home across cultures and borders.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/09/events-may-9-to-may-15-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/09/no-interviews-no-certainty-nepal-women-s-saff-camp-begins-under-cloud-of-politicsAfter missing the FIFA Series due to administrative conflict, the national squad prepares for the SAFF Championship while political tensions threaten participation with risks of suspension from FIFA. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/09/proposed-standards-set-tough-penalty-for-ice-cream-adulterationDraft sent to WTO for notification; rules set composition, safety and labelling as consumption rises.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/09/nepse-this-week-1778291808Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/09/nepal-relieves-honorary-consuls-in-15-foreign-citiesThey were serving in the US, Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Israel and several European locations.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/09/politicians-ex-justices-note-breach-of-seniority-in-chief-justice-pickThe recommendation of Manoj Kumar Sharma as chief justice has broken the seniority norm, raising questions over the Constitutional Council’s decision.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/08/customs-eases-import-process-at-bhairahawa-border-over-mrp-ruleImporters can now clear goods after submitting written self-declarations stating they will affix labels with MRP, brand and expiry details before market distribution.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/indecent-behaviour-indecent-justice-how-police-misuse-the-law-to-arbitrarily-detain-citizensRecords show police routinely use the ‘indecent behaviour’ law to arrest individuals, often without evidence or access to legal counsel, leaving many to spend weeks in custody.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/08/everest-season-sees-historic-permit-surge-testing-nepal-s-crowd-control-plansNepal has issued 492 Everest permits and collected record royalty revenue, but delayed route fixing and a narrow weather window raise fears of overcrowding and safety risks on the world’s tallest peak.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/supreme-court-orders-government-not-to-evict-or-displace-squatters-without-due-processA division bench of justices Kumar Regmi and Nityananda Pandey issued the order on Friday in response to the writ petition filed on April 24.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/05/08/nepal-on-alert-after-cruise-ship-hantavirus-outbreakThe UN health body said that the hantavirus cluster is linked to the same vessel, which had passengers and crew from around 23 countries, including Indians.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/monkey-attacks-drive-udayapur-farmers-out-of-villagesDespite repeated discussions by local governments, an effective solution for monkey control has yet to be found.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/first-ever-snow-leopard-census-begins-in-dhorpatan-hunting-reserveFifty-six sensor-based camera traps have been installed across cliffs and trails to track the movement of snow leopards.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/08/trump-s-china-visit-adds-sparkle-to-july-4-celebrations-for-fireworks-makerFactories usually ship orders in April for July 4 events, but many went on hold last year, after US tariffs spiked 145 percentage points following Trump’s “Liberation Day” levies.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/climate-change-poses-growing-threats-to-migratory-birds-in-nepalConservationists say habitat loss, wetland encroachment, pollution and shifting weather patterns are disrupting migration, feeding and breeding cycles of birds across the country.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/indian-foreign-secretary-vikram-misri-s-kathmandu-visit-postponed PM Shah’s refusal to meet the Indian foreign secretary and the recent Nepal-India dispute over India and China resuming the Mansarovar Yatra through the disputed tri-junction reportedly led to the deferral.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/05/08/jacaranda-bloom-paints-kathmandu-purpleThe brief spring spectacle has drawn crowds across the Capital, offering a vivid reminder of the value of urban greenery amid rising pollution and rapid urbanisation.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/08/countries-track-passengers-of-virus-hit-cruise-shipHealth authorities across Europe, North America and Asia launch contact tracing and monitoring after three deaths linked to rare hantavirus outbreak aboard Antarctic cruise ship.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/05/08/achham-palace-rebuilt-after-maoist-attack-remains-unused-14-months-after-inaugurationOnce the centre of government authority, the reconstructed Achham Durbar now stands empty amid delays, political disputes and uncertainty over its future.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/05/08/hetauda-completes-new-cricket-ground-eyes-national-tournamentsBagmati Province plans national tournament and further stadium expansion after completing Rs117.4 million project in Gauritar.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/05/08/regular-school-evolves-into-special-for-children-unable-to-hear-speak Eight students, all deaf and unable to speak, sat for the SEE after years of effort by teachers, parents and helping hands.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/08/us-and-iran-exchange-fire-but-trump-says-ceasefire-still-in-effectThe renewed hostilities broke out as Washington was awaiting Iran's response to a US proposal that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues, such as Iran's nuclear programme, unresolved for now.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/08/from-home-cook-to-masterchef-quarterfinalistRosdip Rai blends Nepali flavours with global cuisines, turning local ingredients into fusion dishes.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/05/08/in-kathmandu-s-squatter-eviction-drive-animals-are-collateral-damageAs the Valley's riverbank settlement demolition displaced hundreds of families, the animals fell through every crack in the government's plan.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/08/nepal-bypasses-acting-cj-fourth-in-line-picked-to-lead-the-judiciaryConstitutional Council brushes aside Acting Chief Justice Malla and two other senior justices as Prime Minister Shah prevails.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/05/08/tired-of-waiting-locals-take-matters-into-their-own-handsFed up with decades of inaction by authorities, villagers in Dhankuta have built a culvert over a stream through voluntary labour and their own funds.https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/05/08/as-machines-listen-human-conversations-fadeStudy finds people speak 338 fewer words a day as digital communication reshapes human interaction.