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/cricket/2025/12/03/lumbini-lions-defeat-biratnagar-kings-by-five-wickets-to-keep-playoff-hope-aliveD’Arcy Short’s 57 runs lead Lumbini to victory.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/03/madhesh-province-head-calls-for-new-government-formationAsks any member of the provincial assembly who can secure a majority with the support of two or more parties to stake a claim for the chief minister.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2025/12/03/dengue-cases-down-but-virus-widespread-across-nepalSince January, six people have died and 8,109 others tested positive.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/03/supreme-court-seeks-written-reply-in-uml-petition-against-house-dissolutionConstitutional bench orders the Office of President and others to reply within a week. Interim order request rejected.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/03/biratnagar-kings-set-145-run-target-against-lumbini-lions Lions bowlers keep the Kings in check as Sher Malla claims three wickets.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/03/india-revokes-state-run-security-app-order-for-smartphones-after-outcryThe move comes after days of protests from opposition parties over the issue, while newspaper editorials joined privacy advocates in denouncing the move. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/03/nepse-index-slides-as-turnover-crosses-rs5-23-billion The index drops 0.51 percent, extending a losing run since Sunday.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/03/pakistan-afghanistan-hold-fresh-peace-talks-in-saudi-arabia-say-sourcesBoth sides signed a ceasefire in Doha in October, but a second round of negotiations in Istanbul last month fell apart without a long-term deal.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2025/12/03/madhesh-chief-minister-saroj-kumar-yadav-resignsYadav quits addressing provincial assembly meeting as opposition boycotts session.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/03/nepal-japan-sign-rs31-billion-loan-deal-to-upgrade-koteshwar-intersectionThe flyover project aims to cut travel time between Tinkune and Jadibutti to under 10 minutes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/03/anti-graft-body-apprehends-caan-director-general-pradeep-adhikariCIAA files corruption case at Special Court, citing irregularities in the Nalinchok helipad project.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/03/cib-arrests-guna-group-chair-rajendra-shakya-amid-ongoing-prabhu-bank-probeThe arrest comes after the CIB earlier detained the bank’s CEO Sherchan along with two others as investigators examine suspected financial irregularities.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/03/rupee-cracks-below-90-to-the-dollar-hit-by-tariffs-capital-outflowsThe weakness in portfolio investment has also coincided with a slowdown in foreign direct investment, adding to the pressure.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/03/kami-rita-sherpa-receives-guinness-world-records-certificate-for-42-high-altitude-summitsThe veteran climber has now reached 8,000-metre peaks 42 times, including a record 31 ascents of Everest.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/03/russia-says-no-ukraine-compromise-reached-after-five-hour-putin-talks-with-trump-envoysUshakov added that a meeting between Putin and Trump was not currently planned, though he said the talks were constructive and that there were huge opportunities for US-Russian economic cooperation.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/03/us-pauses-all-immigration-applications-from-19-non-european-countriesImmigration processing halted for applicants from 19 nations already under earlier travel restrictions, with the White House citing security concerns after the Washington attack.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/12/03/today-s-weather-december-3-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2025/12/03/no-more-delaysSlow reconstruction in the quake-hit areas littered with compromised infrastructure is unacceptable.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/03/geopolitics-of-avalokitevara-s-reincarnationThe succession is no longer merely a religious matter; it has become a geopolitical flashpoint.https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2025/12/03/param-sundari-a-tourism-ad-wrapped-as-a-love-storyNowadays, Bollywood movies debut in theatres before moving to streaming platforms. This works well for ‘Param Sundari’ as its appeal lies in scenic charm more than emotional depth.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2025/12/03/roller-coaster-of-global-tradeNepal must introduce policy reform to cater to the changing dynamics of trade and investment.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/12/03/everyday-ai-saurav-thapa-shresthaShrestha is a Nepali researcher, designer, and photographer whose work explores art, culture, and visual storytelling through both creativity and research.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/03/rossington-ton-keeps-pokhara-s-playoff-hopes-aliveIn Tuesday’s other fixture, title defenders Janakpur Bolts register their first win of the season defeating Chitwan Rhinos by six wickets.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/03/government-mulls-ordinance-to-clear-legal-hurdles-to-allow-nepalis-abroad-to-voteOfficials doubt the feasibility of diaspora voting this time, say it will require ‘enormous homework’ and a lot of diplomatic dealings.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2025/12/03/east-west-rail-affected-receive-neither-compensation-nor-release-of-landA total of 1490 hectares of land belonging to 5,400 families remains frozen for the past five years.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/03/as-pokhrel-rises-oli-struggles-to-keep-camp-unitedSeveral aspirants for general secretary could complicate things for the UML chief.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/03/private-company-starts-import-and-supply-of-lng-in-nepalYogya Holding, a subsidiary of SG Group with an investment of around Rs600 million, started distribution from its plant in Simara, Bara a week ago.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/12/03/convention-schedule-fails-to-bury-dispute-in-nepali-congressTimeline passed by central committee on Monday is too tight to be implemented, special convention seekers say.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2025/12/03/nepal-wrap-up-indonesia-tri-nation-friendlies-winlessAfter a 1-2 defeat to the hosts Indonesia earlier, Nepal lost 0-1 to Chinese Taipei in the Three Nations International Women’s Friendly played on Tuesday.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/02/dhangadhi-invests-rs15-million-to-restore-ponds-to-tackle-water-shortage80 ponds identified in the area. Work ongoing to restore them, support fish farming and develop some ponds for tourism.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2025/12/02/nepal-to-assess-c-section-delivery-and-special-newborn-services-in-all-hospitalsOfficials say assessment will help identify service gaps and support efforts to reduce preventable deaths.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/02/rossington-ton-keeps-pokhara-s-play-off-hopes-alive-as-karnali-crash-outPokhara seal 34-run win after posting 201-2; Karnali eliminated with fifth defeat of the season.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/12/02/madhesh-chief-minister-to-face-floor-test-tomorrowUML’s Saroj Kumar Yadav says he is confident of securing support after the Supreme Court Monday ordered him to take a trust vote within 24 hours.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/02/hong-kong-orders-judge-led-probe-into-fire-that-killed-156Police have arrested 15 people on suspicion of manslaughter in a criminal inquiry into last week's tragedy at the Wang Fuk Court complex, and 12 have also been arrested in a corruption probe. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/02/pokhara-set-202-run-target-for-karnali-on-rossington-s-blistering-centuryPokhara became only the second team to cross the 200-run mark in the NPL.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/12/02/nepse-dips-marginally-as-turnover-declinesBenchmark index slips by 0.53 points to close at 2,644.70; market posts third straight day of losses.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/02/sri-lanka-grapples-with-trauma-loss-after-deadly-cyclone-that-killed-hundredsIn Sri Lanka, the Kandy region where Alawathugoda is located has recorded 88 deaths - the highest in the South Asian country - with 150 people still missing.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/02/janakpur-bolts-stun-chitwan-with-six-wicket-victoryHalf-centuries from Sah and Sadaqat revive defending champions’ NPL campaign.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/12/02/chitwan-rhinos-set-177-run-target-against-janakpur-bolts Malan and Saud’s opening stand powers Chitwan to a commanding total.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/12/02/russia-s-putin-seeks-to-boost-energy-defence-exports-with-india-visitIndia a US trade deal by year end, as most of its refiners have stopped buying Russian oil, though widening discounts are now drawing in some state refiners.