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/national/2026/02/21/two-decades-on-construction-of-dhangadhi-urai-bhanjyang-awaits-completionBudget shortages and incomplete DPR stall progress on the strategic road linking the Tarai to the Nepal–China border via Bajhang.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/02/21/neymar-says-he-may-retire-by-end-of-2026Neymar, who recently underwent successful knee surgery, has scored 79 goals for Brazil, the highest by any player, but he has not featured for the national side since October 2023.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/21/four-year-old-girl-killed-in-bolero-crash-in-ramechhapLocals said the vehicle entered a shop’s shutter while the girl was buying goods.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/21/embarrassment-to-their-families-trump-denounces-supreme-court-justices-after-tariffs-rulingThe Supreme Court had over the past year permitted Trump's expansive assertion of executive power, with few exceptions, in a series of decisions issued on an emergency basis.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/21/prime-minister-karki-urges-vigilance-to-prevent-election-clashes-and-boycott-attemptsAlthough some parties have spoken of boycotting the elections, they are extremely weak and have raised the issue out of fear of defeat, the prime minister said.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/21/local-administration-imposes-curfew-in-gaur-after-clashes-between-two-groupsTensions flared after a vehicle was set on fire during the clashes.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/21/asian-economies-weigh-impact-of-fresh-trump-tariff-moves-confusionHong Kong operates as a separate customs territory from mainland China, a status that has shielded it from direct exposure to US tariffs targeting Chinese goods.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/02/21/the-week-in-seven-photos-1771657304Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/21/trump-furious-after-supreme-court-upends-his-global-tariffs-imposes-new-10-levyThe court’s landmark 6-3 ruling upended the leverage Trump and his trade envoys have wielded over foreign governments at negotiating tables to reshape diplomatic relations and global markets.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/21/today-s-weather-february-21-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/21/events-february-21-to-february-27-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/21/in-between-two-worlds-merges-abstraction-and-figurative-paintingsA collaborative exhibition at the Nepal Art Council explores themes of spirituality, devotion and self-expression through the works of artists Shivangini Rana and Chirag Bangdel.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/21/7th-nepal-economics-olympiad-concludesThis year’s winners will represent Nepal at the Australasian Economics Olympiad in Sydney, Australia and Suzhou, China.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/21/who-holds-the-truth-in-silenceA murder, an unbreakable silence, and a therapist driven by obsession form the core of Alex Michaelides’s ‘The Silent Patient’.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/21/women-serve-as-election-police-men-handle-home-dutiesIn Achham, temporary election work has given women both a source of income and a boost in confidence. Traditional gender roles are slowly changing.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/21/inside-the-effort-to-digitise-and-translate-centuries-old-newa-manuscriptsAs manuscripts face threats from disaster and neglect, youth volunteers and heritage experts are working together to revive Nepal’s historical scripts.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/21/as-parliamentary-elections-approach-clashes-raise-security-concernsFrom Tulsipur to Itahari, confrontations fuel fears of wider unrest ahead of March 5.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/21/parties-lofty-pledges-on-economy-collide-with-hard-realitiesExperts dismiss manifestos as unrealistic, lacking research and data, and warn delivery is doubtful.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/20/us-supreme-court-rejects-trump-s-global-tariffsThe justices, in a 6-3 ruling authored by conservative Chief Justice John Roberts, upheld a lower court’s decision that the Republican president’s use of this 1977 law exceeded his authority.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/20/bhim-sharki-hits-century-on-opening-day-of-jay-trophyAt the end of the first day, Police are trailing by 24 runs against Army, while Bagmati are trailing by 31 runs against APF.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/20/snow-puts-hpv-vaccination-on-hold-in-five-mountain-districts Vaccination is ongoing in 72 districts targeting grade-six girls in schools and 10-year-olds out of school to curb cervical cancer.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/02/20/nine-vultures-die-after-feeding-on-poisoned-dog-carcassConservationists warn the deaths threaten scavenger birds that play a vital role in keeping the environment clean.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/20/man-arrested-for-allegedly-burning-uml-flag-in-dangSearch is underway for others allegedly involved, police say.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/02/20/supreme-court-orders-durga-prasain-to-be-produced-in-courtThe apex court’s bench seeks grounds for arrest.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/20/police-search-royal-mansion-as-investigation-into-king-s-brother-goes-onMountbatten-Windsor was arrested on Thursday, his 66th birthday, on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations he sent confidential government documents to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein when he was a trade envoy.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/20/life-remains-a-daily-struggle-in-musahar-settlements-of-budhigangaResidents face lack of land rights, water, housing, and early education.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/20/uml-demands-action-after-party-flag-burnt-in-tulsipur-1771580101The party calls incident a serious breach of election code.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/20/south-korea-s-ex-president-yoon-apologises-after-life-sentence-over-martial-lawThe court found Yoon Suk-yeol guilty of subverting constitutional order by sending troops to storm parliament and detain opponents, sealing his removal from office and imprisonment.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/20/tiger-census-completed-in-chitwan-parsa-complexAround 600 cameras deployed across three blocks; equipment to be reused in Shuklaphanta–Laljhadi complex.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/20/narpa-polling-centres-yet-to-be-monitored-as-frozen-waterfall-blocks-accessFive centres in Narpa Bhumi remain out of reach ahead of March 5 House of Representatives elections, with security teams deployed to clear icy route.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/20/clash-between-two-groups-in-rautahat-police-fire-tear-gasDispute over wedding procession sparks tension in Gaur.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/02/20/uml-demands-action-after-party-flag-burnt-in-tulsipurRSP district chief says ‘undesirable elements’ infiltrated gathering.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/02/20/nepal-opens-embassy-chancery-in-lisbonForeign Secretary Rai attends inauguration; Portugal pledges continued support.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/20/bill-gates-cancels-appearance-at-india-ai-summit-amid-epstein-scrutinyThe abrupt withdrawal of Microsoft’s co-founder dealt a fresh blow to a flagship event already marred by organisational lapses, a robot row and complaints of traffic chaos.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/20/three-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-candidate-in-nawalparasi-westPolice say attackers confronted candidate while he was canvassing in Bardaghat.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/20/beyond-the-boundaryAuthorities must ensure the Rhinos are not left waiting another decade for a taste of top-tier cricket.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/20/king-charles-brother-andrew-released-after-arrest-over-misconduct-relating-to-epsteinMountbatten-Windsor, the second son of the late Queen Elizabeth, has always denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein, and said he regrets their friendship.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/20/vetting-through-informed-votingThe ultimate form of vetting takes place in the secrecy of the ballot box.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/20/today-s-weather-february-20-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/20/advertising-future-pmThere is often a wide gap between advertising and reality, and the future is likely to be no different.