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.comGunmen in Nigeria kidnap over 200 Catholic school students, Christian association sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/22/gunmen-in-nigeria-kidnap-over-200-catholic-school-students-christian-association-saysNigeria’s security situation has been under heightened scrutiny since US President Donald Trump threatened “fast” military action if the country fails to crack down on the killing of Christians.Kathmandu set 135-run target for Biratnagar in NPL clashhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/22/kathmandu-set-135-run-target-for-biratnagar-in-npl-clashMohammad Aadil Alam’s 48 anchors Kathmandu innings as Biratnagar bowlers keep the total in check.Nepali Congress formally commits to contesting March 5 parliamentary electionshttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/11/22/nepali-congress-formally-commits-to-contesting-march-5-parliamentary-electionsThe party says the current political crisis and Gen Z demands can be addressed through the ballot.US, China held maritime security talks in Hawaii, Chinese navy sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/22/us-china-held-maritime-security-talks-in-hawaii-chinese-navy-saysUS and Chinese military officials previously held talks in April - the first such working-level meeting on military issues since the beginning of the second term of US President Donald Trump.837,094 new voters added after extended registration window closeshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/22/837-094-new-voters-added-after-extended-registration-window-closesElection Commission publishes updated rolls as biometric and National ID-based enrolment drives surge.Watt’s century powers Karnali to nine-wicket win over Lumbinihttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/22/watt-s-century-powers-karnali-to-nine-wicket-win-over-lumbiniScotland all-rounder smashes NPL Season 2’s first hundred as Yaks cruise past 157-run target.Lumbini set 157 for Karnali in NPL clashhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/22/lumbini-set-157-for-karnali-in-npl-clashSkipper Rohit Kumar Paudel leads with 49 as Lions post competitive total at TU grounds.The week in 7 photoshttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2025/11/22/the-week-in-8-photos-1763789754Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.Food supply improving in Gaza since truce but long way to go, says UNhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/22/food-supply-improving-in-gaza-since-truce-but-long-way-to-go-says-unSince a fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect on October 10 after two years of war that demolished much of the highly urbanised territory and caused a humanitarian disaster, the WFP has brought 40,000 tons of food aid into Gaza.Jamaica reports deadly leptospirosis outbreak after Hurricane Melissahttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/22/jamaica-reports-deadly-leptospirosis-outbreak-after-hurricane-melissaHe warned that anyone coming into contact with floodwaters could be at risk, including “farmers, persons engaged in cleanup activities, emergency responders and others navigating flood areas.”Today’s weather: November 22, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/11/22/today-s-weather-november-22-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Panch Pokhari: Up the hills, into myselfhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/22/panch-pokhari-up-the-hills-into-myselfThe trek pushed me beyond my comfort zone, but it also gave me memories of calm lakes, warm fires, and kind strangers.Challenging old political patternshttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/22/challenging-old-political-patternsIn ‘What Women Want’, journalist Ruhi Tewari examines how women began to wield their political power and what shapes their decisions.EVENTS: November 22 to November 28, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/22/events-november-22-to-november-28-2025The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.Royals’ loyals: The backbone of Sudurpaschim teamhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/22/royals-loyals-the-backbone-of-sudurpaschim-teamSudurpaschim Royals defeat Pokhara Avengers by 18 runs in a packed TU Stadium, mostly with the Royals’ 12th man backing the players in yellow.Locals halt 50MW Marsyangdi Besi Hydropower Project, citing threat to culture and environmenthttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2025/11/22/locals-halt-50mw-marsyangdi-besi-hydropower-project-citing-threat-to-culture-and-environmentConstruction suspended in Lamjung as residents launch ‘Save Marsyangdi River’ campaign. Developers say they are open to dialogue and design changes.Fearful of some Gen Z groups, UML forms new youth forcehttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2025/11/22/fearful-of-some-gen-z-groups-uml-forms-new-youth-forceDriven by Basnet, Oli shrugs off senior leaders’ concerns about repercussions of running the Volunteer wing. Group chief Shrestha has multiple criminal allegations against him.Why waste obstruction at Bancharedanda recurs and what the new deal meanshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/22/why-waste-obstruction-at-bancharedanda-recurs-and-what-the-new-deal-meansSeveral unfulfilled promises, and a pending vandalism case against locals triggered the latest blockade, which has ended for now with an 11-point deal.Nepal to buy 700,000 passports from French firm to ease shortagehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/22/nepal-to-buy-700-000-passports-from-french-firm-to-ease-shortageDeal with IN Smart Identity, formerly IDEMIA, to cover demand until German supplies come.President sits on disputed ordinancehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/22/president-sits-on-disputed-ordinancePaudel is reportedly concerned over provision bypassing parliamentary hearing for constitutional appointments.Gen Z youth, Bara security committee reach six-point verbal dealhttps://kathmandupost.com/national-security/2025/11/21/gen-z-youth-bara-security-committee-reach-six-point-verbal-dealAgreement comes two days after the youths and UML supporters clashed in Simara.Sudurpaschim overcome late fightback to beat Pokhara by 18 runshttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/21/sudurpaschim-overcome-late-fightback-to-beat-pokhara-by-18-runsBrown’s 68 runs and tight death bowling secure their Sudurpaschim second NPL win in Kirtipur.Earthquake jolts Bangladesh, killing five and injuring around 100https://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/earthquake-jolts-bangladesh-killing-five-and-injuring-around-100Dhaka residents rushed out of their homes as buildings shook and some makeshift structures collapsed.Nepal warns students over unregulated institutions in UAE Free Zoneshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/21/nepal-warns-students-over-unregulated-institutions-in-uae-free-zones Government urges applicants to verify accreditation after complaints of fraud and irregular classes.Indian Tejas fighter jet crashes in a ball of fire at Dubai Airshow, killing pilothttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/hindian-tejas-fighter-jet-crashes-in-a-ball-of-fire-at-dubai-airshow-killing-pilotThe crash happened during the last day of the airshow, the Middle East’s largest aviation event, which started on Monday.India hosts pre-summit event in Kathmandu on Nepal’s AI futurehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/21/india-hosts-pre-summit-event-in-kathmandu-on-nepal-s-ai-future Over 400 participants attend discussions on inclusive growth ahead of February’s AI Impact Summit.Sudurpaschim post 194-run target against Pokharahttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2025/11/21/sudurpaschim-post-194-run-target-against-pokharaBrown’s 68 runs propel Sudurpaschim to a commendable total, while Pokhara fight back with late wickets in Kirtipur.Youth Volunteer Force chief found to have multiple criminal caseshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/21/youth-volunteer-force-chief-found-to-have-multiple-criminal-cases Pushparaj Shrestha faced charges ranging from attempted murder to kidnapping between 2006 and 2018, as per police records.Flooding, landslides kill at least 40 in southern, central Vietnamhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/flooding-landslides-kill-at-least-40-in-southern-central-vietnamFlooding damages over 13,000 hectares of rice and crops. A total of 30,731 livestock and poultry have been killed or swept away in the regions.Besishahar-Chame road reopens seven hours after landslidehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/21/besishahar-chame-road-reopens-seven-hours-after-landslide Authorities clear large boulders at Tal Danda in Nason Rural Municipality.Conflict victims demand fresh transitional justice appointmentshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2025/11/21/victims-group-pressures-transitional-justice-commission-office-bearers-to-step-downOn the 19th anniversary of the Comprehensive Peace Accord, victims stage sit-ins outside commissions.Chinese cruise ships look to steer clear of Japan amid diplomatic disputehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/chinese-cruise-ships-look-to-steer-clear-of-japan-amid-diplomatic-disputeKorea sees opportunity as diplomatic row pushes Chinese cruise operators away from Japan.UML youth march ahead of volunteer force launchhttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2025/11/21/uml-youth-march-ahead-of-volunteer-force-launchRally moves from Babarmahal to New Baneshwar as Oli prepares to unveil new force.Talks set for today as authorities and Gen Z youth seek to ease tension in Simarahttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2025/11/21/talks-set-for-today-as-authorities-and-gen-z-youth-seek-to-ease-tension-in-simaraThree arrested after Wednesday’s clash; leaders expected to arrive from Janakpur for negotiations.Magnitude 5.7 earthquake jolts Bangladesh, killing threehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/magnitude-5-7-earthquake-jolts-bangladesh-killing-threeMuhammad Yunus, the head of the South Asian country’s interim government, urged people to remain calm as authorities assess the damage.Paramount, Comcast and Netflix submit bids for Warner Bros Discovery, source sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/paramount-comcast-and-netflix-submit-bids-for-warner-bros-discovery-source-saysThe bids set the stage for a significant consolidation in the media industry and will determine the future of prized assets like HBO, the Warner Bros film library and the DC Comics universe.Safety lapses, weak oversight - How children die from Indian cough syruphttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2025/11/21/safety-lapses-weak-oversight-how-children-die-from-indian-cough-syrupIndia’s Drugs and Cosmetics Act prohibits the sale and handling of pharmaceutical-grade ingredients like medicinal PG by entities that do not have drug licences.Today’s weather: November 21, 2025https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2025/11/21/today-s-weather-november-21-2025Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Turning snow into opportunity: Nepal’s ski movementhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2025/11/21/turning-snow-into-opportunity-nepal-s-ski-movementWhat started as a single student’s dream has grown into a foundation that teaches hundreds of Nepalis to ski.Lumbini Lions begin NPL Season 2 with a winhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2025/11/21/lumbini-lions-begin-npl-season-2-with-a-winThe Lions, who finished last in the inaugural season with only a win in seven matches, roar to life at the start of the second season.