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/2026/03/17/france-will-never-take-part-in-operations-to-unblock-hormuz-strait-amid-hostilities-says-macronTrump, speaking at a ​White House event on Monday, said he ​had spoken to Macron, giving him an '8 out ⁠of 10' score on his stance towards getting ​allies to unblock the Strait of Hormuz.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/no-immediate-plan-to-rebuild-bicc-six-months-after-fireThe iconic building housed the constituent assembly and parliament since 2008. After extensive damage last September, Federal Parliament Secretariat decided to end the lease.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/cpc-congratulates-rsp-on-election-victory-pledges-deeper-tiesChinese Communist Party highlights Belt and Road cooperation and long-standing Nepal–China friendship in the message.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/afghanistan-says-pakistani-airstrike-killed-408-at-kabul-drug-rehab-centre-islamabad-rejects-chargePakistan rejected the statement as ‌false and misleading and said it had “precisely targeted military installations and terrorist support infrastructure” on Monday night.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/pm-karki-under-fire-for-recruiting-chief-personal-secretary-as-ntnc-chairDespite lacking a formal background in information technology, Shrestha was designated as an IT staff member during Karki’s tenure as chief justice.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/israel-says-iran-s-security-chief-larijani-is-killedThe Basij militia is ​a part-time paramilitary force under the control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that is ​often used to quell protests inside Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/17/nepse-rises-by-13-51-points-on-tuesdayTurnover reaches Rs12.03 billion as share prices of 132 companies advance.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/evolving-tensions-in-west-asia-affect-nepali-householdsEconomists warn consumer prices could go up by at least nine percent as essentials and services become costlierhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/afghanistan-says-400-killed-in-pakistan-air-strike-on-kabul-hospital-pakistan-rejects-claimWitnesses said they heard three bombs exploding just as people in the hospital were completing evening prayers and two ​of them struck rooms and patient areas.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/17/storm-damages-public-private-structures-in-dhankutaPower supply was disrupted, and dozens of buildings were destroyed.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/trump-was-warned-of-likely-iranian-retaliation-on-gulf-allies-sources-sayThe US ​official said that Trump was ⁠briefed before the war that striking Iran could trigger a broader regional conflict that would include Iranian retaliation against Gulf capitals.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/17/the-way-of-colour-silence-and-reflection ‘Journey to a Visionary Artworld’ showcases 50+ works that express personal discovery and ancestral influences.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/17/turning-rhythm-into-careMaitri Music Therapy Nepal is using instruments, rhythm and training programmes to make music accessible as a therapeutic tool.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/17/national-league-standings-remain-tight-after-army-defeat-machhindraArmy handed Machhindra a 2-1 loss at the Dasharath Stadium to keep the fight for the title race interesting. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/17/clubs-slam-anfa-over-rushed-a-division-league-decisionSeveral clubs protested at the ANFA Complex on Monday and left after padlocking the office, as their meeting with ANFA officials did not reach an agreement.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/17/today-s-weather-march-17-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/dalit-and-non-dalit-couple-wed-in-rare-arranged-marriageManju Ramtel and Sangam Rana Magar exchanged traditional vows in the presence of families and local government officials Saturday.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/gen-z-activists-continue-protest-as-government-withholds-probe-reportGovernment spokesperson Aryal did not show up for an expected regular press briefing on Monday, when the details of the report were supposed to be made public.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/kmc-expands-free-cervical-cancer-and-breast-cancer-screening-and-treatmentThese two of Nepal’s leading cancers will be screened and treated at Bir Hospital.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/17/potholes-for-prideThere must be a tighter project pipeline, which ensures only investment-ready projects enter the budget.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/foreign-policy-in-a-changing-contextNepal would do well to avoid unnecessary geopolitical adventurism when global governance is weak.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/new-party-trapIt’s one thing to win elections. Turning public frustration into lasting political power is quite another.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/monsoon-looms-but-repairs-on-landslide-prone-tuinkhola-slopes-still-pendingLast year, this section along the Narayanghat-Mugling road, a vital link to the Capital, was blocked for 184 hours.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/china-protests-burning-of-xi-jinping-s-book-in-morang-collegeHundreds of copies of the book were set on fire at Manamohan Technical College on Saturday night. This is the latest in a series of events in Nepal that has irked China.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/17/nepal-risks-losing-up-to-132-000-jobs-1-billion-after-ldc-exitILO warns reduced exports after November may cost jobs, mainly for women, unless Nepal boosts competitiveness.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/13-000-people-including-612-fugitives-from-september-9-riots-placed-on-immigration-blacklistDoI intensifies monitoring at airports and land borders to prevent fugitives from fleeing or entering the country.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/hamas-holds-talks-with-trump-led-board-as-iran-war-strains-gaza-planBefore the war in Iran, Trump’s plan ​for Gaza was his flagship initiative for the Middle East.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/british-teens-resist-australian-style-social-media-banYoung people aged 16 to 18 at one south London school said Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok helped them socialise, make new connections and learn about the world.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/mother-of-gen-z-martyr-steps-into-parliament-seeking-justiceHer son Rasik had taken to the streets of Baneshwar demanding an end to corruption.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/transport-federation-demands-fare-adjustment-citing-fuel-price-hikeFNNTE warns that rising petrol and diesel costs will directly impact transport operations nationwide.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nepse-drops-by-double-digits-on-mondayTurnover falls to Rs11.97 billion as share prices of 211 companies decline.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/seoul-under-pressure-as-us-president-trump-calls-for-naval-support-in-hormuzSeoul officials said that the government has not yet received a formal request from Washington to deploy military forces at this stage.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/16/gen-z-activists-continue-protest-demanding-release-of-karki-commission-reportCommission was mandated to investigation crackdown on Gen-Z protest on September 8-9.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/ck-raut-announces-retirement-from-parliamentary-politicsHis announcement comes in the wake of his party’s poor performance in the recently concluded parliamentary polls.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/16/iran-s-asymmetric-warfareIt was clear to Iran’s astute military planners that a strategy was needed to cope with this challenge.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/trump-demands-others-help-secure-strait-of-hormuz-japan-and-australia-say-no-plans-to-send-shipsTrump also ratcheted up pressure on European allies to help protect the strait, warning that ​NATO faces a "very bad" future if its members fail to come to Washington's aid.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/iran-wants-serious-review-of-gulf-ties-denies-role-in-saudi-oil-attacksEnayati denied that Iran was responsible for the attacks on Saudi Arabia’s oil infrastructure. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nicci-roundtable-flags-policy-gaps-infrastructure-shortages-in-nepal-s-startup-ecosystemThey urged policymakers to revise procurement policies to prioritise home-grown technology and products.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/16/a-quiet-reflection-on-inner-strengthArtworks at ‘Ma, Myself’ encapsulate the essence of womanhood and identity.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/16/artists-see-new-possibilities-in-nepal-s-political-shiftVoices across film, music, literature and theatre say the moment offers a chance to rethink how creative work is valued.