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.comThree in four maternal deaths in Nepal occur in health facilities or in transithttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/06/24/three-in-four-maternal-deaths-in-nepal-occur-in-health-facilities-or-in-transitExperts blame referral delays and poor quality care in birthing centres and district hospitals for high maternal death.Private education sector adds Rs160 billion to Nepal’s GDP annuallyhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/24/private-education-sector-adds-rs160-billion-to-nepal-s-gdp-annuallyOn average, each institution spends around Rs11.04 million annually, charges students a monthly fee of Rs3,305 and pays employees an average monthly salary of Rs15,683.Fear and uncertainty grip displaced families as exit deadline nearshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/fear-and-uncertainty-grip-displaced-families-as-exit-deadline-nearsResidents worry about losing temporary shelter before a permanent resettlement plan is in place.RSP advocates “development diplomacy” over “power-centred diplomacy”https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/rsp-advocates-development-diplomacy-over-power-centred-diplomacyParty envisions Nepal as a “vibrant bridge” between South Asia and the Himalayan region, prioritising development, connectivity and economic partnerships.Several PM Shah camp leaders forgo race, likely to enter through nominationhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/several-pm-shah-camp-leaders-forgo-race-likely-to-enter-through-nominationRSP has deployed 75 electronic voting machines, with voting set to begin at 8:30 pm and results expected overnight.Cabinet expands ministers’ advisers and personal secretariatshttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/cabinet-expands-ministers-advisers-and-personal-secretariatsNew provisions permit up to 57 advisers and 153 secretariat staff across ministries, reversing an earlier drive to reduce such appointments.Munoz sends Colombia into World Cup last 32 with win over DR Congohttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/24/munoz-sends-colombia-into-world-cup-last-32-with-win-over-dr-congoA deflected late goal from Daniel Muñoz breaks DR Congo resistance as Colombia dominate possession to book their place in the knockout stage early.RSP outlines liberal welfare-state model, social market economy at first conventionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/rsp-outlines-liberal-welfare-state-model-social-market-economy-at-first-conventionParty commits to social justice-led liberal economy, stronger regulation, investment push and employment expansion.RSP delegates vote today to elect 99 central committee membershttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/rsp-delegates-vote-today-to-elect-99-central-committee-membersTwo-phase leadership election set to begin at party’s first general convention after Rabi Lamichhane is elected unopposed as chair.Kane fluffs his lines as England stumble against Ghanahttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/24/kane-fluffs-his-lines-as-england-stumble-against-ghanaMissed late sitter leaves England waiting for World Cup knockout berth after goalless draw with Ghana.‘I’m back’: Record-breaker Ronaldo fires Portugal to 5-0 win over Uzbekistanhttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/24/i-m-back-record-breaker-ronaldo-fires-portugal-to-5-0-win-over-uzbekistanVeteran striker scores twice to become the first player to net in six World Cups as Portugal overwhelm Uzbekistan.Movie review: ‘I Am Jit Bahadur’ finds an actor within the ordinary manhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/24/i-am-jit-bahadur-finds-an-actor-within-the-ordinary-manDespite relying on conventional storytelling, the movie captures the emotional reality of an artist’s pursuit of recognition.What I Watch Online: Nisseem Shresthahttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/24/what-i-watch-online-nisseem-shresthaShrestha is a filmmaker who has also worked as a director and voiceover artist, creating commercials and music videos for the past four years.Nepal Olympic Committee Award honours athletes, coaches, association and journalistshttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/24/nepal-olympic-committee-award-honours-athletes-coaches-association-and-journalistsKarateka Arika Gurung and wushu practitioner Bijaya Sinjali were adjudged the NOC Best Athlete in the female and male category, respectively.Regulatory sandbox guidelines aim to foster Nepal fintech innovationhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/24/regulatory-sandbox-guidelines-aim-to-foster-nepal-fintech-innovationControlled testing framework will allow banks, fintechs and payment companies to trial new products before commercial launchNo more rabies deathshttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/06/24/no-more-rabies-deathsThe state’s failure to provide rabies vaccine is an act of negligence that the people cannot tolerate.Budget through federalism lenshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/24/budget-through-federalism-lensNearly a decade after the adoption of federalism, an important question remains: Does the budget truly reflect its spirit? It does so only partially.More practical cooperation, stronger Nepal-China relationshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/24/more-practical-cooperation-stronger-nepal-china-relationsChina will always be a trustworthy and reliable friend and partner of Nepal in its pursuit of development, revitalisation and modernisation.Schools are posting kids’ photos online. Parents say they didn’t consenthttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/nepal-schools-put-children-s-photos-online-parents-aren-t-askedDespite regulations requiring parental consent, Nepali schools continue to have publicly accessible social media accounts filled with student photographs.Rabi Lamichhane’s paper portrays RSP as a mature political forcehttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/06/24/rabi-lamichhane-s-paper-portrays-rsp-as-a-mature-political-forceLamichhane’s political paper calls for constitutional reforms through broad consensus, while outlining the party’s social democratic outlook.Displaced squatters face June 26 deadline to vacate holding centreshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/24/displaced-squatters-face-june-26-deadline-to-vacate-holding-centresFamilies have been asked to vacate the centres with Rs25,000 relief, and Rs15,000 monthly rent support for three months.Proposed law seeks to keep strategic mineral mining under state controlhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/23/proposed-law-seeks-to-keep-strategic-mineral-mining-under-state-controlThe draft legislation places radioactive mineral mining under stricter regulation and tightens rules on exploration, licensing and royalties.A look at Nepal’s speakers: power, pressure and the struggle for neutralityhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/23/a-look-at-nepal-s-speakers-power-pressure-and-the-struggle-for-neutralityA long political history shows how speakers have tried to balance consensus-building with allegations of executive influence, obstruction and partisan pressure inside parliament.West Asia conflict slows down intake of Nepalis in foreign jobshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/23/west-asia-conflict-slows-down-intake-of-nepalis-in-foreign-jobsNew labour permits fall nearly 19 percent as job opportunities shrink in Gulf countries, labour regulations tighten, and geopolitical tensions rise in West Asia.Court remands former minister Bishnu Paudel to seven days in money laundering probehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/23/court-remands-former-minister-bishnu-paudel-to-seven-days-in-money-laundering-probeCPN-UML vice chairperson and former finance minister was arrested after investigators linked him to a money laundering case involving controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta.The myth of compensation for wildlife-related damages https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/23/the-myth-of-compensation-for-wildlife-related-damagesModern conservation policies and strict wildlife protection laws have fundamentally altered the relationship between people and wildlife. Six sentenced to life in Binod Shahi murder casehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/23/six-sentenced-to-life-in-binod-shahi-murder-caseDipayal High Court overturns earlier district court ruling, orders compensation to victim’s family in a case linked to 2022 local election violence.EU expands aviation safety partnership with Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/06/23/eu-expands-aviation-safety-partnership-with-nepalKathmandu to host two major South Asian aviation initiatives as the European Union reviews Nepal’s progress on air safety reforms and corrective action plans. US waives Iran sanctions, Trump warns Tehran it must abide by agreementhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/23/us-waives-iran-sanctions-trump-warns-tehran-it-must-abide-by-agreementThe two sides, trying to build on the interim deal they signed last week after more than three ​months of war, agreed a roadmap towards a permanent agreement within 60 days, mediators Pakistan and Qatar said. DoTM lifts restriction for public vehicles imported before registration banhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/06/23/dotm-lifts-restriction-for-public-vehicles-imported-before-registration-banThe decision applies only to vehicles for which letters of credit were opened by May 23 and have already entered the country, officials say.Nepali workers among injured in Qatar gas plant explosion, 13 killedhttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/06/23/nepali-workers-among-injured-in-qatar-gas-plant-explosion-13-killedInvestigation underway as Qatar rules out sabotage and confirms no impact on LNG operations.Haaland’s second World Cup double lifts Norway past Senegalhttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/23/haaland-s-second-world-cup-double-lifts-norway-past-senegalHaaland’s brace sends Norway into the last 32 with a 3-2 win over Senegal, as the Scandinavians join France in securing qualification from Group I.Milestone Messi sends Argentina to World Cup knockout stagehttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/06/23/milestone-messi-sends-argentina-to-world-cup-knockout-stageMessi surpasses Miroslav Klose and Marta to become the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer as Argentina book their place in the last 32 with a 2-0 win over Austria.Mbappe double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delayhttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/06/23/mbappe-double-sends-france-into-knockout-rounds-after-lengthy-weather-delayThe France captain’s brace and a goal from Dembele seal qualification despite a lengthy thunderstorm interruption in the second half.UK’s Starmer resigns, paving way for orderly transfer of powerhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/06/23/uk-s-starmer-resigns-paving-way-for-orderly-transfer-of-powerBurnham emerges as favourite to succeed Starmer after key rivals back him, raising the prospect of a swift leadership transition.Many benefits of boosting Nepal’s startup ecosystemhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/06/23/many-benefits-of-boosting-nepal-s-startup-ecosystemThe newly unveiled Startup Fast Track Working Plan 2026 is a step in the right direction.Is RSP overlooking Dalit issues?https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/06/23/is-rsp-overlooking-dalit-issuesSeeking justice for the victims of caste hatred has become more complicated under the RSP administration.ICC launches post-pregnancy guidelines to help female cricketers return to playhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/06/23/icc-launches-post-pregnancy-guidelines-to-help-female-cricketers-return-to-playThe guidelines, as per the global body of cricket, are part of its broader commitment to player health, wellbeing and the continued growth of the women’s game.Beyond ‘this is just me’https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/23/beyond-this-is-just-meUnderstanding the patterns behind our fears, reactions and relationships can open the possibility of change.What happens when ‘no’ is ignored?https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/06/23/what-happens-when-no-is-ignored‘Chiraiya’ confronts marital rape and examines the social conditioning that shapes families and relationships.