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/2026/02/02/government-warns-against-submitting-fake-information-for-visasWarning comes following US concerns over visa documents and character certificates issued by Nepal Police.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/rights-defenders-urge-parties-to-prioritise-transitional-justice-in-poll-agendasThey said past governments have treated transitional justice as a political tool.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/02/outpatient-coverage-drastically-slashed-under-government-s-health-insuranceFrom February 13, the scheme will cover only up to Rs25,000 for outpatient care, but inpatient and emergency coverage remain up to Rs100,000.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/02/pakistan-s-india-boycott-splits-fans-as-politics-overshadows-cricketThe ICC said it was still awaiting an official communication from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) conveying their “position of selective participation.”https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/02/who-fears-feminism-in-bangladeshIn the post-uprising period in particular, conservative right-wing groups have repeatedly labelled feminist activism a 'Western' act and demanded its complete boycott.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/02/nepal-beat-bhutan-2-1-to-keep-final-hopes-alive-in-saff-u19-women-s-championshipGoals from Srijana Baduwal and substitute Prajita Rai earn Nepal their first win of the tournament in Pokhara.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/gen-z-influence-led-to-compelled-ministerial-picks-prime-minister-karki-tells-houseThe prime minister revealed that the names inducted under pressure included Mahabir Pun, Kulman Ghising, Jagdish Kharel and Bablu Gupta.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/02/iran-weighs-nuclear-diplomacy-with-us-gaps-over-missiles-remainLast year the United States struck Iranian nuclear targets, joining in at the close of a 12-day Israeli bombing campaign.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/02/british-serial-killer-suffolk-strangler-pleads-guilty-to-1999-murderThe killer was given a whole-life order, meaning he could never be released from prison, for what the sentencing judge described as “a targeted campaign of murder”.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/02/nepse-edges-up-marginally-after-two-day-declineBenchmark index gains 0.05 per cent to close at 2,695.73 points as turnover slips to Rs8.22 billion.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/kantipur-journalist-deepak-sapkota-among-three-to-receive-amar-nembang-memorial-awardThe seventh edition of the award also includes poet Devendra Sakten Rai and writer Malisha Yakthungba.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/02/bangladesh-beat-india-2-0-in-saff-u19-women-s-championship-in-pokharaCaptain Arpita Biswas and Alpi Akter score first-half goals as Bangladesh maintain winning run.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/02/slump-in-commodities-rattles-global-marketsAn increase in margin requirements is generally negative for affected contracts, as the higher capital outlay can dampen speculative participation, reduce liquidity, and push traders to unwind positions.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/02/ex-minister-jitendra-narayan-dev-quits-uml Says party misread Gen Z protests and drifted towards authoritarianism.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/three-tia-customs-staff-held-with-bribe-money-23-mobile-phones-seizedCIAA says the trio demanded bribes from service users sending goods abroad through courier services; cash and phones seized for investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/02/former-uk-minister-mandelson-quits-labour-after-new-epstein-revelationsMandelson was key to the Labour Party’s electoral success when Tony Blair was prime minister starting in the 1990s.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/supreme-court-bars-publication-of-citizenship-numbers-in-driving-licence-resultsCourt says disclosing personal details violates right to privacy.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/karnali-gets-first-132-kv-transmission-lineNepal Electricity Authority says new line will improve reliability and support industrial growth.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/02/gold-price-drops-by-rs13-400-per-tolaAfter hitting a record high last week, gold and silver prices continue to slide.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/02/japan-pm-takaichi-s-party-poised-for-landslide-victory-poll-showsA strong Sunday election result would strengthen Takaichi’s party leadership and support her fiscal expansion, raising concerns over Japan’s finances and bond yields.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/02/washington-scolds-cuba-after-crowds-heckle-us-diplomatTensions between the longtime foes escalated after Trump labelled Cuba a US security threat and threatened tariffs on nations supplying oil to the communist-run island.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/02/president-paudel-begins-four-day-official-visit-to-japanHe will meet Japan’s emperor, prime minister, and business leaders as part of events marking 70 years of diplomatic tieshttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/02/politics-of-discouragementThere is a need for nuanced debates on how best to contain the spread of misogyny online.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/02/is-the-indian-nipah-variant-more-severeIncreased infectivity can’t be ruled out, given its capacity to undergo further natural mutations.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/02/today-s-weather-february-2-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/02/02/post-conflict-elections-are-always-challenging-1769994892Leaders will only follow the election code of conduct when they are compelled to do so by legislation.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/02/pakistan-to-boycott-t20-world-cup-group-match-against-indiaPakistan, who are scheduled to play all their matches in Sri Lanka, would forfeit two points if they boycotted the India match. https://kathmandupost.com/arts/2026/02/02/capturing-the-past-and-future-in-the-same-frameThe exhibition ‘Changing Times’ suggests that the past and future are not opposites, but forces that continue to shape each other in the present.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/02/living-heritage-brings-art-and-theatre-togetherA collaborative exhibition at The Nanee showcases Paubha paintings and a live theatre performance rooted in the cultural traditions of the Kathmandu Valley.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/02/02/12-teams-participating-in-aaha-rara-pokhara-gold-cup-s-silver-jubileeThe 25th edition of the football tournament kicks off on February 10, with the final scheduled on February 21. It will be the first time in 25 editions that the event will be played under lights.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/02/gandaki-enforces-ride-hailing-rules-after-months-of-delay-bagmati-yet-to-followGandaki Province has formally implemented ride-sharing and self-drive service regulations after gazette publication, while Bagmati continues to delay similar guidelines despite Supreme Court directives.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/02/as-polls-near-oli-sounds-softer-on-gen-z-uprisingParty official and political analyst, however, say the UML chief has yet to soften on Sept 9 violence.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/02/02/water-bird-numbers-fall-sharply-across-nepalA nationwide census conducted last month shows populations have dropped in major wetlands. Experts cite habitat loss and human threats.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/02/millions-exposed-to-lead-in-toothpaste-sindoor-and-eyelinersEven popular brands in Nepal found laced with highly toxic metal that can damage the brain, kidneys, nervous system.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/01/election-commission-seeks-public-help-to-curb-poll-code-violationsThe commission has sought clarification from 23 candidates and institutions after finding their actions problematic.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/01/mofa-urges-nepalis-in-iran-to-leave-immediately-amid-security-concernsMinistry advises Nepalis to defer travel and prepare documents for emergency exit.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/01/korea-warns-nepal-over-eps-staff-safetySeoul cautions it may not send human resource staff again if security concerns persist amid protests by qualified Nepali workers.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/01/dry-landslide-disrupts-traffic-along-bhakunde-mangaltar-section-of-bp-highwayPolice said continuous falling debris has made it unsafe to immediately deploy excavators to clear the road.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/01/ciaa-files-corruption-case-against-nepal-reinsurance-chair-paudelThe anti-graft body accused Paudel of embezzling over Rs124.7 million during his tenure at Udayapur Cement Company.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/01/zelenskiy-says-new-trilateral-talks-set-for-feb-4-5-in-abu-dhabiUkrainian President announced the trilateral talks on social media X.