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/2026/02/26/what-are-iran-s-ballistic-missile-capabilities-1772100625Many of Iran’s missile sites are in and around Tehran. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/public-and-private-vehicles-banned-from-midnight-march-4-until-polling-concludesEssential service vehicles and flights to operate as usual on voting day.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/deuba-flies-to-singapore-amid-intense-poll-campaigningThe former Congress President and prime minister, along with some of his close associates, has yet to appear publicly in the ongoing election campaign.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/26/us-officials-warn-of-iranian-threat-to-the-us-ahead-of-nuclear-talksUS officials say Iran’s missile programme and nuclear ambitions risk American security as negotiators meet for third round of talks this year.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/will-it-give-me-a-job-nepal-s-election-promises-don-t-stop-youth-exodusThe exodus has left many villages in Nepal’s hinterland without most of their working-age men and women, with mainly children and the elderly remaining.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/election-commission-ballot-papers-to-all-constituencies-for-march-5-vote Ballot papers and election materials have been delivered to all 165 constituencies, with staff deployed and security personnel mobilised nationwide.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/26/clash-between-uml-and-rsp-cadres-in-baitadi-leaves-three-injuredClash erupts during door-to-door campaign in Dilasaini Rural Municipality.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/26/new-zealand-fight-back-to-eliminate-co-hosts-sri-lanka-from-t20-world-cupSantner’s 47 off 26 balls lifts New Zealand to 168-7 before Ravindra and Henry dismantle Sri Lanka in 61-run defeat in Colombo.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/26/death-toll-from-brazil-floods-rises-to-46-21-people-still-missingFlooding and landslides displaced around 3,600 people in the cities of Juiz de Fora and Uba, about 110 km apart.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/26/today-s-weather-february-26-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/people-s-pulse-2026-voters-look-beyond-manifestos-prioritise-delivery-and-candidate-competenceStudy of 2,905 respondents by Sharecast Initiative, in collaboration with The Kathmandu Post, finds personality, track record and development plans outweigh party ideology, with clear divides by economic status and provincehttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/26/understanding-continents-through-booksUNESCO representative to Nepal, Jaco du Toit, reflects on reading Nepali literature to understand the country beyond policy frameworks, and how stories reveal emotional truths that reports often miss.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/26/why-less-might-be-more-for-your-skinViral routines and influencer advice have turned skincare into a complex ritual. Dermatologists warn that layering too many products may harm than help the skin.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/02/26/apf-laligurans-firm-on-top-two-positionsAPF beat Manang 2-0 to remain top, Laligurans thrash Kankrebihar 4-1 as Haule nets fastest hat-trick of the tournament.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/26/parties-put-tourism-at-heart-of-manifestos-pledge-air-safety-reformsFrom doubling tourist arrivals to delisting Nepal from the European Commission’s air safety list, major political forces promise aviation overhaul, wellness branding and new destinations.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/cooperatives-victims-don-t-fully-trust-parties-to-refund-their-lost-savingsThousands of cooperatives depositors across Nepal remain trapped in uncertainty as they fail to recover their savings.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/26/health-workers-on-alert-for-possible-patient-surge-on-election-dayOfficials urge public to exercise caution, use masks, and avoid crowds as poll coincides with peak influenza season.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/athpahariyas-of-dhankuta-complain-of-state-neglect-lack-of-basic-amenitiesAs elections approach, the indigenous community appears frustrated over unfulfilled development promises.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/26/feasibility-report-on-kerung-kathmandu-railway-expected-by-juneReport will detail the route, tunnels, bridges, costs, technical challenges, and decide the fate of the mega project.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/26/as-jhapa-5-race-tightens-oli-balen-step-up-campaigningUML chief’s supporters admit he must work harder as voter enthusiasm favours the RSP senior leader.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/02/25/ready-to-votePeople’s abiding faith in the power of the ballot box bodes well for the future of Nepali democracy. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/25/scrutinising-gagan-s-tryst-with-reformInstitutionalism is not an end in itself; it must deliver results and exhibit accountability.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/25/social-media-and-election-campaignsThe code of conduct’s ability to address the rapid evolution of digital campaigning remains uncertain.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/25/sustainable-wellness-tourism-for-nepalInstead of focusing on transactional tourism, we need to provide healing, meaning and authentic experiences.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/25/india-eye-team-changes-for-crucial-zimbabwe-clash-at-t20-world-cupIndia will be boosted by the return of finisher Rinku Singh, who flew home due to a family emergency.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/25/record-129-journalists-and-media-workers-killed-in-2025-mostly-by-israel-says-cpjIsrael was also responsible for 81 percent of the 47 killings that the CPJ classified as intentionally targeted, or “murder”.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/25/186-000-out-of-constituency-voters-registered-for-march-5-pollsThey are eligible to cast votes only under the proportional representation category.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/25/two-arrested-in-segregation-charge-in-pokharaA Dalit invitee in a wedding ceremony was allegedly humiliated by so called upper caste neighbour.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/25/germany-s-merz-hails-china-ties-as-he-seeks-reset-with-beijingOn his first visit to China as Chancellor, Merz told President Xi Jinping that he wanted to deepen economic ties with China, Germany’s largest trading partner last year.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/25/trump-lays-out-case-for-possible-attack-on-iran-in-state-of-the-unionIranian state media have claimed that Tehran is developing a missile capable of reaching North America.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/25/nepse-rises-by-double-digits-as-turnover-improvesBenchmark gains 10.30 points to close at 2,648.90 on Wednesday.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/25/two-more-held-in-nepal-s-fake-rescue-insurance-scamCIB says nine arrested so far in an alleged nexus of trekking firms, helicopter operators and hospitals accused of staging fraudulent evacuations.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/25/england-s-brook-uncertain-about-continuing-at-number-threeBrook said it was head coach Brendon ‘Baz’ McCullum’s idea to promote him from his usual number five slot.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/25/army-chief-directs-troops-to-ensure-error-free-election-securityNearly 80,000 army personnel deployed for the outer security ring.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/25/tiger-census-in-shuklaphanta-national-park-to-start-march-7Automated cameras will monitor the park and surrounding reserves to update big cat numbers.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/25/south-korea-s-birthrate-the-world-s-lowest-rises-again-amid-signs-of-easing-demographic-crisisNew births in the Asian country started to rebound in 2024 on a post-pandemic boost and supported by government policies, after eight consecutive years of declines that saw it register the world’s lowest birthrate at 0.72 in 2023.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/25/trump-touts-economic-record-in-state-of-the-union-seeks-reset-ahead-of-midtermsThe annual speech to Congress carried enormous stakes for the president, with his approval ratings slumping, anxieties rising over Iran and Americans frustrated that he has not done more to address the high cost of living.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/02/25/govt-clears-tax-waiver-for-ring-road-second-section-expansionCabinet approval clears tax hurdles, paving way for Chinese contractor mobilisation.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/02/25/how-much-will-ninja-a-league-insurance-cover-for-samba-s-treatmentResponding to an email query from the Post, Wellington Phoenix said the league insurance would cover surgical and rehabilitation costs up to 20,000 Australian dollars.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/25/postponement-rumours-swirl-ahead-of-march-5-pollsOpposition over the election seems to stem from former king and his allies.