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/columns/2026/01/13/regime-change-in-venezuela-and-the-crisis-of-global-orderIts neighbours have been largely silent or supportive of the US raid that captured Maduro, but the impact of that raid will be felt far beyond South America.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/13/175-candidates-withdraw-from-proportional-representation-listsCandidates from 17 political parties have withdrawn their names, with most withdrawals linked to the unification of LSP and JSP.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/13/amdu-appoints-laxmi-sunrise-capital-as-issue-manager-for-ipoCommenting on the development, Chairperson Niranjan Thapa said the IPO represents both a corporate milestone and a broader commitment to sectoral growth.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/who-s-actually-running-venezuelaA small but powerful cabal of political and military officials has long commanded power in Venezuela, supported by a wide network of loyalists and security agencies.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/iran-official-says-2-000-people-have-been-killed-in-unrestA rights group had previously identified hundreds of people killed and said that thousands had been arrested.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/13/nepse-edges-up-nearly-five-points-as-turnover-increasesShare prices of 118 companies rose, while 134 declined and eight remained unchanged.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/pacts-patronage-and-fear-how-myanmar-s-junta-chief-holds-on-to-powerA previous junta had pared back the military’s outsized role in administering the country and handed power to a quasi-civilian government in the 2010s, but the general continued meeting community and religious leaders, the person said.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/13/election-process-begins-at-congress-special-general-conventionPoll schedule unveiled as talks continue to avert party split.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/australia-moves-4-south-asian-countries-to-highest-risk-category-for-student-visasThe Times of India reported that the re-rating of India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan was out of cycle, quoting Australian media, while the administration said this was triggered by “emerging integrity risks."https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/canadian-prime-minister-visits-china-after-nearly-a-decade-of-tense-relationsSenior Canadian officials said they expected progress but not the definitive elimination of Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola exports during the visit.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/01/13/nine-from-salyan-killed-in-cooking-gas-cylinder-blast-in-indiaTwo families from Takura, ward 2 of Siddha Kumakh, died while asleep.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/13/congress-special-general-convention-forms-new-election-panelThe convention dissolves previous election committee and appoints a five-member panel under Sitaram KC as talks continue to prevent a party split ahead of March elections.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/g7-other-allies-discuss-ways-to-reduce-dependence-on-chinese-rare-earthsThe participating countries and the EU represent 60% of global demand for critical minerals, but China dominates the supply chain, refining between 47% and 87% of key minerals, according to the International Energy Agency.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/13/balendra-shah-s-hint-at-candidacy-heats-jhapa-5-politics Possible run seen as challenge to KP Sharma Oli’s stronghold amid calls for generational shift.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/13/chinese-high-level-delegation-to-visit-kathmandu-next-week Visit comes amid political flux in Nepal following the Gen Z movement.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/13/trump-says-nations-doing-business-with-iran-face-25-tariff-on-us-tradeTrump has said the US may meet Iranian officials and that he was in contact with Iran’s opposition, while piling pressure on its leaders, including threatening military action.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/01/13/today-s-weather-january-13-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/13/the-illusion-of-cool-parentingIn trying to be gentle and modern, many parents forget their role as guides. The result is children without direction and homes without boundaries.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/13/ku-launches-master-s-in-film-studiesThe programme requires students to produce multiple short films and complete a graduation film project.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/13/thorgeli-jaggery-turns-sugarcane-into-a-year-round-livelihood-in-gulmiNamed after the village of Thorga, the jaggery brand is carving out its own market identity and supporting hundreds of farmers.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/01/13/three-is-not-a-crowdGhising’s abrupt depature from the RSP is not a healthy development for Nepali politics.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/13/old-questions-in-new-timesBoth exaggerated hope in new parties and blind faith in old ones are harmful to the public conscience.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/13/nepal-s-democratic-transformationFrom civil war to inclusive peace, the country has travelled a long road in a remarkably short time.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/01/13/piped-water-reaches-most-households-in-remote-jumla-villageResidents of Hima Rural Municipality say they are finally free from daily water worries and can focus on other household chores, hygiene and even kitchen gardening.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/13/congress-leaders-in-hectic-parleys-to-avert-party-splitThapa, Sharma demand recognition of convention, election ticket overhaul, and Deuba’s withdrawal from party control.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/12/congress-general-secretaries-call-for-sweeping-reformsThapa and Sharma present bold proposals on governance, anti-corruption, electoral reform, inclusivity and national development.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/12/bridge-work-stalls-as-equipment-stuck-at-customsThe equipment has been held at Kerung for the past two weeks. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/01/12/after-funding-dispute-tu-teaching-hospital-halts-services-under-government-health-insuranceHospital says decision takes effect from January 15, but patients reported being denied services from Monday.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/01/12/patan-high-court-intervenes-in-anfa-s-plan-for-early-electionsThe ANFA has planned early elections on February 11 in Jhapa.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/12/european-commissioner-says-us-military-takeover-of-greenland-would-be-end-of-natoBoth Greenland and Denmark have said that Greenland is not for sale but Trump has not ruled out taking it by force.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/12/head-constable-dies-after-falling-from-cliff-in-kavreThe victim had left the police post at around 10 am on Monday in connection with official duties, police said.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/12/four-killed-in-baitadi-van-crashAll the injured are receiving treatment at Dadeldhura District Hospital.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/12/congress-special-convention-extended-to-tuesday-as-leadership-selection-loomsParty president Deuba seeks legal advice amid concerns over legitimacy of the convention.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/12/nepse-slips-5-54-points-as-turnover-risesShare prices of 75 companies rose, while 178 declined and seven remained unchanged.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/12/thailand-s-liberal-opposition-tops-polls-as-election-loomsA poll released on Sunday by the National Institute for Development Administration also showed Natthaphong as the top choice for premier.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/12/trump-says-weighing-tough-response-to-iran-crackdown-says-tehran-called-to-negotiateAuthorities on Sunday declared three days of national mourning “in honour of martyrs killed in resistance against the United States and the Zionist regime,” according to state media.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/12/congress-special-general-convention-plans-major-structural-reforms-youth-representation-in-focusBishwa Prakash Sharma’s report proposes age-based representation, inclusivity, and merit-based appointments to restore public trust.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/01/12/three-killed-in-baitadi-jeep-crash Vehicle plunges 300 metres off Jayaprithvi Highway.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/12/prashant-tamang-s-body-taken-to-darjeeling-from-bagdograFans throng airport as Indian Idol winner’s funeral to be held in birthplace.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/12/landmark-myanmar-rohingya-genocide-case-to-open-at-un-s-top-courtThe outcome will have repercussions beyond Myanmar, likely affecting South Africa’s genocide case at the ICJ against Israel over the war in Gaza.