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.comNo immediate need to evacuate Nepalis from Gulf region, says MoFAhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/no-immediate-need-to-evacuate-nepalis-from-gulf-region-says-mofaOut of 15 Nepalis injured in Iran attack in the Gulf and Israel, 14 have returned to work after treatment.Quick-witted wife saves India’s World Cup hero’s train rusehttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/11/quick-witted-wife-saves-india-s-world-cup-hero-s-train-ruseWhile his companions boarded first, Dube slipped on at the last ​moment, made for his coach and climbed to the top berth, hoping for a quiet ‌eight-hour ride.EC announces closure of election information and operations centreshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/ec-announces-closure-of-election-information-and-operations-centresThe commission set up the EEIC on December 26, 2025, to ensure the effective dissemination of election-related information to media organisations, stakeholders and voters.NEPSE Index falls 46.78 points as market decline continueshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/11/nepse-index-falls-46-78-points-as-market-decline-continuesTurnover drops sharply to Rs13.18 billion on Wednesday.PR vote counting completes; RSP secures highest voteshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/pr-vote-counting-completes-rsp-secures-highest-votesFinal results awaiting as data entry continues: ECAir strikes reported across the Middle East, Iran clamps down on dissenthttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/11/air-strikes-reported-across-the-middle-east-iran-clamps-down-on-dissentThe conflict has effectively blocked vital shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, halting the flow of one-fifth of the world’s fossil energy supplies from the petroleum-rich Gulf.Family launches demonstrations in Surkhet over death of teenage girlhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/family-launches-demonstrations-in-surkhet-over-death-of-teenage-girlFour arrested as family demands impartial investigationGold price increases Rs 2,000 per tola today to trade at Rs 319,000 https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/11/gold-price-increases-rs-2-000-per-tola-to-trade-at-rs-319-000-todaySilver price remains unchangedRSP chief Lamichhane’s election expenses stand at nearly Rs 1 millionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/rsp-chief-lamichhane-s-election-expenses-stand-at-nearly-rs-1-millionLamichhane submits polls spending details to ECHeaviest day of strikes yet on Iran despite market bets that war will end soonhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/11/heaviest-day-of-strikes-yet-on-iran-despite-market-bets-that-war-will-end-soonEarly on Wednesday, Iranian state media reported another round of attacks was unleashed on US military installations in Bahrain.Budget woes stall Karnali Academy of Health Sciences’ expansionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/budget-woes-stall-karnali-academy-of-health-sciences-expansionAmbitious nine-year master plan envisions modern medical facilities and expanded healthcare for Karnali residents.What I Watch Online: Pavitra Gautamhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/11/what-i-watch-online-pavitra-gautamGautam is the CEO and co-founder of Karkhana. He is an educator and entrepreneur.Today’s weather: March 11, 2026https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/11/today-s-weather-march-11-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Footballers end protest after deal to start A Division League on April 13https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/11/footballers-end-protest-after-deal-to-start-a-division-league-on-april-13Clubs feel left out and pressurised as they were not part of the agreement between players and ANFA to hold the remaining matches of the top-tier regularly from May 3.After measles hits over 60 children, Baglung to start vaccination Fridayhttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/11/after-measles-hits-over-60-children-baglung-to-start-vaccination-fridayOfficials target 7,000 children aged 10-19. Vaccination status of infected children unknown.The human story behind the floodhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/11/the-human-story-behind-the-floodDirector Kim Byung-woo blends disaster cinema with philosophical inquiry in ‘The Great Flood’, where memory and AI blur the boundaries of human experience.Is RSP leadership hesitant to confirm Shah as PM?https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/is-rsp-leadership-hesitant-to-confirm-shah-as-pmWhile Lamichhane and Aryal’s remarks raise questions, lower-rung leaders say there is no question of deviating from the previous agreement.Political bastions collapse as voters embrace new faces across Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/political-bastions-collapse-as-voters-embrace-new-faces-across-nepalLong-established politicians were defeated and traditional parties displaced as RSP gained sweeping nationwide influence.The new government wants to court India, China, and the West — without owing any of themhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/rsp-eyes-prosperity-via-development-diplomacy The RSP calls it “development diplomacy.” Experts say it's an attempt to attract investment and aid without the political strings that have made MCC and BRI so controversial.Kathmandu frets over cooking gas, but oil corporation says supply normalhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/11/kathmandu-frets-over-cooking-gas-but-oil-corporation-says-supply-normalThailand, Vietnam, India and Bangladesh roll out energy-saving measures.Foul playhttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/11/foul-play-1773189355We cannot expect gold-medal football performances on a copper-coin budget managed with leaden hands.When the bell tollshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/11/when-the-bell-tollsDelivery will test whether the rabble-rousers can remain relevant amid mounting challenges.How public expectations are redefining political legitimacy in Nepalhttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/11/how-public-expectations-are-redefining-political-legitimacy-in-nepalFollowing decades of progress, the challenge today is making democratic governance effective. Question themhttps://kathmandupost.com/opinion/2026/03/11/question-themSupporting the new government is vital but vigilance is needed to prevent yet another political disaster. Al Qaeda-linked group killed at least 12 truck drivers in Mali, HRW sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/al-qaeda-linked-group-killed-at-least-12-truck-drivers-in-mali-hrw-saysMalian military authorities have turned to armed escorts to ease ​a fuel supply blockade on the landlocked country imposed ​by the insurgents.What is the ‘acid rain’ in the wake of US bombings in Iran? https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/10/what-is-the-acid-rain-in-the-wake-of-us-bombings-in-iranThis rain would include acids but also likely a host of other pollutants that are harmful to humans and the environment in the short and long term. Hundreds killed in Haiti drone strikes, including 60 civilians, Human Rights Watch sayshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/hundreds-killed-in-haiti-drone-strikes-including-60-civilians-human-rights-watch-saysThe UN office in Haiti (BINUH) has also recorded dozens of civilian deaths and injuries from drones, including a mother of three killed while selling goods on the street.Matrika Yadav’s journey from peace process to fourth term in Parliamenthttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/matrika-yadav-s-journey-from-peace-process-to-fourth-term-in-parliamentThe candidacy of RSP candidate Kishori Sah Kamal was annulled in Dhanusha-1, though votes were still cast in his favour.Indian restaurants warn of shutdowns as Iran war makes cooking gas scarcehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/indian-restaurants-warn-of-shutdowns-as-iran-war-makes-cooking-gas-scarceThe fuel shortage comes as the US-Israel war on Iran has halted ship traffic in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, driving up energy prices and transport costs, hitting exports and output from Gulf producers.Four detained in Surkhet teen’s suspicious deathhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/four-arrested-in-connection-with-death-of-16-year-old-girl-in-surkhetThe teenager was found unconscious at a community forest in Birendranagar-4.Airlines hike ticket prices as Iran war propels fuel costshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/airlines-hike-ticket-prices-as-iran-war-propels-fuel-costsAirfares have soared on Asia-Europe routes ​due to airspace closures and capacity constraints, and Hong Kongs Cathay Pacific Airways (0293.HK) said on Tuesday it was adding extra flights to London and Zurich in March.Trump, Putin talk of war and peace as US weighs easing Russian oil sanctionshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/trump-putin-talk-of-war-and-peace-as-us-weighs-easing-russian-oil-sanctionsThe move would be intended to boost world supplies of oil following disruptions to Middle East shipments but could also complicate US efforts to deprive Russia of revenue for its war in Ukraine.Nepse slips 32 points as investors book profits after Monday’s rallyhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/nepse-slips-32-points-as-investors-book-profits-after-monday-s-rallyOf the companies traded on Tuesday, share prices of 78 firms increased while 178 declined.Finance Minister Khanal returns ‘red passport’https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/finance-minister-khanal-returns-red-passportKhanal says the diplomatic passport was the only government property he had received.ADB approves $40 million concessional loan to boost Nepal’s digital transformationhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/adb-approves-40-million-concessional-loan-to-boost-nepal-s-digital-transformationThe World Bank is the lead lender for the Nepal Digital Transformation Project and approved a $50 million concessional loan for the initiative in February this year.BTS returns and so does Armyhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/bts-returns-and-so-does-armyBTS' long-awaited reunion also spotlights the growing influence of modern fandoms in society and the role millions of Army played in shaping itNew National Assembly arithmetic puts check on lower house dominancehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/new-national-assembly-arithmetic-puts-check-on-lower-house-dominanceDespite RSP’s near two-thirds strength in the lower house, constitutional amendments and major treaties still need 40 votes in the upper chamber.Nepalis in Gulf may return home via Saudi Arabia, says MoFAhttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/10/nepalis-in-gulf-may-return-home-via-saudi-arabia-says-mofaNepali missions will facilitate Saudi visas for nationals in Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and the UAE amid escalating regional tensions.Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikeshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/iran-says-oil-blockade-will-continue-until-attacks-end-trump-threatens-to-escalate-strikesAt least 1,332 Iranian civilians have been killed and thousands wounded since the US and Israel launched a barrage of air and missile strikes ⁠across Iran at the end of February, according to Iran’s UN ambassador.When ambition becomes harmfulhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/when-ambition-becomes-harmfulStriving for success can drive growth, but when it consumes identity, it can jeopardise mental health.