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/2026/08/23/school-bill-is-caught-between-who-decides-and-who-paysLocal governments resist federal encroachment, while private schools want policy certainty and teachers better pay and benefits.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/08/23/india-s-rising-power-demand-offers-nepal-a-market-but-not-foreverIndia’s electricity demand is projected to more than double over the next decade, but its rapid expansion of solar, wind, storage and nuclear power means Nepal cannot assume it will remain a captive market for its hydropower.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/08/23/udayapur-cement-once-nepal-s-pride-teeters-on-the-brink-of-bankruptcyBuried under liabilities exceeding Rs5 billion, the factory has been unable to pay employees for 17 months.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/08/23/microfinance-was-supposed-to-save-asia-s-poor-why-has-it-failed-to-live-up-to-its-promise For the poorest households, taking on debt may be particularly inappropriate when they lack the capacity to generate a reliable and sustainable return.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/23/landless-families-return-to-razed-settlement-three-months-after-evictionKohalpur Municipality says it is verifying landless claims and promises permanent resettlement for genuine families.https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/08/23/robots-can-outrun-humans-but-can-they-plug-in-a-cableThe five-day World Humanoid Robot Games combine events modelled on human sports with those designed to test the robots in simulated factories, restaurants, ​offices and in emergency situations.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/08/23/six-je-deaths-in-10-cases-put-jhapa-at-centre-of-vaccination-pushExperts urge nationwide vaccination to protect vulnerable populations as the outbreak has gripped all provinces.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/23/bheri-bridge-remains-in-ruins-four-years-after-collapseResidents say repeated appeals to local, provincial and federal governments have brought no repairs, leaving them struggling to access healthcare, education and daily necessities.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/08/23/search-continues-for-22-after-bulk-carrier-sinks-off-indiaThe Coast Guard has sent two vessels from Sri Vijaya Puram, formerly known as ​Port Blair, for ​the search-and-rescue operation, a Coast Guard spokesperson said.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/23/two-year-old-girl-found-dead-in-bush-stepmother-held-for-questioningPolice sent the body for a postmortem examination.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/08/23/india-launches-rescue-operation-as-bulk-carrier-sinks-off-east-coastRescue teams are searching for 22 missing crew members after the Panama-flagged vessel sank about 240 nautical miles from India’s Paradip port while carrying iron ore to Singapore.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/08/23/cosmetic-imports-rise-as-demand-grows-in-nepal Imports of makeup, skincare and haircare products reached Rs13 billion in the last fiscal year, with traders attributing rising demand to social media and the growing beauty-service industry.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/23/internal-party-disputes-delay-cabinet-expansion-in-lumbini-karnaliDisagreements over ministerial appointments have left both provincial governments struggling to complete their cabinets, with delays already affecting government business and budget implementation.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/08/23/landslide-puts-five-houses-at-risk-in-kathmandu-s-tarakeshwarAround 50 households affected after excavation for a house construction project triggers slope failure in Jarankhu, locals say.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/08/23/18th-nada-auto-show-to-open-on-tuesdayThe four-day event will feature new vehicle brands, locally assembled electric scooters, automotive technologies and special festive-season offers.https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/08/23/chinese-robots-beat-usain-bolt-s-100m-world-record-at-beijing-gamesThe Tiangong Ultra’s 9.39-second run marks a dramatic leap from last year, as China expands a competition showcasing the growing speed and capabilities of humanoid robots.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/08/23/canada-to-impose-retaliatory-tariffs-on-us-steel-electronics-other-products-carney-saysThe breakdown follows days of negotiations over vehicles, trade agreements and other issues, leaving businesses on both sides facing greater uncertainty as the two neighbours’ trade relationship deteriorates.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/23/government-family-reach-three-point-agreement-over-bara-girl-s-killingThe deal includes reviewing laws on serious crimes, constructing the girl’s bust, and holding funeral rites according to family customs.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/08/23/budget-friendly-places-for-nepali-students-in-nagoyaThese five areas offer students different ways to balance affordable rent, convenient commutes and everyday amenities.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/08/23/in-panchthar-a-century-old-community-labour-tradition-lives-onAmid repeated floods and landslides, residents of the far-eastern district are rediscovering the strength of ‘harguhar’ to keep their district connected.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/23/arghakhanchi-to-issue-hunting-licences-to-curb-wild-boar-deer-menaceAs crop destruction has reached a point of displacing farmers from their villages, the goal is to protect food crops, says forest officer.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/08/23/one-year-of-visceral-adrenaline-rushA year after the dizziness of freedom, Nepal is still deciding whether it got a revolution or a very expensive tantrum.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/08/23/nepal-china-ties-at-71-time-to-move-beyond-symbolism-to-substanceDo we see cooperation with China as a long-term strategy or a saviour only in emergencies?https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/08/23/nepal-wants-no-caesarDemocracy in Nepal will be measured by creating stronger institutions, not by relying on a Nepali Caesar to save the country.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/22/rautahat-police-inflate-arrest-tallies-by-counting-fine-payments-as-capturesPolice collected court fines at convenient locations before reporting them as arrests, allegedly to boost performance figures, while court officials and legal experts question the practice.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/22/nepal-stalls-un-rapporteur-visit-amid-delays-in-transitional-justice-appointmentsGovernment cited lack of office-bearers in transitional justice commissions for cancelling Duhaime’s June visit but has made little progress in filling the vacancies.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/08/22/nepal-s-trade-routes-to-china-suffer-repeated-monsoon-disruptionsRepeated landslides, unfinished roads and weak infrastructure disrupt northern trade, raising costs and limiting Nepal’s exports to China.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/08/22/seven-dead-in-uk-after-vehicle-travelling-wrong-way-hits-police-carThe police force said it was still investigating ​the circumstances of the crash and was working to formally identify ‌all the people killed.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/08/22/dhant-prepares-to-block-murdoch-s-social-media-jabs-with-real-punches-in-shanghaiAs the Kiwi prospect escalates his pre-fight antics on social media, Nepal’s bantamweight star stays locked in on the fight that could earn him a historic UFC contract.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/22/youth-networks-take-the-lead-in-tackling-chhaupadi-and-child-marriageDespite resistance from families and limited support from community leaders, child club members in western Nepal are dismantling menstrual huts and helping stop underage marriages.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/08/22/us-iran-keep-up-hostile-rhetoric-ahead-of-new-sanctionsUS Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the US military helped move a seven-day average of 8 million barrels a day of oil through the strait.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/22/record-gharial-hatchlings-offer-fresh-hope-for-bardiya-s-riversThe 96 hatchlings are the highest number recorded at Bardiya’s breeding centre in nearly a decade, but pollution, habitat loss and fishing nets continue to threaten the critically endangered species.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/08/22/nepal-wins-first-medal-at-international-olympiad-in-aiSidant Chaturbedi takes bronze as three other Nepali contestants receive Honourable Mentions at the competition in Kazakhstan.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/08/22/why-the-rsp-is-struggling-to-fill-key-leadership-positions Nearly two months after its first general convention, the ruling party still has vacant positions in its office-bearer team, central committee, secretariat and departments. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/08/22/weak-demand-keeps-nepal-s-stock-market-under-pressureNEPSE drops 0.95 percent as weekly turnover rises 15 percent, wiping Rs43 billion off investors’ market wealth, while analysts call for measures to restore confidence and boost demand.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/08/22/prince-harry-and-others-ordered-to-pay-millions-over-failed-lawsuitJudge Matthew Nicklin’s judgment on costs, which was published on Friday, ordered an interim payment from the claimants of £9.54 million, due by August 28, towards the legal costs of Associated Newspapers.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/22/demolition-begins-to-reclaim-encroached-pond-land-in-janakpurAuthorities began clearing structures from Gordhoi Pond on Saturday after residents ignored notices and appeals to voluntarily vacate the encroached land.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/08/22/home-minister-promises-justice-for-bara-toddlerSudan Gurung says suspects have been arrested and additional people detained after the girl’s family filed a police complaint.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/08/22/subin-bhattarai-s-summer-love-brings-a-popular-nepali-romance-to-the-stageSubin Bhattarai’s novel captures nostalgia and the chemistry between Atit and Saya, but heavy-handed music, dance and performances often overshadow its emotional core.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/08/22/book-review-why-and-how-chapal-bhaduri-became-raniRoy’s book presents an iconic female impersonator on his own terms, without recasting him as a proto-queer icon.