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/2026/05/30/4-day-holiday-revives-nepal-tourism-as-major-destinations-report-surge-in-arrivalsHotel and resort owners report full occupancy at cool stations as people escape hot weather, albeit momentarily.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/khanikhola-farmers-shift-from-maize-and-buckwheat-to-coffee-cultivationCoffee farming, once limited to a small area of Khanikhola, has now expanded across all wards of the rural municipality.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/05/30/who-chief-rallies-community-in-congo-s-ebola-response-calls-for-more-fundingFrench aid group Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) on Saturday ​warned that the ​latest Ebola outbreak - ⁠the 17th since 1976 - was spreading at an unprecedented pace.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/30/nepal-to-face-china-tomorrow-for-final-asian-games-spotDespite posting their joint highest-ever T20I total against Malaysia, Nepal women suffered a two-wicket defeat in the semifinal of the Asian Games’ qualifier. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/chitlang-thakkot-road-to-close-for-two-weeks-from-sundayTraffic along the Ganesh Man Singh Marga to be suspended from May 31 to June 13 for upgrades and blacktopping.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/05/30/salah-heads-egypt-world-cup-squad-teen-talent-abdel-karim-earns-call-upEgypt will begin ​their World Cup campaign against Belgium on ​June 15 in Seattle as part of Group G, which also ‌includes New Zealand and Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/453-nepali-nationals-rescued-from-alleged-trafficking-racket-in-india-s-kushinagarPolice said the group involved collected between INR 7,000 and up to INR 100,000 per person under the guise of membership fees linked to a network marketing-style scheme.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/30/myanmar-s-junta-chief-turned-president-heads-to-india-with-an-eye-on-chinaIn a dawn takeover on February 1, 2021, Min Aung ​Hlaing ousted the elected civilian government led by Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi, sparking a protest movement that transformed into a nationwide ​armed uprising against the military.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/30/nepse-gains-23-61-points-in-holiday-shortened-week-as-hydropower-stocks-dominate Benchmark index closes at 2,782.10, adding Rs42 billion to investor wealth.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/05/30/the-week-in-seven-photos-1780113592Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/30/reimagining-calligraphy-under-the-rainDrawing from Ranjana Lipi and Bhaktapur’s artistic heritage, Kristan Napit turns umbrellas into unconventional spaces for calligraphic experimentation.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/30/bringing-mahabharat-into-the-presentDirected by Nabin Bhatta, the play uses Eklavya’s story to question power structures.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/30/book-review-history-beyond-the-palace-walls‘Sandhikal’ argues that Nepal’s transformation was driven not only by political upheaval but also by shifts in media, culture and public imagination.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/30/events-may-30-to-june-5-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/30/sports-sees-repeated-budget-allocation-for-several-projectsRepetition has been seen in the budget for cricket stadiums in Mulpani, Biratnagar and Kailali, alongside the 10th National Games in Karnali.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/30/government-aims-to-remove-nepal-from-eu-air-safety-list-by-mid-january-2027Budget prioritises tourism and aviation reforms, including wellness tourism push and restructuring of aviation authority.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/infrastructure-sector-tops-budget-allocation-for-new-fiscal-yearThe government has announced a ‘mission mode’ approach to speed up project delivery through reforms, flexible financing, and improved coordination, while setting ambitious targets for roads, bridges, and drinking water access. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/government-doubles-child-nutrition-allowance-widens-social-security-spendingMinistry receives Rs2.27 billion as budget expands support for Dalit children, persons with disabilities and marginalised groups amid implementation concerns.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/30/30-000-award-established-for-himalayan-mountaineering-contributorsEverest Alliance Nepal and Chinese firm GoNature Outdoor Sports Group set up the ‘largest’ prize in the mountaineering sector to recognise individuals and institutions supporting alpine communities.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/centre-tightens-purse-strings-on-local-units-boosts-provincial-grantsExperts argue that the budget reflects a centralised approach, as the federal government retains most responsibilities instead of strengthening fiscal federalism. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/30/judiciary-gets-0-45-percent-of-national-budget-despite-calls-for-higher-shareCourts receive Rs9.49 billion as government renews pledge to conclude transitional justice process and expand digital judicial reforms.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/30/ev-duties-to-be-based-on-value-rather-than-motor-capacityOther tax reforms include higher excise on sin goods, digital VAT incentives, and major relief measures for businesses and middle-class taxpayers.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/30/rs2-12-trillion-budget-appeases-middle-class-banks-on-growth-despite-debt-concernsWagle unveils sweeping tax reforms, privatisation plans and major infrastructure targets, but critics question the record borrowing and feasibility of achieving 7 percent growth amid economic fragility. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/29/budget-allocates-rs3-63-billion-for-labour-sector-focuses-on-safer-foreign-employment-and-skills-developmentGovernment announces zero-cost migration measures, remittance investment schemes, rescue support for stranded workers and programmes for returnee migrants.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/05/29/budget-heralds-a-promise-of-middle-class-expansion-and-market-growthIn a deeper sense, it issues a call to the middle class itself: to step forward, engage productively, and help shape Nepal’s political economy.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/29/gen-z-leaders-welcome-budget-support-measures-for-victims-but-stress-urgent-implementationGovernment announces financial assistance for martyrs’ families, free treatment and monthly allowances for injured, along with entrepreneurship and rehabilitation programmes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/29/budget-offers-10-year-tax-holiday-for-cinema-halls-outside-major-cities-film-sector-welcomes-moveGovernment’s tax exemption for new cinema halls outside metropolitan and sub-metropolitan areas draws mixed response as stakeholders welcome expansion but note gaps in broader film infrastructure plans.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/29/from-k-pop-to-k-glow-lasers-facial-firming-drive-south-korea-s-new-tourism-waveJust over 2 million ​foreigners visited South Korea last year for medical treatment, nearly double the 2024 figure of 1.17 million, the health ministry said in April.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/government-allocates-rs12-31-billion-for-forestry-environment-and-climate-sectorFinance Minister Wagle says access to concessional international climate finance for private sector to be expanded alongside carbon reduction and conservation programmes.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/05/29/mbbs-classes-to-begin-at-dasharath-chand-health-science-university-this-year50-bed Geta Hospital to be upgraded to 300-bed facility.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/29/government-announces-vision-kathmandu-2040-with-integrated-urban-infrastructure-planBudget outlines long-term plan featuring flyovers, underpasses, river corridor development, waste management reforms and shift to electric public transport in Kathmandu Valley.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-raises-civil-servants-salaries-by-21-percent-boosts-spending-on-sports-health-and-social-welfareGovernment announces pay rise after four-year freeze, expands health insurance funding, pledges new stadiums and launches support programmes for Gen-Z movement victims.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-prioritises-roads-health-education-and-energy-projectsGovernment announces tunnel road opening, expansion of burn treatment services and new plans for universities, hydropower and fintech regulation.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-allocates-rs218-30-billion-to-education-sector-prioritises-skills-and-innovationGovernment plans to promote skill-based education, allow migrant workers to study through Open University and encourage foreign universities to open campuses in Nepal.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-puts-ai-health-reform-and-infrastructure-expansion-at-centre-of-policy-pushFinance Minister Wagle announces reforms in immigration, health insurance, capital markets and public utilities while pledging expanded road, water and social welfare programmeshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-offers-tax-relief-digital-payment-incentives-and-push-for-ai-educationGovernment announces concessions for domestic industries, easier overseas investment rules and plans to raise Rastriya Banijya Bank capital.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-proposes-sovereign-wealth-fund-nepal-telecom-divestment-and-energy-sector-reformsFinance Minister Wagle said government would retain a 66 percent stake in Nepal Telecom while distributing the remaining shares to the public.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/budget-introduces-hedge-fund-legal-reforms-and-major-tax-cuts-for-fiscal-year-2026-27Finance Minister Wagle opens secondary stock market to NRNs, slashes tariffs on industrial raw materials, and establishes a commercial tribunal for speedy dispute resolution.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/29/finance-minister-wagle-unveils-budget-for-fiscal-year-2026-27-announces-tax-relief-and-ministry-cutsPresenting the budget at a joint session of Parliament, Wagle announced that individuals with annual income of up to Rs1 million would be exempt from personal income tax.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/29/injured-england-captain-sciver-brunt-on-track-to-return-for-t20-world-cupEngland face Australia and India ​in World Cup warm-up games before beginning their campaign ​against Sri Lanka on June 12 in Birmingham.