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/2026/07/11/supreme-court-stalls-government-s-high-profile-asset-probeThe apex court orders the commission not to seek asset details or recommend legal action against public officials until a full bench delivers its verdict.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/07/10/a-night-of-honours-and-performances-for-nepali-musicThe ‘Xtreme Energy Drink Presents National Music Awards’ honoured artists across 16 categories, bringing together established and emerging musicians for an evening of performances and tributes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/ganesh-nepali-was-fined-1-000-rupees-it-cost-him-his-lifeThe ride-hailing driver’s death from self-immolation has forced the government to confront a warning it gave itself years ago — as opposition lawmakers quote Balendra Shah’s own past words on state failure back to him in parliament.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/government-reiterates-commitment-to-one-china-policy-amid-dalai-lama-birthday-controversyForeign Ministry says country-specific economic diplomacy strategies prepared for 20 nations.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/07/10/bangladesh-s-hasina-plans-december-return-with-party-colleagues-to-surrenderThe South Asian nation’s longest-serving leader said she and members of her Awami League aim to return voluntarily to the country they fled two years ago ‌and present themselves in court.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/07/10/nepal-to-face-india-a-in-december-t20-seriesThe three-match series will be played at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur following an agreement between CAN and BCCI officials in Edinburgh.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/07/10/jhuma-limbu-nhyoo-bajracharya-win-top-honours-at-radio-kantipur-music-awardsThe event, organised to celebrate Radio Kantipur’s 28th anniversary, recognises artists in playback, folk, modern and other music categories.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/families-to-remain-first-line-of-care-under-proposed-elderly-policyThe proposed policy prioritises family and community-based care while assigning local governments a larger role in healthcare, rehabilitation and social support for senior citizens.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/07/10/who-is-accountable-for-ganesh-nepali-s-deathHis tragedy is not merely a localised incident of a fine gone wrong. It is a symptom of a deeper, more systemic rot in our urban governance.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/07/10/protests-erupt-after-ride-hailing-driver-dies-from-burn-injuriesDemonstrators demanding justice for Ganesh Nepali marched in Kathmandu after he died following a self-immolation outside the Department of Passports. Police blocked protesters from reaching Bir Hospital.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/07/10/belgium-say-they-can-upset-spain-in-world-cup-last-eightSpain entered the tournament as one of the favourites and after a ‌slow start found their swagger with a 3-0 win over Austria in the round of 32.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/07/10/eleven-killed-19-missing-in-one-of-spain-s-deadliest-wildfiresPrime Minister Pedro Sanchez said in a post on X he felt “enormous sadness and devastation” over the ​consequences of the fire, offering his condolences to the families of the victims.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/police-question-three-municipal-officers-after-burn-victim-diesThe deceased's family has refused to claim the body until the government guarantees support for his wife and daughter.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/07/10/spain-face-toughest-world-cup-test-against-belgium-coach-saysUnbeaten Spain have yet to concede a goal at the tournament, but Luis de la Fuente says Belgium’s experienced squad will pose their biggest challenge so far in Friday’s quarter-final in Los Angeles.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/man-who-set-himself-on-fire-outside-passport-department-succumbs-to-injuriesGanesh Nepali, 25, from Mugu, died while undergoing treatment at Bir Hospital after suffering severe burn injuries in a self-immolation attempt in Kathmandu.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/fertiliser-shortage-leaves-farmers-scrambling-amid-tighter-border-checksFarmers are searching across borders and cooperative depots for scarce chemical fertiliser, with some forced to transplant without it and others facing difficulties bringing supplies from India.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/doctors-halt-india-transfer-plan-as-ganesh-nepali-s-condition-turns-criticalGovernment had arranged an air ambulance to airlift the burn victim to New Delhi, but specialists at Bir Hospital warned that moving him while unstable could put his life at greater risk.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/07/10/iran-says-it-hits-us-military-targets-in-gulf-buries-slain-leader-khameneiIran says it struck US military installations in Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for American attacks, while Washington vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/07/10/mbappe-strikes-again-after-missing-penalty-as-france-outclass-morocco-to-reach-semi-finalsCaptain rebounds from an early penalty miss with a landmark goal as France's clinical second-half burst proves too much for Morocco.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/07/10/back-in-nepal-yodda-is-chasing-a-bigger-dreamAfter 16 years in the UK, rapper Yodda reflects on leaving the British Army, reconnecting with Nepal, and why he believes Nepali hip-hop is on the verge of global recognition.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/10/hetauda-textile-industry-revival-plan-moves-aheadArmy begins feasibility study as government explores restarting the defunct state-owned factory after 26 years.https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/07/10/starlink-eyes-nepal-entry-via-bangladesh-but-domestic-regulatory-policy-hurdles-persistDhaka’s approval creates a technical pathway for satellite internet into Nepal, yet licensing rules and foreign ownership restrictions continue to keep Starlink out.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/07/10/uml-survey-finds-little-support-for-oli-s-continued-leadershipThe internal survey submitted to the party's general secretary shows 87.6 percent of respondents backing a leadership overhaul.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/07/10/hundreds-leave-janakpur-on-a-march-to-kathmandu-to-appeal-against-loan-sharksHundreds begin a 15-day walk from Janakpur, saying authorities have failed to curb predatory lending, leaving borrowers trapped in court battles and at risk of losing their property.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/07/09/fix-flaws-in-new-rules-to-better-serve-education-sectorThe government must better engage stakeholders to balance oversight and business viability.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/07/09/reclaiming-the-dignity-of-child-soldiers-of-the-people-s-warStolen from classrooms and playgrounds and thrust into conflict, the minors lost their formative years of education, economic mobility and psychological security.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/07/09/the-case-for-nepal-s-sovereign-wealth-funds-to-attract-fdiNepal can reach its goal of becoming a $100 billion economy in five years by adopting innovative tax policies to build a foreign sovereign wealth fund, and by creating a friendly business climate.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/07/09/repeated-fines-forced-ride-hailing-driver-to-set-himself-ablaze-family-allegesGanesh Nepali sustained serious injuries after setting himself ablaze outside the Department of Passports in Kathmandu.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/govt-unveils-ambitious-national-commitment-paper-outlining-governance-reform-agendaThe Cabinet-endorsed document sets ambitious targets, including 7 percent annual economic growth, 1.5 million new jobs and wide-ranging reforms in governance, digitalisation and public service delivery.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/karnali-highway-remains-province-s-deadliest-road-despite-millions-spent-on-repairs Police say the highway accounts for nearly 56 percent of road accidents in the province as poor road conditions, ageing vehicles, difficult terrain and weak traffic discipline continue to fuel fatal crashes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/property-inquiry-commission-begins-vetting-officials-assetsMore than 13,000 public officials have filed asset declarations while around 1,500 complaints alleging concealed wealth and proxy ownership are under review.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/court-acquits-former-nepal-telecom-chief-and-17-others-in-corruption-caseAnti-graft agency had sought Rs330 million in damages over alleged irregularities in the company’s billing system upgrade.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/fresh-bird-flu-detection-in-dead-crows-keeps-central-zoo-shut Zoo has lost around Rs20 million since closing three weeks ago, as bird flu spreads to 84 poultry farms across the Valley and 22 in Kavrepalanchok.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/07/09/fifa-refereeing-chief-rejects-claims-of-bias-in-argentina-s-win-over-egyptCollina says questioning officials’ integrity has no place in football after Egypt’s complaints over VAR decisions.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/07/09/karnali-shelves-flagship-girls-savings-scheme-leaving-11-000-beneficiaries-in-limboThe provincial government has excluded the programme from next year’s budget after suspending deposits for four years, triggering criticism from lawmakers and uncertainty over more than Rs420 million already held in beneficiaries’ accounts.https://kathmandupost.com/valley/2026/07/09/man-sets-himself-on-fire-outside-passport-department-in-kathmandu-seriously-injuredPolice say the 25-year-old took the extreme step after city police locked his motorcycle parked outside the department’s gate.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/07/09/half-filled-lpg-policy-leaves-consumers-paying-more-as-supply-fears-easeConsumers, dealers and bottling companies say the emergency measure introduced during the West Asia conflict has outlived its purpose, adding transport costs and operational burdens while full gas supplies remain unavailable.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/meal-suspension-at-holding-centres-sparks-criticism-government-resumes-food-supplyHundreds of displaced families were left uncertain about their next meal after food distribution stopped for nearly two days, before authorities restored the service on Tuesday evening.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/07/09/us-military-carries-out-fresh-strikes-on-iran-prompting-iran-attacks-on-kuwait-and-bahrainThe latest round of attacks, which the US said was carried out in response to Tuesday’s assault on three cargo ships transiting the strait, came hours after President Donald Trump said he believed an interim ceasefire with Iran to be “over.”https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/07/09/three-arrested-over-alleged-bal-mandir-property-embezzlementCIB team detains three people for investigation into alleged misappropriation of property belonging to Bal Mandir in Naxal, Kathmandu.