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/world/2026/02/01/pakistan-says-92-militants-killed-after-attacks-in-balochistanThe attacks were carried out a day after Pakistan’s military said it killed 41 militants in separate raids in Balochistan, which borders Iran and Afghanistan and has faced a decades-long separatist insurgency.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/01/australian-boy-killed-by-shark-in-sydney-harbour-honoured-at-bondi-beachDozens of beaches, including in Sydney, were closed in January after four shark attacks in two days, as heavy rains left water murky and more likely to attract sharks.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/01/gold-silver-prices-dropAfter hitting record highs last week, both metals see a decline.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/01/all-challengers-to-gokarna-bista-in-gulmi-2-are-newcomersCPN-UML vice-chair faces first-time opponents in the March parliamentary elections, with 22 candidates contesting the seat.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/02/01/candidates-brave-snow-and-cold-to-campaign-in-jumla-highlandsDespite harsh winter conditions, party leaders visit villages for door-to-door outreach.https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/02/01/karnali-provincial-assembly-meets-for-first-time-since-gen-z-protests Winter session to convene at temporary venue after fire and vandalism left assembly building unusable.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/01/uk-s-starmer-says-ex-prince-andrew-should-testify-before-congress-over-epstein-tiesNew files related to Epstein published by the US justice department on Friday included emails that showed King Charles’s brother maintaining regular contact with Epstein for more than two years after he was found guilty of child sex crimes.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/01/india-budget-to-promote-reforms-as-room-for-spending-shrinksSitharaman faces pressure to advance reforms and revive investment while keeping the deficit in check amid revenue losses from tax cuts, higher borrowing needs and mounting global trade and geopolitical risks.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/01/today-s-weather-february-1-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/01/the-lure-of-leadershipTo understand its features, we should take a psychopolitical approach.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/01/a-mandate-for-economic-course-correctionThe country cannot afford expensive elections in quick succession.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/02/01/a-new-chapter-in-saudi-nepal-labour-relationsNepalis have long been integral to Saudi’s growth, and their role will remain central in the years ahead.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/01/fiction-here-with-you-foreverJonathan arrived at Hum Bahadur’s village and noticed that several houses were left abandoned.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/01/creator-s-mela-2026-concludesThe mela was designed to bridge the gap between digital storytelling and professional enterprise.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/01/what-icc-says-about-the-associates-participating-in-the-men-s-t20-world-cupCiting Nepal’s involvement in ‘tight finishes’ at the qualifying event, the cricket governing body says the Rhinos are looking to ‘make it out of the group stage for the first time’.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/02/01/nepal-bhutan-begin-saff-u19-women-s-championship-with-defeats-in-pokharaIndia, who have fielded a much younger team in the tournament, edge Nepal 1-0 while Bangladesh put a dozen past Bhutan.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/01/parties-fail-to-streamline-campaign-agendas-as-march-5-polls-nearPublic opinion is divided over Sept 8 killings and Sept 9 destruction, but parties are unable to show their clear standing.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/01/guterres-warning-of-un-financial-collapse-rings-alarm-bells-in-nepalAlong with a drop in the number of Nepali peacekeepers, programmes related to health, education, disaster response, poverty reduction, and governance reforms will be hit.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/01/madhav-nepal-running-from-rautahat-for-sixth-parliamentary-termHis candidacy has been a topic of local debate as voters and political activists deal with questions not just of development and governance, but of legal accountability and integrity.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/01/women-election-candidates-in-nepal-face-abuse-and-vitriolThe few women politicians who were given tickets to contest direct election are dealing with scrutiny over their bodies and identities.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/31/women-call-for-fair-representation-as-systemic-barriers-persist-in-nepali-politicsMore than 300 participants at a public dialogue highlight barriers to women’s political participation and sign petitions demanding equal representation in decision-making roles.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/31/noc-hikes-diesel-and-kerosene-prices-cuts-aviation-fuel-ratesThe corporation revised fuel prices effective from Saturday midnight following changes in procurement costs.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/31/shreesha-bhandari-s-samaya-sutra-a-book-about-time-hits-shelvesThe book delves into the physical, experiential, biological and psychological dimensions of time.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/31/political-instability-after-gen-z-protests-pushed-food-prices-up-eightfoldSupply disruptions, middlemen and volatile politics prompted price hikes in staples, vegetables and fruits in first four months of the current fiscal year.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/31/with-past-winners-out-rupandehi-1-voters-weigh-new-political-choicesIn the last general election in 2022, UML leader Chhabilal Bishwakarma won the seat with 24,882 votes, defeating independent candidate Ghanashyam Bhusal, who secured 21,318 votes.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/31/explosion-occurs-at-iran-s-southern-port-of-bandar-abbas-iranian-media-reportsThe port of Bandar Abbas lies on the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway between Iran and Oman which handles about a fifth of the world’s seaborne oil.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/31/thai-royal-consort-sineenath-bilaskalyani-offers-prayers-at-lumbiniVisit to Buddha’s birthplace expected to boost Thai pilgrim arrivals, say tourism stakeholdershttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/31/law-draws-red-line-on-pr-green-card-holders-in-electionsLaw mandates disqualification and possible prosecution if foreign permanent residency is concealed by elected candidates.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/31/israeli-strikes-kill-26-in-gaza-health-officials-sayAn Israeli military source said the strikes were carried out in response to an incident on Friday in which troops identified eight gunmen emerging from a tunnel in Rafah.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/01/31/bangladesh-hammer-bhutan-12-0-in-saff-u-19-women-s-championship-openerDominant display in Pokhara as holders run riot with multiple hat-tricks and leave Bhutan goallesshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/31/at-least-58-killed-as-skirmishes-continue-in-balochistan-after-coordinated-attacks-at-12-locationsThe state has designated Balochistan-based terrorist groups as Fitna-al-Hindustan to highlight India’s alleged role in terrorism and destabilisation across Pakistan.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/31/four-way-contest-heats-up-in-gulmi-1UML and Congress heavyweights face stiff challenge from RSP and NCP candidates ahead of March 5 pollshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/31/more-than-200-killed-in-coltan-mine-collapse-in-east-congo-official-saysThe collapse occurred on Wednesday and the precise toll was still unclear as of Friday evening.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/31/thousands-flee-northwest-pakistan-after-mosques-warn-of-possible-military-actionOn Tuesday, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif denied any operation was planned or underway in Tirah.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/01/31/the-week-in-seven-photos-1769832883Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/31/thousands-demonstrate-in-minnesota-and-across-us-to-protest-iceBacklash against the administration’s immigration policy also threatened to spark a partial US government shutdown as Democrats in Congress opposed funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/31/scary-and-exciting-aakriti-and-abishek-on-their-debutThe lead actors of the upcoming movie ‘Kumari’, Aakriti Rajbhandari and Abishek Khadka, discuss the challenges of playing complex characters, debut jitters, and the pressure of public scrutiny.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/31/nepathya-to-perform-in-four-cities-during-february-music-tourThe final show will take place on February 14 in Bandipur, marking Nepathya’s first-ever performance there.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/31/events-january-31-to-february-6-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/31/belbas-bethari-road-gets-federal-funding-to-complete-stalled-sectionThe road’s 3-km Motipur stretch has remained a major bottleneck since work stopped six years ago due to lack of funds.