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/money/2026/05/15/arrears-hit-rs-755-billion-as-rs88-billion-added-in-a-yearAuditor general’s report uncovers nearly Rs100 billion as arrears during audits of Rs9.48 trillion spent by 5,526 offices in fiscal year 2024–25.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/nepal-thailand-step-up-cooperation-against-human-traffickingAuthorities say traffickers are increasingly using Thailand as a transit point by exploiting tourist visas.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/kailash-mansarovar-pilgrimage-season-beginsTourism entrepreneurs say over 15,000 Indian visitors have booked packages this year as the pilgrimage route through Humla sees increased demand.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/she-climbed-the-sky-half-a-century-of-women-conquering-mount-everestFrom Junko Tabei’s historic ascent in 1975 to a new generation of Nepali climbers, women have steadily reshaped Everest’s record books.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/child-dies-two-critically-ill-after-consuming-poisonous-mushroomsChildren from the same family in Chitwan’s Ichchhakamana Rural Municipality reportedly fell ill after eating wild mushrooms collected from forest.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/15/government-revokes-anfa-supensionDecision follows talks between sports minister, NSC officials and ANFA amid concerns over possible FIFA sanctions and disruption to international fixtures.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/mid-hill-highway-new-town-plan-stalls-amid-policy-gaps-and-budget-freezesLaunched 15 years ago, the initiative aimed to settle at least 100,000 people in each town by 2033 and curb migration from the hills.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/15/trump-leaves-beijing-with-few-wins-many-warm-words-for-xiXi warns against mishandling Taiwan as Trump leaves Beijing with modest trade gains and few concrete breakthroughs on Iran or technology exports.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/gen-z-representatives-reject-government-invitation-for-constituton-amendment-talksActivists demand full implementation of past agreement and withdrawal of cases before engaging in dialogue.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/15/banking-sector-on-edge-after-pandey-s-arrestBankers say arrest over collateral sale under loan recovery process has raised concerns over regulatory clarity and investor confidence.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/05/15/new-customs-rules-halt-informal-border-trade-at-tatopaniRestrictions on food imports without quarantine clearance have disrupted livelihoods in Nepal’s northern border communities and emptied the once-busy Zhangmu market across the frontier.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/15/violent-storm-tears-through-india-s-most-populous-state-killing-over-100Hail and strong winds flatten homes, uproot trees and leave dozens injured across Uttar Pradesh.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/15/trump-and-xi-set-for-second-day-of-talks-after-taiwan-warningXi warns Taiwan issue could derail ties as Trump seeks trade wins, Iran support and a possible extension of tariff truce during Beijing summit.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/nepal-s-parliament-is-now-accessible-in-sign-language-but-interpreters-face-challengesDeaf viewers can now follow parliamentary debates independently for the first time, though interpreters say the work remains technically and mentally demanding.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/15/women-across-nepal-are-transforming-handicraft-from-household-work-to-thriving-businessesOnce confined to homes and treated as unpaid labour, handicraft work is now helping women earn income and build businesses.https://kathmandupost.com/theater/2026/05/15/at-mandala-theatre-caste-disparities-dictated-by-buffalosThrough music, ‘Lahuri Bhainsi’ examines the cycle of power and social inequality.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/05/15/scotland-climbs-to-top-in-league-2-after-defending-highest-ever-odi-total-at-tu-groundThe Scottish side posted 321/6 in the first innings, which was reduced to 47 overs due to rain. The target was revised to 249 in 32 overs during the chase, and the Americans fell short by two runs.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/05/15/in-nepal-wild-mushrooms-claim-lives-every-monsoon-but-there-is-no-official-dataThe National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority maintains records of almost all disasters, but has no data on wild mushroom poisoning, which is not legally classified as a disaster.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/court-halts-government-s-reform-push-and-some-see-institutional-friction The orders blocking ban on trade union and student union come against a backdrop of tensions, including disputes over recent habeas corpus orders and chief justice nomination.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/15/india-s-protectionist-policies-squeeze-nepali-markets-and-raise-food-security-fearsRepeated export curbs on sugar, rice and other essentials expose Nepal’s heavy dependence on India as officials and experts warn of inflation, shortages and rising pressure on foreign currency reserves.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/05/15/opposition-demands-speaker-compel-pm-to-attend-parliamentAs parties demanded the Prime Minister Shah’s presence, Speaker cited a rule that allows him to delegate another minister.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/14/xi-tells-trump-that-mishandling-of-taiwan-could-spark-conflictTaipei said there was nothing surprising from the summit and that China’s military pressure is the real threat to peace.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/government-forms-probe-panel-over-allegations-against-former-home-minister-sudan-gurungThe Cabinet, on May 11, formed the committee led by former High Court judge Achyut Prasad Bhandari and gave it 15 days to submit its findings.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/05/14/people-deserve-to-hear-their-prime-ministerThe silence in House must end so that the work of governing can begin with transparency and dignity.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/05/14/rsp-victory-sparks-a-new-political-polarisation-in-nepal-jholey-versus-rsp-supportersIf you support any party other than the RSP, you are perceived as a ‘jholey’.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/05/14/balen-government-s-foreign-policy-overturesBy signalling continuity in some imperatives but rejecting business as usual, the PM has set a new tone.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/05/14/judicial-disasterJudicial independence is not secure and is now in the hands of parliament and the executive.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/why-karnali-s-children-are-dropping-outPoverty, migration, child labour, teacher shortages and long school closures are pushing thousands of children out of classrooms across the province.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/14/madonna-bts-and-shakira-to-headline-first-world-cup-final-halftime-showThe 48-team World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will run from June 11 to July 19.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/bhimeshwor-municipality-offers-cash-for-mothers-delivering-a-third-childMany rural settlements are turning into ‘ghost villages’ across the country due to unchecked outmigration and low population growth rate.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/14/former-england-women-s-stumper-taylor-named-men-s-fielding-coach-for-nz-seriesThe 36-year-old won the Twenty20 and 50-over World Cups ​with England in 2009 and made 226 ​appearances across all formats before retiring from international cricket in 2019.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/israel-to-recruit-2-300-more-nepali-caregivers-for-long-term-care-centresLabour department is preparing a new vacancy notice after delays caused by elections and regional tensions.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/nisdi-rural-municipality-reports-zero-home-births Officials say incentives and a well-organised safe motherhood and newborn programme have led to the improvements.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/they-went-to-build-the-city-of-the-future-in-saudi-arabia-they-re-returning-home-with-nothingThe collapse of Neom’s ambitions is costing Nepali labourers more than jobs — it is upending lives built around remittances that may not return.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/shortage-of-free-medicines-in-bardiya-hospital-forces-patients-to-buy-drugs-privatelyBardiya District Hospital is out of stock of more than half of the 98 free medicines provided by the government, forcing patients to pay for medicines themselves.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/14/nearly-90-killed-as-storm-lashes-india-s-most-populous-state-of-uttar-pradeshStorms are common ​in the northern state during the hot ​season from March to June, before the ⁠monsoon rains bring respite.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/05/14/opposition-moves-to-strike-down-ordinances-in-national-assemblyBy filing rejection notices in the Upper House, where the ruling party has no representation, opposition parties have set up a key vote that could reverse recent legal changes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/14/nepal-cuts-federal-ministries-to-18-in-administrative-overhaul Government says restructuring aims to reduce state expenditure, improve efficiency and streamline governance.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/14/india-bans-sugar-exports-until-sept-2026-to-cool-local-pricesThe move is likely to support global white and raw sugar prices, while allowing rival producers Brazil and Thailand to boost shipments to Asian and African buyers.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/14/iran-war-looms-over-trump-s-china-visit-shifts-alliancesAs the US seeks Beijing’s help to pressure Tehran, the Iran conflict is reshaping Middle East alliances, rattling energy markets and deepening tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz.