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/2026/01/28/britain-s-starmer-arrives-in-china-as-western-alliances-face-strainEuropean and other Western countries have engaged in a flurry of diplomacy with China as they hedge against unpredictability from the United States under President Donald Trump.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/28/puma-s-long-slide-the-rise-and-fall-of-a-german-sports-iconPuma, founded in 1948, has a long history of outfitting athletes with track spikes and soccer boots, then made in its Herzogenaurach factory and now mostly sourced from factories in China, Vietnam, and Indonesia.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/28/nepse-edges-up-5-08-points-amid-mixed-sector-performanceBenchmark index rises 0.18 per cent to 2,731.59 points, while banking and insurance sub-indices decline.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/28/woman-killed-husband-injured-in-motorcycle-collision-in-jhapaThe crash occurred on Wednesday morning on an inner road at Namuna Tol in Mechinagar Municipality–7.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/28/bangladeshi-workers-lured-to-russia-for-jobs-were-forced-to-fight-in-the-war-in-ukraineA labor recruiter persuaded Maksudur Rahman to leave the tropical warmth of his hometown in Bangladesh and travel thousands of miles to frigid Russia for a job as a janitor. Within weeks, he found himself on the front lines of Russia’s war in Ukraine.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/28/after-toppling-hasina-young-bangladeshis-turn-back-to-old-guardWhile the elections will deliver a government without Hasina for the first time since 2008, there has been no major reform and no new viable alternative party has emerged,https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/28/heavy-snowfall-disrupts-life-in-karnali-s-highlandsMugu, Humla and Dolpa highlands face transport and electricity outages.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/28/gagan-thapa-takes-on-madhesh-gamble-in-sarlahi-4-as-old-rivalries-resurface By choosing a constituency Congress lost in 2022, party president Thapa has stepped into a politically charged terrain shaped by factional feuds, identity politics and a history of electoral violence.https://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2026/01/28/heavy-snowfall-hits-upper-manangSnowfall disrupts daily life and tourism.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/28/deputy-chief-minister-of-india-s-maharashtra-dies-in-plane-crashVideo images showed smoke billowing from some of the burning wreckage of the plane, scattered across an open field.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/01/28/summits-of-scamsFake rescue rackets thrive as the state lacks the political will to follow through on its own findings.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/28/the-obliquity-of-majoritarian-moralityMorality is not tested when it echoes the crowd, but when it restrains it.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/28/strengthening-public-financial-managementThe PFM system needs to be reoriented towards fiscal discipline and productive investment.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/28/winter-storm-kills-dozens-as-cold-lingers-in-central-and-eastern-usThe snow snarled road traffic and led to widespread flight cancellations and power outages before subsiding Monday, leaving behind bitter cold that is expected to linger.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/01/28/today-s-weather-january-28-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/01/28/in-pariwartan-action-swings-between-entertaining-and-absurdAlthough the film impresses with striking visuals, its overly verbose dialogues and exaggerated violence prevent it from realising its potential.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/28/everyday-ai-pranab-joshiJoshi is a multidisciplinarian whose areas of interest span architecture, cinema, music, photography, graphic design, and experimental digital art.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/01/28/fagu-ram-tharu-inspires-planning-boyz-to-a-4-2-win-over-satdobato-youth-clubLaligurans Association stay unbeaten in the National League after a goalless draw with Tribhuvan Army FC in the other match of Tuesday, a day when ANFA was again criticised for using worn-out venues and sudden amendments in fixtures.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/01/28/nepal-to-warm-up-with-uae-and-canadaThe Rhinos are currently training in Mumbai, the city where Nepal will play all of their group stage matches of the World Cup. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/28/clean-energy-push-gains-policy-backing-but-financing-gap-slows-transitionDespite near-universal electrification and new regulations, experts warn Nepal remains heavily dependent on fossil fuels as clean energy projects struggle to access finance.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/28/governments-keep-ignoring-nepal-human-rights-body-s-recommendationsNational Human Rights Commission says even the current civilian government has shown no progress on implementing them.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/28/snowfall-cuts-off-highland-villages-low-voter-turnout-fearedSome candidates are in cities to meet voters who left due to chill while others have yet to reach high-altitude areas.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/as-campaigns-go-digital-election-integrity-at-stakeElection Commission, security agencies up monitoring to fight fake news, misinformation.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/01/27/ministry-seeks-rs-1-billion-to-keep-health-insurance-services-runningServices remain halted at TU Teaching Hospital, while Bir Hospital reports severe pressure from soaring patient loads.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/27/madhesh-s-32-seats-turn-into-testing-ground-for-old-guard-and-new-politicsHome to the country’s largest population, Madhesh has long been considered the stronghold of Madhesh-based parties.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/27/china-could-help-end-war-in-ukraine-finland-s-prime-minister-saysChina’s Xi earlier on Tuesday said he had told Orpo that China and Finland should uphold a UN-centred international system and advance a multipolar world based on economic globalisation.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/supreme-court-sends-writ-against-government-gen-z-accord-for-full-hearingThe petitioners have sought a writ of certiorari to declare the 10-point agreement unconstitutional and void.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/27/india-eu-reach-landmark-trade-deal-tariffs-to-be-slashed-on-most-goodsTrade between India and the EU stood at $136.5 billion in the fiscal year through March 2025, compared to $132 billion of trade between India and US, and $128 billion between India and China.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/27/how-much-is-too-much-for-k-pop-concert-ticketsProduction scale, stadium tours, and global inflation drive ticket prices higher.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/27/nepse-slumps-42-48-points-as-turnover-declinesBenchmark index falls 1.53 per cent, while daily trading volume drops to Rs14.16 billion.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/27/twenty-three-soldiers-died-in-indonesia-s-west-java-landslidesAt least 800 rescuers, military and police personnel along with nine excavators have been deployed to find the missing people.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/tax-exemption-delay-stalls-ring-road-second-phase-expansionNepal’s inaction holds up project despite Chinese side finalising design.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/election-commission-seeks-explanation-from-5-candidatesCandidates questioned over alleged violations of election code, including offensive remarks and campaign misconduct.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/family-protests-after-post-mortem-body-mix-up-in-siraha Relatives block East-West Highway after hospital says 16-year-old girl’s body was mistakenly handed to another family and cremated.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/nagma-gamgadhi-road-reopened-after-snow-cleared-in-jumlaAuthorities use bulldozer to remove heavy snow.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/27/winter-storm-snarls-us-travel-forces-mass-flight-cancellationsThe Federal Aviation Administration said in an advisory that snow, freezing rain and low visibility had hit major hubs such as Boston and the New York area.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/27/rupesh-shrestha-appointed-kantipur-television-news-chief Shrestha appointed to the position following a management committee decision.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/01/27/stumbling-on-measlesIts resurgence is a setback for Nepal, and a gross neglect of public health.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/27/melting-himalaya-melting-moralityThe climate crisis is not a technical problem, but the result of a greed-based development model.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/27/the-promise-of-freelanceThe future of freelancing in Nepal is bright, but we also need to nurture it intentionally.