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/2026/05/16/arrests-device-seizures-in-crackdown-on-consultancies-over-shady-student-migration-processPoor oversight by education and labour authorities enabled illegal overseas recruitment through consultancies.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/16/bhurtel-returns-with-a-bang-as-nepal-outclass-usa-at-packed-tu-groundKushal Bhurtel top-scores with his career-best performance at the TU Ground, which witnessed the largest crowd in Nepal’s match since its upgrade, with England great Andrew Flintoff in attendance.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/16/congo-confirms-new-ebola-outbreak-80-deathsAfrica’s top public health agency said earlier on Friday there was a confirmed Ebola outbreak in ​DRC’s Ituri province, giving the death toll as 65 so far.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/16/sixty-fractures-fail-to-break-pokhara-boy-s-resolve-to-studyAfter years of battling brittle bone disease and repeated fractures, Animesh Lamichhane scored a 3.37 GPA in SEE.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/16/trump-says-xi-agrees-iran-must-open-strait-china-says-war-shouldn-t-have-startedTehran said it would not unblock the strait until the US ended its blockade.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/05/16/bhurtel-century-powers-nepal-to-dominant-nine-wicket-win-over-usaNepal chased down 196 in 36.4 overs at TU Cricket Ground, sealing the victory with 199/1, driven by Bhurtel’s unbeaten 120.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/16/politically-correct-concern-grows-over-what-mps-can-utter-in-parliamentFrom Panchayat-era controversies to today’s disputes, Nepal’s Parliament still wrestles with what counts as ‘unparliamentary’.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/05/16/escaping-bihar-s-heat-in-bhedetarHundreds of Indian tourists are travelling to the hill station as soaring temperatures grip Bihar.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/05/16/israel-lebanon-extend-ceasefire-by-45-days-as-washington-talks-concludeThe Lebanese and Israeli delegations issued positive statements about the ⁠talks, their third meeting since Israel intensified air attacks on Lebanon after Hezbollah fired missiles at Israel on March 2.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/16/three-killed-in-sarlahi-brick-kiln-wall-collapseTwo workers were injured after a stack of bricks caved in during extraction work at a brick factory in Haripur Municipality.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/16/market-declines-as-investors-lose-rs23-billion-in-weekly-wealthNEPSE index falls 0.5 percent amid cautious sentiment, though analysts see support above 2,680 ahead of budget announcement.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/05/16/the-week-in-five-photos-1778900253Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/16/what-makes-a-nepali-film-work-today-industry-insiders-explain-hits-flops-and-changing-viewer-habitsWhile some films become nationwide sensations, others struggle to survive beyond a few screenings, raising questions about their stories and marketing.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/16/dang-filmmakers-bring-kham-magar-stories-to-kathmandu-screen‘The Cinema’s of Dang’ aims to bring lesser-seen regional films to wider audiences.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/16/book-review-this-book-is-devastating-but-look-pretty-proseDonna Tartt’s lyrical thriller exposes the dark side of admiration and intellect.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/05/16/events-may-16-to-may-22-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/16/anfa-comes-off-the-bench-as-suspension-liftedAfter weeks of uncertainty and a cancelled FIFA Series appearance, the decision guarantees Nepal’s participation in the upcoming SAFF Women’s Championship. ANFA also plans to resume postponed domestic tournaments soon.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/05/16/race-to-2026-fifa-world-cup-gathers-paceAs squads take shape for the expanded 48-team tournament, contenders prepare, rules evolve and climate concerns emerge ahead of football’s biggest spectacle in the US, Canada and Mexico. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/05/16/nepse-this-week-1778895874Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/16/demolition-aftermath-turns-environmental-concernExperts warn that unsegregated rubble along Kathmandu’s river corridors could generate toxic leachate, reduce floodwater absorption capacity and increase flooding risks.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/16/auditor-general-suggests-widening-digital-payments-to-cut-public-spending-arrearsThe auditor general’s report uncovers nearly Rs100 billion in irregularities during audits of accounts worth Rs9.48 trillion across 5,526 public offices in the fiscal year 2024–25.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/cabinet-trims-ministries-brings-key-departments-under-pm-s-officeFinance; Home; Foreign Affairs; Defense; and Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs will remain intact.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/arbitrary-transfers-stir-unease-in-the-health-systemRecent reshuffle of senior health officials raises concerns over institutional continuity, policy disruption, and long-term planning, say experts.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/05/15/sunday-holidays-make-many-jobholders-saipal-dreams-come-trueGrowing numbers of travellers from across Sudurpashchim are flocking to the remote Himalayan destination, boosting homestays, local businesses and trekking activity.https://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 irregularities 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.