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/2026/03/28/former-pm-oli-hospitalised-for-tests-ex-home-minister-lekhak-in-custodyMedical professionals at TUTH said the UML chair is being monitored by a specialist team of cardiologists and nephrologists.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/arrest-of-top-leaders-could-trigger-conflict-warns-former-president-bhandariShe called on the Balendra Shah government to exercise restraint.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/uml-hits-the-streets-demanding-party-chair-oli-s-releaseProtests erupt across Kathmandu following the arrest of former prime minister Oli over the alleged suppression of the Gen Z movement.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/28/pakistan-to-host-talks-with-saudi-arabia-turkey-egypt-amid-iran-war-diplomacyThe four countries’ foreign ministers will hold “in-depth discussions on a range of issues, ​including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region” during the two-day talks.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/uml-leader-malla-arrested-on-rape-chargesA woman had filed a complaint against the former lawmaker, who had been on the run since mid-February.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/uml-demands-release-of-oli-lekhak-calls-arrests-political-vendettaParty seeks judicial probe led by sitting Supreme Court justice; plans protests and legal challenge.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/28/at-cebu-fiesta-a-slice-of-authentic-filipino-tasteFrom hearty chicken adobo to refreshing halo-halo, Cebu Fiesta Kitchen introduces Kathmandu to the rich, lesser-known flavours of Filipino cuisine.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/28/yemen-s-houthis-confirm-launching-attack-on-israel-for-first-time-in-current-warIran’s Shi'ite allies in ​Lebanon ⁠and Iraq have already joined the war in the region triggered by US and ⁠Israeli ​strikes on Tehran four ​weeks ago.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/28/events-march-28-to-april-3-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/28/when-too-many-ideas-dilute-a-powerful-storyKiran Desai’s latest novel explores feminism and diaspora, but ambition often overwhelms its storytelling.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/legal-steps-ahead-following-arrest-of-oli-and-lekhakPolice detained the two leaders from Bhaktapur on Saturday morning over deaths during the September Gen Z protests. Court to decide on arrest warrant on Sunday. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/28/the-week-in-nine-photos-1774680515Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/physical-and-urban-development-for-this-infrastructure-expertSunil Lamsal, newly appointed minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport and Urban Development, faces the daunting task of addressing a host of long-standing irregularities.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/sobita-gautam-looks-to-tackle-piling-legal-backlogAs the new minister for law, justice and parliamentary affairs, Gautam faces a formidable task: reforming a legal system bogged down by contradictions, delays and long-standing political disputes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/looking-after-the-welfare-of-the-most-vulnerable The Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizen’s biggest challenge lies in turning policies into action and strengthening monitoring and evaluation systems.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/facing-a-daunting-task-of-revamping-health-sectorNewly appointed Minister for Health and Population, Mehta faces a formidable challenge: overhauling a health system weighed down by funding shortages, administrative inefficiencies, and persistent governance problems.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/an-ex-journalist-trying-to-restore-trust-in-civil-serviceNepal’s new minister for federal affairs and general administration, Rawal, faces a daunting task: restoring public trust in a bureaucracy widely viewed as inefficient, politicised, and out of touch with citizens’ needs.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/from-sports-a-leap-into-the-energy-sectorNewly appointed Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha faces a host of longstanding challenges, including pressure from the private sector to open up electricity trade and power purchase agreements (PPAs).https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/a-writer-entrusted-with-revamping-tourismGanesh Paudel, a central committee member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has stepped into a ministerial role tasked with tackling the sector’s numerous persistent challenges.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/central-figure-of-gen-z-movement-helms-home-ministryThe 37-year-old Gen Z movement figure faces reform demands and major institutional challenges while tasked with restoring law and order and implementing the Karki Commission report.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/new-labour-minister-takes-office-amid-gulf-turmoilThe RSP leader faces mounting pressure to reform labour systems, boost employment, and manage the crisis in foreign job markets.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/chaudhary-in-charge-of-merged-agriculture-and-forest-ministryChaudhary faces the challenge of addressing policy gaps while driving agricultural growth and sustainable forest management under an integrated ministry model.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/need-for-urgent-reform-push-in-education-and-sportsNew minister must deliver long-delayed laws, resolve institutional disputes and stabilise two critical sectors amid structural and governance challenges.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/tackling-complex-telecom-digital-and-regulatory-challengesNew communication minister must navigate social media policy gap and fragile digital governance.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/from-public-education-crusader-to-foreign-ministerShishir Khanal faces a complex geopolitical balancing act amid fragile global order.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/development-economist-looks-to-strengthen-nepal-s-economic-foundationsStrong foreign reserves mask deeper weaknesses as new finance minister faces pressure to revive growth, restore confidence and fix structural flaws.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/28/uefa-pro-arena-in-a-no-pro-zone-of-nepali-footballNew Nepal men’s head coach lost the chance to test his team at home against Hong Kong on Thursday. Now, Nepal’s AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers fixture against Laos, scheduled for March 31, is also at risk with ‘suspended ANFA’ raising hands.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/first-cabinet-meeting-clears-way-to-probe-oli-lekhak-othersDecides to implement Gauri Bahadur Karki commission’s inquiry report on Gen Z protest crackdown.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/balendra-shah-becomes-40th-prime-minister-of-nepalThere are enormous expectations of the 35-year-old executive head who must now deliver on promises of anti-corruption, good governance, meritocracy, and justice for the families of the martyrs of Gen Z uprising.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/inside-nepal-s-fake-rescue-racketInvestigations reveal a vast network of trekking firms, helicopter operators, hospitals and agents staging fake evacuations, fabricating medical records and inflating bills to siphon millions from global insurers.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/ex-pm-kp-sharma-oli-former-home-minister-ramesh-lekhak-detained-over-gen-z-protest-crackdownArrests follow a commission’s recommendation to prosecute both leaders for alleged criminal negligence in handling protests.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/27/koshi-s-losing-streak-at-pm-cup-continuesThe easternmost province suffered a seven-wicket defeat against Sudurpashchim on Friday. Madhesh bested Lumbini in the other match of the day.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/27/trump-s-iran-war-pushes-india-to-rekindle-old-friendship-with-russiaIndia moves to revive Russian LNG imports and ramp up crude purchases despite US pressure, as Middle East tensions squeeze energy supplies and reshape Delhi’s strategic calculus.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/rsp-tells-bureaucracy-to-remain-neutral-shun-politicsThe ruling party says it does not support any union or group formed in the name of political parties within the civil service.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/karnali-has-18-000-mw-power-potential-but-only-10-mw-is-tapped Despite vast hydropower potential, Karnali struggles with chronic power shortages as stalled mega projects, weak infrastructure, and unreliable supply leave most households dependent on alternative energy sources.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/helicopter-carrying-five-reported-missing-in-dolakha-confirmed-safeOfficials say Mustang Helicopter aircraft lost contact briefly amid bad weather before later being found safe.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/20-nepali-tech-ventures-reach-market-readiness-under-us-nepal-initiativeBacked by US Embassy Nepal, programme aims to bridge funding and market gaps for emerging startups and strengthen global linkages in the tech ecosystem.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/all-women-panel-drives-national-dialogue-on-inclusive-entrepreneurshipThe event brought together government leaders, development partners, private sector actors and ecosystem stakeholders to reflect on two years of institutional innovation in enterprise development.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/03/27/helicopter-goes-missing-in-dolakhaAircraft carrying five on board loses contact amid heavy snowfall; search operation underway.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/27/trump-extends-deadline-for-striking-iran-s-energy-plants-into-aprilThe four-week war has spread across the Middle East, killing thousands of people and hitting the global economy with soaring energy prices, fuelling global inflation fears.