Kathamndu post RSShttps://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.comMother of Gen Z martyr steps into Parliament seeking justicehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/mother-of-gen-z-martyr-steps-into-parliament-seeking-justiceHer son Rasik had taken to the streets of Baneshwar demanding justice and good governance.Transport federation demands fare adjustment, citing fuel price hikehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/transport-federation-demands-fare-adjustment-citing-fuel-price-hikeFNNTE warns that rising petrol and diesel costs will directly impact transport operations nationwide.Nepse drops by double digits on Mondayhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nepse-drops-by-double-digits-on-mondayTurnover falls to Rs11.97 billion as share prices of 211 companies decline.Seoul under pressure as US President Trump calls for naval support in Hormuzhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/seoul-under-pressure-as-us-president-trump-calls-for-naval-support-in-hormuzSeoul officials said that the government has not yet received a formal request from Washington to deploy military forces at this stage.Gen-Z activists continue protest demanding release of Karki commission reporthttps://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/16/gen-z-activists-continue-protest-demanding-release-of-karki-commission-reportCommission was mandated to investigation crackdown on Gen-Z protest on September 8-9.CK Raut announces retirement from parliamentary politicshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/ck-raut-announces-retirement-from-parliamentary-politicsHis announcement comes in the wake of his party’s poor performance in the recently concluded parliamentary polls.Iran’s asymmetric warfarehttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/16/iran-s-asymmetric-warfareIt was clear to Iran’s astute military planners that a strategy was needed to cope with this challenge.Trump demands others help secure Strait of Hormuz, Japan and Australia say no plans to send shipshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/trump-demands-others-help-secure-strait-of-hormuz-japan-and-australia-say-no-plans-to-send-shipsTrump also ratcheted up pressure on European allies to help protect the strait, warning that ​NATO faces a "very bad" future if its members fail to come to Washington's aid.Iran wants ‘serious review’ of Gulf ties, denies role in Saudi oil attackshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/iran-wants-serious-review-of-gulf-ties-denies-role-in-saudi-oil-attacksEnayati denied that Iran was responsible for the attacks on Saudi Arabia’s oil infrastructure. NICCI roundtable flags policy gaps, infrastructure shortages in Nepal’s startup ecosystemhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nicci-roundtable-flags-policy-gaps-infrastructure-shortages-in-nepal-s-startup-ecosystemThey urged policymakers to revise procurement policies to prioritise home-grown technology and products.A quiet reflection on inner strengthhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/16/a-quiet-reflection-on-inner-strengthArtworks at ‘Ma, Myself’ encapsulate the essence of womanhood and identity.Artists see new possibilities in Nepal’s political shifthttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/16/artists-see-new-possibilities-in-nepal-s-political-shiftVoices across film, music, literature and theatre say the moment offers a chance to rethink how creative work is valued. Premonsoon activities improve Nepal’s air qualityhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/premonsoon-activities-improve-nepal-s-air-qualityMet officials say that premonsoon activities--rainfall, wind, hail and thunderstorms--will occur in the coming days.Six national parties submit PR lists to Election Commissionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/six-national-parties-submit-pr-lists-to-election-commissionAround two-thirds of the representatives under the category are women.Patihani-Dudhaura safari route reopens in Chitwan buffer zonehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/patihani-dudhaura-safari-route-reopens-in-chitwan-buffer-zoneOn a scenic 12‐km ride, visitors may encounter rhinos, deer, gharials, even the elusive tiger.After voting, Nepali migrant workers head back to India, urge leaders to deliver on pledgeshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/after-voting-nepali-migrant-workers-head-back-to-india-urge-leaders-to-deliver-on-pledgesThousands who came home to vote in the March 5 snap parliamentary elections are now returning, forced by poverty into jobs far from families.Escaping poverty at home, Nepali women fall into the Gulf traphttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/escaping-poverty-at-home-nepali-women-fall-into-the-gulf-trapThousands of women outside Nepal government’s records are confined by restrictive Kafala rules.Nepal’s 17 pride projects may take 41 years to finish, warns World Bankhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nepal-s-17-pride-projects-may-take-41-years-to-finish-warns-world-bankTree and land clearance approvals take two years each due to compensation disputes and red tape, says report.Raped and left to die, teenager’s family wants answershttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/raped-and-left-to-die-teenager-s-family-wants-answersInisa BK died after what police say was forcible sexual assault. Her father learned only after her death that the school had spoken to one accused’s family—and said nothing to him.Time for renewal https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/16/time-for-renewalThere is still room for the comeback of regional parties in Madhesh.Climate Change: A pressing challenge for Nepal’s new governmenthttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/16/climate-change-a-pressing-challenge-for-nepal-s-new-governmentElevating water security to the same level as job creation or energy targets is vital. Leaders aren’t gods, and progress is possible only through collective leadership https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/03/16/leaders-aren-t-gods-and-progress-is-possible-only-through-collective-leadershipA fusion of Balen Shah and the Rastriya Swatantra Party makes this election’s result representative of the Gen Z mandate.Consensus picks Hem Raj Sharma as NRNA presidenthttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/15/consensus-picks-hem-raj-sharma-as-nrna-presidentNRNA urges legal reforms to implement Non-Resident Nepali citizenship.PM Karki appoints personal secretary Shrestha as NTNC chairpersonhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/pm-karki-appoints-personal-secretary-shrestha-as-ntnc-chairpersonJust four days after assuming the role of prime minister’s chief personal secretary, Shrestha had appointed his wife to the secretariat.Vietnam votes as Communist Party fields nearly 93 percent of parliamentary candidateshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/15/vietnam-votes-as-communist-party-fields-nearly-93-percent-of-parliamentary-candidatesThe unicameral parliament has virtually no power to challenge the party’s key decisions, including on personnel, but it has occasionally ​amended proposed laws.Cabinet recommends Home Minister Aryal for National Assembly seathttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/cabinet-recommends-home-minister-aryal-for-national-assembly-seatOne seat in the upper house, to be nominated by the President on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers, had remained vacant.KMG calls for application for new editor-in-chief of Kantipur dailyhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/kmg-calls-for-application-for-new-editor-in-chief-of-kantipur-dailyThis follows the resignation of Umesh Chauhan, who served in the role for three years and led the daily through several challenging periods.Nepse index rises 4.45 pointshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/15/nepse-index-rises-4-45-pointsTurnover reaches Rs14.32 billion as 124 companies post gains.RSP recommends 57 candidates as PR lawmakershttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/15/rsp-recommends-57-candidates-as-pr-lawmakersShram Sanskriti Party has also finalised the names of four lawmakers under the PR category.Nepalis in the UAE asked to refrain from spreading rumours, misleading commentshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/nepali-in-the-uae-asked-to-refrain-from-spreading-rumours-misleading-commentsEngaging in illegal and unauthorised activities could lead to one to three years in prison and fine of 100,000 to 200,000 dirhamsTrump rejects efforts to launch Iran ceasefire talks, sources sayhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/15/trump-rejects-efforts-to-launch-iran-ceasefire-talks-sources-sayA senior White House official confirmed Trump has rebuffed those efforts to start talks and ​is focused on pressing ahead with the war to further weaken Tehran’s military capabilities.Manang lodge named among TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places to Stay’https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/15/manang-lodge-named-among-time-s-world-s-greatest-places-to-stayMountain Lodges of Nepal’s high-altitude property recognised for bringing upscale comfort to the Annapurna region.He was asleep in his room. Then a drone struck to wake him up.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/he-was-asleep-in-his-room-then-a-drone-struck-to-wake-him-upAnil Tamang from Nuwakot sustained injuries when the drone crashed inside his room.Parties working to pick MPs for proportional representationhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/parties-working-to-pick-mps-for-proportional-representation Six parties that crossed the three percent vote threshold have secured seats under the PR category.F1 calls off April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabiahttps://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/15/f1-calls-off-april-races-in-bahrain-and-saudi-arabiaThe grand prix went ahead after teams received safety assurances and drivers met for more than four hours to discuss the situation.US, China economic chiefs meet in Paris to clear path to Trump-Xi summithttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/15/us-china-economic-chiefs-meet-in-paris-to-clear-path-to-trump-xi-summitThe two sides are expected to review their progress in meeting commitments under the October 2025 trade truce declared by Trump and Xi in Busan, South Korea. Dhulikhel-Khawa road faces daily 11-hour closurehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/dhulikhel-khawa-road-faces-daily-11-hour-closureThis 4.155-kilometre stretch has long been a source of local frustration, as work has witnessed prolonged delays.Today’s weather: March 15, 2026 https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/15/today-s-weather-march-15-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. Namatar-Kalikatar road set for blacktopping after 4 decadeshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/namatar-kalikatar-road-set-for-blacktopping-after-4-decadesConstruction of the track had started 43 years ago, but the route remained unpaved for decades, reflecting the area’s longstanding infrastructural neglect. Tarai records highest inflation despite production advantagehttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/15/tarai-records-highest-inflation-despite-production-advantageCentral bank data shows Madhesh Province leading price rise. Economists say weak supply systems and market distortions may be driving up costs in Nepal’s agricultural heartland.