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/2026/01/18/19th-national-assembly-session-begins-todayMeeting to be held at Singha Durbar; condolence motion for late NC lawmaker Baldev Bohara on agenda.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/18/india-fines-indigo-record-2-45-million-over-mass-flight-cancellationsIndia’s largest airline scrapped about 4,500 flights in the first weeks of December, stranding tens of thousands of passengers nationwide.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/18/trump-vows-tariffs-on-eight-european-nations-over-greenlandTrump has repeatedly insisted he will settle for nothing less than ownership of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/01/18/today-s-weather-january-18-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/18/generational-waves-within-partiesYouth across different parties are trying to bring about positive change.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/18/when-rights-watchdogs-falterNHRC is a reflection of problems of Nepali society, including misogyny and exclusion of minorities.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/18/multipolar-south-asiaIt will limit Delhi’s ability to unilaterally shape the norms of regional forums.https://kathmandupost.com/fiction-park/2026/01/18/kalawati-s-adventure-gone-wrongThey would only notice her beauty, not the old soul beneath the layers of snazzy clothes.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/01/18/budget-friendly-neighbourhoods-for-nepali-students-in-beijingFrom campus hubs to distant suburbs, a map of where students can live well in the Chinese capital without overspending.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/01/18/nepal-look-to-pull-off-a-miracle-at-home-during-women-s-t20-world-cup-qualifierThe 10 teams in the Qualifier, which begins today, are eying four spots in the T20 World Cup in England and Wales in June this year.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/01/18/nepal-leave-for-sri-lanka-today-to-prepare-for-t20-world-cupIn Colombo, the Rhinos will work on their tuning and gameplay alongside selecting roles, coach Law says. They will then head to Mumbai for another round of practice sessions.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/18/nepal-china-commerce-talks-in-lhasa-to-focus-on-border-trade-bottlenecksKathmandu seeks smoother container movement, reconstruction of key bridges and dry ports, and easing of border pass restrictions as traders complain of slow dispatch.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/18/ahead-of-house-election-nomination-filing-nepali-congress-is-in-disarrayParty led by Gagan Thapa appeals to all leaders to join its bid to lead the nation to prosperity.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/18/agitating-student-wing-bars-key-tu-officials-from-entering-varsity-premisesThe university authority has said it is ready for dialogue to address their demands but first, the padlock, in place since January 1, should be opened.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/18/uml-declares-oli-as-its-pm-candidateThe party chair to contest election from Jhapa-5, his old constituency from where Balendra Shah is also reportedly contesting.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/18/for-ex-premier-deuba-dadeldhura-s-electoral-landscape-is-changingVoters in the Congress stronghold considering if it is time to send someone other than five-time PM to parliament.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/17/uganda-s-museveni-wins-re-election-opposition-leader-at-largeUganda’s electoral commission said at a ceremony in the capital Kampala on Saturday that Museveni had received just under 72% of the vote.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/17/nylam-khasa-wildfire-contained-tatopani-crossing-still-remains-shutResidual flames and disruption to Chinese customs systems keep border point closed as scores of containers remain stranded.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/17/protesters-in-denmark-support-greenland-after-trump-s-takeover-threatThe protests in Denmark were organised by Greenlandic groups in cooperation with ActionAid Denmark, an NGO.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/01/17/rhinos-eye-strong-showing-at-third-t20-world-cupThe team competing in the 10th edition includes a majority of players who were part of the previous World Cup in 2024.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/17/us-embassy-launches-creator-s-mela-2026-from-chitwanMulti-city initiative aims to turn digital creativity into sustainable businesses, with focus on entrepreneurship and global market access, the organisers said.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/17/24-dead-over-20-injured-in-separate-road-accidents-in-punjab-balochistanEarlier, at least 14 passengers were killed and 16 others injured in a head-on collision between a bus and a van on the Jhang-Faisalabad road on December 31.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/17/newly-elected-cwc-of-congress-seeks-internal-party-unity-ahead-of-march-5-pollsCentral working committee urges disgruntled leaders to return and backs EC decision as democratic milestone.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/17/winter-crops-wither-as-drought-grips-baitadi-and-sudurpaschim-hillsLack of winter rain and snowfall leaves wheat, barley and pulses drying up, raising fears of sharp production declinehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/17/death-toll-in-iran-protests-over-3-000-rights-group-saysThe capital Tehran has been comparatively quiet for four days, said several residents reached by Reuters.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/17/deuba-led-congress-decides-to-challenge-election-commission-decisionSanepa meeting of senior Congress leaders decides to oppose EC ruling politically.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/01/17/the-week-in-seven-photos-1768624004Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/17/poor-nutrition-during-pregnancy-causing-filipino-kids-brain-stuntingBased on the 2023 National Nutrition Survey by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology, 23.6 percent of children under 5 years old are stunted, while 15.1 percent are underweight.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/17/faa-warns-airlines-on-central-south-american-flights-of-potential-military-actionsTrump said last week that drug cartels were running Mexico and suggested the US could strike land targets to combat them, in one of a series of threats to deploy US military force against cartels.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/17/in-between-maps-the-beauty-of-uncertaintyA solo exhibition by Chinese multidisciplinary artist Chenxi Xu at Gallery Mcube explores inner transformation.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/17/engineering-a-reading-communityBalancing site visits with story talks, Shristi Shakya, co-founder of Bookverse, and a full-time engineer, is building both electrical systems and a community of readers in Kathmandu.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/17/events-january-17-to-january-23-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/17/mahayug-a-journey-towards-liberationSeema Aavas’s ambitious novel blends dream and realism to trace four generations of women seeking freedom in a patriarchal world.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/01/17/tamang-defends-eastern-open-titleA total of 52 golfers, including 30 pros and 22 amateurs, took part in the 54-hole tournament organised by PGA Nepal under the sponsorship of Surya Nepal Pvt Ltd. The tournament offered a prize purse of Rs1,050,000.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/01/17/empty-grandstands-greet-national-league-gameDespite a musical concert and a high-profile clash between Machhindra FC and New Road Team, the National League’s return to Dasharath Stadium drew only a sparse crowd, raising fresh questions about fan engagement and ticket pricing in Nepali football.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/17/election-offices-set-up-in-all-165-constituenciesPolitical parties raise concerns over possible misuse of state power and biased statements of ministers as they call for free and fair elections.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/17/election-commission-recognises-thapa-led-nepali-congressCommission will allow Deuba faction to register new party if it does not wish to come under newly elected leadership.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/16/nepal-bangladesh-move-to-fast-track-preferential-trade-agreement Eighth commerce secretary-level meeting in Dhaka agrees to conclude PTA draft, rules of origin and product list within three months, but tariff and para-tariff hurdles persist.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/01/16/three-dead-one-missing-in-kalikot-jeep-crashAccident occurs on Seri-Pantadi road.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/16/election-commission-recognises-gagan-thapa-led-nepali-congress Decision follows counter claims by Thapa and Deuba factions over party legitimacy.