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/weather/2026/01/20/light-rain-forecast-for-western-and-central-nepal-from-fridayMountains to retain snow cover. Weather likely to be unfavourable on election day.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/supreme-court-declines-interim-order-against-gagan-thapa-calls-both-congress-factions-for-talksApex court issues show-cause notice to Election Commission, allowing Thapa-led leadership to retain legal recognition for now.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/india-hands-over-first-tranche-of-election-assistance-to-nepalMore than 60 vehicles delivered as part of India’s support for Nepal’s upcoming elections, with further consignments to follow.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/top-leaders-file-candidacies-nationwide-as-house-elections-draw-closerFrom Chitwan to Jhapa, senior leaders and new faces enter the fray, signalling an intense and closely watched electoral battle.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/20/trump-calls-uk-s-chagos-deal-with-mauritius-stupid-and-weakWashington had last year given its blessing to the deal which gave the Indian Ocean islands to Mauritius but retained UK control of the Diego Garcia base under a 99-year lease.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/20/nepse-surges-42-26-points-as-election-optimism-lifts-marketTurnover reaches Rs11.85 billion as investors cheer progress in the election process.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/parsa-court-orders-rsp-chair-lamichhane-to-furnish-rs10-million-bailThe court sought bail from Lamichhane after a detention hearing in a cooperative fund misappropriation case.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/20/uml-chair-oli-files-candidacy-from-jhapa-5Former prime minister enters high-stakes race against Balen Shah in a closely watched constituency.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/01/20/balen-shah-files-candidacy-from-jhapa-5Former Kathmandu mayor to contest against KP Sharma Oli in a high-profile battle.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/20/investigators-find-broken-joint-on-track-at-spanish-rail-crash-siteTechnicians on site analysing the rails identified some wear on the joint between sections of the rail, known as a fishplate, which they said showed the fault had been there for some time, the source said.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/20/deuba-opts-out-of-elections-marking-unexpected-political-pauseDeuba’s last-minute withdrawal reshapes Congress’ election dynamics.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/education-minister-mahabir-pun-resignsFormer education minister submits candidacy to contest House elections independently, after resigning to focus on his campaignhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/nominations-being-filed-nationwide-for-house-electionsElection Commission says preparations complete as candidates submit papers for March 5 polls.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/20/as-us-orders-fade-chinese-salespeople-face-tough-grind-in-new-marketsEconomists have long argued that China has to develop local markets if it wants to end its deflationary cyclehttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/20/trump-links-greenland-threat-to-nobel-peace-prize-snub-eu-prepares-to-retaliateTrump has intensified his push to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from fellow NATO member Denmark, prompting the European Union to weigh hitting back with its own measures.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/gagan-thapa-to-contest-from-sarlahi-4-as-deuba-skips-house-raceThapa moves from Kathmandu-4 to Sarlahi-4; Deuba will not run in March polls.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/20/amcham-nepal-urges-reforms-to-boost-us-investment Urges policy, digital, and energy reforms to attract US investors and boost Nepal’s economy.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/20/how-support-groups-could-revolutionise-mental-health-careShared vulnerability in a group helps normalise personal struggles, rather than seeing them as something to hide.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/20/echoes-in-the-valley-returns-with-its-annual-music-festivalThe festival brings together a vast range of folk, traditional, and indigenous sounds from Nepal and around the world.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/01/20/today-s-weather-january-20-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/20/candidate-selection-sparks-disputes-in-partiesUML and RSP leaderships accused of ignoring party units and rules.https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/01/20/machhindra-laligurans-register-consecutive-wins-nrt-get-their-firstManang Marsyangdi, Nawa Jana Jagriti and Satdobato suffered straight losses in the National League on Monday.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/20/balen-calls-for-stronger-provinces-to-bolster-federalismSays merit is more important than identity politics and urges voters to support competent candidates.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/01/20/nepal-s-paddy-output-set-to-fall-for-first-time-in-four-yearsDrought, unseasonal rains and shrinking farmland are projected to cut production by 4.2 percent this fiscal. This could push up imports and food prices.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/20/thapa-led-congress-picks-poll-candidates-amid-factional-riftYouth and new faces dominate the list, while select Deuba and Koirala camp leaders also secure tickets.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/01/20/wind-energy-worker-dies-of-electrocution-in-palpaNisdi Rural Municipality office assistant was electrocuted while repairing a wind power pole in Mithyal, police said.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/01/19/nipping-nipahThe outbreak of the deadly virus in West Bengal has raised an alarm in Nepal.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/19/dream-as-oneIt would be best for Congress and for democracy if Deuba and his coterie accepted the defeat. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/01/19/cricket-beyond-the-nplThe women’s national blind cricket team struggles to find a proper venue to practice.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/19/dahal-moves-to-rukum-east-for-a-safe-seat-but-the-ground-is-shiftingDespite its legacy as a Maoist stronghold, the district has lately witnessed a change of mood among young voters as they demand accountability.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/01/19/most-nepalis-hesitate-to-start-medicines-for-non-communicable-diseasesDoctors say most patients cite high costs, fear of side effects, and worry that the medication will be lifelong.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/19/chile-wildfires-leave-19-dead-amid-extreme-heat-as-scores-evacuatedParts of central and southern Chile were under extreme heat warnings with temperatures expected to reach up to 37 Celsius.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/19/durga-prasain-arrested-in-pokhara-over-misleading-claims-against-election-commissionPolice detained the controversial medical entrepreneur after the election authority sought investigation, saying his statements undermined the credibility of a constitutional body.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/19/japan-pm-takaichi-to-call-feb-8-snap-election-on-spending-tax-cuts-and-defenceLast week, China banned exports of items destined for Japan’s military that have civilian and military uses, including some critical minerals.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/01/19/minister-kharel-resigns-ahead-of-pollsKharel announced his resignation during a special press conference in the evening.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/19/provinces-must-be-strengthened-to-reinforce-federalism-balen-shahRSP has presented Shah as its candidate for the prime minister if the party gets a majority in the March 5 elections.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/01/19/9th-nepal-international-film-festival-to-begin-on-april-2NIFF will screen 88 films from 40 countries over five days, with a strong focus on youth-oriented cinema and emerging filmmakers.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/19/at-least-39-dead-in-spain-after-two-high-speed-trains-collideThe death toll is the highest from a train crash since 2013, when a train derailed in the northwestern city of Santiago de Compostela and burst into flames, killing 80 people and injuring 145.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/01/19/japan-india-agree-on-quad-s-importance-foreign-ministers-to-establish-dialogues-to-promote-cooperationIn the area of economic security, both nations also agreed to establish the Japan–India Private-Sector Dialogue on Economic Security, which will be attended by business organizations from both countries. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/01/19/deuba-faction-near-deal-with-gagan-campLeaders from the Thapa, Deuba and Koirala factions holding talks to reach a consensus ahead of candidate nominations.