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.comADB unveils support package to cushion West Asia conflict fallouthttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/adb-unveils-support-package-to-cushion-west-asia-conflict-fallout Bank to provide fast-disbursing budget support and revive oil import financing as risks to inflation, trade and currencies mount.Flood damages under-construction bridges in Panchthar and Taplejunghttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/25/flood-damages-under-construction-bridges-in-panchthar-and-taplejungStructures on Mewa and Naruwa rivers suffer major setbacks.Iran’s military rejects Trump’s talk of negotiation, as Israel and Iran launch airstrikeshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/iran-s-military-rejects-trump-s-talk-of-negotiation-as-israel-and-iran-launch-airstrikesIran’s leadership has previously said it can not negotiate with the US as it has attacked the country twice during high level negotiations in ​the past two years.Eldest MP Arjun Narasingha KC takes oath before President Paudelhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/eldest-mp-arjun-narasingha-kc-takes-oath-before-president-paudel KC to administer oath to all newly elected lawmakers on Thursday.US envoy congratulates RSP on election victoryhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/us-envoy-congratulates-rsp-on-election-victory Washington says it looks forward to working with Nepal’s new government to strengthen economic ties and deepen bilateral relations.Gold and silver prices surge in domestic markethttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/gold-and-silver-prices-surge-in-domestic-market Gold jumps by Rs14,600 per tola while silver gains Rs415.51 Nepalis rescued from Cambodia scam centres return homehttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/25/51-nepalis-rescued-from-cambodia-scam-centres-return-homeEmbassy in Bangkok says victims were forced into online fraud operations; urges job seekers to follow legal channels.Pakistan leans on US and Iran ties to emerge as potential peacebrokerhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/pakistan-leans-on-us-and-iran-ties-to-emerge-as-potential-peacebrokerIslamabad’s growing diplomatic ties with Washington and Tehran position it for a potential mediation role as regional tensions escalate.Millions left waiting as Nepal’s driving licence backlog drags onhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/millions-left-waiting-as-nepal-s-driving-licence-backlog-drags-onNearly 2.7 million applicants yet to receive licences issued since 2022, with printing delays, fire damage and policy gaps compounding the crisis.Nepal seeks details on citizen held by Iranian forceshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/nepal-seeks-details-on-citizen-held-by-iranian-forcesAmrit Jha still in custody; arrest date and reasons remain unclear as family appeals for swift release.Trump cites progress with Iran, US proposes plan to end warhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/trump-cites-progress-with-iran-us-proposes-plan-to-end-warWashington pushes 15-point plan as Iran denies direct talks, signals limited concession on Hormuz passage amid ongoing strikes.Today’s weather: March 25, 2026https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/25/today-s-weather-march-25-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Bhaktapur Film Festival spotlights emerging Nepali cinemahttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/25/bhaktapur-film-festival-spotlights-emerging-nepali-cinemaA mix of documentaries and fiction films at the recently concluded festival explored identity and changing social realities.Police beat APF by 185 runs while defending record totalhttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/25/police-beat-apf-by-185-runs-while-defending-record-totalBagmati defeated Gandaki by 170 runs in the other match of the Men’s PM Cup on Tuesday.ANFA closed for March 27 electionhttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/25/anfa-closed-for-march-27-electionThe National Sports Council asks the footballing body to submit a clarification within 24 hours after going against the order to suspend early election processes.Kantipur Max to broadcast IPLhttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/25/kantipur-max-to-broadcast-ipl-1774401449Xtreme Energy Drinks signs on as title sponsor; Laminar Tiles and Mangalam Pipes join as sponsors.Nepali traders make global shocks from Iran conflict a pretext to jack up priceshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/nepali-traders-make-global-shocks-from-iran-conflict-a-pretext-to-jack-up-pricesRising dollar, transport costs and market manipulation push up essentials as Nepal faces growing exposure to global volatility.After six-year delay, Vishwa Shanti Dham construction resumes in Lumbinihttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/25/after-six-year-delay-vishwa-shanti-dham-construction-resumes-in-lumbiniA Rs5-billion meditation facility shaped like a blooming lotus will house a museum, library and retreat centres.Congress proposes holding 15th general convention in Septemberhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/25/congress-proposes-holding-15th-general-convention-in-septemberWhile the Thapa faction wants the convention on the proposed date, the dissident faction is against any move before the Supreme Court’s verdict over the legitimacy of the special convention.Two generations in a makeshift home under a boulderhttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/03/25/two-generations-in-a-makeshift-home-under-a-boulderA Chepang family in Dhading has been living in a tiny, natural shelter, enduring elements, and foraging wild tubers.PM aide pins stalled Karki report release on RSP leadershttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/25/pm-aide-pins-stalled-karki-report-release-on-rsp-leadersAdviser cites top Rastriya Swatantra Party leaders’ communication to the interim government that it should not take decisions of long-term consequences.Family of Kanchanpur youth killed in Ukraine war seeks repatriation of remainshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/family-of-kanchanpur-youth-killed-in-ukraine-war-seeks-repatriation-of-remainsThe youth remained in regular contact with his family during his initial training period, but his last communication was on November 26, 2023.Nepal pharmaceutical lobby pushes for medicine price hikehttps://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/24/nepal-pharma-lobby-pushes-for-price-hike-citing-rising-costsRegulator refuses immediate hike, demands detailed list of raw materials and other production costs.Bird flu detected at poultry farm in Jhapahttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/bird-flu-detected-at-poultry-farm-in-jhapaLocal administration declares a crisis zone and bans the movement of birds and related products.West Asia conflict disrupts Nepal’s supply chain, hitting raw materials from mineral water to saline bottleshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/west-asia-conflict-disrupts-nepal-s-supply-chain-hitting-raw-materials-from-mineral-water-to-saline-bottlesRaw material costs surge by up to 40 per cent as industrialists fear imminent shortages.Beyond 30 minuteshttps://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/24/beyond-30-minutesThe goal must be to transform Lumbini from an optional stop for cultural travellers into a compelling destination. The chieftain falls, a redeemer rises!https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/24/the-chieftain-falls-a-redeemer-risesVictors who drowned the ship of Oli-garchy vow to take an aeroplane to the sky without checking its engines.New mandate and Nepal-India relationshttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/24/new-mandate-and-nepal-india-relationsIf the RSP successfully implements its vision, the positive externalities will extend to India.Iran pours missiles into Israel and mocks Trump’s talk of joint control of the Straithttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/iran-pours-missiles-into-israel-and-mocks-trump-s-talk-of-joint-control-of-the-straitIsrael’s Fire and Rescue Service said they were searching for civilians trapped in one building in Tel Aviv and discovered civilians in a shelter in another damaged building.Nepse hits eight months highhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/nepse-hits-eight-months-highIndex extends gains for fifth straight day, adding 161.55 points overall despite turnover decline.War in Iran: Why destroying cultural heritage is a foolish strategic move in any conflicthttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/24/war-in-iran-why-destroying-cultural-heritage-is-a-foolish-strategic-move-in-any-conflictHistory offers many examples of how damage to cultural heritage during wars can galvanise nationalist sentiment and strengthen the legitimacy of governments under pressure.Karki commission report must be made public: Congress president Thapahttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/karki-commission-report-must-be-made-public-congress-president-thapaNC shows readiness to cooperate with RSP in parliament on governance issues.11 police personnel injured in clash with locals in Bardiyahttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/11-police-personnel-injured-in-clash-with-locals-in-bardiyaTension erupts in Gulariya as protest against drug trade leads to road blockade; police fire in air and use tear gas.Photo exhibition ‘Stories of Gatlang Women’ opens in Kathmanduhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/photo-exhibition-stories-of-gatlang-women-opens-in-kathmanduSixteen photographs by photojournalist Keshab Raj Thoker depict the daily lives and struggles of women from Gatlang, Rasuwa.Kathmandu University ranked 122nd in HE Higher Education Ranking 2026https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/kathmandu-university-ranked-122nd-in-he-higher-education-ranking-2026Ranking body cites KU’s academic excellence and innovation.Gold price continues to tumblehttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/gold-price-continues-to-tumble Gold sheds Rs1,600 per tola in Nepal, tracking global weakness; silver edges higher despite a weekly decline.Authorities issue safety advisory after child’s death on Pathibhara routehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/authorities-issue-safety-advisory-after-child-s-death-on-pathibhara-routePilgrims urged to seek immediate medical help as cold-related illness risks persist in high-altitude areas.Colombia military plane crash kills 66, four still missinghttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/colombia-military-plane-crash-kills-66-four-still-missingThe death toll was nearly double that of the previous figure given by ​authorities, who continued search and recovery efforts at the site of the deadly crash.Family refuses to claim body, demands impartial probe into Inisa BK death casehttps://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/03/24/family-refuses-to-claim-body-demands-impartial-probe-into-inisa-bk-death-case16-year-old’s body remains at Karnali Province Hospital for 18 days as police say investigation in final stages.Kapilvastu lifts prohibitory order after situation returns to normalhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/kapilvastu-lifts-prohibitory-order-after-situation-returns-to-normalRestrictions imposed after clash in Maharajganj Municipality and surrounding areas withdrawn as security situation stabilises.