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/province-no-1/2026/03/22/dharan-deploys-city-police-to-protect-drinking-water-catchmentMunicipal officials keep a 12-hour daily watch in Sardu and Nishane areas to prevent pollution and encroachment in key water sources.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/iran-says-hormuz-open-to-all-but-enemy-linked-shipsThe threat of Iranian attacks during ​the US-Israeli war on Iran has kept most ships from getting through the narrow strait.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/immigration-eases-rules-for-solo-trekkers-in-restricted-areasNew guidelines allow individual travellers to obtain permits for regulated zones, provided they are accompanied by a guide and registered through an agency.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/patriot-missile-involved-in-bahrain-blast-likely-us-operated-analysis-finds-1774179155The use of costly, advanced weaponry to defend against attacks by far cheaper drones has been a defining feature of the war.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/two-indian-tourists-missing-after-drowning-in-tinau-riverThe identities of the missing individuals have yet to be disclosed.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/22/how-to-return-from-the-gulf-here-are-the-available-routesThe disruption of regular flight routes has made travel between Nepal and Gulf nations increasingly difficult.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/third-corruption-case-filed-over-china-funded-pokhara-airport-21-charged21 individuals, including Chinese officials and top CAAN figures, accused of contract manipulation and fund diversion.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/nepse-rises-by-54-51-points-on-sundayTurnover reaches Rs23.59 billion as most sectoral indices advance.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/patriot-missile-involved-in-bahrain-blast-likely-us-operated-analysis-findsThe use of costly, advanced weaponry to defend against attacks by far cheaper drones has been a defining feature of the war.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/four-years-after-deadly-china-eastern-plane-crash-investigators-offer-no-answersGlobal aviation guidelines call for an ​initial report within 30 days of an accident and a final one ideally within a ⁠year so the industry can learn lessons from what went wrong and work to improve safety.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/22/kapilvastu-remains-under-prohibitory-order-as-calm-returns-slowlyAuthorities say normalcy is gradually returning in Maharajganj after a community dispute triggered violence and left 23 injured, but restrictions remain in force as talks continue.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/gold-price-drops-by-rs-12-500-per-tola-silver-also-declinesGlobal economic signals push precious metals lower.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/nepali-migrant-workers-face-uncertainty-as-west-asia-conflict-disrupts-jobsFlights cancelled, visas delayed as Gulf-bound youths remain stuck amid escalating tensions.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/three-weeks-in-iran-war-escalates-beyond-trump-s-controlTrump, who took office promising to keep the US out of “stupid” military interventions, now appears to control neither the outcome nor the messaging of a conflict he helped to initiate. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/four-dead-in-palpa-tipper-crashThree killed on the spot, one succumbs during treatment in Rupandehi.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/trump-threatens-iran-with-power-plant-strikes-over-hormuz-oil-blockadeTrump’s ultimatum would expand the scope of US strikes to infrastructure that affects daily civilian life in Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/22/today-s-weather-march-22-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/22/fiction-the-boy-who-ranIt was eternal summer, and he was going to run forever. Nobody was going to catch him.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/22/budget-friendly-neighbourhoods-for-nepali-students-in-berlinFrom campus hubs to distant suburbs, a map of where students can live well in the German capital.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/22/teams-share-points-as-rain-washes-out-two-openers-of-men-s-pm-cupThere are 45 league-stage matches in the tournament between 10 teams. The top two teams will play the final in Birgunj on April 17.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/22/army-s-runners-dominate-4th-lumbini-peace-marathonArmy’s Binod Rokaya finished first, clocking 2 hours 17 minutes and 55 seconds.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/nepal-targets-local-trademark-violators-as-global-brands-file-complaintsCoca-Cola, Hugo Boss, New Zealand’s Kathmandu Limited, and US bicycle maker Trek, among others, have filed complaints against 11 Nepali firms.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/22/rsp-leaders-in-hectic-parleys-over-cabinet-postsThe party with close to two-thirds majority in the lower house is set to form government on Friday.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/nepal-s-political-shift-is-making-some-youths-rethink-going-abroadMany of them are hopeful about their future after Gen Z uprising and recent election results.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/india-china-push-to-resume-lipulekh-trade-reignites-nepal-s-concernsIt could be an early diplomatic test for the incoming Rastriya Swatantra Party government.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/stepping-into-global-crisisPreoccupied with domestic politics, Nepal remains unprepared for the effects of escalating war in the Gulf.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/why-sustainable-marketing-can-t-be-just-for-showSustainable marketing is not a coating on the business model, but something woven into its very fabric.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/no-more-masu-bhatAs demand for masu bhat grew, political parties turned it into an election strategy.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/before-a-girl-is-raped-and-killedIf we want fewer names on protest banners tomorrow, we must start listening to the unheard voices today.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/delays-in-reaching-hospitals-cost-mothers-lives-in-karnaliPregnant and postpartum women often reach hospitals too late in the province, as remoteness and harmful practices prevent timely lifesaving care.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/children-misused-in-electioneering-despite-promisesOver 300 cases of the use of minors were reported during the campaigning and after the election.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/elderly-chepang-without-citizenship-deprived-of-social-security-allowanceAround 30 percent of Chepangs in Kailash and Raksirang reportedly lack citizenship.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/21/trump-says-us-considering-winding-down-iran-war-natanz-nuclear-facility-attackedTrump and his administration have sent mixed messages about US goals throughout the war, now entering its fourth week.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/police-firing-leaves-seven-injured-amid-prohibitory-order-in-kapilvastuFive protestors and two police personnel got injured as a clash broke out over a dispute during Eid festival.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/west-asia-tensions-affect-daily-life-of-a-nepali-worker-in-dubaiHotel shutdown leaves 500 employees jobless.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/kapilvastu-administration-clamps-prohibitory-order-in-maharajgunjClashes between two communities during Eid leave six injured.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/21/fire-at-korean-car-parts-factory-kills-14-injures-60The government ​activated a centralised disaster management system after President ​Lee Jae Myung ordered all available resources to be used to deal with the fire and save lives.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/21/palpa-exports-white-beans-to-europeOrganic produce from Nisdi fetches higher returns as farmers tap international markets.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/nepali-national-held-in-iran-during-hormuz-tensionsThe International Maritime Organization has said around 20,000 maritime workers are currently aboard approximately 3,200 vessels stranded in the straithttps://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/21/us-police-release-bodycam-footage-of-fatal-attack-on-nepali-family-in-virginiaFootage shows the suspect shot dead after refusing to surrender.