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/2026/02/07/veteran-actor-sunil-thapa-passes-away Celebrated Nepali film actor dies in Kathmandu aged 68 after suffering a cardiac arrest.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/07/us-and-india-unveil-interim-trade-framework-move-closer-to-broad-pactIndia’s opposition Congress party, however, said the trade deal was concluded largely on US terms and hurt farmers and traders, calling it a pact that compromised national interests.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/07/transforming-old-saris-into-modern-day-fashionOld Souls gives discarded saris a second life, blending traditional textiles with modern silhouettes through slow, sustainable fashion.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/07/valentine-s-week-at-ekta-booksThe event includes a bookish scavenger hunt with bingo, alongside a curated line-up of literary and cultural events.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/07/tracing-the-history-of-panauti-s-wall-paintingsFocusing on the municipality’s fading religious frescoes, the book examines local beliefs and the risk of losing a vital part of Nepal’s art history.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/07/events-february-7-to-february-14-2026The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/07/today-s-weather-february-7-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/07/tia-crosses-5-million-international-passengers-for-first-time-as-migrant-student-travel-surgesTravel by migrant workers and students lifts Kathmandu airport traffic to a record high in 2025, even as growth in tourist arrivals slows.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/07/government-moves-to-withdraw-social-media-billThe bill forwarded by the previous Oli administration is under consideration of the Legislation Management Committee of the National Assembly.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/02/07/can-nepal-script-history-in-the-iconic-wankhedeAt India’s ‘cricket capital’, Nepal will face England, West Indies, Scotland and Italy. The Rhinos are aiming to upset heavyweights to make a historic entry to the Super 8 stage.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/07/poll-pressure-may-keep-karki-panel-report-under-wrapsAs deadline looms, commission is scrambling to complete the report on the deadly crackdown of Gen Z protest.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/02/06/monkey-menace-goes-nowhere-despite-tall-poll-promisesElection-time leaders have promised fencing, compensation, and have even discussed exporting monkey meat, yet Dhankuta farmers still battle monkeys from dawn to dusk.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/02/06/3-million-us-funding-revives-stalled-micronutrient-surveyThe survey planned for 2025 had been put on hold after Donald Trump froze all USAID assistance worldwide.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/suicide-bomber-kills-31-in-shi-ite-mosque-in-pakistan-s-capitalImages from the site showed bloodied bodies lying on the carpeted mosque floor surrounded by shards of glass, debris and panicked worshippers.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/06/kantipur-tv-network-says-only-its-channels-allowed-for-t20-world-cup-public-screeningsBroadcaster warns unauthorised screenings would violate ICC media rights and prevailing laws.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/supreme-court-upholds-detention-order-against-pradeep-adhikariThe suspended CAAN chief to remain in custody as top court rejects bail plea in Nalinchok helipad graft case.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/iran-us-hold-pivotal-talks-in-oman-as-confrontation-loomsTehran’s clerical leadership remains deeply worried that Trump may still carry out his threats to strike Iran after a military buildup by the US Navy near Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/weather-unlikely-to-affect-march-5-polls-election-commission-saysThe met office informs the poll body that dry conditions are expected, based on data from the past 30 years.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/333-foreign-nationals-arrested-in-six-months-for-illegal-activities-in-nepalImmigration Department says many entered on tourist or business visas but were involved in activities barred by law, including running illegal marriage bureaus and proselytisation.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/06/sudurpaschim-govt-to-provide-rs100-000-to-families-of-baitadi-bus-crash-victims Government to bear treatment costs of injured.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/top-russian-general-is-shot-and-rushed-to-hospital-in-moscowSince December 2024, three other officials of the same rank as Alexeyev, lieutenant general, have been killed in or near Moscow.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/police-arrest-durga-prasainThe medical entrepreneur was detained from Chalnakhel and will be handed over to the Cyber Bureau for further investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/rsp-says-it-will-cooperate-with-probe-after-child-killed-by-campaign-vehicle-in-rautahatParty expresses condolences, promises support to victim’s family and tighter safety during election campaigns.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/iran-us-to-negotiate-in-oman-amid-deep-rifts-and-mounting-war-fearsTehran’s leadership remains deeply concerned that US President Donald Trump may still carry out his threats to strike Iran amid a buildup by the US Navy near Iran.https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/02/06/baitadi-wedding-bus-crash-survivor-recounts-narrow-escapeOne of the injured passengers describes jumping from the overcrowded bus.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/06/gold-silver-prices-fall-in-domestic-marketPrices ease after recent highs, federation says.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/two-brothers-from-khotang-dead-in-india-coal-mine-explosionThree others from the same village were injured in the blast.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/02/06/death-toll-hits-13-in-baitadi-wedding-bus-crashBus returning with wedding party plunges into ravine in Purchaudi; dozens injured.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/us-says-trump-prefers-diplomacy-with-iran-but-warns-he-has-military-optionsThe talks were set to go ahead even though the two sides have had differences over the agenda, and that has increased doubts about the prospects for a deal. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/02/06/today-s-weather-february-6-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/05/government-warns-food-producers-traders-against-unfair-profits-as-prices-surgeCommerce department steps up market inspections as prices of edible oil, pulses, meat and vegetables rise despite low inflation.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/06/nepal-india-startup-sambad-highlights-cross-border-innovation-successNine startups secured exclusive investment and incubation offers from leading Indian incubation platforms.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/06/jaffna-mini-sri-lanka-in-nepalA new street food spot in Bijulibazaar brings Sri Lankan flavours to Kathmandu through light, spice-forward dishes.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/02/06/resources-in-chaos-at-nepal-art-councilUpcoming exhibit in Kathmandu honours American artist Rick Cummings’s works.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/02/06/nepse-this-week-1770341278Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/06/can-dadeldhura-s-next-representative-handle-the-district-s-challengesWith Deuba absent, Nain Singh Mahar has entered the fray in a district that has remained a Deuba stronghold yet remains underdeveloped.https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/02/06/at-2026-men-s-t20-world-cup-nepali-cricketers-look-to-inspire-a-generationCaptain Paudel says the team aims to qualify to Super 8 as they begin the campaign on Sunday.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/06/nepal-s-federalism-still-awaits-key-lawsA decade since constitution, laxity in federal lawmaking leaves governance in confusion.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/02/06/in-the-election-build-up-rsp-faces-increased-scrutinyOpponents and party insiders point to problems, some even charging new force with code of conduct violations.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/02/06/iran-us-start-crucial-talks-in-oman-as-confrontation-loomsTehran’s clerical leadership remains deeply worried that Trump may still carry out his threats to strike Iran after a military buildup by the US Navy near Iran.