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/politics/2026/04/10/government-yet-to-move-on-by-elections-despite-30-provincial-and-local-seats-vacantConstitutional provisions mandate polls to fill provincial and local vacancies, but no consultations have begun as the Election Commission awaits government initiative.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/04/10/drug-regulator-chief-transferred-as-pharma-lobby-pushes-for-price-hike Without a price hike, supply of medicines could be disrupted, as the cost of drug molecules and other inputs has risen by up to 300 percent, warn drug manufacturers.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/10/nepal-and-india-to-prioritise-agendas-before-high-level-visitsIndia will send a panel led by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri after Nepal clarifies its priorities.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/10/nepal-growth-outlook-dims-as-global-lenders-cut-projections-below-3-percentWorld Bank, ADB project a sluggish expansion amid unrest, West Asia conflict, and climate shocks; tourism, remittance risks mount.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/04/10/no-action-on-probe-report-months-after-bardiya-father-daughter-deathsInvestigation had flagged lapses in a citizenship denial case, but disciplinary and legal steps remain pending despite the findings having been submitted to the government.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/10/artemis-ii-astronauts-hurtle-home-from-moon-toward-splashdownThe ultimate goal of the Artemis programme is to establish a long-term presence on the moon as ​a stepping stone to eventual human exploration of Mars.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/04/10/road-accidents-rise-sharply-in-koshi-province-exposing-coordination-gaps Deaths and injuries increase over three fiscal years as poor enforcement and weak inter-agency coordination undermine road safety.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/10/meet-the-nepalis-who-are-running-around-the-world-literallyBefore Kathmandu wakes up, five men are already on the road. Their goal: run every major marathon on earth.https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/10/prime-minister-shah-recommends-ramjee-yadav-and-gauri-kumari-yadav-as-ministersLabour and industry portfolios filled after vacancy and reshuffle.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/10/bullion-market-remains-volatile-in-first-week-of-aprilGold swings between Rs 297,600 and Rs 291,400. International prices and local demand drive fluctuations.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/10/us-iran-ceasefire-deal-shows-strain-ahead-of-talks-with-oil-flows-squeezedUS President Donald Trump said in a social media post late Thursday that Iran was doing a “very poor job” of allowing oil to go through ​the strait. “That is not the agreement we have!”https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/10/fuel-prices-hiked-four-times-in-a-monthPetrol and diesel prices rise by Rs 17 and Rs 25, respectively. NOC cites a global surge as it incurs around Rs 10.21 billion in fortnightly losses.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/10/from-kailali-to-k-pop-hara-s-debut-on-the-seoul-stageSuchana Bohara, known as HARA, is widely seen as the first Nepali to debut in a K-pop group MEPC, marking a milestone in Nepal’s global music presence.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/10/electric-vehicles-meant-to-boost-lumbini-tourism-lie-idlePolitical wrangling, staffing issues, and unclear operational rules blamed for grounding.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/10/government-has-85-days-to-clear-licence-backlog-is-it-achievableClearing the backlog of driving licences will show the state’s commitment to service delivery.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/10/foreign-interference-exists-in-nepal-and-it-can-be-managedUnfortunately, we lack the legal mechanisms and resources to combat interference.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/10/ensuring-food-security-during-turmoilLeast developed and landlocked countries are the hardest hit by the Gulf conflict.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/speaking-out-brings-backlash-for-nepali-womenThe harassment of women for public expression in Nepal is not a reaction to any single political wave. It is a pattern, and it has a history.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/photojournalist-narendra-shrestha-wins-prestigious-world-press-photo-awardShrestha’s image of Singha Durbar engulfed in flames has been recognised among thousands of entries from across 141 countries.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/09/copycat-nepali-brands-face-justice-as-court-hearing-beginsOnly two of 11 companies respond to government notice; delays, weak enforcement blamed for rising infringement cases.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/can-nepal-bring-deubas-back-through-interpolFrom Red Notices to diplomatic channels, a look at the legal routes, limits and hurdles in bringing the Deuba couple back to Nepal.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/04/09/two-day-weekend-at-government-hospitals-from-next-week-sparks-alarm-for-surgery-patientsPatients and consumer rights activists say the move hits the poor hardest, urge the government to reconsider the decision.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/09/inside-the-rs-3-73-billion-fraud-investigation-shaking-nepal-s-business-eliteHow an informal alliance between a well-connected fixer and one of Nepal's oldest business families unravelled into a Rs 3.73 billion fraud investigation.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/09/israel-launches-fresh-strikes-on-lebanon-after-huge-attacks-jeopardise-truceCeasefire under strain as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon, Iran heads into talks with US while oil prices surge and regional tensions deepen.https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/04/09/women-in-jhapa-s-bahundangi-turn-elephant-fear-into-opportunity-through-community-homestay Local women are running an ‘elephant-friendly’ homestay that provides income, strengthens community ties and redefines the village’s identity.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/09/nepal-s-elephants-in-the-fog-selected-for-cannes-un-certain-regardAbinash Bikram Shah’s debut feature becomes the first Nepali film in the section, competing for top honours.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/labour-minister-sacked-over-disciplinary-breachPrime minister acts on RSP recommendation, citing misuse of office.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/anti-graft-body-files-corruption-charges-against-former-speaker-mahara-others-in-gold-smuggling-caseThe former Maoist leader and others are accused of causing losses totalling Rs77.86 million in the smuggling case from 2022.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/09/nepal-to-host-south-asian-qualifying-for-itf-asia-12-under-team-competitionSix South Asian teams, except Bangladesh, will participate in the qualifying event from April 13 to 17.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/oli-lekhak-released-following-court-orderThey must be present before the authorities when required. The investigation is linked to deaths during Gen Z protests. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/09/trump-warns-of-major-war-escalation-if-iran-peace-process-failsTrump said in a ‌social media post US ships, aircraft and personnel with additional ammunition and weaponry would remain in place to destroy, if necessary, but expressed confidence that a lasting deal would be agreed and followed.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/what-follows-after-arrest-warrants-against-the-deuba-coupleThe couple are placed on the fugitive list after the arrest warrents issued on Tuesday. Both are currently abroad.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/09/israeli-strikes-pummel-lebanon-killing-250-in-deadliest-day-of-warThe strikes ​raised questions about regional truce efforts, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian saying a ceasefire in Lebanon was an essential condition of his country’s agreement with the US.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/two-brothers-stabbed-to-deathArguments over mistaken phone calls led to the deadly incident at Patan Durbar Square in Lalitpur.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/09/exploring-illusion-through-art‘Maya Art Exhibition 3’, featuring artists from Nepal, Japan, and France, starts on April 10.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/09/even-a-few-minds-changed-is-a-revolutionFilmmaker Samundra Bhatta on how literature and cinema together can reshape perspectives. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/09/mohammad-aadil-alam-made-a-dramatic-return-to-cricket-but-he-is-struggling-with-formMadhesh’s Alam was out for a duck against Gandaki in the Men’s PM Cup on Wednesday. It was his second duck in the tournament, where he has managed 61 runs in five games so far.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/09/rising-fuel-costs-drive-sharp-fare-hikes-threatening-growth-and-household-budgetsDiesel spikes over 30 percent in a month, driving up passenger and cargo tariffs and threatening growth, consumption and household budgets.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/09/mbbs-classes-to-commence-at-shahid-dasharath-chand-university-of-health-sciences-in-geta-in-new-academic-yearTo facilitate clinical practice, the existing 50-bed Geta Hospital will be upgraded to a 300-bed teaching hospital.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/08/water-crisis-worsens-for-jajarkot-earthquake-survivorsThe earthquake in 2023 damaged 480 water projects across three districts of Karnali province. In Jajarkot alone, 145 drinking water projects were destroyed and 106 damaged.