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/2026/03/10/finance-minister-khanal-returns-red-passportKhanal says the diplomatic passport was the only government property he had received.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/adb-approves-40-million-concessional-loan-to-boost-nepal-s-digital-transformationThe World Bank is the lead lender for the Nepal Digital Transformation Project and approved a $50 million concessional loan for the initiative in February this year.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/bts-returns-and-so-does-armyBTS' long-awaited reunion also spotlights the growing influence of modern fandoms in society and the role millions of Army played in shaping ithttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/new-national-assembly-arithmetic-puts-check-on-lower-house-dominanceDespite RSP’s near two-thirds strength in the lower house, constitutional amendments and major treaties still need 40 votes in the upper chamber.https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/10/nepalis-in-gulf-may-return-home-via-saudi-arabia-says-mofaNepali missions will facilitate Saudi visas for nationals in Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and the UAE amid escalating regional tensions.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/iran-says-oil-blockade-will-continue-until-attacks-end-trump-threatens-to-escalate-strikesAt least 1,332 Iranian civilians have been killed and thousands wounded since the US and Israel launched a barrage of air and missile strikes ⁠across Iran at the end of February, according to Iran’s UN ambassador.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/when-ambition-becomes-harmfulStriving for success can drive growth, but when it consumes identity, it can jeopardise mental health.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/10/today-s-weather-march-10-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/10/how-travel-can-trigger-acneKeeping the skincare routine minimal but consistent can help maintain healthy skin during travel.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/iran-bets-on-endurance-energy-disruption-to-outlast-us-israelUS President Donald Trump told Republican lawmakers on Monday the ⁠war would continue until Iran is “totally and decisively defeated” but predicted it would be over soon.https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/10/anfa-footballers-at-loggerheads-once-againWith ANFA yet to announce the schedule of A Division league, players resort to protest, their second in four months.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/vegetable-prices-fluctuate-up-to-200-percent-in-a-month-amid-electionsCommerce Department report finds sharp swings in prices of cauliflower, broccoli and other produce despite stable supply conditions.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/rastriya-janamorcha-loses-leftist-bastion-in-baglung-despite-poll-alliance-with-ncpChitra Bahadur KC blames the results mostly on what he called foreign influence.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/haze-and-pollution-shroud-nepal-for-nearly-a-weekMet officials predicted light rainfall on Monday in one or two places across the Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces, but it will not clear out air pollution and hazy conditions.https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/10/18-infected-in-measles-outbreak-in-dhorpatanIt is the second outbreak of the deadly disease in six weeks, after a hiatus of more than two years.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/supreme-court-allows-expansion-of-birgunj-main-roadThe top court dismissed five writ petitions, allowing Division Road Office Hetauda to widen the road 25 metres on both sides.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/balen-shah-s-rise-contributes-to-the-fall-of-identity-politicsMost parties with regional and identity agendas have been decimated in Thursday’s election.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/indian-prime-minister-modi-congratulates-rsp-leaders-on-election-successModi expresses commitment to work with Nepal’s new government for mutual prosperity and stronger bilateral ties.https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/09/youth-quake-in-parliamentThe cohort of younger MPs can bring the state closer to the large youth population of Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/09/nepal-s-majority-moment-opportunities-and-testsIn Nepal, a strong majority government represents both an opportunity and a test.https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/09/nepal-s-comatose-federalismSubnational planning becomes impossible when the centre can pull the plug at will.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/kathmandu-airport-s-international-flights-drop-sharply-amid-gulf-tensionsFlight operations have declined notably since February 28, the day US and Israel first attacked Iran. Around 17 daily flights from the Gulf have been cancelled.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/rsp-wins-125-fptp-seats-maintains-wide-lead-in-proportional-representation-vote-countThe RSP leads with 4,641,131 votes, around 48 percent of the valid votes, followed by Congress with 1,557,109 votes, and UML with 1,299,001 votes.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/rsp-candidate-sudhan-gurung-wins-from-gorkha-1Gurung defeats Congress candidate Prem Kumar Khatri by 14,498 votes in a decisive victory.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/nischal-rai-wins-ilam-1-seat-for-nepali-congressRai defeats Vinod Nembang Limbu of Shram Sanskriti Party by 911 votes in a closely contested race.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/09/at-least-14-dead-after-migrant-boat-crashes-into-coast-guard-vessel-off-southern-turkeyTurkey said six migrants and one Turkish national were ​rescued.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/09/nepse-closes-after-three-circuit-breakers-triggered-by-6-percent-surgeBenchmark index jumps 162 points within minutes of trading as post-election optimism drives market rally.https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/09/new-national-assembly-members-sworn-inNA chair Dahal administerd oath of office to new members elected on January 25.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/balendra-shah-s-election-expenses-total-rs1-4-millionRSP senior leader’s highest spending recorded during a 15-day ward-level door-to-door campaign, costing Rs580,000.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/rsp-maintains-strong-lead-in-fptp-seats-and-proportional-votesRSP secures 124 seats and leads in one constituency as of 161 declared seats.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/09/iran-conflict-forces-central-banks-into-sharp-policy-rethinkDeveloped market central banks, such as the Federal Reserve, also face a tricky act balancing growth, inflation and increasing political pressure.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/young-representatives-of-a-young-countryAs many as 59 parliamentarians under 40 have been elected in the lower house in the March 5 election.https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/09/iran-names-khamenei-s-hardline-son-mojtaba-as-new-supreme-leader-oil-surgesThe position gives Mojtaba the final say in all matters of state in the Islamic Republic.https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/09/today-s-weather-march-8-2026-1773024751Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/09/through-art-she-observes-life-more-deeplyFrom personal memories to city streets, artist Bidhata KC turns everyday experiences into questions about identity, culture and society.https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/09/kirtan-artist-radhika-das-to-perform-at-patan-museumThe London-based singer will lead an evening of mantra, rhythm and collective chanting.https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/09/old-parties-crumble-as-rsp-heads-for-two-thirds-majorityVoters’ frustration with decades of instability and corruption fuels sweeping mandates, raising hopes for political stability and economic reforms.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/women-s-day-rally-calls-for-protection-of-rights-and-recognition-of-unpaid-labourAround 150 participants, including women’s organisations and human right advocates, join a march in Kathmandu led by NAWHRD, calling out prejudices against women.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/experts-urge-new-government-to-make-healthcare-top-priorityRising preventable deaths, frustrated doctors, and mounting health challenges put pressure on the incoming government to act swiftly.https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/parliament-building-still-under-construction-where-will-new-lawmakers-conveneThe building was originally scheduled to be ready by 2022, but work faced repeated delays, and officials plan a sixth extension.