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.comKarki 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.Two dead in Doti jeep crashhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/two-dead-in-doti-jeep-crashVehicle plunges nearly 900 metres into river, police say.At least 34 killed, dozens hurt in Colombian military plane crash after takeoffhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/at-least-34-killed-dozens-hurt-in-colombian-military-plane-crash-after-takeoffThe incident was one of the deadliest accidents in recent history for Colombia’s Air Force, with nearly two dozen people still missing amid the embers of the crash debris.Iran denies talks with US after Trump postpones strikes on power gridhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/iran-denies-talks-with-us-after-trump-postpones-strikes-on-power-gridA European official said that while there had been no direct negotiations between the two nations, Egypt, Pakistan and Gulf states were relaying messages. Today’s weather: March 24, 2026https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/24/today-s-weather-march-24-2026Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates.Making peace with what we feelhttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/24/making-peace-with-what-we-feelWe often label emotions as good or bad, but understanding them may be the key to better mental well-being.Free screenings bring back the joy of shared cinemahttps://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/24/free-screenings-bring-back-the-joy-of-shared-cinemaFrom open-air nostalgia to student-led clubs, free movie screenings are making cinema more accessible and communal again.Nepali football hits another low as ANFA, NSC trade blamehttps://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/24/nepali-football-hits-another-low-as-anfa-nsc-trade-blameClubs left in limbo as ANFA-NSC standoff over visas, elections and stadium access disrupts domestic and international fixtures.Dev Khanal shines as Lumbini beat Koshi by 148 runshttps://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/24/dev-khanal-shines-as-lumbini-beat-koshi-by-148-runsSudurpaschim, powered by a six-wicket haul by Hemant Dhami, defeat Karnali by four wickets in the other match of the Men’s PM Cup on Monday.New infra contracts in limbo as authorities delays multi-year resource consenthttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/new-infra-contracts-in-limbo-as-authorities-delays-multi-year-resource-consentDecision on funding approvals likely only after new government formation, stalling major national pride and strategic projects.PM’s swearing-in to be low-key, traditionalhttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/24/pm-s-swearing-in-to-be-low-key-traditionalRSP senior leader Balendra Shah is set to take oath at the President’s Office on March 27.Nepal eyes Lumbini revival with major World Bank-backed pushhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/nepal-aims-to-change-lumbini-s-image-as-hit-and-run-destination-with-85m-loanDespite luxury hotels, an international airport, and growing tourism infrastructure, the majority of visitors spend under an hour at the Buddha’s birthplace.Conflict victims ask new government to ensure credible transitional justicehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/conflict-victims-ask-new-government-to-ensure-credible-transitional-justiceOn the International Day for the Right to the Truth, they called for transparent, victim-centred commissions and comprehensive reparation programmes.RSP calls central committee meeting to discuss parliamentary party leadershiphttps://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/23/rsp-calls-central-committee-meeting-to-discuss-parliamentary-party-leadershipThe RSP is expected to formally elect senior leader Balendra Shah as the leader of its parliamentary party. RSP working on MP recall rules, but it’s not easy for FPTP seatshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/rsp-working-on-mp-recall-rules-but-it-s-not-easy-for-fptp-seatsParty may replace MPs who fail to perform or go against party interests.Nepal is nowhere close to ending tuberculosishttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-is-nowhere-close-to-ending-tuberculosisAt least 44 people die, and 184 people get infected with TB daily. Authorities are unaware of the whereabouts of 2,000 patients with drug-resistant TB.Ditch the paper https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/23/ditch-the-paperThe vision of reducing in-person visits to government offices through the Nagarik App is blurry due to institutional inertia. The eleven battles of Balendrahttps://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/23/the-eleven-battles-of-balendraUltimately, his real test will not be in his decisions, but in his perspective.Travails of balanced foreign policy https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/23/travails-of-balanced-foreign-policyNepal cannot favour one neighbour over another due to its geopolitical situation.Lapchi residents use nail-studded planks on doors to ward off bearshttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/lapchi-residents-use-nail-studded-planks-on-doors-to-ward-off-bearsHimalayan bears break into lonely homes to feast on stored grains as villagers descend to Lumnang during winter.Nepse surges 5.01 pointshttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/nepse-surges-5-01-pointsIndex continues to post gains for fourth consecutive day with turnover decline on Monday; analysts warn of potential correction. Trump puts off threat to bomb Iran power stations, talks about ‘total resolution of hostilities’https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/trump-puts-off-threat-to-bomb-iran-power-stations-talks-about-total-resolution-of-hostilitiesIn his message, written entirely in capital letters, the US President said ​he had instructed the defence department to postpone the strikes pending the outcome of current talks.Sandakpur to host third Red Panda festival to boost eco-tourismhttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/sandakpur-to-host-third-red-panda-festival-to-boost-eco-tourismFour-day event in Ilam aims to promote conservation, trekking and cross-border tourism.Recommendation to appoint Aryal to National Assembly under consideration, says President’s Officehttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/recommendation-to-appoint-aryal-to-national-assembly-under-consideration-says-president-s-officePress adviser to the President dismisses claims of delay over alleged nomination dispute, cites constitutional process and pending court petition.Elderly woman dies of electrocutionhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/elderly-woman-dies-of-electrocutionThe body has been handed over to her son, Jokhan Chaudhary, for final rites.Air Canada Express jet hits ground vehicle, closing New York’s LaGuardia airporthttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/air-canada-express-jet-hits-ground-vehicle-closing-new-york-s-laguardia-airportThe CRJ-900 plane, which was coming from ​Montreal, struck the vehicle at a speed of about 24 miles per hour.Gold price falls by Rs6,500 per tolahttps://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/gold-price-falls-by-rs6-500-per-tolaInternational bullion weakens further as stronger dollar, rate outlook shifts and profit-taking pressure weigh on precious metals.UN weather agency confirms hottest decade on recordhttps://kathmandupost.com/climate-environment/2026/03/23/un-weather-agency-confirms-hottest-decade-on-recordGlacier mass loss at key sites was among the five worst on record, the report said, with exceptional declines reported in Iceland and North America.Locals demand entry ban at Tinau dam after repeated drowningshttps://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/23/locals-demand-entry-ban-at-tinau-dam-after-repeated-drownings Calls grow for stricter restrictions as two Indian teenagers go missing, with fatalities continuing despite repeated warnings.Nepal charges 32 in fake rescue scamhttps://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-charges-32-in-fake-rescue-scam Fake helicopter rescues and inflated hospital bills used to claim insurance payouts, investigators say.North Korea’s Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of state affairshttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/north-korea-s-kim-jong-un-reappointed-as-president-of-state-affairsIn recent years, Kim has abandoned Pyongyang’s long-standing goal of peaceful ⁠reunification and redefined the South as a hostile state.Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy and water after Trump ultimatumhttps://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/iran-threatens-to-retaliate-against-gulf-energy-and-water-after-trump-ultimatumThe prospect of tit-for-tat strikes on civilian infrastructure further unsettled oil markets, with prices opening choppy in early Asia trading.