https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/08/in-a-historic-shift-pm-to-meet-foreign-envoys-together The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-08T06:39:25+05:45 In a historic shift, PM to meet foreign envoys together In the past, newly appointed prime ministers met envoys individually, a practice criticised by intellectuals and the public. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/08/rautahat-fears-worse-monsoon-as-india-strengthens-50-year-old-dam The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-08T06:36:49+05:45 Rautahat fears worse monsoon as India strengthens 50-year-old dam The 5-km Bairgania Ring Dam stretching from Bagmati in the east to Banjaraha in the west, stands nearly 15 feet high. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/08/nepal-s-position-on-china-won-t-change-foreign-minister-assures-envoy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-08T06:32:20+05:45 Nepal’s position on China won’t change, foreign minister assures envoy Ambassador Zhang also assures Beijing’s full support to new government, appreciates consistent stance. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/07/trolled-threatened-silenced The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T22:56:32+05:45 Trolled, threatened, silenced The state needs to protect citizens who dare to think differently, in physcial and digital spaces. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/07/when-power-swells-does-dissent-shrink The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T22:54:40+05:45 When power swells, does dissent shrink? The media landscape has become a digital colosseum where trolls drown out nuanced critique. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/07/fast-governance-sells-but-what-is-the-cost The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T22:52:44+05:45 Fast governance sells. But what is the cost? Expectations are high for the Balen government. But that is no excuse to bypass rules to get over the line. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/07/halved-fuel-taxes-won-t-benefit-consumers-but-will-trim-noc-losses The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T21:22:34+05:45 Halved fuel taxes won’t benefit consumers but will trim NOC losses Move aims to stabilise supply and settle dues with Indian Oil, but consumers are unlikely to see relief. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/04/07/rabies-vaccine-shortage-hits-bagmati-province The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T20:23:37+05:45 Rabies vaccine shortage hits Bagmati province Public hospitals out of stock. Patients forced to pay high costs at private pharmacies. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/07/nepal-rejects-everest-poisoning-claims-vows-crackdown-on-rescue-fraud The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T18:46:29+05:45 Nepal Police bureau dismisses trekker poisoning claims as issue makes global headlines The clarification comes amid growing scrutiny of alleged irregularities in Nepal’s lucrative mountain rescue sector, particularly in the Everest region — a key hub for high-value trekking and climbing expeditions. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/cabinet-appoints-bhatta-planning-commission-vice-chair-makes-other-decisions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T18:43:16+05:45 Cabinet appoints Bhatta planning commission vice-chair, makes other decisions The government could impose odd and even number rules for vehicles if the fuel price continues to soar. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/07/nepse-slips-marginally-as-turnover-declines-1775559038 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T16:35:37+05:45 Nepse slips marginally as turnover declines Index falls 2.71 points to 2,757.40. Market capitalisation drops by Rs 5 billion https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/07/women-farmers-the-heartbeat-of-nepal-s-food-systems The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T16:16:28+05:45 Women farmers: The heartbeat of Nepal’s food systems Celebrating the International Year of Women Farmers means investing in women’s leadership and ensuring that policies and markets reflect their central role. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/government-appoints-gunakar-bhatta-as-npc-vice-chair The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T16:15:20+05:45 Government appoints Gunakar Bhatta as NPC vice-chair The Cabinet also names Kiran Pandit as deputy governor of Nepal Rastra Bank. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/04/07/two-decades-without-new-health-staff-patients-suffer-in-public-hospitals The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T15:58:48+05:45 Two decades without new health staff; patients suffer in public hospitals Outdated staffing norms, recruitment delays and brain drain of medical professionals leave patients waiting in long queues and facing delayed care. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/president-paudel-revises-protocols-of-balendra-shah-s-ministers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T13:38:57+05:45 President Paudel revises protocols of Balendra Shah’s ministers Home Minister Gurung’s ranking has been reduced from third to fifth. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/07/iran-defiant-on-eve-of-trump-s-ceasefire-deadline The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T12:35:06+05:45 Iran defiant on eve of Trump’s ceasefire deadline Iran has rejected a US proposal brokered by Pakistan for an immediate ceasefire and the lifting of its effective blockade of the strait, followed by talks on a broader peace settlement within 15 to 20 days. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/07/pooja-sir-and-gunyu-cholo-win-big The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T11:46:14+05:45 ‘Pooja, Sir’ and ‘Gunyu Cholo’ win big NIFF’s closing ceremony celebrates Nepali and global cinema with awards across feature, documentary and short films. https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/04/07/question-paper-leaked-minutes-after-exam-begins-in-karnali The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T10:06:41+05:45 Question paper leaked minutes after exam begins in Karnali Authorities launch investigation after papers circulate online during SEE exams; officials say action will be taken against those responsible. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/govt-recalls-six-envoys-17-missions-left-without-ambassadors The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T08:03:08+05:45 Govt recalls six envoys, 17 missions left without ambassadors The Cabinet decision removes the remaining political appointees, leaving key missions, including India, China and the US, without leadership. https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/04/07/artemis-ii-moon-mission-breaks-apollo-13-record-for-distance-from-earth The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T07:43:51+05:45 Artemis II moon mission breaks Apollo 13 record for distance from Earth Artemis II crew reaches record-breaking distance from Earth during lunar flyby, capturing rare views of the moon’s far side and advancing NASA’s plan for a return to the lunar surface. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/three-arrested-after-police-firing-in-rupandehi The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T07:38:21+05:45 Three arrested after police firing in Rupandehi One injured as police open fire after suspects resist arrest; large quantity of controlled substances seized. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/years-of-policy-talk-zero-implementation-on-vehicle-conversion The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T07:27:00+05:45 Years of policy talk, zero implementation on vehicle conversion Nepal allows EV retrofitting in principle, but missing standards leave converted vehicles stuck off-road. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/04/07/today-s-weather-april-7-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T07:24:26+05:45 Today’s weather: April 7, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/07/why-are-we-so-bad-at-resting The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:27:47+05:45 Why are we so bad at resting? In a culture that glorifies exhaustion, true rest has become unfamiliar and often, uncomfortable. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/07/preparations-for-kantipur-half-marathon-complete The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:24:43+05:45 Preparations for Kantipur Half-Marathon complete The 14th edition of the half-marathon is taking place on April 18 with winners of Xtreme College Run winning a paid package to IPL final. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/04/07/apf-end-sudurpashchim-s-winning-streak The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:20:48+05:45 APF end Sudurpashchim’s winning streak Despite the loss, Sudurpashchim stay firm in the second position, with 10 points from five wins in seven games. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/04/07/2-nd-npl-s-total-gross-revenue-over-rs473-million The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:17:22+05:45 2nd NPL’s total gross revenue over Rs473 million CAN’s board meeting on Monday approved the income and expenditure during the 2nd NPL. The meeting also decided to use ICC’s funding of USD500,000 in women’s cricket. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/foreign-minister-khanal-to-begin-maiden-overseas-trip-from-mauritius The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:08:07+05:45 Foreign Minister Khanal to begin maiden overseas trip from Mauritius Will attend Indian Ocean Conference on April 10-12 and may meet several foreign counterparts including S Jaishankar. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/supreme-court-says-oli-and-lekhak-need-not-be-in-custody-for-investigation-orders-their-release-on-thursday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:05:16+05:45 Supreme Court says Oli and Lekhak need not be in custody for investigation. Orders their release on Thursday Orders their release on humanitarian grounds, even if investigation is not completed. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/07/indian-duties-batter-nepal-s-steel-exports-wipe-out-billions-in-earnings The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T06:03:00+05:45 Indian duties batter Nepal’s steel exports, wipe out billions in earnings Shipments plunge over 77 percent as safeguard tariff and policy hurdles hit high-value goods. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/07/ruling-party-apologises-to-dalits-for-historical-injustice-but-communities-demand-real-change The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T05:59:34+05:45 Ruling party apologises to Dalits for historical injustice. But communities demand real change The government had promised to deliver a formal apology within 15 days of assuming office, alongside reform programmes for social justice. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/07/fuel-frenzy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T00:04:45+05:45 Fuel frenzy Nepal cannot bear the brunt of external shocks without a buffer of energy and food security. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/07/for-the-rsp-blue-is-not-just-a-colour-it-is-a-political-sign The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T00:02:16+05:45 For the RSP, ‘Blue’ is not just a colour. It is a political sign Do citizens only see the colour, or do they also understand the underlying meanings? https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/06/together-for-health-stand-with-science-advance-one-health The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T00:00:33+05:45 Together for health. Stand with science. Advance ‘One Health’ On this World Health Day, the WHO calls on Nepal to stand with science—by turning evidence into action, investing in resilient systems and working across sectors to protect the health of people, animals, plants and the planet. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/06/ai-in-its-every-form-is-coming-to-us-we-cannot-run-away-from-it The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-07T00:00:30+05:45 AI, in its every form, is coming to us. We cannot run away from it With the advancement of artificial intelligence, the natural curiosity of humans is predicted to grow significantly in numbers. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/06/iran-rejects-ceasefire-as-deadline-nears-on-trump-hell-ultimatum The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T21:31:49+05:45 Iran rejects ceasefire as deadline nears on Trump ‘hell’ ultimatum The Iranian response consisted of 10 clauses, including an end to conflicts in the region, a protocol for safe passage through the Strait ​of Hormuz, ​lifting of ⁠sanctions, and reconstruction, the agency added. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/06/supreme-court-orders-completion-of-oli-lekhak-probe-by-thursday-mandates-release-otherwise The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T20:09:16+05:45 Supreme Court orders completion of Oli, Lekhak probe by Thursday, mandates release otherwise Oli and Lekhak were arrested on March 28 on charges linked to the use of lethal force during the Gen Z protests on September 8. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/04/06/bird-flu-outbreaks-confirmed-in-23-farms-across-four-districts The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T20:03:52+05:45 Bird flu outbreaks confirmed in 23 farms across four districts Department of Livestock Services identifies poor biosecurity and contact with wild birds as key causes behind the spread of the H5N1 virus. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/06/state-owned-hetauda-cement-industry-nears-closure-amid-deepening-financial-crisis The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T19:30:00+05:45 State-owned Hetauda Cement industry nears closure amid deepening financial crisis Shortage of raw materials, ageing equipment and mounting liabilities push the industry to the brink, with operations likely to halt within days. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/06/us-iran-study-ceasefire-plan-as-trump-s-hell-warning-nears-deadline The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T18:52:00+05:45 US, Iran study ceasefire plan as Trump’s ‘hell’ warning nears deadline Earlier on Monday, a senior Iranian official told Reuters that Iran will not reopen the Strait as part of a temporary ceasefire. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/06/pun-asks-pm-to-discuss-air-routes-with-india-for-bhairahawa-airport The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T18:33:16+05:45 Pun asks PM to discuss air routes with India for Bhairahawa airport The former minister called for prioritising various development projects in Lumbini province. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/06/market-rebounds-with-over-83-gain The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T17:32:17+05:45 Market rebounds with over 83 gain Index fell over 190 points since formation of new government, including a 105-point drop in single day. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/06/uml-s-bhandari-elected-unopposed-as-national-assembly-vice-chair The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T16:06:29+05:45 UML’s Bhandari elected unopposed as National Assembly vice chair Bhandari secures unanimous backing from major parties in the upper house. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/06/short-film-development-lab-to-mentor-six-projects-internationally The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T15:18:21+05:45 ‘Short Film Development Lab’ to mentor six Nepali short films In collaboration with KIMFF, Chalachitra Lab will guide filmmakers through intensive training, culminating in the opportunity to pitch their films on a global stage. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/06/when-dissent-invites-digital-lynching-is-nepali-social-media-growing-hostile-to-differing-views The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T15:08:43+05:45 When dissent invites digital lynching. Is Nepali social media growing hostile to differing views? Sociologists say increasing online attacks are creating a chilling effect in society, leading people to self-censorship. https://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2026/04/06/home-minister-gurung-faces-scrutiny-over-unpaid-land-rent-near-phewa-lake The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T08:01:00+05:45 Home Minister Gurung claims deception in Phewa Lake land lease. Landowner disputes claim Authorities say structures linked to Gurung fall within a protected zone, while he claims he was misled about the land’s location and plans to seek legal remedy. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/06/trump-invokes-religious-rhetoric-in-praise-of-iran-rescue-drawing-criticism The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T07:23:24+05:45 Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism Earlier administrations issued simple Easter greetings, but critics say this time officials blurred the line between faith and policy, invoking religion to justify the war and guide military conduct. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/06/restoring-phewa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T07:12:33+05:45 Restoring Phewa The Shah government’s contribution to saving the lake will be remembered for a long time. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/04/06/today-s-weather-april-6-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T07:09:17+05:45 Today’s weather: April 6, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/06/woven-with-purpose The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:51:52+05:45 Woven with purpose Aama’s Creation started as a solution for a baby’s sensitive skin during lockdown and has now become a growing network of women-led production, grounded in inherited knowledge. https://kathmandupost.com/books/2026/04/06/sandhikaal-traces-roots-of-nepal-s-democratic-awakening The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:39:40+05:45 ‘Sandhikaal’ traces roots of Nepal’s democratic awakening Lokranjan Parajuli’s new book explores the social and cultural forces behind the fall of the Rana regime. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/06/rsp-s-rise-clouds-future-of-mid-level-reformers-in-old-parties The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:34:18+05:45 RSP’s rise clouds future of mid-level reformers in old parties But analysts say capable reform-minded leaders can still rise if they adapt. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/04/06/finland-based-nepali-woman-harassed-online-over-name-mix-up The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:30:23+05:45 Finland-based Nepali woman harassed online over name mix-up Sangam Bista was linked to a sexual assault case in the US and flooded with abuse on social media. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/06/costly-cultural-weddings-drive-some-couples-to-tie-the-knot-in-court The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:27:49+05:45 Costly cultural weddings drive some couples to tie the knot in court Once seen as a quiet alternative, court marriages are becoming first choice—driven by cost, convenience and changing ideas about what marriage should be. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/06/ev-demand-in-nepal-is-growing-but-so-is-cost The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:23:18+05:45 EV demand in Nepal is growing but so is cost Rising fuel prices and supply uncertainty drive surge in bookings, while higher freight costs and dollar strength push EV prices up. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/06/google-certification-for-kavya-school-teachers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-06T06:00:00+05:45 Google certification for Kavya School teachers At a ceremony organised at the school in Kathmandu on Sunday, founder principal Nawaraj Baskota praised the teachers for their achievement and encouraged them to use the skills for effective instruction. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/mother-of-two-returns-from-kuwait-in-casket The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T22:42:27+05:45 Mother of two returns from Kuwait in casket 33-year-old Yamuna Sunar had gone to the Gulf kingdom to give her daughters a better future. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/05/a-tricky-social-media-polarisation-is-emerging-in-nepal-how-will-the-government-handle-it The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T22:24:25+05:45 A tricky social media polarisation is emerging in Nepal. How will the government handle it? For a government benefiting from digital populism, navigating social media challenges will be tough. https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/04/05/the-burden-of-coping-with-the-fuel-hike-will-largely-fall-on-the-middle-and-lower-middle-classes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T22:22:48+05:45 The burden of coping with the fuel hike will largely fall on the middle and lower-middle classes When you consider that nearly 25 percent of our GDP is under direct threat from sectoral disruptions, the scale of the crisis becomes clear. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/05/bound-together-to-be-torn-apart The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T20:30:00+05:45 Bound together to be torn apart There was a time when wars were distant spectacles--names in newspapers, maps in atlases, and stories carried by travellers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/oli-and-lekhak-to-remain-in-custody-for-five-more-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T20:12:42+05:45 Oli and Lekhak to remain in custody for five more days Police secure extended custody to continue probe into Gen Z protests as investigation progresses. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/government-recommends-narayan-kandel-as-attorney-general The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T17:10:34+05:45 Government recommends Narayan Kandel as attorney general Former counsel to RSP chair Rabi Lamichhane brings legal and human rights experience to the role. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/dry-landslide-blocks-yasok-uttare-road-in-panchthar The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T16:16:15+05:45 Dry landslide blocks Yasok–Uttare road in Panchthar Transport halted after debris buries 15-metre stretch; reopening may take three days. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/government-announces-two-day-weekend-amid-fuel-crisis The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T15:59:58+05:45 Government announces two-day weekend amid fuel crisis Offices to operate from 9 am to 5 pm as Cabinet moves to ease pressure from petroleum supply disruptions. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/05/nepse-plunges-105-50-points-as-all-sub-indices-decline The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T15:40:56+05:45 Nepse plunges 105.50 points as all sub-indices decline Only seven firms post gains while 261 decline in a broad market slump. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/05/ai-is-rewiring-the-world-s-most-prolific-film-industry The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T12:32:51+05:45 AI is rewiring the world’s most prolific film industry Indian studios are using AI to cut costs, speed up production and dub films into multiple languages. With fewer union constraints than Hollywood, the industry is moving fast, raising questions about creativity and audience acceptance. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/police-detain-shanker-group-vice-chair-sulav-agrawal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T12:11:22+05:45 Police detain Shanker Group vice-chair Sulav Agrawal Investigation linked to Deepak Bhatta expands to one of Nepal’s largest conglomerates, raising questions over financial transactions, political access and regulatory influence. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/05/dp-aryal-elected-speaker-unopposed The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T11:55:59+05:45 DP Aryal elected Speaker unopposed First non-communist Speaker in 18 years takes office as parties turn to deputy Speaker race. https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/04/05/bheri-bridge-project-stalls-for-years-leaving-key-highway-link-incomplete The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T10:54:03+05:45 Bheri bridge project stalls for years, leaving key highway link incomplete Failed contracts and rejected bids keep Rukum West–Jajarkot connection stranded as locals rely on suspension bridge. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/04/05/fire-destroys-22-houses-and-sheds-in-western-nepal-causes-rs9-35-million-loss The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T10:15:05+05:45 Fire destroys 22 houses and sheds in western Nepal, causes Rs9.35 million loss Blaze in Pyuthan village kills livestock and destroys property before being contained by security forces and locals. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/05/us-rescues-airman-whose-f-15-was-downed-in-iran-us-officials-say The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T10:05:00+05:45 US rescues airman whose F-15 was downed in Iran, US officials say The airman was the second member of ⁠a two-person crew of an F-15 that Iran said on Friday was brought ⁠down by its air defences. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/money-laundering-probe-pulls-nepal-s-shanker-group-into-spotlight The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T08:36:27+05:45 Money laundering probe pulls Nepal’s Shanker Group into spotlight Investigators are examining ties between the conglomerate and businessman Deepak Bhatta, raising questions over political access and transactions spanning billions of rupees. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/05/trump-israel-pressure-iran-ahead-of-deadline-as-search-continues-for-missing-us-airman The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T07:27:13+05:45 Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline as search continues for missing US airman Trump’s messaging has veered between hinting at diplomatic progress and making threats to bomb the Islamic Republic “back to the Stone Ages.” https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/04/05/today-s-weather-april-5-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T07:20:00+05:45 Today’s weather: April 5, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/04/05/four-films-that-defined-niff-s-opening-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:59:07+05:45 Four films that defined NIFF’s opening days Celebrating world cinema, the 9th Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) is presenting 88 films and documentaries from 40 countries. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/04/05/could-arjun-kumal-be-the-next-big-thing-in-nepali-cricket The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:50:43+05:45 Could Arjun Kumal be the next big thing in Nepali cricket? Kumal, perhaps the most consistent Nepali batter of late, smashed a century on Saturday and became the fastest to reach 1,000 runs in the tournament. He now awaits a senior national team debut. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/05/ruling-rsp-is-weighing-which-party-will-get-its-woman-parliamentarian-elected-deputy-speaker The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:47:28+05:45 Ruling RSP is weighing which party will get its woman parliamentarian elected deputy Speaker Aryal was uncontested for Speaker but there are several opposition parties staking their claim to the crucial House role. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/05/manpower-agencies-charging-over-rs10-000-as-service-fee-come-under-scrutiny The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:43:43+05:45 Manpower agencies charging over Rs10,000 as service fee come under scrutiny The provision—popularly known as the ‘free visa, free ticket’ policy—applies to Nepali workers heading to major labour destinations. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/04/05/loan-sharking-rampant-in-rautahat-over-7-000-victims-file-complaints-against-moneylenders The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:41:30+05:45 Loan sharking rampant in Rautahat, over 7,000 victims file complaints against moneylenders Victims recount tales of financial ruin and legal harassment at the hands of a local trader, as they struggle for justice despite government intervention. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/05/iran-war-and-soaring-fuel-prices-hit-travel-and-tourism-in-nepal-hard The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:38:34+05:45 Iran war and soaring fuel prices hit travel and tourism in Nepal hard West Asia conflict drives record jet fuel prices, doubling ticket costs and triggering cancellations during peak tourist season. https://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2026/04/05/police-machines-deployed-to-reclaim-phewa-lake-territory The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-05T06:32:49+05:45 Police, machines deployed to reclaim Phewa Lake territory On Saturday morning those living by the lake woke up to the clatter of excavators deployed to remove structures built on lake land. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/04/trump-gives-iran-48-hours-to-make-a-deal-as-hunt-goes-on-for-missing-us-pilot The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T22:09:51+05:45 Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make a deal, as hunt goes on for missing US pilot The war has killed thousands, sparked an energy crisis and threatened lasting damage to the world economy. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/04/youngsters-blame-game-fashion-highlights-from-the-new-parliament-s-opening The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T21:57:52+05:45 Youngsters, blame game, fashion: Highlights from the new Parliament’s opening It is a remarkable transition from the usual old bunch to a premier aged just 35. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/04/leapfrogging-to-satellite-internet-can-transform-nepal-s-digital-landscape The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T21:56:01+05:45 Leapfrogging to satellite internet can transform Nepal’s digital landscape Policy inertia is denying a child in Mugu the same digital access as the one in Kathmandu. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/04/balen-won-big-now-what-kind-of-power-will-he-be-1775318913 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T21:53:33+05:45 Balen won big. Now, what kind of power will he be? It’s now crucial to ask what power doctrine emerges during his tenure. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/as-part-of-government-restructuring-foreign-ministry-wants-three-key-departments-under-it The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T21:51:13+05:45 As part of government restructuring, foreign ministry wants three key departments under it The responsibilities concerning foreign employment, foreign trade and foreign aid are currently being handled by other ministries. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/elderly-parents-lose-their-pillar-as-son-dies-in-kuwait The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T21:35:28+05:45 Elderly parents lose their pillar as son dies in Kuwait After 22 years of foreign employment, Khushiram Chaudhary planned to return to Dang to care for his ailing parents, only to return home in a coffin. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/two-dead-in-lamjung-jeep-accident The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T19:45:42+05:45 Two dead in Lamjung jeep accident A passenger jeep heading from Besisahar to Chhinkhola plunged 40–50 metres off a winding uphill road on Saturday afternoon, police say. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/04/04/six-nepalis-injured-in-uae-discharged-one-recovering The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T18:03:18+05:45 Six Nepalis injured in UAE discharged, one recovering Seven Nepalese nationals were injured by falling debris in Abu Dhabi’s Al-Ajban area after UAE air defenses intercepted Iranian missiles. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/04/eight-dead-after-earthquake-of-magnitude-5-9-strikes-afghanistan The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T14:33:47+05:45 Eight dead after earthquake of magnitude 5.9 strikes Afghanistan An earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck Afghanistan's ⁠Hindu Kush region on Friday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said. Earthquakes in the country are the most deadly, killing about 560 ⁠people on average each year. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/195-individuals-arrested-from-various-parts-of-kathmandu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T14:05:48+05:45 195 individuals arrested from various parts of Kathmandu Police made the arrests as part of an overnight search operation on Friday. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/illegal-structures-on-phewa-lakeside-torn-down The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T13:19:26+05:45 Illegal structures on Phewa lakeside torn down Pokhara metropolis begins demolition on Saturday following PM Shah’s directive. The apex court ruled on lake conservation seven years ago. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/sagar-lamsal-bale-arrested The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T10:25:09+05:45 Sagar Lamsal ‘Bale’ arrested Police detained the artist after a woman accused him of rape on social media. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/04/04/the-week-in-five-photos-1775276465 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T10:06:05+05:45 The week in five photos Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/04/events-april-4-to-april-10-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T09:29:58+05:45 EVENTS: April 4 to April 10, 2026 The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/04/a-village-fading-into-silence The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T09:07:46+05:45 A village fading into silence In ‘Torkin’, the rhythms of a Mustang village reveal the beauty and fragility of life in the Himalayas. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/04/santoo-and-arika-feted-as-best-of-the-best-at-20th-nnipa-sports-award The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T09:02:21+05:45 Santoo and Arika feted as ‘best of the best’ at 20th NNIPA Sports Award The recipients of different awards were selected based on their performance in the Nepali Year 2081BS (mid-April 2024 to mid-April 2025). https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/04/west-asia-conflict-drives-up-nepal-s-trade-costs-fuels-inflation-fears The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T08:49:37+05:45 West Asia conflict drives up Nepal’s trade costs, fuels inflation fears Freight, fuel and insurance surge as import-dependent economy braces for 50 percent price rise across goods. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/balendra-shah-renewed-curiosity-for-badimalika-but-will-he-make-it-easily-accessible The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T08:33:21+05:45 Balendra Shah renewed curiosity for Badimalika. But will he make it easily accessible? Badimalika and Ramaroshan drew Balendra Shah’s attention as he toured Nepal’s far-west for election campaign. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/flight-disruptions-slow-repatriation-of-38-nepali-bodies-from-gulf The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T08:23:12+05:45 Flight disruptions slow repatriation of 38 Nepali bodies from Gulf Nine bodies were brought Wednesday, and special flights on Friday and Sunday will bring more. https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/04/04/i-just-wanted-to-make-a-damn-good-movie-ramesh-sippy-on-sholay The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T08:00:01+05:45 I just wanted to make a damn good movie: Ramesh Sippy on ‘Sholay’ Fifty years after the blockbuster, Bollywood’s veteran director reflects on timeless storytelling, Nepali cinema, censorship, and debunks a popular cinema myth. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/04/aryal-led-rsp-in-lamichhane-s-absence-now-he-ll-run-the-house The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-04T07:20:15+05:45 Aryal led RSP in Lamichhane’s absence. Now he’ll run the House Elected unopposed, Aryal will take the oath of office as Speaker from President tomorrow. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/new-home-minister-s-unconventional-approach-to-governance-raises-eyebrows The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T21:32:57+05:45 What home minister Sudan Gurung’s first week in office looked like His early actions drew both praise and scrutiny as he appeared to be intervening in policing and administrative decisions. https://kathmandupost.com/climate-environment/2026/04/03/diesel-run-public-vehicles-are-driving-kathmandu-s-air-pollution The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T21:11:47+05:45 Diesel-run public vehicles are driving Kathmandu’s air pollution Over 75 percent diesel vehicles have failed emission tests conducted by Kathmandu Metropolitan City. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/03/fairfield-by-marriott-kathmandu-marks-9th-anniversary-milestone The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T20:56:00+05:45 Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu marks 9th anniversary milestone Hotel celebrates nearly a decade of service, highlighting global standards, guest loyalty and future growth. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/03/call-for-nature-based-solutions-as-wildfire-risks-surge The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T20:21:44+05:45 Call for nature-based solutions as wildfire risks surge Officials and experts urge community-led approaches as fires grow more frequent and intense. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/03/myanmar-junta-chief-min-aung-hlaing-elected-president-by-pro-military-parliament The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T18:52:55+05:45 Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament The 69-year-old general has had a torrid time in ​power since he toppled the administration of Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi in 2021 and put her under arrest. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/unpaid-dues-push-sugarcane-farmers-into-distress The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T16:48:03+05:45 Unpaid dues push sugarcane farmers into distress Indira Sugar Mill in Pratappur remains shut this season, leaving hundreds unpaid for two years. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/aryal-set-to-be-speaker-unopposed The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T15:51:39+05:45 Aryal set to be Speaker unopposed With only one nomination filed, the proposal will be presented and seconded in the House meeting scheduled for April 5. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/controversial-businessman-bhatta-linked-to-multiple-irregularities The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T14:26:14+05:45 Controversial businessman Bhatta linked to multiple irregularities Police arrested him from Naxal on Thursday in a money laundering case. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/03/nepal-hikes-fuel-prices-for-third-time-in-a-month The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T13:53:10+05:45 Nepal hikes fuel prices for third time in a month Petrol and diesel rise by Rs15 per litre; NOC cites global surge as losses remain high despite adjustments. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/03/nepali-bullion-market-sees-sharp-volatility-in-march The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T13:03:22+05:45 Nepali bullion market sees sharp volatility in March Gold reached monthly high of 328,600 on March 3 and low of Rs 273,900. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/03/us-vows-to-target-more-iranian-infrastructure-as-nations-seek-to-open-hormuz The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T10:55:53+05:45 US vows to target more Iranian infrastructure as nations seek to open Hormuz The US military “hasn’t even started destroying what’s left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants,” Trump wrote on social media late on Thursday. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/03/art-kathmandu-2026-brings-together-nepal-s-diverse-artistic-heritage The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T09:10:17+05:45 Art Kathmandu 2026 brings together Nepal’s diverse artistic heritage The upcoming exhibit blends traditional forms such as Thangka and Paubha with contemporary practices. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/03/seto-kalo-echoes-from-yatana-s-chamber The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T08:57:46+05:45 ‘Seto-Kalo’: Echoes from Yatana’s chamber A student-led production at Thames International College explores mental distress and the fragile space between survival and identity. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/03/nepse-this-week-1775185004 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T08:41:44+05:45 NEPSE this week Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/nepali-students-to-organise-a-first-ever-nepal-summit-at-harvard-university-1775184511 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T08:33:30+05:45 Nepali students to organise a first-ever Nepal summit at Harvard University The conference will see discussions on human capital, diaspora engagement and future of work in the age of AI. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/provincial-inertia-might-go-against-balendra-shah-s-speedy-delivery-plan The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T08:28:02+05:45 Provincial inertia might go against Balendra Shah’s speedy delivery plan It’s unclear how Prime Minister Balendra Shah will reach out to provincial governments led by traditional parties. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/ugly-wires-still-hang-over-capital-even-after-underground-cabling-completed The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T08:17:59+05:45 Ugly wires still hang over Capital even after underground cabling completed Electricity authority has completed underground cabling, but poor coordination with local units is delaying the connection to households. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/first-lower-house-meeting-begins-with-argy-bargy-between-ruling-and-opposition-parties The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T08:09:22+05:45 First lower house meeting begins with argy-bargy between ruling and opposition parties As RSP chair Lamichhane criticises previous governments, opposition says it’s disingenuous to show them in poor light. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/03/ramesh-asked-his-wife-pramila-to-vote-on-election-day-he-died-in-kuwait The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T07:57:54+05:45 Ramesh asked his wife Pramila to vote. On election day, he died in Kuwait Family is devastated after a migrant worker returns home in a casket. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/03/already-late The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T07:45:10+05:45 Already late Rather than letting the fuel crisis get worse, the switch to electric options must be accelerated. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/03/home-minister-sudan-gurung-is-decisive-but-it-may-come-at-a-cost The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T07:28:05+05:45 Home Minister Sudan Gurung is decisive. But it may come at a cost If political gimmicks continue to replace processes, the system will ultimately pay the price. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/03/rsp-s-economic-goals-shine-but-welfare-commitments-lack-rigour The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-03T07:12:22+05:45 RSP’s economic goals shine, but welfare commitments lack rigour Proposed reforms, while critical, are unlikely to resolve constraints in local governance structures. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/two-nepal-airlines-special-flights-to-bring-back-nepalis-from-uae-and-saudi-arabia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T22:11:59+05:45 Two Nepal Airlines special flights to bring back Nepalis from UAE and Saudi Arabia RA 229 will depart from Kathmandu on Friday at 23:15 local time for Dubai and return at 04:10 Dubai time. On Sunday, another flight, RA 241 will depart for Damam, Saudi Arabia from Kathmandu at 08:30 local time. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/rsp-picks-vice-chair-aryal-for-speaker The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T21:18:36+05:45 RSP picks vice-chair Aryal for Speaker A parliamentary party meeting held on Thursday endorsed Aryal’s candidacy after party chair Ravi Lamichhane proposed his name for the post. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/court-allows-two-more-days-remand-of-oli-and-lekhak The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T20:38:29+05:45 Court allows two more days’ remand of Oli and Lekhak Former prime minister Oli attends hearing virtually from hospital as police seek more time for probe. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/after-six-years-of-construction-authorities-realise-kakri-maikot-road-does-not-belong-to-shahid-marga The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T20:18:25+05:45 After six years of construction, authorities realise Kakri-Maikot road does not belong to Shahid Marga Project orders a halt to additional construction. Locals are disappointed. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/02/indonesia-earthquake-damages-buildings-but-tsunami-alerts-have-been-lifted The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T17:38:59+05:45 Indonesia earthquake damages buildings, but tsunami alerts have been lifted Indonesia is a tectonically complex part of ​the “Pacific Ring of Fire”, a seismically active belt of volcanoes stretching from South America to the Russian Far East. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/02/nepse-closes-higher-at-2-782-18-with-rs-8-81-billion-turnover The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T16:02:29+05:45 Nepse closes higher at 2,782.18 with Rs 8.81 billion turnover Selective buying in manufacturing and trading stocks offsets weakness in finance sector, keeping market slightly positive despite broader declines. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/02/new-house-session-begins The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T15:48:50+05:45 New House session begins amid blame game First sitting endorses interim rules as UML objects and Congress questions probe into Gen Z unrest. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/04/02/nepali-students-to-organise-a-first-ever-nepal-summit-at-harvard-university The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T15:19:01+05:45 Nepali students to organise a first-ever Nepal summit at Harvard University The two-day conference is focused on discussions around human capital, economic growth, diaspora engagement, and the future of work in the age of AI. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/businessman-deepak-bhatta-arrested-in-money-laundering-probe The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T15:15:03+05:45 Businessman Deepak Bhatta arrested in money laundering probe CIB detains him from Naxal as authorities widen scrutiny of financial dealings and political links. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/cross-party-top-leadership-addressing-the-first-lower-house-meeting The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T14:10:15+05:45 Cross-party top leadership addressing the first lower house meeting Senior-most member Arjun Narsingh KC will preside over the meeting until Speaker is elected. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/02/gold-price-declines-silver-follows-suit The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T13:03:37+05:45 Gold price declines, silver follows suit Yellow metal sheds Rs 3,600 per tola to Rs 294,000. Silver also drops by 165 per tola. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/inisa-s-family-agrees-to-receive-body The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T11:25:53+05:45 Inisa’s family agrees to receive body Last rites will be performed at Samjhighat near Bheri bridge on Thursday. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/02/mankala-and-the-loneliness-of-becoming-yourself The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T09:16:53+05:45 ‘Mankala’ and the loneliness of becoming yourself Om Raj Raut’s debut web series avoids glamorising diaspora life and instead shows a woman struggling between what others expect from her and who she wants to be. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/02/ai-requires-literature-not-just-code The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T09:05:57+05:45 AI requires literature, not just code Rajat Sainju, a postdoctoral appointee at Argonne National Laboratory in the US, says that the next generation of Nepali innovators must connect science, ethics, and creativity to harness AI responsibly. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/02/bangladesh-knock-nepal-out-of-saff-u20 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T08:55:59+05:45 Bangladesh knock Nepal out of SAFF U20 Nepal lost composure after conceding early. Bangladesh capitalised on it and intensified the pressure. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/02/lumbini-defeat-apf-in-super-over The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T08:49:58+05:45 Lumbini defeat APF in Super Over Bagmati register their second win after handing Karnali a 60-run defeat on the back of a seven-wicket haul by Sandeep Lamichhane in the other match of the Men’s PM Cup. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/04/02/nepal-women-s-withdrawal-from-fifa-series-highlights-the-rot-in-nepali-football The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T08:42:35+05:45 Nepal women’s withdrawal from FIFA Series highlights the rot in Nepali football Players express dissatisfaction as they lose a major opportunity due to politicking in sports bodies. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/nepal-devising-long-term-strategy-to-protect-citizens-abroad The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T08:05:07+05:45 Nepal devising long-term strategy to protect citizens abroad Foreign minister-led panel is exploring a mechanism to respond immediately in times of international crises. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/chitwan-to-vaccinate-23-000-people-above-30-against-je The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T07:42:57+05:45 Chitwan to vaccinate 23,000 people above 30 against JE Officials say high-risk areas have been selected for vaccination due to limited doses and funds shortage. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/02/sunil-sah-left-country-aiming-to-build-his-parents-a-house-now-they-struggle-to-bring-his-body-home The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-02T07:05:01+05:45 Sunil Sah left country aiming to build his parents a house. Now they struggle to bring his body home DNA hurdles and bureaucratic delays leave a Mahottari family in limbo two years after a deadly industrial fire in Saudi Arabia. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/driven-to-dharan-by-threats-sarin-finds-acceptance-in-the-ballot-box The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T23:31:25+05:45 This transgender candidate found home and hope in Dharan Shram Sanskriti Party chair Harka Sampang beat her by a margin of about 8,000 votes but that’s the closest an LGBTQ+ candidate has got to victory in direct contest. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/captive-park-elephants-turn-deadly-two-caretakers-killed-in-bardiya-in-four-years The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T23:06:42+05:45 Captive park elephants turn deadly, two caretakers killed in Bardiya in four years Experts say even trained elephants retain unpredictable wild instincts. Seven handlers killed in 25 years in Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/nine-nepali-bodies-brought-home-from-kuwait The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T21:46:51+05:45 Nine Nepali bodies brought home from Kuwait The deceased include four women whose repatriation was delayed by growing Gulf conflict. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/01/no-more-delay The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T21:23:54+05:45 No more delay The government should uphold the principle that reparations are the right of victims. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/direction-of-public-accountability The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T21:23:04+05:45 Direction of public accountability Nepal’s democratic consolidation needs reforms that citizens can see in daily governance. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/kathmandu-s-man-made-flood-crisis The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T21:22:03+05:45 Kathmandu’s man-made flood crisis It calls for a change in how the city grows, manages water and reconnects with its natural systems. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/himalayan-hopes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T19:22:04+05:45 Himalayan hopes Will Nepal’s new government live up to expectations? https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/thapa-elected-uml-pp-leader-unopposed The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T17:51:24+05:45 Thapa elected UML PP leader unopposed Even as Suhang Nembang was interested in the position, he could not find a proposer and a seconder for his candidacy. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/see-answer-sheets-to-be-graded-at-exam-centres-within-three-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T17:23:58+05:45 SEE kicks off across country on Thursday Exams start at 8 am. Girls outnumber boys among 512,421 students. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/police-use-april-fool-s-stunt-to-warn-against-digital-scams The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T16:08:31+05:45 Police use April Fool’s stunt to warn against digital scams A QR code posted on the security agency’s social media draws widespread attention but sparks debate over the use of deceptive messaging. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/nepse-plunges-74-73-points-as-all-sub-indices-decline The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T15:52:59+05:45 Nepse plunges 74.73 points as all sub-indices decline Share prices of 13 firms rise while 255 fall, reflecting a broad market downturn. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/us-lowers-nepal-to-level-2-in-travel-advisory The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T15:52:22+05:45 US lowers Nepal to Level 2 in travel advisory Move signals easing of travel restrictions; Travellers urged to exercise caution amid potential protests. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/trump-says-us-strongly-considering-nato-exit-telegraph-newspaper-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T15:25:17+05:45 Trump says US strongly considering NATO exit, Telegraph newspaper says Trump described the ​alliance as a “paper tiger” and ​said removing the United States from the defence pact was now “beyond reconsideration,” ​the newspaper reported. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/nepal-hikes-jet-fuel-to-record-high-as-middle-east-war-drives-global-surge The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T14:48:11+05:45 Nepal hikes jet fuel to historic high as West Asia war drives global surge Aviation fuel sold to domestic airlines surges by up to 97.6 percent, pushing up airfares and widening Nepal Oil Corporation losses. ATF prices for international airlines surged by 77.63 percent. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/police-begin-recording-statements-of-lekhak The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T14:37:46+05:45 Police begin recording statements of Lekhak He, along with former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, was arrested for his alleged negligence and recklessness that resulted in human casualties during the Gen Z protest. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/ride-hailing-riders-demand-uniform-fare-as-price-gaps-trigger-tensions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T14:09:45+05:45 Ride-Hailing riders demand uniform fare as price gaps trigger tensions Fuel price hikes and inconsistent pricing across platforms spark protests, with riders warning of escalating risks and calling for regulation and social protection. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/electric-bus-resumes-service-in-lumbini The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T13:56:31+05:45 Electric bus resumes service in Lumbini Two of five electric buses are in operable condition; remaining three under repair. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/serbian-students-protesters-clash-with-police-in-belgrade The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T13:35:17+05:45 Serbian students, protesters clash with police in Belgrade Anti-government protests have swept across Serbia since December 2024, ⁠a month after 16 people died in the collapse of an awning at a railway station in the northern Serbian city of Novi Sad. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/nac-to-refund-for-cancellation-of-the-gulf-flight The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T12:59:55+05:45 NAC to refund for cancellation of the Gulf flight Corporation says all affected passengers will be eligible for full refund. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/gold-silver-prices-rise-sharply-in-domestic-market The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T11:42:07+05:45 Gold and silver prices surge Gold jumps by Rs7,400 per tola in a day, with global bullion trends staying firm amid safe-haven demand. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/russian-military-transport-plane-crashes-in-crimea-killing-29-defence-ministry-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T11:26:11+05:45 Russian military transport plane crashes in Crimea, killing 29, defence ministry says The ministry did not state how many people were on board and made no mention of survivors. The An-26, a light tactical military transport, has long been in service and can carry cargo or up to 40 passengers over short and medium distances. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/01/shah-consults-lawmakers-on-governance-and-budget-priorities The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T10:24:47+05:45 Shah consults lawmakers on governance and budget priorities Prime Minister Balendra Shah meets MPs from three provinces as he builds a national plan focused on reforms, budget allocation and development. https://kathmandupost.com/gandaki-province/2026/04/01/landslide-hit-besisahar-chame-road-reopens The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T10:06:36+05:45 Landslide-hit Besisahar–Chame road reopens Traffic resumes as authorities repair damaged section in Lamjung’s Marsyangdi Rural Municipality. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/04/01/italy-miss-out-on-world-cup-for-third-straight-time-after-shootout-loss-to-bosnia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T08:09:03+05:45 Italy miss out on World Cup for third straight time after shootout loss to Bosnia Bosnia fight back with 10-man Italy forced to penalties as Barbarez’s side seal historic World Cup berth, extending Azzurri’s long qualifying drought. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/04/01/trump-says-the-us-could-end-the-iran-war-in-two-to-three-weeks The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T08:04:28+05:45 Trump says the US could end the Iran war in two to three weeks US signals early exit from Iran conflict within weeks, says deal not required as regional tensions escalate. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/04/01/today-s-weather-april-1-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:59:12+05:45 Today’s weather: April 1, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/04/01/perils-of-haste The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:28:30+05:45 Perils of haste The government must replace the theatre of immediate action with the discipline of durable policy-making. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/where-does-the-local-government-budget-go The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:26:44+05:45 Where does the local government budget go? Current expenditure patterns show that their full potential remains unrealised. https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/04/01/in-tu-yaa-main-class-is-the-real-antagonist The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:23:28+05:45 In ‘Tu Yaa Main’, class is the real antagonist What begins as a glossy Gen-Z romance gradually reveals itself as a study of how class shapes intimacy. https://kathmandupost.com/movie-review/2026/04/01/a-battle-of-rights The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:19:13+05:45 A battle of rights Based on real-life events, ‘Haq’ examines how legal battles intersect with societal judgment and personal resilience. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/04/01/what-i-watch-online-sajina-paudel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:16:32+05:45 What I Watch Online: Sajina Paudel Paudel is a digital creator specialising in fashion. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/04/01/gaurishankar-super-league-t20-for-u17-boys-from-april-12 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:11:08+05:45 Gaurishankar Super League T20 for U17 boys from April 12 The 18 academies, including a team from the organiser, are being divided into six groups of three each. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/04/01/nepal-s-joint-highest-goalscorer-bista-launches-football-academy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:09:37+05:45 Nepal’s joint-highest goalscorer Bista launches football academy Anjan Bista Training Centre is organising ‘Next Gen Boot Camp’, a 10-day football training session for teenagers aged eight to 16 from April 4 to 13. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/01/ruling-rastriya-swatantra-party-to-deploy-lawmakers-alongside-ministers-to-address-people-s-concerns The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:07:12+05:45 Ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party to deploy lawmakers, alongside ministers, to address people’s concerns Party spokesman Jha says the party is sending five members of parliament to each ministry. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/04/01/old-guard-repeats-old-mistakes-even-after-new-political-party-runs-over-them The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:05:23+05:45 Old guard repeats old mistakes even after new political party runs over them March 5 polls punished traditional parties, who ruled the country for decades. Local and provincial elections are due next year. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/court-scraps-discriminatory-provisions-in-laws-relating-to-compensation-relief-to-victims-of-state-atrocities The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:01:51+05:45 Court scraps discriminatory provisions in laws relating to compensation, relief to victims of state atrocities Around two decades since the Comprehensive Peace Accord, and 11 years after the transitional justice process formally commenced, the federal government has yet to draft such legal documents. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/01/storytelling-in-public-health-why-it-matters-for-health-systems The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T07:00:00+05:45 Storytelling in public health: Why it matters for health systems Bridging science with storytelling can improve health-seeking behaviour. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/04/01/bagmati-province-finally-gets-land-for-administrative-complex The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T06:57:31+05:45 Bagmati Province finally gets land for administrative complex Lack of a consolidated headquarters for the province has led to high rental costs and logistical delays, reports have pointed out. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/04/01/the-global-fertiliser-crisis-may-hit-nepal-hard-this-plantation-season The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T06:52:56+05:45 The global fertiliser crisis may hit Nepal hard this plantation season Nepal needs 250,000 tonnes of fertiliser for paddy cultivation. Around 183,000 likely to be available. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/gangrape-charges-for-all-four-in-inisha-case-but-three-likely-absent-during-assault The Kathmandu Post en 2026-04-01T06:44:20+05:45 Gangrape charges for all four in Inisha case, but three likely absent during assault Police investigation and forensic evidence indicate only one suspect may have been involved in the sexual assault. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/31/arena-s-campaign-with-nepal-gets-off-to-a-rocky-start The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T22:15:44+05:45 Arena’s campaign with Nepal gets off to a rocky start Nepal lose 0-1 to Laos and end their AFC Asian Cup Qualification-Third Round on a low. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/businessman-deepak-bhatta-under-money-laundering-probe-barred-from-leaving-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T21:44:20+05:45 Businessman Deepak Bhatta under money laundering probe, barred from leaving Nepal The chief of Infinity Holdings is under investigation for alleged political influence and manipulation of government budget and security contracts. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/31/measles-spread-continues-amid-vaccine-shortage The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T20:56:13+05:45 Measles spread continues amid vaccine shortage Officials say they have no doses for oubreak response and are still waiting for aid agencies to supply vaccine doses. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/rg-creations-reshaping-hospitality-design The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T20:17:40+05:45 RG Creations reshaping hospitality design It introduces experiential architecture to Nepal’s banquet, nightlife and hospitality spaces. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/31/us-says-coming-days-in-iran-war-will-be-decisive-urges-tehran-to-make-a-deal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T20:08:10+05:45 US says coming days in Iran war will be decisive, urges Tehran to make a deal US President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to obliterate Iran's energy plants if it does not agree to a peace deal and open the strait, a vital waterway for global oil shipments that has effectively been blocked by Iran. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/syaphrubesi-rasuwagadhi-road-to-remain-shut-for-45-days-over-next-three-months-for-upgrade The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T20:04:23+05:45 Syaphrubesi-Rasuwagadhi road to remain shut for 45 days over next three months for upgrade Retaining walls will be built at 10 critical sections. Imports and exports through the border point will remain closed. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/31/nepse-rebounds-with-19-7-points-gain-after-declining-for-two-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T16:49:18+05:45 Nepse rebounds with 19.7 points gain after declining for two days The decrease in turnover signals weak momentum despite recovery. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/government-ending-syndicate-on-medical-screening-for-migrant The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T16:08:06+05:45 Government ending syndicate on medical screening for migrant Labour ministry begins enlisting health institutions, breaking long-standing monopoly on screenings for foreign job markets. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/cj-raut-retiring-on-tuesday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T15:31:12+05:45 CJ Raut retiring on Tuesday Supreme Court faces leadership vacuum as his successor has yet to be finalised. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/chartered-flight-to-repatriate-nepali-stranded-in-kuwait The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T14:37:34+05:45 Chartered flight to repatriate Nepali stranded in Kuwait Boeing 777-300 will land in Bhairahawa for the first time as conflict disrupts regular flights between Nepal and Kuwait. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/31/giant-oil-tanker-off-dubai-hit-by-iranian-strike-after-trump-s-latest-threats The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T12:55:32+05:45 Giant oil tanker off Dubai hit by Iranian strike after Trump’s latest threats Crude oil prices briefly spiked anew after the attack on the tanker, which can carry around 2 million barrels of oil worth more than $200 million at current prices. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/31/gold-and-silver-prices-continue-upward-trend The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T12:12:00+05:45 Gold and silver prices continue upward trend Gold rises by Rs6,700 in a day as global prices edge near record levels amid rate cut expectations and geopolitical tensions. https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/03/31/two-dead-four-injured-in-darchula-jeep-accident The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T11:50:17+05:45 Two dead, four injured in Darchula jeep accident Police say the vehicle carrying irrigation office staff crashed in Shailyashikhar Municipality on Tuesday morning. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/31/three-un-peacekeepers-killed-in-lebanon-as-israeli-strikes-pummel-south The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T10:31:58+05:45 Three UN peacekeepers killed in Lebanon as Israeli strikes pummel south The death on Sunday was the first among the UN’s peacekeeping force in the new war between Israel and ​Lebanese armed group Hezbollah which erupted on March 2. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/31/west-asia-conflict-puts-nepal-s-remittance-inflows-at-risk-raises-economic-concerns The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T10:06:31+05:45 West Asia conflict puts Nepal’s remittance inflows at risk, raises economic concerns Escalating tensions threaten remittance from Gulf countries, which account for nearly 40 percent of Nepal’s total inflows, along with jobs, trade and foreign exchange reserves. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/police-arrest-former-kathmandu-cdo-chhabilal-rijal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T09:29:26+05:45 Police arrest former Kathmandu CDO Chhabilal Rijal Arrest linked to probe into alleged negligence during Gen Z protests. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/31/three-million-indian-officials-to-begin-counting-world-s-largest-population The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:58:41+05:45 Three million Indian officials to begin counting world’s largest population With a population of more than 1.4 billion people, India overtook China in 2023, according to the United Nations Population Fund. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/31/thousands-of-us-army-paratroopers-arrive-in-middle-east-as-buildup-intensifies The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:43:13+05:45 Thousands of US Army paratroopers arrive in Middle East as buildup intensifies The paratroopers, based out of Fort Bragg, North Carolina, add to the thousands of additional sailors, Marines and Special Operations forces sent to the region. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/31/today-s-weather-march-31-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:30:00+05:45 Today’s weather: March 31, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/31/how-mindfulness-reshapes-body-image The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:19:40+05:45 How mindfulness reshapes body image Focusing on the present moment can be a powerful way to break free from body dissatisfaction and reconnect with oneself. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/31/a-satire-on-illusion-and-identity The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:17:05+05:45 A satire on illusion and identity Mandala Theatre’s new production examines fame and the fragile truths behind self-made personas. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/31/madhesh-top-table-at-men-s-pm-cup The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:13:12+05:45 Madhesh top table at Men’s PM Cup Madhesh and Army have seven points in four games. Madhesh have bested Army in net run rate. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/31/arena-to-test-his-nepali-team-against-laos-today The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:11:02+05:45 Arena to test his Nepali team against Laos today It will be Arena’s first international game as the head coach of Nepal. A former head coach of Laos, Arena wants to start his campaign with a win and make Nepali fans back home happy. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/money-laundering-probe-widens-as-deuba-family-remains-abroad The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T07:05:46+05:45 Authorities intensify money laundering probe against Deuba, his family members and relatives With Deuba abroad, questions have arisen over how the investigation will proceed. CIB chief says the process would continue in accordance with the law, regardless of the suspect’s location. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/31/tiger-conservation-leaves-families-on-forest-fringes-in-peril The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T06:56:14+05:45 Tiger conservation leaves families on forest fringes in peril Between physical disability and the crushing weight of debt, survivors of tiger attacks in Banke and Bardiya are left to fend for themselves. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/31/planned-ban-on-student-unions-sparks-debate-on-fundamental-right The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T06:54:25+05:45 Planned ban on student unions sparks debate on fundamental right The government aims to dismantle all political student unions in educational institutions within 60 days. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/oli-and-lekhak-to-remain-in-custody-for-three-more-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T06:49:39+05:45 Oli and Lekhak to remain in custody for three more days Division beach will hear their release petitions after the government furnishes written clarification. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/31/phewa-lake-pm-s-push-meets-decades-of-encroachment-court-orders-and-costly-reality The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T06:45:58+05:45 Phewa Lake: PM’s push meets decades of encroachment, court orders, and costly reality With the Shah government intent on clearing structures around the lake, Pokhara struggles to navigate the legal and financial labyrinth of restoring the iconic lake’s encroached shores. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/04/01/tranquility-spa-opens-premium-wellness-facility-at-royal-tulip-kathmandu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-31T00:14:00+05:45 Tranquility Spa opens premium wellness facility at Royal Tulip Kathmandu New outlet in Gwarko targets rising demand for holistic health and lifestyle services in Lalitpur. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/30/after-the-apology The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T22:49:21+05:45 After the apology The government has great authority to improve the lives of marginalised groups. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/30/an-apology-isn-t-enough The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T22:46:41+05:45 An apology isn’t enough The state has finally recognised its mistakes. But will this government hit the rigid caste structure? https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/30/now-comes-the-hard-part The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T22:45:21+05:45 Now comes the hard part The combination of an overwhelming mandate with a chaotic international system requires strategic patience. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/30/congress-factions-parallel-activities-rattle-party-ranks The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T21:55:01+05:45 Congress factions parallel activities rattle party ranks Dissident camp hosts lawmakers, uses official party letterhead. Thapa camp mulls disciplinary action. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/chinese-firm-to-operate-nagdhunga-tunnel-despite-japanese-reservations The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T21:33:33+05:45 Chinese firm to operate Nagdhunga tunnel despite Japanese reservations Project officials say trial operations will begin by early May. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/30/banana-prices-soar-in-kathmandu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T21:30:49+05:45 Banana prices go bananas in Kathmandu Retail rates have hit Rs300 a dozen as import curbs over fungal disease cause shortages. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/police-preparing-to-record-statements-of-oli-and-lekhak-from-tuesday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T20:46:28+05:45 Police preparing to record statements of Oli and Lekhak from Tuesday Officials say decision on modality of recording statements pending amid health and security concerns. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/president-summons-federal-parliament-session-on-thursday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T19:49:40+05:45 President summons federal parliament session on Thursday Cabinet meeting forms taskforce to prepare discussion paper on constitutional amendment. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/government-move-to-seize-dormant-accounts-hits-legal-wall The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T19:30:00+05:45 Government move to seize dormant accounts hits legal wall Existing laws bar transfer of funds from private bank accounts to the state treasury. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/government-recommends-summoning-house-session-on-thursday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T18:51:54+05:45 Government recommends summoning federal parliament session on Thursday Cabinet meeting also decides to form taskforce to prepare discussion paper on constitutional amendment. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/30/hill-and-mountain-regions-to-receive-moderate-rain-tuesday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T17:45:13+05:45 Hill and mountain regions to receive moderate rain Tuesday Met office issues yellow warning, meaning people need to stay alert to changing weather conditions. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/30/nepse-drops-by-118-points-in-two-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T17:21:16+05:45 Nepse drops by 118 points in two days Recent political developments after high-profile arrest, global pressure led to the decline. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/supreme-court-refuses-interim-relief-to-oli-seeks-grounds-for-detention The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T17:12:15+05:45 Supreme Court refuses interim relief to Oli, seeks grounds for detention Show-cause order follows hearing on habeas corpus petition filed by the former prime minister’s wife. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/supreme-court-issues-show-cause-order-over-lekhak-s-detention The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T16:19:02+05:45 Supreme Court issues show-cause order over Lekhak’s detention The apex court order follows a habeas corpus petition filed by the former home minister’s wife. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/former-energy-minister-deepak-khadka-hospitalised The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T13:07:43+05:45 Former energy minister Deepak Khadka hospitalised Detained from Budhanilkantha, Khadka is under investigation as authorities secure remand for further probe. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/30/myanmar-military-chief-min-aung-hlaing-steps-down-eyes-presidency The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T12:33:08+05:45 Myanmar military chief Min Aung Hlaing steps down, eyes presidency The 69-year-old general, who had commanded Myanmar’s armed forces since 2011, was one of two people named as vice-presidential candidates by lawmakers from the country’s newly convened lower house of parliament. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/30/gold-price-falls-by-rs2-500-per-tola-silver-also-declines The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T11:26:49+05:45 Gold price falls by Rs2,500 per tola; silver also declines Domestic bullion mirrors global trends as prices slip from recent peaks. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/30/solar-lights-along-bhedetar-sindhuwas-section-of-koshi-highway-lie-defunct The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T10:38:10+05:45 Solar lights along Bhedetar–Sindhuwa section of Koshi Highway lie defunct Damaged warning systems and lack of maintenance raise safety concerns as drivers report higher accident risks in fog-prone stretches. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/30/brent-heads-for-record-monthly-jump-as-houthi-attacks-widen-gulf-conflict The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T09:57:06+05:45 Brent heads for record monthly jump as Houthi attacks widen Gulf conflict Escalating West Asia tensions push oil prices higher as markets brace for further disruption to global supply routes. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/government-sets-180-day-deadline-to-clear-stalled-power-deals-eyes-export-push The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T09:52:34+05:45 Government sets 180-day deadline to clear stalled power deals, eyes export push The plan prioritises clearing pending PPAs, boosting energy exports and reforming the power sector, but draws criticism for lacking focus on domestic electricity consumption. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/30/pakistan-prepares-to-host-peace-talks-as-iran-accuses-us-of-ground-assault-plans The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T08:08:51+05:45 Pakistan prepares to host peace talks as Iran accuses US of ground assault plans Regional powers push for talks as US and Iran remain at odds over military escalation and ceasefire plans. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/lumbini-province-assembly-member-rekha-sharma-arrested-in-kathmandu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T07:52:59+05:45 Lumbini Province Assembly member Rekha Sharma arrested in Kathmandu Lawmaker held over alleged child labour case involving minor domestic worker. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/30/today-s-weather-march-30-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T07:45:00+05:45 Today’s weather: March 30, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/30/ncft-graduates-stitch-nepal-s-ecology-into-high-fashion The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T07:05:08+05:45 NCFT graduates stitch Nepal’s ecology into high fashion Namuna College of Fashion Technology presents six sequences inspired by Nepal’s landscapes, expressed through experimental textiles and conceptual couture. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/30/exploring-nepali-abstraction-at-taragaon-next The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:58:25+05:45 Exploring Nepali abstraction at Taragaon Next ‘Forms of Abstraction’ maps the journey of abstract art in Nepal as an evolving visual language. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/30/kattha-exports-rise-on-strong-south-asian-demand-raw-material-shortages-persist The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:53:29+05:45 Kattha exports rise on strong South Asian demand, raw material shortages persist Growing consumption in India, Bangladesh and Pakistan boosts Nepal’s kattha trade, but limited supply of khair wood continues to constrain expansion. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/money-laundering-probe-into-deuba-dahal-oli-intensifies-former-minister-khadka-arrested The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:50:08+05:45 Money laundering probe into Deuba, Dahal, Oli intensifies, former minister Khadka arrested Department of Money Laundering Investigation pursues case after six months of preliminary enquiries, with CIB support, as probe covers top political leaders and past corruption cases. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/northern-wheatear-reappears-in-nawalparasi-after-43-years The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:45:26+05:45 Northern wheatear reappears in Nawalparasi after 43 years The elusive migratory bird from the frozen north was spotted along the Narayani River on Saturday. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/30/can-the-government-deliver-on-its-ambitious-100-point-roadmap The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:40:18+05:45 Can the government deliver on its ambitious 100-point roadmap? In the work plan unveiled on Saturday, the Balendra Shah-led Cabinet aims to implement time-bound reforms, enhance service delivery, and address public grievances. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/30/strong-government-weak-opposition The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:38:37+05:45 Democracy in the shadow of supermajority: Strong government, weak opposition RSP’s historic mandate promises stability but analysts doubt a weak opposition can hold it accountable. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/30/crossfire-teases-new-direction-with-mysterious-social-media-post The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-30T06:00:00+05:45 Crossfire teases new direction with mysterious social media post The figure, resembling a compact mechanical companion, remains largely concealed, suggesting a technological presence without offering clarity. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/29/follow-due-process The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T23:29:36+05:45 Follow due process The government should have faith in the legal apparatus to handle Gen Z protest prosecutions. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/29/why-nepal-s-economic-diplomacy-underperforms The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T23:28:04+05:45 Why Nepal’s economic diplomacy underperforms Policy and strategy alone do not work when action is too little and too late. https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/03/29/those-in-power-now-may-avoid-probe-of-their-own-action The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T23:26:21+05:45 Those in power now may avoid probe of their own action The Karki Commission stepped outside its scope and its members failed to understand their primary mandate. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/29/jd-or-marco-iran-war-raises-2028-stakes-as-trump-weighs-vance-vs-rubio The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T22:38:23+05:45 ‘JD or Marco?’: Iran war raises 2028 stakes as Trump weighs Vance vs Rubio The pair, widely viewed as potential successors to Trump, have been thrust into still-developing negotiations to end the ​war at a moment when the Republican Party is already weighing its post-Trump future. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/court-allows-seven-day-remand-of-ex-minister-khadka-in-money-laundering-probe The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T21:22:38+05:45 Court allows seven-day remand of ex-minister Khadka in money laundering probe Kathmandu District Court grants police custody for further investigation after arrest linked to burnt cash recovered during September protests. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/29/government-plans-burn-wards-in-all-provincial-hospitals The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T20:00:00+05:45 Government plans burn wards in all provincial hospitals Experts welcome decision, but stress sustained funding, trained manpower and strong political commitment. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/29/the-blue-war The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T19:57:44+05:45 The blue war There are no good options left for the US except to end the war. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/supreme-court-full-bench-to-hear-petitions-on-revision-of-lamichhane-cases The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T19:51:40+05:45 Supreme Court full bench to hear petitions on revision of Lamichhane cases Division bench refers writs challenging the dropping of organised crime and money laundering charges to a three-member bench, citing need for deeper legal scrutiny. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/29/court-remands-oli-lekhak-to-five-days-in-custody The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T18:03:43+05:45 Court remands Oli, Lekhak to five days in custody Former prime minister and ex-home minister face investigation over deaths during Gen Z protests. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/29/nepse-plunges-71-05-points-as-all-sectors-post-losses The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T15:37:30+05:45 Nepse plunges 71.05 points as all sectors post losses Turnover exceeds Rs15 billion, with 255 stocks declining. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/29/ncp-picks-coordinator-dahal-as-parliamentary-party-leader The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T15:03:28+05:45 NCP picks coordinator Dahal as parliamentary party leader As parliamentary party leader, Dahal will now appoint the deputy leader and the chief whip. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/29/kohli-s-one-format-focus-fuels-strong-ipl-start The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T14:30:46+05:45 Kohli’s one-format focus fuels strong IPL start The 37-year-old retired from Twenty20 Internationals after India’s 2024 World Cup triumph and brought the curtain down on his 123-test career last year. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/29/yemen-s-houthis-enter-iran-war-with-attacks-on-israel-while-us-marines-arrive-in-region-1774772259 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T14:02:38+05:45 Yemen’s Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region The war, launched on February 28 with US and Israeli strikes on Iran, has spread across the Middle East, killing thousands and ​hitting the world economy. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/economic-reform-tops-agenda-as-new-government-sets-ambitious-growth-targets-1774771240 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T13:45:40+05:45 Economic reform tops agenda as new government sets ambitious growth targets Finance Minister Wagle outlines policy overhaul, pledges institutional reforms and accelerated growth amid fiscal challenges. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/kantipur-media-group-appoints-anup-kaphle-as-group-editorial-director The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T12:18:11+05:45 Kantipur Media Group appoints Anup Kaphle as Group Editorial Director In the new role, Kaphle will oversee editorial operations across all of Kantipur’s flagship properties — Kantipur Daily, The Kathmandu Post, Kantipur Television, and Kantipur FM Radio. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/29/gold-price-rises-by-rs5-000-per-tola The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T11:31:01+05:45 Gold price rises by Rs5,000 per tola Silver also gains Rs50 as precious metal prices trend upward in local market. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/ex-minister-lekhak-produced-before-kathmandu-district-court The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T11:02:54+05:45 Ex-minister Lekhak produced before Kathmandu District Court Former home minister presented before court for remand hearing in Gen Z protest crackdown case. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/economic-reform-tops-agenda-as-new-government-sets-ambitious-growth-targets The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T10:41:14+05:45 Economic reform tops agenda as new government sets ambitious growth targets Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle outlines policy overhaul, pledges institutional reforms and accelerated growth amid fiscal challenges. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/29/one-month-into-iran-war-only-hard-choices-for-trump The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T10:11:32+05:45 One month into Iran war, only hard choices for Trump The central question now, say analysts, is whether Trump is ready to wind down or ramp up what critics have called a war of choice, one that has ignited the worst global energy supply shock in ‌history and spread far beyond the region. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/government-unveils-ambitious-100-point-roadmap-for-effective-governance The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T09:54:30+05:45 Government unveils ambitious 100-point roadmap for effective governance The Shah administration has announced it will abolish party-affiliated student organisations in the academic sector and strictly enforce the provision requiring private hospitals to allocate 10 percent of their beds free of charge to needy patients. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/cib-arrests-ex-minister-khadka-in-money-laundering-probe The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T08:44:28+05:45 CIB arrests ex-minister Khadka in money laundering probe Arrest follows request from the Department of Money Laundering Investigation and forensic confirmation of burnt banknote fragments linked to September 9 arson. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/29/yemen-s-houthis-enter-iran-war-with-attacks-on-israel-while-us-marines-arrive-in-region The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T08:00:23+05:45 Yemen’s Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region Israel expands strikes across Iran and Lebanon amid fears of wider regional war and energy disruption. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/29/today-s-weather-march-29-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T07:54:50+05:45 Today’s weather: March 29, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/29/fiction-a-gentleman-decides-to-be-a-barber The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T07:05:15+05:45 FICTION: A gentleman decides to be a barber Shaken by self-doubt and a chance encounter, a quiet man begins to find purpose in an unlikely profession. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/29/how-beneficial-are-micro-workouts The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T07:02:00+05:45 How beneficial are micro-workouts? Such exercises are seen as an entry point or a supportive tool within a broader fitness lifestyle. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/29/sholay-director-ramesh-sippy-rajesh-hamal-to-discuss-cinema-at-niff The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:59:06+05:45 ‘Sholay’ director Ramesh Sippy, Rajesh Hamal to discuss cinema at NIFF The two screen legends will discuss their journeys and the evolving landscape of Nepali and Bollywood films on the second day of the Festival. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/29/what-procedures-do-fifa-and-afc-follow-before-suspending-a-member-association The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:57:02+05:45 What procedures do FIFA and AFC follow before suspending a member association? With Nepali football at a standstill following NSC’s suspension of ANFA, the threat of a FIFA suspension looms large. But how do international bodies actually decide when to act? https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/29/cardamom-exports-surge-62-5-percent-set-to-hit-record The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:53:56+05:45 Cardamom exports surge 62.5 percent, set to hit record Rising prices, expanded cultivation and strong demand from India push Nepal’s large cardamom exports toward a historic Rs11 billion. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/as-government-arrests-oli-uml-vows-nationwide-protests The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:50:07+05:45 As government arrests Oli, UML vows nationwide protests After the former prime minister, and ex-home minister Lekhak, were caught early Saturday morning, party cadres hit the streets. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/29/uml-seeks-to-build-joint-front-against-oli-lekhak-arrests The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:46:33+05:45 UML seeks to build joint front against Oli, Lekhak arrests Both Congress camps hold meetings to discuss the scenario following leaders’ arrests. Cadres alerted to brace up for ‘any situation’. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/why-police-acted-selectively-against-politicians-sparing-security-officials The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:43:51+05:45 Why police acted selectively against politicians, sparing security officials Government spokesperson says the administration is following a ‘procedural’ path, while security experts view the selective arrests as a strategic move to maintain police morale. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/as-karki-panel-faces-criticism-experts-seek-the-release-of-nhrc-s-report The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:39:04+05:45 As Karki panel faces criticism, experts seek the release of NHRC’s report Those in the rights body study say they hold people on both days of Gen Z protest accountable, unlike Karki probe. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/29/legality-of-oli-lekhak-arrests-comes-into-question The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-29T06:36:57+05:45 Legality of Oli, Lekhak arrests comes into question Legal experts decry the use of ‘urgent warrant of arrest’, saying it amounts to an executive overreach. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/phewa-dialogue-in-chengdu-stresses-regional-cooperation-on-climate-challenges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T22:30:39+05:45 Phewa Dialogue in Chengdu stresses regional cooperation on climate challenges Scholars, policymakers call for joint strategies on governance, green development and regional integration. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/28/making-history-writing-history The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T22:10:28+05:45 Making history, writing history If the new government wants to create an exemplary history, it must embrace plurality. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/28/six-months-on The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T22:09:13+05:45 Six months on Will new political actors reshape the system they have entered, or be reshaped by it? https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/28/what-nepal-s-first-rocket-teaches-us The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T22:06:25+05:45 What Nepal’s first rocket teaches us Nepal has no legislative framework for launch licensing, payload liability, or orbital slot registration. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/congress-accuses-government-of-selective-implementation-of-probe-report The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T20:05:49+05:45 Congress accuses government of ‘selective’ implementation of probe report The main opposition warns that the Balendra Shah-led administration’s “prejudiced” actions could push the country towards renewed conflict and instability. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/former-pm-oli-hospitalised-for-tests-ex-home-minister-lekhak-in-custody The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T18:18:42+05:45 Former PM Oli hospitalised for tests, ex-home minister Lekhak in custody Medical professionals at TUTH said the UML chair is being monitored by a specialist team of cardiologists and nephrologists. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/arrest-of-top-leaders-could-trigger-conflict-warns-former-president-bhandari The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T17:23:24+05:45 Arrest of top leaders could trigger conflict, warns former President Bhandari She called on the Balendra Shah government to exercise restraint. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/uml-hits-the-streets-demanding-party-chair-oli-s-release The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T16:51:30+05:45 UML hits the streets demanding party chair Oli’s release Protests erupt across Kathmandu following the arrest of former prime minister Oli over the alleged suppression of the Gen Z movement. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/28/pakistan-to-host-talks-with-saudi-arabia-turkey-egypt-amid-iran-war-diplomacy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T16:32:10+05:45 Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy The four countries’ foreign ministers will hold “in-depth discussions on a range of issues, ​including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region” during the two-day talks. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/uml-leader-malla-arrested-on-rape-charges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T16:24:12+05:45 UML leader Malla arrested on rape charges A woman had filed a complaint against the former lawmaker, who had been on the run since mid-February. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/uml-demands-release-of-oli-lekhak-calls-arrests-political-vendetta The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T15:57:46+05:45 UML demands release of Oli, Lekhak, calls arrests ‘political vendetta’ Party seeks judicial probe led by sitting Supreme Court justice; plans protests and legal challenge. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/28/at-cebu-fiesta-a-slice-of-authentic-filipino-taste The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T14:30:19+05:45 At Cebu Fiesta, a slice of authentic Filipino taste From hearty chicken adobo to refreshing halo-halo, Cebu Fiesta Kitchen introduces Kathmandu to the rich, lesser-known flavours of Filipino cuisine. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/28/yemen-s-houthis-confirm-launching-attack-on-israel-for-first-time-in-current-war The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T13:48:45+05:45 Yemen’s Houthis confirm launching attack on Israel for first time in current war Iran’s Shi'ite allies in ​Lebanon ⁠and Iraq have already joined the war in the region triggered by US and ⁠Israeli ​strikes on Tehran four ​weeks ago. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/28/events-march-28-to-april-3-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T13:43:16+05:45 EVENTS: March 28 to April 3, 2026 The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/28/when-too-many-ideas-dilute-a-powerful-story The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T13:13:50+05:45 When too many ideas dilute a powerful story Kiran Desai’s latest novel explores feminism and diaspora, but ambition often overwhelms its storytelling. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/legal-steps-ahead-following-arrest-of-oli-and-lekhak The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T13:06:43+05:45 Legal steps ahead following arrest of Oli and Lekhak Police detained the two leaders from Bhaktapur on Saturday morning over deaths during the September Gen Z protests. Court to decide on arrest warrant on Sunday. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/28/the-week-in-nine-photos-1774680515 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T12:33:34+05:45 The week in nine photos Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/physical-and-urban-development-for-this-infrastructure-expert The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T11:55:15+05:45 Physical and Urban Development for this infrastructure expert Sunil Lamsal, newly appointed minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport and Urban Development, faces the daunting task of addressing a host of long-standing irregularities. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/sobita-gautam-looks-to-tackle-piling-legal-backlog The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T11:47:26+05:45 Sobita Gautam looks to tackle piling legal backlog As the new minister for law, justice and parliamentary affairs, Gautam faces a formidable task: reforming a legal system bogged down by contradictions, delays and long-standing political disputes. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/looking-after-the-welfare-of-the-most-vulnerable The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T10:50:30+05:45 Looking after the welfare of the most vulnerable The Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizen’s biggest challenge lies in turning policies into action and strengthening monitoring and evaluation systems. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/facing-a-daunting-task-of-revamping-health-sector The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T10:34:48+05:45 Facing a daunting task of revamping health sector Newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, Mehta faces a formidable challenge: overhauling a health system weighed down by funding shortages, administrative inefficiencies, and persistent governance problems. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/an-ex-journalist-trying-to-restore-trust-in-civil-service The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T10:22:18+05:45 An ex-journalist trying to restore trust in civil service Nepal’s new minister for federal affairs and general administration, Rawal, faces a daunting task: restoring public trust in a bureaucracy widely viewed as inefficient, politicised, and out of touch with citizens’ needs. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/from-sports-a-leap-into-the-energy-sector The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T10:06:48+05:45 From sports, a leap into the energy sector Newly appointed Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha faces a host of longstanding challenges, including pressure from the private sector to open up electricity trade and power purchase agreements (PPAs). https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/a-writer-entrusted-with-revamping-tourism The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:58:11+05:45 A writer entrusted with revamping tourism Ganesh Paudel, a central committee member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has stepped into a ministerial role tasked with tackling the sector’s numerous persistent challenges. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/central-figure-of-gen-z-movement-helms-home-ministry The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:33:33+05:45 Central figure of Gen Z movement helms home ministry The 37-year-old Gen Z movement figure faces reform demands and major institutional challenges while tasked with restoring law and order and implementing the Karki Commission report. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/new-labour-minister-takes-office-amid-gulf-turmoil The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:29:23+05:45 New labour minister takes office amid Gulf turmoil The RSP leader faces mounting pressure to reform labour systems, boost employment, and manage the crisis in foreign job markets. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/chaudhary-in-charge-of-merged-agriculture-and-forest-ministry The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:21:37+05:45 Chaudhary in charge of merged agriculture and forest ministry Chaudhary faces the challenge of addressing policy gaps while driving agricultural growth and sustainable forest management under an integrated ministry model. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/need-for-urgent-reform-push-in-education-and-sports The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:12:02+05:45 Need for urgent reform push in education and sports New minister must deliver long-delayed laws, resolve institutional disputes and stabilise two critical sectors amid structural and governance challenges. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/tackling-complex-telecom-digital-and-regulatory-challenges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:07:36+05:45 Tackling complex telecom, digital, and regulatory challenges New communication minister must navigate social media policy gap and fragile digital governance. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/from-public-education-crusader-to-foreign-minister The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T09:01:50+05:45 From public education crusader to foreign minister Shishir Khanal faces a complex geopolitical balancing act amid fragile global order. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/development-economist-looks-to-strengthen-nepal-s-economic-foundations The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T08:53:20+05:45 Development economist looks to strengthen Nepal’s economic foundations Strong foreign reserves mask deeper weaknesses as new finance minister faces pressure to revive growth, restore confidence and fix structural flaws. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/28/uefa-pro-arena-in-a-no-pro-zone-of-nepali-football The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T07:38:16+05:45 UEFA-pro Arena in a no-pro zone of Nepali football New Nepal men’s head coach lost the chance to test his team at home against Hong Kong on Thursday. Now, Nepal’s AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers fixture against Laos, scheduled for March 31, is also at risk with ‘suspended ANFA’ raising hands. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/first-cabinet-meeting-clears-way-to-probe-oli-lekhak-others The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T07:35:02+05:45 First Cabinet meeting clears way to probe Oli, Lekhak, others Decides to implement Gauri Bahadur Karki commission’s inquiry report on Gen Z protest crackdown. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/28/balendra-shah-becomes-40th-prime-minister-of-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T07:31:00+05:45 Balendra Shah becomes 40th prime minister of Nepal There are enormous expectations of the 35-year-old executive head who must now deliver on promises of anti-corruption, good governance, meritocracy, and justice for the families of the martyrs of Gen Z uprising. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/inside-nepal-s-fake-rescue-racket The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T07:05:00+05:45 Inside Nepal’s fake rescue racket Investigations reveal a vast network of trekking firms, helicopter operators, hospitals and agents staging fake evacuations, fabricating medical records and inflating bills to siphon millions from global insurers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/28/ex-pm-kp-sharma-oli-former-home-minister-ramesh-lekhak-detained-over-gen-z-protest-crackdown The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-28T06:32:28+05:45 Ex-PM KP Sharma Oli, former home minister Ramesh Lekhak detained over Gen Z protest crackdown Arrests follow a commission’s recommendation to prosecute both leaders for alleged criminal negligence in handling protests. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/27/koshi-s-losing-streak-at-pm-cup-continues The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T21:03:33+05:45 Koshi’s losing streak at PM Cup continues The easternmost province suffered a seven-wicket defeat against Sudurpashchim on Friday. Madhesh bested Lumbini in the other match of the day. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/27/trump-s-iran-war-pushes-india-to-rekindle-old-friendship-with-russia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T20:00:53+05:45 Trump’s Iran war pushes India to rekindle old friendship with Russia India moves to revive Russian LNG imports and ramp up crude purchases despite US pressure, as Middle East tensions squeeze energy supplies and reshape Delhi’s strategic calculus. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/heifer-international-launches-campaign-to-amplify-women-farmers-voices-in-asia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T19:50:36+05:45 Heifer International launches campaign to amplify women farmers’ voices in Asia The campaign seeks to reposition women as central to food systems and rural economies. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/rsp-tells-bureaucracy-to-remain-neutral-shun-politics The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T19:16:32+05:45 RSP tells bureaucracy to remain neutral, shun politics The ruling party says it does not support any union or group formed in the name of political parties within the civil service. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/karnali-has-18-000-mw-power-potential-but-only-10-mw-is-tapped The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T19:12:45+05:45 Karnali has 18,000 MW power potential, but only 10 MW is tapped Despite vast hydropower potential, Karnali struggles with chronic power shortages as stalled mega projects, weak infrastructure, and unreliable supply leave most households dependent on alternative energy sources. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/helicopter-carrying-five-reported-missing-in-dolakha-confirmed-safe The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T17:26:10+05:45 Helicopter reported missing in Dolakha confirmed safe Officials say Mustang Helicopter aircraft lost contact briefly amid bad weather before later being found safe. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/20-nepali-tech-ventures-reach-market-readiness-under-us-nepal-initiative The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T16:46:23+05:45 20 Nepali tech ventures reach market readiness under US–Nepal initiative Backed by US Embassy Nepal, programme aims to bridge funding and market gaps for emerging startups and strengthen global linkages in the tech ecosystem. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/all-women-panel-drives-national-dialogue-on-inclusive-entrepreneurship The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T16:43:50+05:45 All-women panel drives national dialogue on inclusive entrepreneurship The event brought together government leaders, development partners, private sector actors and ecosystem stakeholders to reflect on two years of institutional innovation in enterprise development. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/03/27/helicopter-goes-missing-in-dolakha The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T16:36:29+05:45 Mustang Helicopter goes missing in Dolakha after Lapcha take-off Aircraft carrying five on board loses contact amid heavy snowfall; search operation underway. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/27/trump-extends-deadline-for-striking-iran-s-energy-plants-into-april The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T15:17:03+05:45 Trump extends deadline for striking Iran’s energy plants into April The four-week war has spread across the Middle East, killing thousands of people and hitting the global economy with soaring energy prices, fuelling global inflation fears. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/global-leaders-congratulate-prime-minister-balendra-shah The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T15:04:39+05:45 Global leaders congratulate Prime Minister Balendra Shah Messages from India, Pakistan and Finland highlight expectations for stronger ties and regional cooperation. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/balendra-shah-sworn-in-as-prime-minister The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T13:08:37+05:45 Balendra Shah sworn in as prime minister President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath amid a special function. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/15-ministers-in-balendra-shah-cabinet-finalised The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T12:15:56+05:45 14 ministers in Balendra Shah Cabinet finalised They will be administered oath after Shah is sworn in. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/balendra-shah-to-take-oath-at-12-34-pm The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T11:22:02+05:45 Balendra Shah to take oath at 12:34 pm Shah was appointed prime minister under Article 76(1) of the Constitution. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/preparations-underway-to-appoint-sudan-gurung-as-home-minister The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T10:45:48+05:45 Preparations underway to appoint Sudan Gurung as home minister Gurung, who rose to prominence during the Gen Z movement, won a parliamentary seat from Gorkha-2 https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/balendra-shah-appointed-prime-minister The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T10:23:47+05:45 Balendra Shah appointed prime minister He becomes the 47th prime minister of Nepal. President Ramchandra Paudel appoints him to the post. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/27/street-play-on-women-s-empowerment-to-tour-karnali-sudurpaschim The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T09:06:31+05:45 Street play on women’s empowerment to tour Karnali, Sudurpaschim Katha Ghera’s travelling production highlights women’s labour, entrepreneurship and the need for equal opportunities. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/27/the-quiet-work-theatre-actors-do-behind-the-spotlight The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:54:11+05:45 The quiet work theatre actors do behind the spotlight Marking World Theatre Day, actors share how discipline, doubt and imagination shape their journey into every role. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/27/police-trounce-bagmati-with-record-partnership-between-kharel-and-rana The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:36:30+05:45 Police trounce Bagmati with record partnership between Kharel and Rana Army defeat Gandaki by seven wickets on the back three individual fifties in the other Men’s PM Cup match on Thursday. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/27/anfa-s-early-election-postponed-again The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:30:38+05:45 ANFA’s early election postponed, again The footballing body cites suspension from the National Sports Council to defer its election for a new executive committee slated for Friday. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/nepse-this-week-1774579162 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:24:22+05:45 NEPSE this week Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/27/align-trade-policy-with-nutrition-experts-urge-as-food-imports-surge The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:17:42+05:45 Align trade policy with nutrition, experts urge as food imports surge High child malnutrition, rising import dependency, and policy disconnects undermine food security. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/100-000-fowls-culled-after-bird-flu-hits-farms-in-jhapa-morang-and-sunsari The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:08:30+05:45 100,000 fowls culled after bird flu hits farms in Jhapa, Morang and Sunsari Officials say H9N2 virus, along with H5N1, has caused massive poultry deaths. Thousands of eggs and tons of feed disposed of. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/karki-probe-report-under-fire-for-gaps-contradictions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T08:00:23+05:45 Karki probe report under fire for gaps, contradictions Right from the start of Gen Z revolt, questions were raised over the Army’s role. The report gives no clear answers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/from-palace-gossip-to-gen-z-protest-report-leak-jana-aastha-lays-it-bare The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T07:47:10+05:45 From palace gossip to Gen Z protest report leak, Jana Aastha lays it bare Following the leak of the report on protest inquiry, government has decided to ‘release’ it. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/27/balendra-shah-to-kick-off-premiership-with-100-decisions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T07:37:29+05:45 Balendra Shah to kick off premiership with ‘100 decisions’ Cabinet members to be announced this morning after RSP leader duo draws up an inclusive list. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/27/balen-era-begins The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T07:11:41+05:45 Balen era begins The expectation is that Shah will be the architect of a revitalised and prosperous Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/27/how-far-from-being-truly-inclusive The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T07:09:28+05:45 Far from inclusive RSP has blatantly favoured some women who are not quite up to scratch for PR slots. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/27/south-asia-s-vulnerability-amid-west-asia-tensions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-27T07:08:01+05:45 South Asia’s vulnerability amid West Asia tensions A prolonged war will drive up inflation even more, hitting their economies. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/rautahat-s-loan-shark-victims-hit-streets-again-seeking-justice The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T20:49:26+05:45 Rautahat’s loan shark victims hit streets, again, seeking justice Victims allege that despite legal reforms, police, courts and local administration have failed to provide them redress. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/26/us-proposal-to-end-war-is-one-sided-door-to-diplomacy-still-open-iranian-official-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T20:37:32+05:45 US proposal to end war is ‘one-sided’, door to diplomacy still open, Iranian official says The official said the proposal “was reviewed ​in detail on Wednesday night by senior Iranian officials and the representative of Iran’s ​Supreme Leader.” https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/anfa-s-election-postponed-indefinitely The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T20:25:47+05:45 ANFA's election postponed indefinitely Election committee cites receipt of suspension letter for postponement. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/lack-of-digital-awareness-puts-nepali-migrants-abroad-at-legal-risk The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T18:54:23+05:45 Lack of digital awareness puts Nepali migrants abroad at legal risk Recently, seven Nepalis have been arrested in the Gulf for allegedly filming and posting photos and videos of explosions, missile strikes and military activities. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/26/us-jury-verdicts-against-meta-google-tee-up-fight-over-tech-liability-shield The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T18:34:28+05:45 US jury verdicts against Meta, Google tee up fight over tech liability shield A Los Angeles jury ‌on Wednesday found Meta and Google liable for a young woman’s depression and suicidal thoughts after she said she became addicted to Instagram and YouTube at a young age. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/26/comen-picks-national-distributor-in-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T18:30:00+05:45 COMEN picks national distributor in Nepal Partnership with WRG Medtech aims to expand access to critical care and monitoring technologies across the country. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/rsp-picks-balendra-shah-as-pp-leader-clearing-path-for-prime-ministership The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T18:06:19+05:45 RSP picks Balendra Shah as PP leader, clearing path for prime ministership With a near two-thirds majority in the House, the party leader is set to be sworn in as the new head of government this Friday. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/rsp-unanimously-picks-balendra-shah-as-parliamentary-party-leader The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T17:11:54+05:45 Central committee selects Balendra Shah as RSP parliamentary party leader Shah had earlier been declared the party’s prime ministerial candidate for the March 21 elections. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/nepse-ends-week-with-14-21-points-gain The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T17:04:29+05:45 Nepse ends week with 14.21 points gain Index closes at 2950.16 with turnover decline. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/26/15-crows-found-dead-in-taudaha-a-week-after-bird-flu-case-in-kirtipur The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T16:39:14+05:45 15 crows found dead in Taudaha a week after bird flu case in Kirtipur Authorities confirm H5N1 strain in over 50 crows discovered earlier at Tribhuvan University premises. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/khotang-youth-dies-in-road-accident-in-india The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T15:45:39+05:45 Khotang youth dies in road accident in India The 25-year-old victim had arrived in Hyderabad just days before the fatal incident to seek employment. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/lawmakers-take-oath-at-new-parliament-building-in-singha-durbar The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T14:50:50+05:45 Lawmakers take oath at new Parliament building in Singha Durbar Senior-most member Arjun Narsingh KC administers oath in absence of Speaker. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/26/g7-allies-meet-against-backdrop-of-wars-in-ukraine-and-iran-with-unpredictable-us The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T13:17:09+05:45 G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US Allies seek clarity on Iran war, Ukraine strategy and widening divisions over Washington’s shifting stance. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/26/laminar-tiles-signs-sponsorship-deal-for-ipl-broadcast The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T12:54:00+05:45 Laminar Tiles signs sponsorship deal for IPL broadcast The company says the deal is aimed at expanding its visibility during the tournament. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/thunderstorms-hail-and-snow-likely-from-friday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T11:51:17+05:45 Thunderstorms, hail and snow likely from Friday Meteorological Forecasting Division warns of rain, hail, thunderstorms, and snowfall across hill and mountain regions until Saturday. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/26/bus-falls-into-river-while-boarding-ferry-in-bangladesh-leaving-24-dead The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T11:46:34+05:45 Bus falls into river while boarding ferry in Bangladesh, leaving 24 dead Officials fear more passengers may still be ⁠missing. ​Hundreds of people die ​each year in road and ferry accidents in Bangladesh. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/26/gold-and-silver-prices-dip-in-local-market The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T11:21:17+05:45 Gold and silver prices dip in local market Gold falls by Rs2,900 and silver by Rs100 per tola. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/kathmandu-university-s-global-rankings-spark-debate The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T10:20:43+05:45 Kathmandu University’s global ranking sparks debate KU celebrates placement in HE Higher Education Rankings, but experts question credibility of ranking and significance of the achievement. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/26/in-the-race-to-be-productive-who-sets-the-pace The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T10:04:23+05:45 In the race to be productive, who sets the pace? As social media glorifies hustle and grind, many are left battling guilt, burnout and unrealistic expectations. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/26/nepal-oil-corporation-jacks-up-fuel-prices-1774508328 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T09:42:00+05:45 Nepal Oil Corporation jacks up fuel prices Petrol and diesel prices increased by Rs15 per litre, citing rising international rates. https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/03/26/meta-google-lose-us-case-over-social-media-harm-to-kids The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T08:09:14+05:45 Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids The jury found Google and Meta were negligent in the design of both apps and failed to warn about their dangers. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/26/iran-says-it-is-reviewing-us-proposal-to-end-war The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T07:32:47+05:45 Iran says it is reviewing US proposal to end war Trump’s 15-point proposal, relayed via Pakistan, calls for Iran to give up highly enriched uranium, halt enrichment, limit missile development and stop backing regional allies, Israeli sources said. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/26/today-s-weather-march-26-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T07:30:00+05:45 Today’s weather: March 26, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/26/no-more-betrayal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T07:20:32+05:45 No more betrayal Shah government has no excuse to keep TJ commissions in uncertainty like its predecessors. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/26/navigating-a-warming-world The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T07:17:57+05:45 Navigating a warming world Climate overshoot is an urgent policy challenge requiring immediate global target adjustments. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/26/from-aid-to-enterprise-reimagining-the-us-nepal-partnership The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T07:15:59+05:45 From ‘aid’ to ‘enterprise’: Reimagining the US–Nepal partnership As traditional aid structures recede, a new model could provide Nepal with an economic reset. https://kathmandupost.com/books/2026/03/26/climate-activism-shaped-by-books The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:58:00+05:45 Climate activism shaped by books Sustainability practitioner Shilshila Acharya shares how non-fiction books shaped her understanding of sustainability, guiding her journey from grassroots action to national advocacy. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/26/national-sports-council-suspends-anfa-for-three-months The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:55:38+05:45 National Sports Council suspends ANFA for three months The two bodies had been at loggerheads for months over ANFA’s decision to conduct the elections of its executive body early. The tussle now risks ANFA’s suspension from FIFA. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/26/gulf-war-batters-pokhara-tourism-as-half-of-peak-season-bookings-cancelled The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:51:18+05:45 Gulf war batters Pokhara tourism as half of peak-season bookings cancelled American and European arrivals via Qatar and Dubai routes plunge as West Asia conflict disrupts travel plans. https://kathmandupost.com/kathmandu/2026/03/26/maternity-hospital-to-manage-medical-waste-of-kmc-s-urban-health-promotion-centres The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:47:19+05:45 Maternity hospital to manage medical waste of KMC’s urban health promotion centres Along with private health facilities, some state-run health facilities also mix up hazardous medical waste with household waste. https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/03/26/karnali-students-haven-t-been-taught-in-full-yet-they-will-sit-for-see-next-week The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:45:43+05:45 Karnali students haven’t been taught in full, yet they will sit for SEE next week Some opt for private tuition away from their villages paying high costs. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/26/rsp-to-pick-balendra-shah-as-parliamentary-party-leader-today The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:41:04+05:45 RSP to pick Balendra Shah as parliamentary party leader today Ministerial candidates still under discussion among top leaders of the largest party, with new PM’s swearing-in set for tomorrow. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/26/leaked-gen-z-revolt-probe-report-holds-oli-lekhak-liable-to-prosecution The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-26T06:39:45+05:45 Leaked Gen Z revolt probe report holds Oli, Lekhak liable to prosecution Karki commission’s findings, however, are largely silent on the second day of arson and vandalism. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/karki-commission-s-recommendations-on-the-gen-z-protests-explained-in-10-points The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T21:48:39+05:45 Karki commission’s recommendations on the Gen Z protests, explained in 10 points While it recommends criminal investigations against Oli, Lekhak, and others for the loss of lives on the first day, it largely remains silent on the second day of violence and destruction. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/25/saudi-arabia-grants-amnesty-until-18-april-for-expired-visa-holders-permits-direct-exit The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T21:12:53+05:45 Saudi Arabia grants amnesty until 18 April for expired visa holders, permits direct exit Ministry says holders of visit, Umrah, transit, and final exit visas expired by February 25 can either renew their status or leave without penalties. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/deuba-claims-video-of-cash-at-his-residence-is-ai-generated The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T20:50:53+05:45 Deuba claims video of cash at his residence is AI-generated Former prime minister denies large cash haul, calls it a conspiracy. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/police-rule-out-gang-rape-in-inisa-s-death The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T19:51:28+05:45 Police rule out gang rape in Inisa's death Report says Inisa’s death was caused by severe injury during physical contact with the main accused. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/inquiry-commission-recommends-action-against-top-security-officials The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T19:32:08+05:45 Inquiry commission recommends action against top security officials Report calls for departmental action against senior police and security officials, and criminal proceedings against top leadership. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/german-army-eyes-ai-tools-to-expedite-wartime-decision-making The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T17:30:00+05:45 German army eyes AI tools to expedite wartime decision-making The US Army is fielding the ​AI tool Maven to process battlefield data ​to improve situational awareness and speed up decision-making. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/nepse-corrects-by-24-45-points-after-over-161-point-surge The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T17:16:09+05:45 Nepse corrects by 24.45 points after over 161-point surge Index posts fifth straight day of gains before decline. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/woman-s-body-found-bound-under-culvert-husband-arrested The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T16:53:48+05:45 Woman’s body found bound under culvert, husband arrested Police say the suspect confessed the crime during preliminary interrogation. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/salyan-youth-killed-in-malaysia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T16:14:26+05:45 Salyan youth killed in Malaysia The victim’s uncle stated that the family is coordinating efforts to repatriate the body to Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/asia-looks-to-covid-era-playbook-to-tackle-fuel-crisis The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T16:08:36+05:45 Asia looks to COVID-era playbook to tackle fuel crisis Industrial powerhouse South Korea on Tuesday launched a public campaign asking people to cut shower time, charge ​phones during the day and run vacuums on weekends. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/20-ugandan-women-held-from-thamel-over-harassment-complaints The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T15:42:56+05:45 20 Ugandan women held from Thamel over harassment complaints Police say they are accused of stopping and sexually harassing passersby. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/police-submit-investigation-report-in-inisa-s-death The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T15:36:50+05:45 Police submit investigation report in Inisa’s death Police refuse to disclose findings, fueling suspicion among the family. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/adb-unveils-support-package-to-cushion-west-asia-conflict-fallout The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T13:10:58+05:45 ADB unveils support package to cushion West Asia conflict fallout Bank to provide fast-disbursing budget support and revive oil import financing as risks to inflation, trade and currencies mount. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/25/flood-damages-under-construction-bridges-in-panchthar-and-taplejung The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T12:39:00+05:45 Flood damages under-construction bridges in Panchthar and Taplejung Structures on Mewa and Naruwa rivers suffer major setbacks. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/iran-s-military-rejects-trump-s-talk-of-negotiation-as-israel-and-iran-launch-airstrikes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T12:28:19+05:45 Iran’s military rejects Trump’s talk of negotiation, as Israel and Iran launch airstrikes Iran’s leadership has previously said it can not negotiate with the US as it has attacked the country twice during high level negotiations in ​the past two years. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/eldest-mp-arjun-narasingha-kc-takes-oath-before-president-paudel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T12:05:56+05:45 Eldest MP Arjun Narasingha KC takes oath before President Paudel KC to administer oath to all newly elected lawmakers on Thursday. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/us-envoy-congratulates-rsp-on-election-victory The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T11:53:09+05:45 US envoy congratulates RSP on election victory Washington says it looks forward to working with Nepal’s new government to strengthen economic ties and deepen bilateral relations. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/gold-and-silver-prices-surge-in-domestic-market The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T11:21:47+05:45 Gold and silver prices surge in domestic market Gold jumps by Rs14,600 per tola while silver gains Rs415. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/25/51-nepalis-rescued-from-cambodia-scam-centres-return-home The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T10:52:41+05:45 51 Nepalis rescued from Cambodia scam centres return home Embassy in Bangkok says victims were forced into online fraud operations; urges job seekers to follow legal channels. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/pakistan-leans-on-us-and-iran-ties-to-emerge-as-potential-peacebroker The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T10:43:24+05:45 Pakistan leans on US and Iran ties to emerge as potential peacebroker Islamabad’s growing diplomatic ties with Washington and Tehran position it for a potential mediation role as regional tensions escalate. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/millions-left-waiting-as-nepal-s-driving-licence-backlog-drags-on The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T10:37:41+05:45 Millions left waiting as Nepal’s driving licence backlog drags on Nearly 2.7 million applicants yet to receive licences issued since 2022, with printing delays, fire damage and policy gaps compounding the crisis. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/25/nepal-seeks-details-on-citizen-held-by-iranian-forces The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T10:00:38+05:45 Nepal seeks details on citizen held by Iranian forces Amrit Jha still in custody; arrest date and reasons remain unclear as family appeals for swift release. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/25/trump-cites-progress-with-iran-us-proposes-plan-to-end-war The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T08:09:56+05:45 Trump cites progress with Iran, US proposes plan to end war Washington pushes 15-point plan as Iran denies direct talks, signals limited concession on Hormuz passage amid ongoing strikes. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/25/today-s-weather-march-25-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T08:05:16+05:45 Today’s weather: March 25, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/25/bhaktapur-film-festival-spotlights-emerging-nepali-cinema The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T07:33:37+05:45 Bhaktapur Film Festival spotlights emerging Nepali cinema A mix of documentaries and fiction films at the recently concluded festival explored identity and changing social realities. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/25/police-beat-apf-by-185-runs-while-defending-record-total The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T07:06:47+05:45 Police beat APF by 185 runs while defending record total Bagmati defeated Gandaki by 170 runs in the other match of the Men’s PM Cup on Tuesday. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/25/anfa-closed-for-march-27-election The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T07:04:12+05:45 ANFA closed for March 27 election The National Sports Council asks the footballing body to submit a clarification within 24 hours after going against the order to suspend early election processes. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/25/kantipur-max-to-broadcast-ipl-1774401449 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T07:02:28+05:45 Kantipur Max to broadcast IPL Xtreme Energy Drinks signs on as title sponsor; Laminar Tiles and Mangalam Pipes join as sponsors. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/25/nepali-traders-make-global-shocks-from-iran-conflict-a-pretext-to-jack-up-prices The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T06:59:00+05:45 Nepali traders make global shocks from Iran conflict a pretext to jack up prices Rising dollar, transport costs and market manipulation push up essentials as Nepal faces growing exposure to global volatility. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/25/after-six-year-delay-vishwa-shanti-dham-construction-resumes-in-lumbini The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T06:52:46+05:45 After six-year delay, Vishwa Shanti Dham construction resumes in Lumbini A Rs5-billion meditation facility shaped like a blooming lotus will house a museum, library and retreat centres. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/25/congress-proposes-holding-15th-general-convention-in-september The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T06:50:28+05:45 Congress proposes holding 15th general convention in September While the Thapa faction wants the convention on the proposed date, the dissident faction is against any move before the Supreme Court’s verdict over the legitimacy of the special convention. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/03/25/two-generations-in-a-makeshift-home-under-a-boulder The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T06:47:41+05:45 Two generations in a makeshift home under a boulder A Chepang family in Dhading has been living in a tiny, natural shelter, enduring elements, and foraging wild tubers. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/25/pm-aide-pins-stalled-karki-report-release-on-rsp-leaders The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-25T06:41:36+05:45 PM aide pins stalled Karki report release on RSP leaders Adviser cites top Rastriya Swatantra Party leaders’ communication to the interim government that it should not take decisions of long-term consequences. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/family-of-kanchanpur-youth-killed-in-ukraine-war-seeks-repatriation-of-remains The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T21:41:42+05:45 Family of Kanchanpur youth killed in Ukraine war seeks repatriation of remains The youth remained in regular contact with his family during his initial training period, but his last communication was on November 26, 2023. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/kantipur-max-to-broadcast-ipl The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T20:14:04+05:45 Kantipur Max to broadcast IPL Xtreme Energy Drinks signs on as title sponsor; Laminar Tiles and Mangalam Pipes join as ‘powered-by’ partners https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/24/nepal-pharma-lobby-pushes-for-price-hike-citing-rising-costs The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T19:30:00+05:45 Nepal pharmaceutical lobby pushes for medicine price hike Regulator refuses immediate hike, demands detailed list of raw materials and other production costs. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/bird-flu-detected-at-poultry-farm-in-jhapa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T19:01:14+05:45 Bird flu detected at poultry farm in Jhapa Local administration declares a crisis zone and bans the movement of birds and related products. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/west-asia-conflict-disrupts-nepal-s-supply-chain-hitting-raw-materials-from-mineral-water-to-saline-bottles The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T18:27:10+05:45 West Asia conflict disrupts Nepal’s supply chain, hitting raw materials from mineral water to saline bottles Raw material costs surge by up to 40 per cent as industrialists fear imminent shortages. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/24/beyond-30-minutes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T18:25:56+05:45 Beyond 30 minutes The goal must be to transform Lumbini from an optional stop for cultural travellers into a compelling destination. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/24/the-chieftain-falls-a-redeemer-rises The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T18:24:12+05:45 The chieftain falls, a redeemer rises! Victors who drowned the ship of Oli-garchy vow to take an aeroplane to the sky without checking its engines. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/24/new-mandate-and-nepal-india-relations The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T18:22:42+05:45 New mandate and Nepal-India relations If the RSP successfully implements its vision, the positive externalities will extend to India. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/iran-pours-missiles-into-israel-and-mocks-trump-s-talk-of-joint-control-of-the-strait The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T17:23:07+05:45 Iran pours missiles into Israel and mocks Trump’s talk of joint control of the Strait Israel’s Fire and Rescue Service said they were searching for civilians trapped in one building in Tel Aviv and discovered civilians in a shelter in another damaged building. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/nepse-hits-eight-months-high The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T17:20:08+05:45 Nepse hits eight months high Index extends gains for fifth straight day, adding 161.55 points overall despite turnover decline. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/24/war-in-iran-why-destroying-cultural-heritage-is-a-foolish-strategic-move-in-any-conflict The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T16:00:00+05:45 War in Iran: Why destroying cultural heritage is a foolish strategic move in any conflict History offers many examples of how damage to cultural heritage during wars can galvanise nationalist sentiment and strengthen the legitimacy of governments under pressure. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/karki-commission-report-must-be-made-public-congress-president-thapa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T15:33:05+05:45 Karki commission report must be made public: Congress president Thapa NC shows readiness to cooperate with RSP in parliament on governance issues. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/11-police-personnel-injured-in-clash-with-locals-in-bardiya The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T13:39:20+05:45 11 police personnel injured in clash with locals in Bardiya Tension erupts in Gulariya as protest against drug trade leads to road blockade; police fire in air and use tear gas. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/photo-exhibition-stories-of-gatlang-women-opens-in-kathmandu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T12:53:47+05:45 Photo exhibition ‘Stories of Gatlang Women’ opens in Kathmandu Sixteen photographs by photojournalist Keshab Raj Thoker depict the daily lives and struggles of women from Gatlang, Rasuwa. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/kathmandu-university-ranked-122nd-in-he-higher-education-ranking-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T12:46:17+05:45 Kathmandu University ranked 122nd in HE Higher Education Ranking 2026 Ranking body cites KU’s academic excellence and innovation. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/gold-price-continues-to-tumble The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T11:49:38+05:45 Gold price continues to tumble Gold sheds Rs1,600 per tola in Nepal, tracking global weakness; silver edges higher despite a weekly decline. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/authorities-issue-safety-advisory-after-child-s-death-on-pathibhara-route The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T11:23:17+05:45 Authorities issue safety advisory after child’s death on Pathibhara route Pilgrims urged to seek immediate medical help as cold-related illness risks persist in high-altitude areas. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/colombia-military-plane-crash-kills-66-four-still-missing The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T10:35:38+05:45 Colombia military plane crash kills 66, four still missing The 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. https://kathmandupost.com/karnali-province/2026/03/24/family-refuses-to-claim-body-demands-impartial-probe-into-inisa-bk-death-case The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T10:31:32+05:45 Family refuses to claim body, demands impartial probe into Inisa BK death case 16-year-old’s body remains at Karnali Province Hospital for 18 days as police say investigation in final stages. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/kapilvastu-lifts-prohibitory-order-after-situation-returns-to-normal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T09:53:07+05:45 Kapilvastu lifts prohibitory order after situation returns to normal Restrictions imposed after clash in Maharajganj Municipality and surrounding areas withdrawn as security situation stabilises. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/two-dead-in-doti-jeep-crash The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T08:25:22+05:45 Two dead in Doti jeep crash Vehicle plunges nearly 900 metres into river, police say. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/at-least-34-killed-dozens-hurt-in-colombian-military-plane-crash-after-takeoff The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T08:07:07+05:45 At least 34 killed, dozens hurt in Colombian military plane crash after takeoff The 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. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/24/iran-denies-talks-with-us-after-trump-postpones-strikes-on-power-grid The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T08:03:13+05:45 Iran denies talks with US after Trump postpones strikes on power grid A European official said that while there had been no direct negotiations between the two nations, Egypt, Pakistan and Gulf states were relaying messages. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/24/today-s-weather-march-24-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T07:58:22+05:45 Today’s weather: March 24, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/24/making-peace-with-what-we-feel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T07:09:09+05:45 Making peace with what we feel We often label emotions as good or bad, but understanding them may be the key to better mental well-being. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/24/free-screenings-bring-back-the-joy-of-shared-cinema The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T07:07:13+05:45 Free screenings bring back the joy of shared cinema From open-air nostalgia to student-led clubs, free movie screenings are making cinema more accessible and communal again. https://kathmandupost.com/football/2026/03/24/nepali-football-hits-another-low-as-anfa-nsc-trade-blame The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T07:04:06+05:45 Nepali football hits another low as ANFA, NSC trade blame Clubs left in limbo as ANFA-NSC standoff over visas, elections and stadium access disrupts domestic and international fixtures. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/24/dev-khanal-shines-as-lumbini-beat-koshi-by-148-runs The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T07:00:21+05:45 Dev Khanal shines as Lumbini beat Koshi by 148 runs Sudurpaschim, 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. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/24/new-infra-contracts-in-limbo-as-authorities-delays-multi-year-resource-consent The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T06:43:20+05:45 New infra contracts in limbo as authorities delays multi-year resource consent Decision on funding approvals likely only after new government formation, stalling major national pride and strategic projects. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/24/pm-s-swearing-in-to-be-low-key-traditional The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T06:40:25+05:45 PM’s swearing-in to be low-key, traditional RSP senior leader Balendra Shah is set to take oath at the President’s Office on March 27. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/nepal-aims-to-change-lumbini-s-image-as-hit-and-run-destination-with-85m-loan The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T06:37:47+05:45 Nepal eyes Lumbini revival with major World Bank-backed push Despite luxury hotels, an international airport, and growing tourism infrastructure, the majority of visitors spend under an hour at the Buddha’s birthplace. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/24/cimex-inc-wins-three-awards The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-24T06:00:00+05:45 Cimex Inc. wins three awards Distributor recognised for brand performance, partnership and CSR efforts as it expands EV services in Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/conflict-victims-ask-new-government-to-ensure-credible-transitional-justice The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T22:29:53+05:45 Conflict victims ask new government to ensure credible transitional justice On the International Day for the Right to the Truth, they called for transparent, victim-centred commissions and comprehensive reparation programmes. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/23/rsp-calls-central-committee-meeting-to-discuss-parliamentary-party-leadership The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T22:20:44+05:45 RSP calls central committee meeting to discuss parliamentary party leadership The RSP is expected to formally elect senior leader Balendra Shah as the leader of its parliamentary party. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/rsp-working-on-mp-recall-rules-but-it-s-not-easy-for-fptp-seats The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T22:00:00+05:45 RSP working on MP recall rules, but it’s not easy for FPTP seats Party may replace MPs who fail to perform or go against party interests. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-is-nowhere-close-to-ending-tuberculosis The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T20:58:09+05:45 Nepal is nowhere close to ending tuberculosis At 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. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/23/ditch-the-paper The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T20:00:21+05:45 Ditch the paper The vision of reducing in-person visits to government offices through the Nagarik App is blurry due to institutional inertia. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/23/the-eleven-battles-of-balendra The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T19:59:25+05:45 The eleven battles of Balendra Ultimately, his real test will not be in his decisions, but in his perspective. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/23/travails-of-balanced-foreign-policy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T19:57:53+05:45 Travails of balanced foreign policy Nepal cannot favour one neighbour over another due to its geopolitical situation. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/lapchi-residents-use-nail-studded-planks-on-doors-to-ward-off-bears The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T18:23:19+05:45 Lapchi residents use nail-studded planks on doors to ward off bears Himalayan bears break into lonely homes to feast on stored grains as villagers descend to Lumnang during winter. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/nepse-surges-5-01-points The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T17:58:41+05:45 Nepse surges 5.01 points Index continues to post gains for fourth consecutive day with turnover decline on Monday; analysts warn of potential correction. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/trump-puts-off-threat-to-bomb-iran-power-stations-talks-about-total-resolution-of-hostilities The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T17:49:49+05:45 Trump puts off threat to bomb Iran power stations, talks about ‘total resolution of hostilities’ In 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. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/sandakpur-to-host-third-red-panda-festival-to-boost-eco-tourism The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T17:23:59+05:45 Sandakpur to host third Red Panda festival to boost eco-tourism Four-day event in Ilam aims to promote conservation, trekking and cross-border tourism. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/recommendation-to-appoint-aryal-to-national-assembly-under-consideration-says-president-s-office The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T16:04:40+05:45 Recommendation to appoint Aryal to National Assembly under consideration, says President’s Office Press adviser to the President dismisses claims of delay over alleged nomination dispute, cites constitutional process and pending court petition. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/elderly-woman-dies-of-electrocution The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T14:16:09+05:45 Elderly woman dies of electrocution The body has been handed over to her son, Jokhan Chaudhary, for final rites. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/air-canada-express-jet-hits-ground-vehicle-closing-new-york-s-laguardia-airport The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T13:11:33+05:45 Air Canada Express jet hits ground vehicle, closing New York’s LaGuardia airport The CRJ-900 plane, which was coming from ​Montreal, struck the vehicle at a speed of about 24 miles per hour. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/gold-price-falls-by-rs6-500-per-tola The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T11:59:22+05:45 Gold price falls by Rs6,500 per tola International bullion weakens further as stronger dollar, rate outlook shifts and profit-taking pressure weigh on precious metals. https://kathmandupost.com/climate-environment/2026/03/23/un-weather-agency-confirms-hottest-decade-on-record The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T11:38:26+05:45 UN weather agency confirms hottest decade on record Glacier mass loss at key sites was among the five worst on record, the report said, with exceptional declines reported in Iceland and North America. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/23/locals-demand-entry-ban-at-tinau-dam-after-repeated-drownings The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T11:10:26+05:45 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. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-charges-32-in-fake-rescue-scam The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T10:49:44+05:45 Nepal charges 32 in fake rescue scam Fake helicopter rescues and inflated hospital bills used to claim insurance payouts, investigators say. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/north-korea-s-kim-jong-un-reappointed-as-president-of-state-affairs The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T08:18:47+05:45 North Korea’s Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of state affairs In recent years, Kim has abandoned Pyongyang’s long-standing goal of peaceful ⁠reunification and redefined the South as a hostile state. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/23/iran-threatens-to-retaliate-against-gulf-energy-and-water-after-trump-ultimatum The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T08:08:57+05:45 Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy and water after Trump ultimatum The prospect of tit-for-tat strikes on civilian infrastructure further unsettled oil markets, with prices opening choppy in early Asia trading. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/23/today-s-weather-march-23-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T08:04:25+05:45 Today’s weather: March 23, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/23/a-colourful-approach-to-public-education The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T07:18:53+05:45 A colourful approach to public education Project Rangichangi is transforming government schools with murals, creating joyful spaces for learning while empowering young artists. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/23/durga-kharel-to-perform-songs-of-the-past-at-this-month-s-paleti The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T07:07:51+05:45 Durga Kharel to perform songs of the past at this month’s Paleti Kharel brings Darjeeling’s musical memoir to life this weekend, performing songs that shaped his journey. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/23/adhyayan-school-concludes-hack-thon-2-0 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T07:06:15+05:45 Adhyayan School concludes ‘Hack-अ-Thon 2.0’ A total of 53 teams from 40 schools across Nepal, including both private and government institutions, participated in the multi-phase hackathon. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/23/rupee-hits-record-low-at-rs150-24-per-dollar-amid-global-turmoil The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T07:02:56+05:45 Rupee hits record low at Rs150.24 per dollar amid global turmoil Peg to weakening Indian currency and strong US dollar raise inflation risks, threaten remittances and imports. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/23/je-vaccination-to-continue-in-nawalparasi-east-until-tuesday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T06:54:33+05:45 JE vaccination to continue in Nawalparasi East until Tuesday Over 70 percent of people over 35 years in the district have been inoculated in ten days. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/23/nepal-built-a-digital-identity-app-so-why-do-government-offices-still-want-the-paper The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T06:49:23+05:45 Nepal built a digital identity app. So why do government offices still want the paper? The Nagarik App can verify identity in real time, but outdated laws and institutional inertia still force citizens to carry physical documents. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/23/starting-anew-on-lipulekh-1774225426 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T06:08:45+05:45 Starting anew on Lipulekh This will be a challenge for the new RSP government. It will also be a chance to show its diplomatic nous. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/23/rsp-s-economic-blueprint-1774225304 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-23T06:06:43+05:45 RSP’s economic blueprint It should prioritise the use of public money for reasonable purposes. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/leaking-roofs-and-dry-taps-make-life-miserable-for-chepangs The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T21:52:52+05:45 Leaking roofs and dry taps make life miserable for Chepangs In a village at the foot of Kaminchuli, one of Chitwan’s highest peaks, at least six households face a severe drinking water crisis as soon as winter sets in. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/22/congress-rejects-party-chief-thapa-s-resignation The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T20:35:05+05:45 Congress meeting rejects Gagan Thapa’s resignation Dissident Deuba faction asserts itself, plans to propose its own candidate for parliamentary party leader. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/trump-s-aggressive-and-extreme-war-language The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T20:27:27+05:45 Trump’s aggressive and extreme war language Since the beginning of the war with Iran, Trump’s rhetoric has become even more combative and outrageous. https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/03/22/the-youth-must-occupy-spaces-that-actually-dictate-policy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T20:19:34+05:45 The youth must occupy spaces that actually dictate policy The future of the Nepali Congress depends on its ability to evolve while staying rooted in its values https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/22/dharan-deploys-city-police-to-protect-drinking-water-catchment The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T20:12:08+05:45 Dharan deploys city police to protect drinking water catchment Municipal 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-ships The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T19:35:23+05:45 Iran says Hormuz open to all but ‘enemy-linked’ ships The 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-areas The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T19:00:00+05:45 Immigration eases rules for solo trekkers in restricted areas New 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-1774179155 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T17:17:34+05:45 Patriot missile involved in Bahrain blast likely US-operated, analysis finds The 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-river The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T17:13:59+05:45 Two Indian tourists missing after drowning in Tinau river The 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-routes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T17:01:31+05:45 How to return from the Gulf? Here are the available routes The 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-charged The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T16:50:22+05:45 Third graft case filed over China-funded Pokhara airport, 21 charged Former civil aviation bosses, Chinese officials and others accused of embezzling Rs461.5 million through contract manipulation. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/22/nepse-rises-by-54-51-points-on-sunday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T16:06:28+05:45 Nepse rises by 54.51 points on Sunday Turnover reaches Rs23.59 billion as most sectoral indices advance. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/22/four-years-after-deadly-china-eastern-plane-crash-investigators-offer-no-answers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T13:09:24+05:45 Four years after deadly China Eastern plane crash, investigators offer no answers Global 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-slowly The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T12:04:52+05:45 Kapilvastu remains under prohibitory order as calm returns slowly Authorities 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-declines The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T11:18:15+05:45 Gold price drops by Rs12,500 per tola; silver also declines Global economic signals push precious metals lower. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/22/nepali-migrant-workers-face-uncertainty-as-west-asia-conflict-disrupts-jobs The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T10:30:35+05:45 Nepali migrant workers face uncertainty as West Asia conflict disrupts jobs Flights 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-control The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T09:58:03+05:45 Three weeks in, Iran war escalates beyond Trump’s control Trump, 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-crash The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T08:10:24+05:45 Four dead in Palpa tipper crash Three 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-blockade The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T08:01:54+05:45 Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade Trump’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-22-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T07:26:18+05:45 Today’s weather: March 22, 2026 Stay 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-ran The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T07:11:25+05:45 FICTION: The boy who ran It 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-berlin The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T07:08:32+05:45 Budget-friendly neighbourhoods for Nepali students in Berlin From 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-cup The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T07:01:08+05:45 Teams share points as rain washes out two openers of Men’s PM Cup There 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-marathon The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T06:56:34+05:45 Army’s runners dominate 4th Lumbini Peace Marathon Army’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-complaints The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T06:52:57+05:45 Nepal targets local trademark violators as global brands file complaints Coca-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-posts The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T06:40:38+05:45 RSP leaders in hectic parleys over Cabinet posts The 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-abroad The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T06:39:13+05:45 Nepal’s political shift is making some youths rethink going abroad Many 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-concerns The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T06:36:11+05:45 India-China push to resume Lipulekh trade reignites Nepal’s concerns It could be an early diplomatic test for the incoming Rastriya Swatantra Party government. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/22/stepping-into-global-crisis The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T06:00:21+05:45 Stepping into global crisis Preoccupied 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-show The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T05:58:57+05:45 Why sustainable marketing can’t be just for show Sustainable 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-bhat The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T05:57:31+05:45 No more ‘masu bhat’ As 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-killed The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-22T05:55:30+05:45 Before a girl is raped and killed If 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-karnali The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T21:57:44+05:45 Delays in reaching hospitals cost mothers’ lives in Karnali Pregnant 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-promises The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T21:36:54+05:45 Children misused in electioneering despite promises, study finds Over 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-allowance The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T21:18:02+05:45 Elderly Chepang without citizenship, deprived of social security allowance Around 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-attacked The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T20:51:04+05:45 Trump says US considering ‘winding down’ Iran war; Natanz nuclear facility attacked Trump 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-kapilvastu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T19:50:33+05:45 Police firing leaves seven injured amid prohibitory order in Kapilvastu Five 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-dubai The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T19:36:10+05:45 West Asia tensions affect daily life of a Nepali worker in Dubai Hotel shutdown leaves 500 employees jobless. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/kapilvastu-administration-clamps-prohibitory-order-in-maharajgunj The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T16:53:40+05:45 Kapilvastu administration clamps prohibitory order in Maharajgunj Clashes between two communities during Eid leave six injured. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/21/fire-at-korean-car-parts-factory-kills-14-injures-60 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T16:27:30+05:45 Fire at Korean car parts factory kills 14, injures 60 The 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-europe The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T16:19:08+05:45 Palpa exports white beans to Europe Organic 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-tensions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T14:47:12+05:45 Nepali national held in Iran amid Hormuz tensions The International Maritime Organization has said around 20,000 maritime workers are currently aboard approximately 3,200 vessels stranded in the strait https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/21/us-police-release-bodycam-footage-of-fatal-attack-on-nepali-family-in-virginia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T14:07:43+05:45 US police release bodycam footage of fatal attack on Nepali family in Virginia Footage shows the suspect shot dead after refusing to surrender. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/rain-landslides-and-snowfall-disrupt-highways-and-services-across-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T13:39:42+05:45 Rain, landslides and snowfall disrupt highways and services across Nepal Key road sections blocked, vehicles stranded and power supply hit as adverse weather affects multiple districts. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/21/us-allows-30-day-sale-of-iran-oil-at-sea-in-bid-to-tame-prices The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T13:16:24+05:45 US allows 30-day sale of Iran oil at sea in bid to tame prices The waiver will bring some 140 million barrels ‌of oil to global markets and help relieve pressure on energy supply, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent posted on X. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/21/the-week-in-six-photos-1774077559 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T13:04:19+05:45 The week in six photos Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/snowfall-rain-and-storms-disrupt-life-across-hills-and-highways The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T12:55:21+05:45 Snowfall, rain and storms disrupt life across hills and highways Adverse weather blankets high-altitude settlements, blocks key roads, damages infrastructure and hampers pilgrimage movement. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/21/israel-attacks-tehran-beirut-as-us-sends-marines-to-middle-east The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T12:48:08+05:45 Israel attacks Tehran, Beirut as US sends Marines to Middle East More than 2,000 people have been killed since the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, while Americans appear increasingly concerned at signs the war could expand further as it enters its fourth week. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/21/today-s-weather-march-21-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T09:50:43+05:45 Today’s weather: March 21, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/21/events-march-21-to-march-27-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T09:45:14+05:45 EVENTS: March 21 to March 27, 2026 The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/commercial-yam-cultivation-rewards-chepang-farmers-1774064474 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T09:26:13+05:45 Commercial yam cultivation rewards Chepang farmers Native root crops help bolster food security and provide a steady income in remote Makawanpur. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/21/in-their-words-what-poetry-means-to-poets The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T09:01:06+05:45 In their words: What poetry means to poets? Five verse-makers share their intimate thoughts on poetry, marking World Poetry Day. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/congress-discusses-poll-drubbing-party-chief-s-resignation-general-convention The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T08:43:36+05:45 Congress discusses poll drubbing, party chief’s resignation, general convention The party’s Central Working Committee meeting began in Sanepa, Lalitpur on Friday. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/21/faces-places-and-what-they-leave-behind The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T08:41:30+05:45 Faces, places, and what they leave behind ‘What remains’ features unframed prints that invite viewers to pause and connect with moments captured across Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/21/a-region-seen-from-within The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T08:37:09+05:45 A region seen from within ‘In the Margins of Empires’ challenges how South Asia understands one of its most fragile zones. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/pre-monsoon-storms-sweep-nepal-more-rains-forecast-today The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T08:28:59+05:45 Pre-monsoon storms sweep Nepal. More rains forecast today Hailstorm and lightning affect life. Two international flights diverted, several domestic flights cancelled. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/himalayan-glaciers-losing-ice-at-double-the-rate-since-2000 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T08:05:11+05:45 Himalayan glaciers losing ice at double the rate since 2000 ICIMOD reports glaciers across the Hindu Kush Himalaya have lost nearly 27 metres of ice thickness since 1975. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/21/nhrc-implicates-oli-lekhak-officials-over-protest-crackdown The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-21T07:30:33+05:45 NHRC implicates Oli, Lekhak, officials over protest crackdown Watchdog says the government’s failure to anticipate the magnitude of protest led to avoidable deaths, destruction. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/20/poultry-sector-adds-over-rs60-96-billion-to-nepal-s-economy-annually The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T20:06:59+05:45 Poultry sector adds over Rs60.96 billion to Nepal’s economy annually Broiler production dominates earnings, while high feed costs, disease losses and limited insurance coverage continue to challenge farmers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/6-000-nepalis-in-gulf-apply-to-return-home The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T18:34:57+05:45 6,000 Nepalis in Gulf apply to return home 82,100 Nepalis have registered on the foreign ministry portal, but lately fewer are reporting unsafe conditions, say officials. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-3/2026/03/20/landslide-blocks-kanti-lokpath The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T17:51:48+05:45 Landslide blocks Kanti Highway Road section at Gangate in Bhimphedi blocked after rain-triggered landslide; traffic halted in both directions. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/arjun-narasingha-kc-to-administer-oath-to-new-mps-as-senior-most-member The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T16:54:52+05:45 Arjun Narasingha KC to administer oath to new MPs as eldest member Parliament Secretariat says KC, born in 1947, will chair first sitting and take oath from President before swearing in lawmakers on March 26. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/20/security-concerns-grow-around-world-cup-in-us-after-stalled-funding The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T16:37:49+05:45 Security concerns grow around World Cup in US after stalled funding While security at such events is always intense, US law enforcement officials have been on especially heightened alert since the start of the war on Iran and have raised concerns over retaliatory threats. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/rising-tensions-in-west-asia-leave-bodies-of-nepali-migrant-workers-stranded The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T16:25:59+05:45 They left to build a future. Now they wait to come home in death Ongoing war and irregular flights have hampered repatriation of 22 Nepali bodies. Embassies say bodies will be sent home after flights resume. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/civil-society-organisations-say-polls-peaceful-but-flag-gaps-in-voter-education The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T16:01:14+05:45 Civil society organisations say polls peaceful but flag gaps in voter education Joint observation report highlights low turnout, accessibility issues and calls for legal and digital reforms. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/iran-detains-nepali-national The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T15:36:59+05:45 Iran detains Nepali national Foreign ministry says details of arrest in Strait of Hormuz remain unclear. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/20/marriott-linked-hotels-distribute-rs25-58-million-bonus-to-employees The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T14:20:30+05:45 Marriott-linked hotels distribute Rs25.58 million bonus to employees The company said the bonus reflects its strong financial performance and underscores its continued commitment to recognising and rewarding the dedication, hard work, and valuable contributions of its workforce. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/20/iran-attacks-wipe-out-17-of-qatar-s-lng-capacity-for-up-to-five-years-qatarenergy-ceo-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T14:10:11+05:45 Iran attacks wipe out 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity for up to five years, QatarEnergy CEO says State-owned QatarEnergy will have to ​declare force majeure on long-term contracts for up to five years for LNG supplies bound for Italy, Belgium, South Korea, and China due to the two damaged trains, Kaabi said. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/20/israel-launches-new-wave-of-attacks-on-iran-as-crisis-deepens The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T10:18:14+05:45 Israel launches new wave of attacks on Iran as crisis deepens The conflict has killed thousands of people, spread to neighbouring nations and hit the global economy since the United States ‌and Israel launched strikes on February 28, after talks about Tehran’s nuclear program failed to yield a deal. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/20/today-s-weather-march-20-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T09:25:08+05:45 Today’s weather: March 20, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/why-are-south-asia-s-communist-bastions-crumbling The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T09:06:57+05:45 Why are South Asia’s communist bastions crumbling? Leftist leaders and analysts say the steady decline of communist parties stems from a mix of ideological drift, leadership failures, and changing voter expectations. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/20/if-a-thief-is-honest-can-he-be-excused-for-his-sins The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T08:33:03+05:45 If a thief is honest, can he be excused for his sins? ‘Charandas Chor’ at Mandala Theatre Nepal follows a man whose strange honesty challenges ideas of right and wrong. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/20/anfa-postpones-national-league-and-women-s-league-citing-technical-reason The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T08:08:57+05:45 ANFA postpones National League and Women’s League citing ‘technical reason’ The decision came after intervention from the Department of Immigration, as there have been complaints that overseas players only had tourist visas. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/20/police-defeat-army-in-jay-trophy-s-final-again The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T08:06:04+05:45 Police defeat Army in Jay Trophy’s final, again Sagar Dhakal picked four wickets, while Karan KC and Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi bagged three each, as Police now required 227 to win. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/20/nepse-this-week-1773972938 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T08:00:37+05:45 NEPSE this week Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/kmc-assigns-waste-collection-to-private-companies The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T07:49:37+05:45 KMC assigns waste collection to private companies The companies will start collection once transfer stations are ready. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/nepali-congress-set-to-reject-gagan-thapa-s-resignation-as-president The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T07:38:31+05:45 Nepali Congress set to reject Gagan Thapa’s resignation as president Vice-president Bishwa Prakash Sharma will table a proposal at the central committee towards this end. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/20/rsp-landslide-puts-electoral-reform-debate-on-ice The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T07:33:34+05:45 RSP landslide puts electoral reform debate on ice Experts say past hung parliaments were due more to uninspiring candidates and vague agendas of parties. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/20/global-oil-shock-tests-nepal-but-electric-cooking-cushions-blow The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T07:25:04+05:45 Global oil shock tests Nepal, but electric cooking cushions blow Nepal is better prepared than before as West Asia tensions push up fuel prices. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/20/the-jumla-paradigm The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T05:57:59+05:45 The Jumla paradigm The path to a healthy Nepal is being paved in Jumla. It is time the rest of the country caught up. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/20/what-s-at-stake-for-bjp-in-four-state-polls The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T05:55:11+05:45 What’s at stake for BJP in four state polls The question is to what extent the Opposition can stop the BJP from expanding its national footprint. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/20/women-leaders-deserve-more-than-a-maternal-metaphor The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T05:53:32+05:45 Women leaders deserve more than a maternal metaphor Reducing femininity to motherhood limits women’s political roles and the imagination of leadership. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/20/nepal-japan-relations-old-ties-new-gains The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-20T05:50:18+05:45 Nepal-Japan relations: Old ties, new gains The friendship between the two countries has already stood the test of time. Now, it must deliver shared prosperity. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/man-booked-for-suicide-abetment-after-wife-two-children-found-dead-in-river The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T23:00:00+05:45 Man booked for suicide abetment after wife, two children found dead in river Parents claim their daughter was driven to the extreme step due to continuous domestic violence by the husband. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/balendra-shah-to-be-sworn-in-as-pm-on-march-27 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T22:28:13+05:45 Balendra Shah to be sworn in as PM on March 27 A meeting of party chair Lamichhane and leaders Shah, Aryal and Wagle agreed to begin government formation after lawmakers’ oath. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/high-tech-surveillance-helps-nab-notorious-poachers-in-chitwan The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T21:55:55+05:45 High-tech surveillance helps nab notorious poachers in Chitwan Chitwan National Park currently employs 25 spy cameras alongside seven drones to monitor its 952 sq km territory and buffer zone areas. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/fund-delays-stall-irrigation-project-in-dadeldhura The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T21:54:23+05:45 Fund delays stall irrigation project in Dadeldhura The project covers Dadeldhura, Doti, Bajura, and Achham and includes river control works on the West Seti, Budhiganga, and Thuligad rivers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/commercial-yam-cultivation-rewards-chepang-farmers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T21:00:00+05:45 Commercial yam cultivation rewards Chepang farmers Native root crops help bolster food security and provide steady income in remote Makwanpur. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/19/europe-and-japan-ready-to-help-stabilise-energy-prices-and-secure-oil-chokepoint The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T20:58:56+05:45 Europe and Japan ready to help stabilise energy prices and secure oil chokepoint At a summit in Brussels, European Union leaders were set to try to offset the jump in energy costs, with few easy options available. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/19/slovenia-election-pits-liberals-against-populist-right-in-tight-race The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T20:00:00+05:45 Slovenia election pits liberals against populist right in tight race Opinion polls vary but analysts predict a tight race between Jansa’s Slovene Democratic Party and Golob’s Freedom Movement, with neither looking likely to win a majority in the 90-seat parliament. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/global-recycling-day-marked-with-rally-discussions-in-lalitpur The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T19:30:00+05:45 Global Recycling Day marked with rally, discussions in Lalitpur Event promotes circular economy and sustainable waste practices under EU-funded GreenShift project. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/19/seventeen-bodies-recovered-in-comoros-from-boat-carrying-african-migrants The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T19:05:00+05:45 Seventeen bodies recovered in Comoros from boat carrying African migrants The hospital director gave a death toll of 18 and said survivors reported they were from the Democratic Republic of Congo. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/election-commission-submits-poll-report-to-president-paudel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T17:33:47+05:45 Election Commission submits poll report to President Paudel EC report includes the final names of the 275 members elected under the first-past-the-post and the proportional representation systems. https://kathmandupost.com/science-technology/2026/03/19/human-ai-alliance-conference-to-convene-in-kathmandu-on-march-21 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T17:02:34+05:45 Rethinking leadership in the age of AI ‘The Future of Leadership is Human+AI’ explores one of the most pressing questions in modern business: How do leaders thrive in an AI-driven world? https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/19/rpp-picks-shahi-as-parliamentary-party-leader The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T16:51:56+05:45 RPP picks Shahi as parliamentary party leader In the House of Representatives elections, the RPP secured one seat under the first-past-the-post system and four seats under the proportional representation system. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/19/nepse-surges-by-64-69-points-on-thursday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T16:12:22+05:45 Nepse surges by 64.69 points on Thursday Turnover crosses Rs21.22 billion as share prices of 240 companies advance. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/shrestha-returns-with-first-hand-experience-of-war-in-east-asia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T15:56:01+05:45 Shrestha returns with first-hand experience of war in East Asia Misleading content, videos fuel anxiety among Nepali families. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/19/qatar-says-iran-attacked-lng-hub-uae-shuts-gas-facilities The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T13:33:54+05:45 Qatar says Iran attacked LNG hub; UAE shuts gas facilities Ras Laffan, located 80 km (50 miles) north of Doha, is an energy-industry hub and hosts several international companies including Shell, the world’s biggest LNG trader. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/wildfire-at-ramechhap-forest-continues-for-two-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T13:19:16+05:45 Wildfire at Ramechhap forest continues for two days Inferno threatens highlander settlements. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/19/europe-tells-trump-iran-is-not-our-war The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T12:23:10+05:45 Europe tells Trump Iran is ‘not our war’ European leaders have ​rejected direct involvement in US-Israeli military operations against Iran, wary of getting sucked into an unpredictable conflict whose aims they do not fully understand and is unpopular with their own citizens. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/gagan-thapa-resigns-as-nc-president-taking-responsibility-for-electoral-debacle The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T11:13:05+05:45 Gagan Thapa resigns as NC president, takes responsibility for electoral debacle Party central working committee yet to decide whether to accept resignation. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/19/today-s-weather-march-19-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T11:12:23+05:45 Today’s weather: March 19, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/19/in-an-age-of-digital-everything-film-photography-re-emerges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T09:40:53+05:45 In an age of digital ‘everything’, film photography re-emerges Grounded in tactile experience and hands-on development, analogue photography feels more emotional. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/19/the-uncalculated-burden-of-a-glass-child The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T09:36:05+05:45 The uncalculated burden of a ‘glass child’ The term refers to a sibling who feels invisible at home, often hiding their own needs while attention is focused on a child with disabilities. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/19/police-aim-second-straight-jay-trophy-title-today The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T09:19:05+05:45 Police aim second straight Jay Trophy title today Trailing by 180 runs by the end of Day 1 with the score at 41/3 in 11 overs, Police equalled Army’s score in 61.4 overs on Day 2 as they got bundled out at 221. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/19/sankata-and-army-kick-off-women-s-league-with-wins The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T09:02:22+05:45 Sankata and Army kick off Women’s League with wins Three of the four foreign signings of Sankata found the back of the net in the 4-0 win over NRT. Army blasted five goals past Jhapa FC and kept a clean sheet in the second match of the day. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/19/nepal-germany-break-ground-on-lekhnath-damauli-transmission-line The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T08:47:39+05:45 Nepal, Germany break ground on Lekhnath–Damauli transmission line KfW-backed project aims to boost grid capacity, support hydropower evacuation and strengthen energy security. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/19/baglung-becomes-major-stop-for-rara-shey-phoksundo-travel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T08:41:25+05:45 Baglung becomes major stop for Rara, Shey Phoksundo travel Improved road connectivity draws tourists heading to Dolpa, Mugu and Mustang, boosting local hotels and businesses. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/hypertension-among-leading-causes-of-maternal-deaths-in-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T08:26:59+05:45 Hypertension among leading causes of maternal deaths in Nepal Maternal, perinatal death surveillance to expand to four more districts this fiscal year. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/jumla-is-drawing-medical-students-from-india-and-beyond The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T08:21:46+05:45 Jumla is drawing medical students from India and beyond Students praise Karnali Academy of Health Sciences for quality education and rural healthcare experience. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/lamichhane-delivers-a-strong-message-to-new-rsp-lawmakers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T08:08:31+05:45 Lamichhane delivers a strong message to new RSP lawmakers Party president warns them of the dangers lurking even as the party mustered a near two-thirds majority. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/how-shram-sanskriti-party-won-hearts-in-koshi The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T07:57:23+05:45 How Shram Sanskriti Party won hearts in Koshi Harka Sampang’s clean image, labour-focussed campaigns, grassroots connection, and public frustration with old guard drove the party’s success, analysts say. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/7-nepalis-detained-in-persian-gulf-for-sharing-war-linked-videos The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T07:49:12+05:45 7 Nepalis detained in Persian Gulf for sharing war-linked videos Government weighing options to evacuate Nepalis. But it will be a herculean endeavour. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/19/president-to-receive-election-report-today The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T07:35:40+05:45 President to receive election report today New government can be formed as soon as the RSP elects its parliamentary party leader and claims prime minister. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/19/no-excuses-now The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T07:17:57+05:45 No excuses now The new Parliament has the responsibility to make up for its predecessors’ non-performance. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/19/new-wave-old-ways The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T05:54:56+05:45 New wave, old ways Nepalis want delivery, and they do not really care if that comes from Balendra Shah or Gyanendra Shah. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/19/balen-but-beware The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T05:53:16+05:45 Balen, but beware Shah and Lamichhane both possess strong personalities. How do you fit two swords into one sheath? https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/19/how-the-powerless-won The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-19T05:51:29+05:45 How the powerless won New leaders have leveraged poor governance, public discontent, economic hardship and anger against established elites. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/rising-number-of-single-women-threatens-raute-population The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T21:17:20+05:45 Rising number of single women threatens Raute population Alcohol abuse and rigid social taboos leave young women widowed, further shrinking the endangered nomadic community. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/at-least-18-killed-in-vigilante-clash-with-bandits-in-nigeria-s-katsina The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T19:22:26+05:45 At least 18 killed in vigilante clash with bandits in Nigeria’s Katsina The latest assault ​began when a vigilante patrol killed three suspected bandits in Falale village. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/israel-says-it-kills-iranian-minister-will-let-military-hit-any-senior-official-it-can-find The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T19:01:03+05:45 Israel says it kills Iranian minister, will let military hit any senior official it can find A day after killing Iran’s powerful security chief in the highest-level targeted killing, Israel said it had killed Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/over-2-000-nepali-denied-labour-permits-daily-as-tensions-persist-in-west-asia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T18:43:46+05:45 Over 2,000 Nepali denied labour permits daily as tensions persist in West Asia Government partially resumes labour permits for seven countries. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/18/ghode-jatra-marked-with-grandeur-at-tundikhel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T17:42:22+05:45 Ghode Jatra celebrated with grandeur at Tundikhel President and top leaders attend as Nepali Army stages equestrian displays in Kathmandu Valley. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/18/rsp-chair-lamichhane-reminds-lawmakers-of-right-to-recall-provision The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T16:23:59+05:45 RSP chair Lamichhane reminds lawmakers of ‘right to recall’ provision Lamichhane directs MPs to use parliamentary recess to visit constituencies to update themselves with public issues. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/iran-strikes-tel-aviv-with-cluster-warheads-in-retaliation-for-killing-of-security-chief The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T16:00:00+05:45 Iran strikes Tel Aviv with cluster warheads in retaliation for killing of security chief Iran targeted Tel Aviv with missiles carrying cluster warheads in what it said was retaliation for Israel’s assassination of Larijani, Iranian state television reported earlier. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/18/melbourne-based-victorian-institute-of-technology-joins-gandaki-province-cricket-association-as-title-sponsor The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T15:18:55+05:45 Melbourne-based Victorian Institute of Technology joins Gandaki Province Cricket Association as title sponsor VIT is home to a diverse international student community, including more than 600 students from various regions of Nepal currently enrolled. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/18/nepal-germany-break-ground-on-lekhnath-damauli-220-kv-transmission-line The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T15:01:26+05:45 Nepal, Germany break ground on Lekhnath–Damauli 220 kV transmission line KfW-backed project aims to boost grid capacity, support hydropower evacuation and strengthen energy security https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/helicopter-crashes-during-landing-in-khotang-one-injured-pilot-safe The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T14:02:55+05:45 Helicopter crash-landed in Khotang; one injured, pilot safe Preliminary cause suspected to be strong winds or dust https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/china-says-to-provide-humanitarian-assistance-to-iran-mideast-nations The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T12:44:57+05:45 China says to provide humanitarian assistance to Iran, Mideast nations Beijing is a close partner of Iran and has urged the United States and Israel to cease their attacks on the country, while also criticizing Tehran's strikes against Gulf states housing US military bases. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/18/israeli-strikes-in-central-beirut-kill-six-people-lebanese-authorities-say The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T11:58:45+05:45 Israeli strikes in central Beirut kill six people, Lebanese authorities say No warning was issued ahead of the strikes in Zuqaq al-Blat and Basta, ‌in ⁠which the Lebanese health ministry said six people were killed and 24 wounded. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/18/police-trail-army-by-180-runs-in-jay-trophy-final The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T09:16:25+05:45 Police trail Army by 180 runs in Jay Trophy final Police did not have a good start with the bat. Before the umpires called for Stumps on Day 1, Police had lost three wickets while managing 41 runs in 11 overs. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/18/departmental-clubs-face-stiff-challange-at-martyr-s-memorial-women-s-league The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T08:52:36+05:45 Departmental clubs face stiff challange at Martyr’s Memorial Women’s League The top-tier women’s club competition kicks off with two matches—NRT vs Sankata and Army vs Jhapa—at Chyasal Stadium today. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/18/poshilo-takes-traditional-sattu-global-with-modern-branding The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T08:39:40+05:45 Poshilo takes traditional Sattu global with modern branding Young entrepreneur turns traditional Nepali staple into export-ready health food, expanding from Pokhara to US and Indian markets. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/18/today-s-weather-march-18-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T08:32:21+05:45 Today’s weather: March 18, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/18/everyday-ai-siddhartha-guvaju The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T08:29:25+05:45 EVERYDAY AI: Siddhartha Guvaju Guvaju is the communications and programmes associate at Body and Data, an organisation working to make digital spaces safer and more accessible for marginalised groups. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/man-held-on-charge-of-impregnating-underage-relative The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T08:04:15+05:45 Man held on charge of impregnating underage relative The victim, 13, is six weeks pregnant. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/18/love-and-violence-collide-in-bhardwaj-s-o-romeo The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T08:03:11+05:45 Love and violence collide in Bhardwaj’s ‘O’Romeo’ Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri anchor a passionate but uneven gangster romance set in Mumbai’s criminal underworld. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/rsp-holds-orientation-for-its-lawmakers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T07:57:20+05:45 RSP holds orientation for its lawmakers Two-day training covers policy, governance, conduct, and parliamentary procedures. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/london-talks-between-gurkhas-and-uk-discuss-veterans-demands The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T07:52:51+05:45 London talks between Gurkhas and UK discuss veterans’ demands 19 British MPs ask their government to address the Nepal-sourced fighters’ longstanding concerns. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/bengal-tigers-move-to-mid-hills-sighted-in-palpa-aghakhanchi The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T07:39:43+05:45 Bengal tigers move to mid-hills. Sighted in Palpa, Arghakhanchi Camera traps confirm three Bengal tigers in the two hilly districts, beyond their usual range in the Tarai. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/most-nepalis-missed-annual-non-communicable-disease-screening The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T07:28:58+05:45 Most Nepalis missed annual non-communicable disease screening Snap elections and harsh winter disrupted nationwide checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, kidney function and BMI. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/18/lasikyap-sisaul-section-of-bheri-corridor-contract-awarded-to-army The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-18T07:25:42+05:45 Lasikyap-Sisaul section of Bheri Corridor contract awarded to army Private contractors often abandoned work on the 25-km section due to the difficult topography and harsh work conditions. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/17/unsafe-country-for-girls The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T23:21:10+05:45 Unsafe country for girls Strong laws are not enough. Only harsh punishment can prevent rape. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/will-balen-s-bell-ring-for-federalism-reform The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T23:19:22+05:45 Time to ring in federalism reforms The size of the federal government and the structure of provinces deserve particular attention. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/a-new-narrative-for-a-changing-nation The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T23:18:11+05:45 A new narrative for a changing nation The ‘Brand New Nepal’ concept emphasises that national reputation influences economic opportunity. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/who-owns-the-gen-z-movement The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T23:14:35+05:45 Who owns the Gen Z movement? What happens to the movement once it enters the machinery of power through a singular force? https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/a-case-study-of-the-first-fdi-hydropower-project-in-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T23:12:19+05:45 A case study of the first FDI Hydropower Project in Nepal Upper Trishuli-1 shows dialogue and participation can turn consent into community collaboration. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/france-will-never-take-part-in-operations-to-unblock-hormuz-strait-amid-hostilities-says-macron The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T21:20:55+05:45 France will never take part in operations to unblock Hormuz Strait amid hostilities, says Macron Trump, speaking at a ​White House event on Monday, said he ​had spoken to Macron, giving him an '8 out ⁠of 10' score on his stance towards getting ​allies to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/no-immediate-plan-to-rebuild-bicc-six-months-after-fire The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T21:01:21+05:45 Once the heartbeat of Nepali democracy, now a ghostly shell The BICC building housed the Constituent Assembly and parliament after 2008. Due to destruction during Gen Z protests, federal parliament secretariat decided to end the lease. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/cpc-congratulates-rsp-on-election-victory-pledges-deeper-ties The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T20:48:48+05:45 CPC congratulates RSP on election victory, pledges deeper ties Chinese Communist Party highlights Belt and Road cooperation and long-standing Nepal–China friendship in the message. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/afghanistan-says-pakistani-airstrike-killed-408-at-kabul-drug-rehab-centre-islamabad-rejects-charge The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T18:49:52+05:45 Afghanistan says Pakistani airstrike killed 408 at Kabul drug rehab centre, Islamabad rejects charge Pakistan rejected the statement as ‌false and misleading and said it had “precisely targeted military installations and terrorist support infrastructure” on Monday night. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/pm-karki-under-fire-for-recruiting-chief-personal-secretary-as-ntnc-chair The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T17:48:04+05:45 PM Karki under fire for recruiting chief personal secretary as NTNC chair Despite lacking a formal background in information technology, Shrestha was designated as an IT staff member during Karki’s tenure as chief justice. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/israel-says-iran-s-security-chief-larijani-is-killed The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T16:24:30+05:45 Israel says Iran’s security chief Larijani is killed The Basij militia is ​a part-time paramilitary force under the control of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that is ​often used to quell protests inside Iran. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/17/nepse-rises-by-13-51-points-on-tuesday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T16:05:17+05:45 Nepse rises by 13.51 points on Tuesday Turnover reaches Rs12.03 billion as share prices of 132 companies advance. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/evolving-tensions-in-west-asia-affect-nepali-households The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T15:23:56+05:45 Evolving tensions in West Asia affect Nepali households Economists warn consumer prices could go up by at least nine percent as essentials and services become costlier https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/afghanistan-says-400-killed-in-pakistan-air-strike-on-kabul-hospital-pakistan-rejects-claim The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T13:49:45+05:45 Afghanistan says 400 killed in Pakistan air strike on Kabul hospital, Pakistan rejects claim Witnesses said they heard three bombs exploding just as people in the hospital were completing evening prayers and two ​of them struck rooms and patient areas. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/17/storm-damages-public-private-structures-in-dhankuta The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T13:30:34+05:45 Storm damages public, private structures in Dhankuta Power supply was disrupted, and dozens of buildings were destroyed. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/17/trump-was-warned-of-likely-iranian-retaliation-on-gulf-allies-sources-say The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T12:03:31+05:45 Trump was warned of likely Iranian retaliation on Gulf allies The US ​official said that Trump was ⁠briefed before the war that striking Iran could trigger a broader regional conflict that would include Iranian retaliation against Gulf capitals. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/17/the-way-of-colour-silence-and-reflection The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T10:20:37+05:45 The way of colour, silence, and reflection ‘Journey to a Visionary Artworld’ showcases 50+ works that express personal discovery and ancestral influences. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/17/turning-rhythm-into-care The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T09:43:10+05:45 Turning rhythm into care Maitri Music Therapy Nepal is using instruments, rhythm and training programmes to make music accessible as a therapeutic tool. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/17/national-league-standings-remain-tight-after-army-defeat-machhindra The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T09:34:52+05:45 National League standings remain tight after Army defeat Machhindra Army handed Machhindra a 2-1 loss at the Dasharath Stadium to keep the fight for the title race interesting. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/17/clubs-slam-anfa-over-rushed-a-division-league-decision The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T09:25:12+05:45 Clubs slam ANFA over rushed A-Division league decision Several clubs protested at the ANFA Complex on Monday and left after padlocking the office, as their meeting with ANFA officials did not reach an agreement. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/17/today-s-weather-march-17-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T09:09:45+05:45 Today’s weather: March 17, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/dalit-and-non-dalit-couple-wed-in-rare-arranged-marriage The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T08:08:39+05:45 Dalit and non-Dalit couple wed in rare arranged marriage Manju Ramtel and Sangam Rana Magar exchanged traditional vows in the presence of families and local government officials Saturday. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/gen-z-activists-continue-protest-as-government-withholds-probe-report The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:59:41+05:45 Gen Z activists continue protest as government withholds probe report Government spokesperson Aryal did not show up for an expected regular press briefing on Monday, when the details of the report were supposed to be made public. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/kmc-expands-free-cervical-cancer-and-breast-cancer-screening-and-treatment The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:35:22+05:45 KMC expands free cervical cancer and breast cancer screening and treatment These two of Nepal’s leading cancers will be screened and treated at Bir Hospital. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/17/potholes-for-pride The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:33:28+05:45 Potholes for pride There must be a tighter project pipeline, which ensures only investment-ready projects enter the budget. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/foreign-policy-in-a-changing-context The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:26:53+05:45 Foreign policy in a changing context Nepal would do well to avoid unnecessary geopolitical adventurism when global governance is weak. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/17/new-party-trap The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:20:58+05:45 ‘New party’ trap It’s one thing to win elections. Turning public frustration into lasting political power is quite another. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/monsoon-looms-but-repairs-on-landslide-prone-tuinkhola-slopes-still-pending The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:10:11+05:45 Monsoon looms, but repairs on landslide-prone Tuinkhola slopes still pending Last year, this section along the Narayanghat-Mugling road, a vital link to the Capital, was blocked for 184 hours. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/17/china-protests-burning-of-xi-jinping-s-book-in-morang-college The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:05:54+05:45 China protests burning of Xi Jinping’s book in Morang college Hundreds of copies of the book were set on fire at Manamohan Technical College on Saturday night. This is the latest in a series of events in Nepal that has irked China. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/17/nepal-risks-losing-up-to-132-000-jobs-1-billion-after-ldc-exit The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-17T07:01:54+05:45 Nepal risks losing up to 132,000 jobs, $1 billion after LDC exit ILO warns reduced exports after November may cost jobs, mainly for women, unless Nepal boosts competitiveness. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/13-000-people-including-612-fugitives-from-september-9-riots-placed-on-immigration-blacklist The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T22:01:12+05:45 13,000 people, including 612 fugitives from September 9 riots, placed on immigration blacklist DoI intensifies monitoring at airports and land borders to prevent fugitives from fleeing or entering the country. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/hamas-holds-talks-with-trump-led-board-as-iran-war-strains-gaza-plan The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T21:00:00+05:45 Hamas holds talks with Trump-led board as Iran war strains Gaza plan Before the war in Iran, Trump’s plan ​for Gaza was his flagship initiative for the Middle East. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/british-teens-resist-australian-style-social-media-ban The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T19:38:50+05:45 British teens resist Australian-style social media ban Young people aged 16 to 18 at one south London school said Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok helped them socialise, make new connections and learn about the world. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/mother-of-gen-z-martyr-steps-into-parliament-seeking-justice The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T18:35:30+05:45 Mother of Gen Z martyr nominated to Parliament, vows to fight for justice Her son Rasik had taken to the streets of Baneshwar demanding an end to corruption. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/transport-federation-demands-fare-adjustment-citing-fuel-price-hike The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T17:48:53+05:45 Transport federation demands fare adjustment, citing fuel price hike FNNTE warns that rising petrol and diesel costs will directly impact transport operations nationwide. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nepse-drops-by-double-digits-on-monday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T16:28:20+05:45 Nepse drops by double digits on Monday Turnover falls to Rs11.97 billion as share prices of 211 companies decline. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/seoul-under-pressure-as-us-president-trump-calls-for-naval-support-in-hormuz The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T15:57:49+05:45 Seoul under pressure as US President Trump calls for naval support in Hormuz Seoul officials said that the government has not yet received a formal request from Washington to deploy military forces at this stage. https://kathmandupost.com/visual-stories/2026/03/16/gen-z-activists-continue-protest-demanding-release-of-karki-commission-report The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T14:25:09+05:45 Gen-Z activists continue protest demanding release of Karki commission report Commission was mandated to investigation crackdown on Gen-Z protest on September 8-9. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/ck-raut-announces-retirement-from-parliamentary-politics The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T13:51:41+05:45 CK Raut announces retirement from parliamentary politics His announcement comes in the wake of his party’s poor performance in the recently concluded parliamentary polls. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/16/iran-s-asymmetric-warfare The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T12:58:17+05:45 Iran’s asymmetric warfare It was clear to Iran’s astute military planners that a strategy was needed to cope with this challenge. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/trump-demands-others-help-secure-strait-of-hormuz-japan-and-australia-say-no-plans-to-send-ships The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T12:35:49+05:45 Trump demands others help secure Strait of Hormuz, Japan and Australia say no plans to send ships Trump also ratcheted up pressure on European allies to help protect the strait, warning that ​NATO faces a "very bad" future if its members fail to come to Washington's aid. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/16/iran-wants-serious-review-of-gulf-ties-denies-role-in-saudi-oil-attacks The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T10:18:33+05:45 Iran wants ‘serious review’ of Gulf ties, denies role in Saudi oil attacks Enayati denied that Iran was responsible for the attacks on Saudi Arabia’s oil infrastructure. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nicci-roundtable-flags-policy-gaps-infrastructure-shortages-in-nepal-s-startup-ecosystem The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T10:08:26+05:45 NICCI roundtable flags policy gaps, infrastructure shortages in Nepal’s startup ecosystem They urged policymakers to revise procurement policies to prioritise home-grown technology and products. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/16/a-quiet-reflection-on-inner-strength The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T07:58:46+05:45 A quiet reflection on inner strength Artworks at ‘Ma, Myself’ encapsulate the essence of womanhood and identity. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/16/artists-see-new-possibilities-in-nepal-s-political-shift The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T07:47:34+05:45 Artists see new possibilities in Nepal’s political shift Voices across film, music, literature and theatre say the moment offers a chance to rethink how creative work is valued. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/premonsoon-activities-improve-nepal-s-air-quality The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:48:02+05:45 Premonsoon activities improve Nepal’s air quality Met officials say that premonsoon activities--rainfall, wind, hail and thunderstorms--will occur in the coming days. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/six-national-parties-submit-pr-lists-to-election-commission The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:42:09+05:45 Six national parties submit PR lists to Election Commission Around two-thirds of the representatives under the category are women. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/patihani-dudhaura-safari-route-reopens-in-chitwan-buffer-zone The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:37:39+05:45 Patihani-Dudhaura safari route reopens in Chitwan buffer zone On a scenic 12‐km ride, visitors may encounter rhinos, deer, gharials, even the elusive tiger. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/after-voting-nepali-migrant-workers-head-back-to-india-urge-leaders-to-deliver-on-pledges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:34:01+05:45 After voting, Nepali migrant workers head back to India, urge leaders to deliver on pledges Thousands who came home to vote in the March 5 snap parliamentary elections are now returning, forced by poverty into jobs far from families. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/escaping-poverty-at-home-nepali-women-fall-into-the-gulf-trap The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:29:29+05:45 Escaping poverty at home, Nepali women fall into the Gulf trap Thousands of women outside Nepal government’s records are confined by restrictive Kafala rules. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/16/nepal-s-17-pride-projects-may-take-41-years-to-finish-warns-world-bank The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:25:37+05:45 Nepal’s 17 pride projects may take 41 years to finish, warns World Bank Tree and land clearance approvals take two years each due to compensation disputes and red tape, says report. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/16/raped-and-left-to-die-teenager-s-family-wants-answers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T06:16:09+05:45 Raped and left to die, teenager’s family wants answers Inisa BK died after what police say was forcible sexual assault. Her father learned only after her death that the school had spoken to one accused’s family—and said nothing to him. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/16/time-for-renewal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T05:48:41+05:45 Time for renewal There is still room for the comeback of regional parties in Madhesh. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/16/climate-change-a-pressing-challenge-for-nepal-s-new-government The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T05:47:38+05:45 Climate Change: A pressing challenge for Nepal’s new government Elevating water security to the same level as job creation or energy targets is vital. https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/03/16/leaders-aren-t-gods-and-progress-is-possible-only-through-collective-leadership The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-16T05:46:09+05:45 Leaders aren’t gods, and progress is possible only through collective leadership A fusion of Balen Shah and the Rastriya Swatantra Party makes this election’s result representative of the Gen Z mandate. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/15/consensus-picks-hem-raj-sharma-as-nrna-president The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T21:46:02+05:45 Consensus picks Hem Raj Sharma as NRNA president NRNA urges legal reforms to implement Non-Resident Nepali citizenship. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/pm-karki-appoints-personal-secretary-shrestha-as-ntnc-chairperson The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T20:18:52+05:45 PM Karki appoints personal secretary Shrestha as NTNC chairperson Just four days after assuming the role of prime minister’s chief personal secretary, Shrestha had appointed his wife to the secretariat. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/15/vietnam-votes-as-communist-party-fields-nearly-93-percent-of-parliamentary-candidates The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T18:22:05+05:45 Vietnam votes as Communist Party fields nearly 93 percent of parliamentary candidates The unicameral parliament has virtually no power to challenge the party’s key decisions, including on personnel, but it has occasionally ​amended proposed laws. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/cabinet-recommends-home-minister-aryal-for-national-assembly-seat The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T17:50:51+05:45 Cabinet recommends Home Minister Aryal for National Assembly seat One seat in the upper house, to be nominated by the President on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers, had remained vacant. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/kmg-calls-for-application-for-new-editor-in-chief-of-kantipur-daily The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T17:10:59+05:45 KMG calls for application for new editor-in-chief of Kantipur daily This follows the resignation of Umesh Chauhan, who served in the role for three years and led the daily through several challenging periods. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/15/nepse-index-rises-4-45-points The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T16:19:39+05:45 Nepse index rises 4.45 points Turnover reaches Rs14.32 billion as 124 companies post gains. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/15/rsp-recommends-57-candidates-as-pr-lawmakers The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T15:54:34+05:45 RSP recommends 57 candidates as PR lawmakers Shram Sanskriti Party has also finalised the names of four lawmakers under the PR category. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/nepali-in-the-uae-asked-to-refrain-from-spreading-rumours-misleading-comments The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T15:08:41+05:45 Nepalis in the UAE asked to refrain from spreading rumours, misleading comments Engaging in illegal and unauthorised activities could lead to one to three years in prison and fine of 100,000 to 200,000 dirhams https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/15/trump-rejects-efforts-to-launch-iran-ceasefire-talks-sources-say The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T14:59:44+05:45 Trump rejects efforts to launch Iran ceasefire talks, sources say A senior White House official confirmed Trump has rebuffed those efforts to start talks and ​is focused on pressing ahead with the war to further weaken Tehran’s military capabilities. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/15/manang-lodge-named-among-time-s-world-s-greatest-places-to-stay The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T13:27:03+05:45 Manang lodge named among TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places to Stay’ Mountain Lodges of Nepal’s high-altitude property recognised for bringing upscale comfort to the Annapurna region. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/he-was-asleep-in-his-room-then-a-drone-struck-to-wake-him-up The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T12:40:20+05:45 He was asleep in his room. Then a drone struck to wake him up. Anil Tamang from Nuwakot sustained injuries when the drone crashed inside his room. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/parties-working-to-pick-mps-for-proportional-representation The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T09:39:39+05:45 Parties working to pick MPs for proportional representation Six parties that crossed the three percent vote threshold have secured seats under the PR category. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/15/f1-calls-off-april-races-in-bahrain-and-saudi-arabia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T09:17:20+05:45 F1 calls off April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia The grand prix went ahead after teams received safety assurances and drivers met for more than four hours to discuss the situation. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/15/us-china-economic-chiefs-meet-in-paris-to-clear-path-to-trump-xi-summit The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T08:59:22+05:45 US, China economic chiefs meet in Paris to clear path to Trump-Xi summit The two sides are expected to review their progress in meeting commitments under the October 2025 trade truce declared by Trump and Xi in Busan, South Korea. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/dhulikhel-khawa-road-faces-daily-11-hour-closure The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T08:22:25+05:45 Dhulikhel-Khawa road faces daily 11-hour closure This 4.155-kilometre stretch has long been a source of local frustration, as work has witnessed prolonged delays. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/15/today-s-weather-march-15-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T08:20:26+05:45 Today’s weather: March 15, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/namatar-kalikatar-road-set-for-blacktopping-after-4-decades The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T08:12:18+05:45 Namatar-Kalikatar road set for blacktopping after 4 decades Construction of the track had started 43 years ago, but the route remained unpaved for decades, reflecting the area’s longstanding infrastructural neglect. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/15/tarai-records-highest-inflation-despite-production-advantage The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T08:03:51+05:45 Tarai records highest inflation despite production advantage Central bank data shows Madhesh Province leading price rise. Economists say weak supply systems and market distortions may be driving up costs in Nepal’s agricultural heartland. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/settlements-left-vulnerable-by-rising-leopard-incursions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T07:53:35+05:45 Settlements left vulnerable by rising leopard incursions Collective anxiety shapes daily life across eight local units in Bardiya as eight people have been killed in less than a year. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/15/the-postman-who-delivered-sound The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T07:53:00+05:45 FICTION: The postman who delivered sound Five years from now, an algorithm has muted Kathmandu. But one ageing postman continues to carry the sounds of bells, buses, rain, and memory—keeping alive what the system cannot erase. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/dalawa-residents-waiting-for-land-ownership-certificates-for-over-six-decades The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T07:46:35+05:45 Dalawa residents waiting for land ownership certificates for over six decades Every monsoon, they are forced to seek higher ground and live under tarpaulins for months to escape floods. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/15/painting-stories-one-stranger-at-a-time The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T07:40:18+05:45 Painting stories, one stranger at a time Ruth is only four or five years into painting, yet she speaks about the craft as though she has always lived inside it. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/can-madheshi-parties-make-a-political-comeback The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T07:37:32+05:45 Can Madheshi parties make a political comeback? Wiped off the election map, they can revive so long as the issue of marginalisation remains intact, analysts say. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/15/rsp-to-amend-charter-to-make-balendra-shah-prime-minister The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T07:28:08+05:45 RSP to amend charter to make Balendra Shah prime minister The PM candidate is said to be in favour of forming a Cabinet of around 15 members. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/15/prologue-to-a-new-era The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T05:43:11+05:45 Prologue to a new era The next government and opposition play vital roles in pulling the country out of difficult times. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/15/end-of-old-party-dominance The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T05:41:47+05:45 End of old party dominance RSP's future hinges on unity of leaders, governance capability and fulfillment of tall promises. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/15/the-next-five-years-won-t-be-easy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-15T05:41:42+05:45 The next five years won’t be easy RSP’s historic mandate meets a fractured world, an untested bureaucracy and a fragile economy. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/israel-continues-attacks-on-un-peacekeepers-in-lebanon The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T22:17:42+05:45 Israel continues attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon A shelter of a Nepal Army battalion was destroyed in Israeli airstrikes on Friday night. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/seven-indian-pilgrims-killed-in-manakamana-microbus-accident The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T22:05:34+05:45 Seven Indian pilgrims killed in Manakamana microbus accident Seven people injured in the accident have been taken to Anbukhaireni Hospital. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/14/fears-over-fuel-supply-boost-demand-for-electric-stoves The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T20:08:02+05:45 Fears over fuel supply boost demand for electric stoves Escalating tensions in West Asia raise concerns about gas shortages, prompting consumers to turn to induction hobs, rice cookers, and compatible cookware. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/14/north-korea-fires-10-ballistic-missiles-during-us-south-korea-military-drills The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T18:48:46+05:45 North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles during US-South Korea military drills On Thursday, South Korea’s Prime Minister Kim Min-seok met US President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss ways to reopen dialogue with the ​North. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/14/uml-finalises-candidates-for-16-pr-seats The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T17:02:44+05:45 UML finalises candidates for 16 PR seats Party secretariat meeting endorses list of proportional representation lawmakers. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/14/nepali-embassy-in-doha-urges-travellers-to-obtain-tourist-visa-when-returning-via-saudi-arabia The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T16:18:42+05:45 Nepali embassy in Doha urges travellers to obtain tourist visa when returning via Saudi Arabia Nepali nationals holding a valid residence permit in Qatar and intending to transit through Saudi airports are advised to apply for Saudi tourist visa. https://kathmandupost.com/nepali-diaspora/2026/03/14/uae-arrests-10-including-a-nepali-for-sharing-misleading-war-footage-online The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T14:01:22+05:45 UAE arrests 10, including a Nepali, for sharing misleading war footage online Authorities say suspects posted real interception videos and AI-generated clips of explosions. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/rsp-secretariat-meeting-postponed-to-sunday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T13:21:51+05:45 RSP secretariat meeting postponed to Sunday Meeting to discuss PR lawmaker selection and statute amendments now set for 10 am at party office. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/traditional-parties-suffer-major-setback-in-pr-vote The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T13:12:50+05:45 Traditional parties suffer major setback in PR vote Proportional data suggests erosion of institutional support for established parties despite strong candidate performances. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/14/booming-taiwan-can-well-afford-more-military-spending-president-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T12:49:11+05:45 Booming Taiwan can well afford more military spending, president says China views Taiwan as its own territory and has never renounced the use of force to take the island under its control. ⁠Lai ​rejects Beijing’s sovereignty claims, saying only the island’s people ​can decide their future. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/us-general-vowell-arriving-on-sunday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T11:26:46+05:45 US General Vowell arriving on Sunday On March 12, General Vowell held a meeting with Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and discussed avenues to further strengthen the India-US defence partnership, according to the Indian Army statement. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/14/germany-funds-four-community-development-projects-in-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T10:48:57+05:45 Germany funds four community development projects in Nepal The projects focus on empowering marginalised communities, improving livelihoods and strengthening social protection systems across several districts in Nepal. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/14/trump-threatens-to-strike-iran-s-kharg-island-oil-network-if-shipping-lanes-remain-blocked The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T09:57:40+05:45 Trump threatens to strike Iran’s Kharg Island oil network if shipping lanes remain blocked Iran continued to export crude oil while other producers in the Gulf halted their shipments for fear of Iranian attacks. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/14/events-march-14-to-march-20-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T09:21:24+05:45 EVENTS: March 14 to March 20, 2026 The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/14/today-s-weather-march-14-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T09:05:05+05:45 Today’s weather: March 14, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/14/keeping-nepalbhasa-and-ranjana-script-alive The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T08:55:02+05:45 Keeping Nepalbhasa and Ranjana script alive Through education, media, and digital initiatives, Nitu Dangol is working to revive Nepalbhasa and traditional scripts among younger learners. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/14/when-your-dreams-become-data The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T08:44:30+05:45 When your dreams become data What if an establishment manages to record your dreams, assessing if you’re a potential threat to society or not, and in the case of the former detain you? https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/14/bringing-together-poetry-music-and-spoken-word-narratives The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T08:32:36+05:45 Bringing together poetry, music and spoken-word narratives A 90-minute multilingual poetry-musical titled ‘Apwoh Misa: Marching On’ is happening at Shilpee Theatre. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/14/west-asia-tensions-could-rattle-nepal-s-economy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T08:00:06+05:45 West Asia tensions could rattle Nepal’s economy Experts warn prolonged conflict may fuel inflation, disrupt remittances, and heighten risks for migrant workers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/dhading-bus-accident-probe-panel-submits-report The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T07:55:45+05:45 Dhading bus accident probe panel submits report Recommends driver fatigue management system for public transport. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/nepal-stops-on-arrival-visas-for-iranians The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T07:49:57+05:45 Nepal stops on-arrival visas for Iranians Officials aim to curb potential influx of refugees as the Gulf conflict escalates. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/14/measles-is-spreading-across-baglung-dozens-of-children-hospitalised The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T07:40:41+05:45 Measles is spreading across Baglung, dozens of children hospitalised Several have high fever and some have developed pneumonia as a complication of measles. Ministry of Health asks aid agencies for emergency vaccine doses. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/madheshi-women-break-stereotypes-to-enter-parliament The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T07:24:17+05:45 Madheshi women break stereotypes to enter Parliament Three Madheshi women secured victories for the Rastriya Swatantra Party by wide margins in the March 5 polls. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/14/supreme-court-orders-probe-into-2019-killing-of-paudel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T07:19:58+05:45 Supreme Court orders probe into 2019 killing of Paudel Sarlahi police instructed to investigate ex-home minister Thapa and 11 others over the killing of the Maoist leader. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/14/can-nepal-men-s-football-team-bounce-back-under-new-coach-gugliermo-arena The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-14T07:14:55+05:45 Can Nepal men’s football team bounce back under new coach Gugliermo Arena? Avoiding bold predictions, the new head coach stresses belief and gradual improvement while assessing players ahead of the March FIFA Window. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/human-rights-commission-urges-govt-to-ensure-smooth-supply-of-petroleum-products The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T18:36:15+05:45 Human Rights Commission urges govt to ensure smooth supply of petroleum products The rights body found that the disruption in gas supply was due to transportation management issues at a few companies. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/consumers-queue-to-refill-empty-cylinders The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T17:46:58+05:45 Consumers queue to refill empty cylinders Rumours about possible shortage of petroleum products amid the West Asia war cause high demand. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/21-nepalis-forced-into-illegal-work-in-cambodia-repatriated The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T16:59:17+05:45 21 of 30 Nepalis rescued from Cambodia scam centres repatriated The victims were taken to Cambodia through illegal channels after being offered lucrative job promises by organised networks https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/pressure-piles-up-for-justice-for-inisa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T16:17:11+05:45 Pressure piles up for justice for Inisa Locals from Chadrapur in Rautahat resorted to protest to build pressure on the state to ensure the guilty would not escape punishment. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/ncp-coordinator-dahal-congratulates-lamichhane The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T15:05:07+05:45 NCP coordinator Dahal congratulates Lamichhane RSP won 182 seats in the 275-strong House of Representatives. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/passport-distribution-may-halt-for-few-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T14:14:15+05:45 Passport distribution may halt for a few days during system upgrade Officials have urged those whose passports expire within six months to apply soon under the current system to avoid delays during the transition. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/13/us-issues-30-day-sanctions-waiver-for-purchase-of-russian-oil-at-sea The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T09:56:08+05:45 US issues 30-day sanctions waiver for purchase of Russian oil at sea The US Treasury previously issued a 30‑day waiver on March 5 specifically for India, allowing ​New Delhi to buy Russian oil stuck at sea. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/13/the-thunderous-rhythm-of-dhime-baja The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T09:18:39+05:45 The thunderous rhythm of dhime baja From jatras to weddings, the traditional Newa drum continues to echo across Kathmandu, carried forward by youth, women, and cultural groups. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/13/bhaktapur-film-festival-from-march-20 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T09:12:06+05:45 Bhaktapur Film Festival from March 20 The two-day festival will showcase 24 films, offering a platform for independent filmmakers. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/13/today-s-weather-march-13-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T09:09:02+05:45 Today’s weather: March 13, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/13/guglielmo-arena-is-nepal-men-s-football-team-s-new-head-coach The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T08:39:41+05:45 Guglielmo Arena is Nepal men’s football team’s new head coach Arena signed the agreement with ANFA General Secretary Kiran Rai at the ANFA Complex in Satdobato, Lalitpur, on Thursday. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/13/patan-high-court-orders-anfa-to-rehear-three-star-dispute-properly The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T08:34:42+05:45 Patan High Court orders ANFA to rehear Three Star dispute ‘properly’ Three Star Club’s A Division status has not been reinstated yet. The court quashes disciplinary and appeal decisions, highlighting a lack of natural justice, and directs the footballing body to provide a proper hearing. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/13/nepse-this-week-1773368612 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T08:08:31+05:45 NEPSE this week Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/13/rsp-majority-expected-to-reduce-nepal-s-near-term-political-risk-fitch The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T08:06:27+05:45 RSP majority expected to reduce Nepal’s near-term political risk: Fitch The American-British credit rating agency says strong mandate could improve policy predictability and reform momentum, but warns weak implementation capacity may constrain results. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/as-peak-forest-fire-season-nears-concern-grows-over-worsening-air-pollution The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T07:41:04+05:45 As peak forest fire season nears, concern grows over worsening air pollution The NDRRMA has been without a focal person to oversee forest fire management for months. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/after-poll-rout-congress-and-uml-chiefs-face-calls-to-step-down The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T07:29:55+05:45 After poll rout, Congress and UML chiefs face calls to step down Nepali Congress has called a central committee meeting to review election results, but CPN-UML is still undecided on formal assessment. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/rsp-will-have-to-navigate-a-maze-of-foreign-policy-challenges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T07:11:18+05:45 RSP will have to navigate a maze of foreign policy challenges Balancing ties with India, China and the United States, and adapting to global shifts will test the Rastriya Swatantra Party’s promise of development diplomacy, say experts. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/13/inisa-bk-died-from-excessive-bleeding-after-sexual-assault-postmortem-confirms The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-13T07:05:43+05:45 Inisa BK died from excessive bleeding after sexual assault, postmortem confirms Protests erupt nationwide demanding justice for the Birendranagar teenager, who was found dead Saturday. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/development-spending-of-provincial-governments-remains-abysmal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T22:38:38+05:45 Development spending of provincial governments poor Political uncertainty, budget cuts and election preparations stall projects across the country. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/two-girls-die-one-missing-while-returning-from-wedding-feast The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T22:31:08+05:45 Two girls die, one missing while returning from wedding feast Their bodies were found on Sani Bheri river bank on Tuesday. Whereabouts of Sapana Oli, who was with the two, remains unknown. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/12/no-bigger-cause The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T20:04:28+05:45 No bigger cause Cutting air pollution that leads to suffering and deaths should be the new government's top priority. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/12/new-beginning-or-illusion-of-change The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T20:02:43+05:45 New beginning or illusion of change? Nepal is on the brink of change. Whether that change is positive remains uncertain. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/12/embracing-china-embracing-opportunities The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T20:01:07+05:45 Embracing China, embracing opportunities As we embark on the 15th Five-Year Plan, we welcome Nepal to join us in seizing ‘China Opportunity 2.0.’ https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/12/iranian-oil-flows-through-strait-of-hormuz-even-as-gulf-neighbours-exports-shut The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T19:41:48+05:45 Iranian oil flows through Strait of Hormuz even as Gulf neighbours’ exports shut Vessel tracking service Kpler pegged Iranian exports in the first 11 days of March even higher at about 16.5 million barrels. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/12/ethiopia-landslide-kills-at-least-52-people-regional-officials-say The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T19:30:38+05:45 Ethiopia landslide kills at least 52 people, regional officials say A photo posted on Facebook by the Ethiopian Broadcasting ​Corporation showed residents standing ​at the scene of the landslide, with parts of a nearby hillside ​stripped of vegetation and ​some people standing knee-deep in mud. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/12/half-filled-lpg-cylinders-to-be-sold-to-curb-panic-buying The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T18:02:06+05:45 Half-filled LPG cylinders to be sold to curb panic buying The corporation has decided to sell 7.1 kg of cooking gas effective from Friday, instead of the usual 14.2 kg. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/reliance-mills-share-price-surges-for-12-days-investors-reach-breakeven The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T16:12:57+05:45 Reliance Spinning Mills share price surges for 12 days, investors reach breakeven Analysts criticise revised NEPSE rule, claiming it penalises the growth-oriented companies. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/12/world-kidney-day-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T15:31:21+05:45 World Kidney Day 2026 Protecting the environment is therefore an essential strategy in preventing kidney disease. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/students-stages-protest-in-tulasipur-over-inisa-s-rape-and-murder The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T13:52:36+05:45 Students stages protest in Tulsipur over Inisa’s “rape and murder” They demand strict enforcement of laws against rape, murder. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/cib-team-reaches-surkhet-to-investigate-inisa-s-death The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T13:15:35+05:45 CIB team reaches Surkhet to investigate Inisa’s death Police say they will reach the final conclusion after the probe reports are received. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/inisa-death-body-remains-at-provincial-hospital-for-five-days The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T13:10:48+05:45 Inisa death: Body remains at provincial hospital for five days Family says it will not receive body until justice is delivered. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/12/six-vessels-attacked-in-gulf-strait-of-hormuz-as-war-puts-merchant-ships-on-front-lines The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T10:29:14+05:45 Six vessels attacked in Gulf, Strait of Hormuz as war puts merchant ships on front lines Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have said that if attacks on Iran continued, they would not allow “one litre of oil” to be shipped from the Middle East to the US, Israel or their partners. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/two-including-police-official-injured-in-incident-in-manahari The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T09:48:04+05:45 Two including police official injured in attack on police officer in Manahari Police say fire was opened in self-defence after attack on police official. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/12/oil-tankers-burn-near-iraq-as-iranian-strikes-defy-trump-s-claim-to-have-won-the-war The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T09:20:32+05:45 Oil tankers burn near Iraq as Iranian strikes defy Trump’s claim to have ‘won’ the war US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Trump had ‌authorized the release ⁠of 172 million barrels from the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve from next week. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/12/today-s-weather-march-11-2026-1773283900 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T08:36:39+05:45 Today’s weather: March 12, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/je-vaccination-for-35-residents-in-nawalarasi-east-begins-tomorrow The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T08:27:59+05:45 JE vaccination for 35+ residents in Nawalarasi East begins tomorrow Funding crunch forced the government to target only high-risk groups and just one district, say officials. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/congress-s-election-results-unexpected-will-be-discussed-in-party-says-sitaula The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T08:25:21+05:45 Congress’s election results unexpected, will be discussed in party, says Sitaula Another National Assembly member, Jitjung Basnet says holding the special general convention just before the polls had ruined the party’s prospects. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/voter-turnout-revised-to-60-percent-lowest-since-1991 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T08:13:11+05:45 Voter turnout revised to 60 percent, lowest since 1991 Six parties cross PR threshold to become national parties. RSP nears two-thirds majority. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/a-national-plan-would-be-needed-to-evacuate-nepalis-from-gulf-foreign-minister-sharma-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T08:08:51+05:45 A ‘national plan’ would be needed to evacuate Nepalis from Gulf, Foreign Minister Sharma says Sharma emphasises that if necessary, the state must rescue Nepali citizens at any cost. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/12/phantom-scarcity The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T08:00:18+05:45 Phantom scarcity We are a nation haunted by ghosts of past shortages. Yet there seems to be enough LPG for everyone. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/12/nepal-s-new-leadership-s-challenges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:56:52+05:45 Challenges of Nepal's new leadership A major test for Nepal’s new PM is pursuing development goals without getting caught in geopolitics. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/12/consistency-over-intensity-building-a-sustainable-fitness-routine The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:53:44+05:45 Consistency over intensity: Building a sustainable fitness routine Many people think they need intense workouts to see results, but what really matters is exercising regularly. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/12/rethinking-electoral-systems The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:50:33+05:45 Rethinking electoral systems Any reform must respect our geographic diversity, cultural pluralism and historical political evolution. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/defectors-from-established-parties-ride-rsp-wave-to-victory The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:33:43+05:45 Defectors from established parties ride RSP wave to victory Rastriya Swatantra Party’s FPTP wins saw 42 defectors knock seasoned leaders from major parties. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/12/a-canvas-turned-inward The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:32:03+05:45 A canvas turned inward At Kala Salon, Sangee Shrestha’s ‘Antardrishti’ explores memory and spirituality through bold colours, geometry and symbolism. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/12/nepal-set-for-fresh-fertiliser-crunch-as-iran-war-hits-supply-pushes-up-prices The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:19:56+05:45 Nepal set for fresh fertiliser crunch as Iran war hits supply, pushes up prices Conflict in West Asia is disrupting global fertiliser markets and threatening Nepal’s rice inputs ahead of crucial planting season. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/12/nepal-s-communists-lose-electoral-grip The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-12T07:12:42+05:45 Nepal’s communists lose electoral grip Left parties consistently enjoyed popular vote of around 40 percent, which has dropped to 21 percent this time. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/11/three-more-vessels-hit-by-projectiles-in-strait-of-hormuz-showing-merchant-ships-remain-in-firing-line The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T21:46:51+05:45 Three more vessels hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz, showing merchant ships remain in firing line Iran’s ​Revolutionary Guards have warned that any ship passing through the Strait will be targeted. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/ec-mulls-change-in-voter-education-strategy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T19:50:00+05:45 EC mulls change in voter education strategy More than five percent of votes under the first-past-the-post system were invalid in the House elections. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/no-immediate-need-to-evacuate-nepalis-from-gulf-region-says-mofa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T18:49:34+05:45 No immediate need to evacuate Nepalis from Gulf region, says MoFA Out of 15 Nepalis injured in Iran attack in the Gulf and Israel, 14 have returned to work after treatment. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/11/quick-witted-wife-saves-india-s-world-cup-hero-s-train-ruse The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T18:33:26+05:45 Quick-witted wife saves India’s World Cup hero’s train ruse While his companions boarded first, Dube slipped on at the last ​moment, made for his coach and climbed to the top berth, hoping for a quiet ‌eight-hour ride. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/ec-announces-closure-of-election-information-and-operations-centres The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T16:30:30+05:45 EC announces closure of election information and operations centres The commission set up the EEIC on December 26, 2025, to ensure the effective dissemination of election-related information to media organisations, stakeholders and voters. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/11/nepse-index-falls-46-78-points-as-market-decline-continues The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T16:02:34+05:45 NEPSE Index falls 46.78 points as market decline continues Turnover drops sharply to Rs13.18 billion on Wednesday. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/pr-vote-counting-completes-rsp-secures-highest-votes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T14:28:04+05:45 PR vote counting complete; RSP secures highest votes Final results awaiting as data entry continues: EC https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/11/air-strikes-reported-across-the-middle-east-iran-clamps-down-on-dissent The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T13:40:55+05:45 Air strikes reported across the Middle East, Iran clamps down on dissent The conflict has effectively blocked vital shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, halting the flow of one-fifth of the world’s fossil energy supplies from the petroleum-rich Gulf. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/family-launches-demonstrations-in-surkhet-over-death-of-teenage-girl The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T13:34:36+05:45 Family launches demonstrations in Surkhet over death of teenage girl Four arrested as family demands impartial investigation https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/11/gold-price-increases-rs-2-000-per-tola-to-trade-at-rs-319-000-today The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T12:50:14+05:45 Gold price increases Rs 2,000 per tola today to trade at Rs 319,000 Silver price remains unchanged https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/rsp-chief-lamichhane-s-election-expenses-stand-at-nearly-rs-1-million The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T11:45:31+05:45 RSP chief Lamichhane’s election expenses stand at nearly Rs 1 million Lamichhane submits polls spending details to EC https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/11/heaviest-day-of-strikes-yet-on-iran-despite-market-bets-that-war-will-end-soon The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T09:33:47+05:45 Heaviest day of strikes yet on Iran despite market bets that war will end soon Early on Wednesday, Iranian state media reported another round of attacks was unleashed on US military installations in Bahrain. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/budget-woes-stall-karnali-academy-of-health-sciences-expansion The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T09:29:51+05:45 Budget woes stall Karnali Academy of Health Sciences’ expansion Ambitious nine-year master plan envisions modern medical facilities and expanded healthcare for Karnali residents. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/11/what-i-watch-online-pavitra-gautam The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T09:07:49+05:45 What I Watch Online: Pavitra Gautam Gautam is the CEO and co-founder of Karkhana. He is an educator and entrepreneur. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/11/today-s-weather-march-11-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T09:02:05+05:45 Today’s weather: March 11, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/11/footballers-end-protest-after-deal-to-start-a-division-league-on-april-13 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T08:34:32+05:45 Footballers end protest after deal to start A Division League on April 13 Clubs feel left out and pressurised as they were not part of the agreement between players and ANFA to hold the remaining matches of the top-tier regularly from May 3. https://kathmandupost.com/health/2026/03/11/after-measles-hits-over-60-children-baglung-to-start-vaccination-friday The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T08:23:53+05:45 After measles hits over 60 children, Baglung to start vaccination Friday Officials target 7,000 children aged 10-19. Vaccination status of infected children unknown. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/11/the-human-story-behind-the-flood The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T08:14:24+05:45 The human story behind the flood Director Kim Byung-woo blends disaster cinema with philosophical inquiry in ‘The Great Flood’, where memory and AI blur the boundaries of human experience. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/is-rsp-leadership-hesitant-to-confirm-shah-as-pm The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T08:10:04+05:45 Is RSP leadership hesitant to confirm Shah as PM? While Lamichhane and Aryal’s remarks raise questions, lower-rung leaders say there is no question of deviating from the previous agreement. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/political-bastions-collapse-as-voters-embrace-new-faces-across-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T07:50:01+05:45 Political bastions collapse as voters embrace new faces across Nepal Long-established politicians were defeated and traditional parties displaced as RSP gained sweeping nationwide influence. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/11/rsp-eyes-prosperity-via-development-diplomacy The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T07:15:00+05:45 The new government wants to court India, China, and the West — without owing any of them The RSP calls it “development diplomacy.” Experts say it's an attempt to attract investment and aid without the political strings that have made MCC and BRI so controversial. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/11/kathmandu-frets-over-cooking-gas-but-oil-corporation-says-supply-normal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T07:05:00+05:45 Kathmandu frets over cooking gas, but oil corporation says supply normal Thailand, Vietnam, India and Bangladesh roll out energy-saving measures. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/11/foul-play-1773189355 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T06:20:55+05:45 Foul play We cannot expect gold-medal football performances on a copper-coin budget managed with leaden hands. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/11/when-the-bell-tolls The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T06:18:43+05:45 When the bell tolls Delivery will test whether the rabble-rousers can remain relevant amid mounting challenges. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/11/how-public-expectations-are-redefining-political-legitimacy-in-nepal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T06:17:19+05:45 How public expectations are redefining political legitimacy in Nepal Following decades of progress, the challenge today is making democratic governance effective. https://kathmandupost.com/opinion/2026/03/11/question-them The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-11T06:15:57+05:45 Question them Supporting the new government is vital but vigilance is needed to prevent yet another political disaster. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/al-qaeda-linked-group-killed-at-least-12-truck-drivers-in-mali-hrw-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T21:13:27+05:45 Al Qaeda-linked group killed at least 12 truck drivers in Mali, HRW says Malian military authorities have turned to armed escorts to ease ​a fuel supply blockade on the landlocked country imposed ​by the insurgents. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/10/what-is-the-acid-rain-in-the-wake-of-us-bombings-in-iran The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T19:43:06+05:45 What is the ‘acid rain’ in the wake of US bombings in Iran? This rain would include acids but also likely a host of other pollutants that are harmful to humans and the environment in the short and long term. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/hundreds-killed-in-haiti-drone-strikes-including-60-civilians-human-rights-watch-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T19:30:00+05:45 Hundreds killed in Haiti drone strikes, including 60 civilians, Human Rights Watch says The UN office in Haiti (BINUH) has also recorded dozens of civilian deaths and injuries from drones, including a mother of three killed while selling goods on the street. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/matrika-yadav-s-journey-from-peace-process-to-fourth-term-in-parliament The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T19:00:00+05:45 Matrika Yadav’s journey from peace process to fourth term in Parliament The candidacy of RSP candidate Kishori Sah Kamal was annulled in Dhanusha-1, though votes were still cast in his favour. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/indian-restaurants-warn-of-shutdowns-as-iran-war-makes-cooking-gas-scarce The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T18:20:27+05:45 Indian restaurants warn of shutdowns as Iran war makes cooking gas scarce The fuel shortage comes as the US-Israel war on Iran has halted ship traffic in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, driving up energy prices and transport costs, hitting exports and output from Gulf producers. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/four-arrested-in-connection-with-death-of-16-year-old-girl-in-surkhet The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T18:03:55+05:45 Four detained in Surkhet teen’s suspicious death The teenager was found unconscious at a community forest in Birendranagar-4. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/airlines-hike-ticket-prices-as-iran-war-propels-fuel-costs The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T17:30:35+05:45 Airlines hike ticket prices as Iran war propels fuel costs Airfares have soared on Asia-Europe routes ​due to airspace closures and capacity constraints, and Hong Kongs Cathay Pacific Airways (0293.HK) said on Tuesday it was adding extra flights to London and Zurich in March. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/10/trump-putin-talk-of-war-and-peace-as-us-weighs-easing-russian-oil-sanctions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T16:55:28+05:45 Trump, Putin talk of war and peace as US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions The move would be intended to boost world supplies of oil following disruptions to Middle East shipments but could also complicate US efforts to deprive Russia of revenue for its war in Ukraine. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/10/nepse-slips-32-points-as-investors-book-profits-after-monday-s-rally The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T16:21:31+05:45 Nepse slips 32 points as investors book profits after Monday’s rally Of the companies traded on Tuesday, share prices of 78 firms increased while 178 declined. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/finance-minister-khanal-returns-red-passport The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T15:25:49+05:45 Finance Minister Khanal returns ‘red passport’ Khanal 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-transformation The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T15:13:35+05:45 ADB approves $40 million concessional loan to boost Nepal’s digital transformation The 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-army The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T15:12:37+05:45 BTS returns and so does Army BTS' long-awaited reunion also spotlights the growing influence of modern fandoms in society and the role millions of Army played in shaping it https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/10/new-national-assembly-arithmetic-puts-check-on-lower-house-dominance The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T14:16:27+05:45 New National Assembly arithmetic puts check on lower house dominance Despite 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-mofa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T12:45:15+05:45 Nepalis in Gulf may return home via Saudi Arabia, says MoFA Nepali 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-strikes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T12:11:31+05:45 Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes At 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-harmful The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T08:53:15+05:45 When ambition becomes harmful Striving 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-10-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T08:44:42+05:45 Today’s weather: March 10, 2026 Stay 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-acne The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T08:36:51+05:45 How travel can trigger acne Keeping 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-israel The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T08:31:00+05:45 Iran bets on endurance, energy disruption to outlast US, Israel US 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-again The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T08:12:57+05:45 ANFA, footballers at loggerheads, once again With 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-elections The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T07:55:32+05:45 Vegetable prices fluctuate up to 200 percent in a month amid elections Commerce 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-ncp The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T07:41:59+05:45 Rastriya Janamorcha loses leftist bastion in Baglung despite poll alliance with NCP Chitra 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-week The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T07:34:50+05:45 Haze and pollution shroud Nepal for nearly a week Met 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-dhorpatan The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T07:29:53+05:45 18 infected in measles outbreak in Dhorpatan It 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-road The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T07:22:51+05:45 Supreme Court allows expansion of Birgunj main road The 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-politics The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-10T07:09:54+05:45 Balen Shah’s rise contributes to the fall of identity politics Most 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-success The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T22:12:37+05:45 Indian Prime Minister Modi congratulates RSP leaders on election success Modi 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-parliament The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T22:07:24+05:45 Youthquake in Parliament The 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-tests The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T22:04:59+05:45 Nepal’s majority moment: Opportunities and tests In Nepal, a strong majority government represents both an opportunity and a test. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/09/nepal-s-comatose-federalism The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T22:03:22+05:45 Nepal’s comatose federalism Subnational 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-tensions The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T19:32:50+05:45 Kathmandu Airport’s international flights drop sharply amid Gulf tensions Flight 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-count The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T18:49:43+05:45 RSP wins 125 FPTP seats, maintains wide lead in proportional representation vote count The 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-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T17:37:19+05:45 RSP candidate Sudhan Gurung wins from Gorkha-1 Gurung 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-congress The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T16:47:54+05:45 Nischal Rai wins Ilam-1 seat for Nepali Congress Rai 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-turkey The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T16:43:49+05:45 At least 14 dead after migrant boat crashes into coast guard vessel off southern Turkey Turkey 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-surge The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T16:38:29+05:45 Nepse closes after three circuit breakers triggered by six percent surge Benchmark 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-in The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T16:27:44+05:45 New National Assembly members sworn in NA 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-million The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T14:45:54+05:45 Balendra Shah’s election expenses total Rs1.4 million RSP 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-votes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T14:31:11+05:45 RSP maintains strong lead in FPTP seats and proportional votes RSP 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-rethink The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T12:53:15+05:45 Iran conflict forces central banks into sharp policy rethink Developed 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-country The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T09:34:58+05:45 Young representatives of a young country As 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-surges The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T08:55:25+05:45 Iran names Khamenei’s hardline son Mojtaba as new supreme leader, oil surges The 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-8-2026-1773024751 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T08:37:30+05:45 Today’s weather: March 9, 2026 Stay 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-deeply The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T08:25:18+05:45 Through art, she observes life more deeply From 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-museum The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T08:13:06+05:45 Kirtan artist Radhika Das to perform at Patan Museum The 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-majority The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T08:06:01+05:45 Old parties crumble as RSP heads for two-thirds majority Voters’ 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-labour The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:59:55+05:45 Women’s Day rally calls for protection of rights and recognition of unpaid labour Around 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-priority The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:43:52+05:45 Experts urge new government to make healthcare top priority Rising 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-convene The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:35:47+05:45 Parliament building still under construction. Where will new lawmakers convene? The building was originally scheduled to be ready by 2022, but work faced repeated delays, and officials plan a sixth extension. https://kathmandupost.com/interviews/2026/03/09/with-a-two-thirds-majority-for-a-party-the-argument-for-a-direct-executive-is-dead The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:31:44+05:45 With a two-thirds majority for a party, the argument for a direct executive is dead Such a supermajority means the government has no excuses. It will have the power to resolve everything within the parliament. https://kathmandupost.com/editorial/2026/03/09/five-years-for-balen The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:24:53+05:45 Five years for Balen Shah should be the new prime minister and allowed to rule for the full five years. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/09/for-whom-the-bell-tolls The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:22:10+05:45 For whom the bell tolls The ringing of bells offers Nepalis an opportunity to look ahead with fresh, renewed hope. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/09/rampant-india-complete-cricket-t20-world-cup-treble-nz-fall-short-again The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:22:03+05:45 Rampant India complete cricket T20 World Cup treble, NZ fall short again The victory will taste particularly sweet for India since it came at a venue where they were beaten by Australia in the final of the 50-overs World Cup three years ago. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/09/report-on-gen-z-protest-crackdown-could-be-implemented-in-stages The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-09T07:11:12+05:45 Report on Gen Z protest crackdown could be implemented ‘in stages’ Then police chief and Kathmandu CDO are among those implicated, sources say. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-wins-124-seats-leads-in-one-more-dominates-proportional-vote The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T22:42:23+05:45 RSP wins 124 seats, leads in one more; dominates proportional vote Nepali Congress wins 17 seats and leads in one constituency, while UML secures eight seats and leads in one. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/ec-directs-deferral-in-result-announcement-in-dhanusha-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T22:17:09+05:45 EC directs deferral of result announcement in Dhanusha-1 Commission orders returning officer to withhold winner’s announcement until Supreme Court ruling on disqualified RSP candidate. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-candidate-parasmani-gelal-wins-from-udayapur-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T21:36:09+05:45 RSP candidate Parasmani Gelal wins from Udayapur-1 Gelal maintained a clear lead from the beginning of the vote count and secured a comfortable victory. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-candidate-pokharel-wins-from-bardiya-2 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T20:03:02+05:45 RSP candidate Pokharel wins from Bardiya-2 Pokharel defeats Nepali Congress rival Kishor Rathour. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/13-of-16-rsp-women-candidates-record-historic-electoral-success The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T18:55:16+05:45 13 of 16 RSP women candidates record electoral success Political parties are often criticised for fielding women candidates in constituencies where their chances of victory are considered slim. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-leads-with-120-seats-dominates-proportional-vote-with-2-5-million-ballots The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T18:40:19+05:45 RSP leads with 120 seats, dominates proportional vote with 2.5 million ballots Nepali Congress secures 17 seats, UML and Nepali Communist Party win seven seats each. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/08/panel-picking-iran-s-supreme-leader-has-reached-consensus-member-says The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T17:12:44+05:45 Panel picking Iran’s supreme leader has reached consensus, member says Iranian media said the group had a minor disagreement over whether they would need to meet in person to issue ​their final decision, or bypass this formality. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-candidate-budhathoki-wins-from-ramechhap-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T17:03:22+05:45 RSP candidate Budhathoki wins from Ramechhap-1 Budhathoki defeats UML rival Madhav Prasad Dhungel by a margin of 7,199 votes in the latest parliamentary count. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/congress-candidate-shahi-secures-victory-in-mugu The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T16:14:58+05:45 Congress candidate Shahi secures victory in Mugu Shahi defeats UML rival Purna Bahadur Rokaya by a margin of 1,196 votes in the latest parliamentary count. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-leads-with-119-seats-in-election-results The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T15:57:42+05:45 RSP leads with 119 seats in election results Nepali Congress secures 17 seats; UML and Nepali Communist Party win seven each as RSP dominates proportional vote. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/winning-either-way-amresh-kumar-singh-s-political-story The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T15:16:57+05:45 Winning either way: Amresh Kumar Singh’s political story Congress president Thapa suffers a major electoral setback as Singh wins comfortably in Sarlahi-4. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/08/harka-sampang-wins-sunsari-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T13:40:44+05:45 Harka Sampang wins Sunsari-1 The Shram Sanskriti Party chair defeats Rastriya Swatantra Party’s Goma Tamang. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/karki-led-commission-submits-report The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T12:47:50+05:45 Karki-led commission submits report on Gen Z uprising Prime Minister Sushila Karki says she will study the commission’s report with the home minister, implement its recommendations, and decide on public disclosure. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/08/how-the-iran-war-could-create-a-fertiliser-shock The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T12:46:27+05:45 How the Iran war could create a ‘fertiliser shock’ A closure of the strait would threaten not only oil and gas exports but also the physical flow of nitrogen-based fertilisers and what is needed to make them. https://kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/03/08/russell-and-mercedes-dominate-australian-grand-prix The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T12:28:10+05:45 Russell and Mercedes dominate Australian Grand Prix It was a tough day ​for McLaren, with home hero Oscar Piastri’s race over before it begun with a crash during ⁠a reconnaissance lap some 40 minutes before the start. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/08/trump-rejects-settling-iran-war-raises-prospect-of-killing-all-its-potential-leaders The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T12:18:30+05:45 Trump rejects settling Iran war, raises prospect of killing all its potential leaders Iranian attacks have killed 10 people in Israel. At least six US service members have been killed. Their remains arrived on Saturday at an Air Force base in Delaware. https://kathmandupost.com/sudurpaschim-province/2026/03/08/janak-giri-wins-bajura-seat The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T12:06:55+05:45 Janak Giri wins Bajura seat The Congress candidate defeats UML’s Lal Bahadur Thapa by 540 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-secures-over-half-of-votes-in-pr-count The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T12:00:29+05:45 RSP secures over half of votes in PR count Party accounts for about 50.2 percent of votes counted so far, far ahead of Congress and UML. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/08/rsp-s-bishwaraj-pokharel-wins-okhaldhunga-by-five-votes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T11:23:54+05:45 RSP’s Bishwaraj Pokharel wins Okhaldhunga by five votes Former AIG defeats Nepali Congress candidate Kumar Luitel in a razor-thin contest. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/03/08/rsp-s-amarkanta-chaudhary-defeats-upendra-yadav-in-saptari-3 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T11:19:18+05:45 RSP’s Amarkanta Chaudhary defeats Upendra Yadav in Saptari-3 Chaudhary secures 32,875 votes, beating the JSP-N chair by over 17,000 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/lalitpur/2026/03/08/rsp-s-jagdish-kharel-wins-lalitpur-2-by-wide-margin The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T11:15:31+05:45 RSP’s Jagdish Kharel wins Lalitpur-2 by wide margin Former communications minister secures 39,491 votes, defeating Nepali Congress rival Prem Krishna Maharjan. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/08/one-week-into-iran-war-the-dangers-for-the-us-and-trump-multiply The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T09:32:30+05:45 One week into Iran war, the dangers for the US and Trump multiply After the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and major strikes on Iranian forces, the crisis has expanded into a regional conflict that could prolong US military involvement beyond Trump’s control. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/03/08/no-pressure-no-fun-for-india-captain-suryakumar-ahead-of-t20-world-cup-final The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T09:17:56+05:45 No pressure, no fun for India captain Suryakumar ahead of T20 World Cup final India aim to become the first team to retain the T20 World Cup, facing a strong New Zealand side and the pressure of expectations from 1.4 billion fans. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/03/08/rsp-s-shambhu-yadav-wins-siraha-3-seat The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T09:13:50+05:45 RSP’s Shambhu Yadav wins Siraha-3 seat Yadav defeats nearest rival Lilanath Shrestha of UML by over 22,000 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/03/08/saudi-has-told-iran-not-to-attack-it-warns-of-possible-retaliation The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T08:43:02+05:45 Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation Two days earlier, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and set out Riyadh’s position with clarity, the sources said. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/08/give-to-gain-the-hidden-labour-of-women The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T08:24:44+05:45 ‘Give to Gain’: The hidden labour of women This year’s International Women’s Day theme, ‘Give to Gain’, highlights how supporting women at home, in workplaces, and in communities—amplifies their contributions, creating ripple effects that strengthen families and society. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/shram-sanskriti-party-wins-first-parliamentary-seat-in-khotang The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T08:14:38+05:45 Shram Sanskriti Party wins first parliamentary seat in Khotang Aaren Rai secures 16,612 votes, defeating rivals. https://kathmandupost.com/art-culture/2026/03/08/budget-friendly-neighbourhoods-for-nepali-students-in-montreal The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T08:08:19+05:45 Budget-friendly neighbourhoods for Nepali students in Montreal From campus hubs to distant suburbs, a map of where students can live well in this Canadian city. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-5/2026/03/08/rsp-s-bikram-khanal-stuns-binod-chaudhary-in-nawalparasi-west-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T08:06:56+05:45 RSP’s Bikram Khanal stuns Binod Chaudhary in Nawalparasi West-1 Khanal wins with 45,241 votes, defeating former lawmaker and billionaire Chaudhary by 35,739 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/legacy-parties-see-big-dip-in-public-trust The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T07:48:24+05:45 Legacy parties see big dip in public trust Election results signal a dramatic shift as voters turn away from established parties to alternative political forces. https://kathmandupost.com/weather/2026/03/08/today-s-weather-march-8-2026 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T07:33:00+05:45 Today’s weather: March 8, 2026 Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/03/08/nepal-s-plywood-exports-plunge-46-8-percent-amid-delay-in-indian-quality-certification The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T07:31:29+05:45 Nepal’s plywood exports plunge 46.8 percent amid delay in Indian quality certification Manufacturers say late renewal of BIS certificate stalled shipments to India for months, slashing export earnings in the current fiscal year. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/08/rsp-crosses-one-million-votes-in-pr-tally The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T07:06:42+05:45 RSP secures 100 FPTP seats, crosses one million PR votes Counting shows RSP leading decisively, Congress and UML far behind. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/08/nepali-communist-party-s-dhan-bahadur-budha-wins-dolpa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T06:58:13+05:45 Nepali Communist Party’s Dhan Bahadur Budha wins Dolpa Secures fourth consecutive victory, defeating UML’s Lanka Bahadur Rokaya by 1,406 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-2/2026/03/08/ramakanta-prasad-chaurasiya-wins-parsa-3 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T06:54:13+05:45 Ramakanta Prasad Chaurasiya wins Parsa-3 The RSP candidate defeats Nepali Congress’ Surendra Prasad Chaudhary by 13,313 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/province-no-1/2026/03/08/rsp-s-surya-tamang-wins-udayapur-2 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T06:51:08+05:45 RSP’s Surya Tamang wins Udayapur-2 Defeats UML’s Ambar Rayamajhi by 7,154 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/08/major-leaders-of-traditional-parties-lose-election The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T06:44:53+05:45 Major leaders of traditional parties lose election This reality check gives old parties chance to introspect, accept the outcome and seriously work on reforms, analyst says. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/08/balendra-shah-s-thumping-win-caps-another-big-day-for-rsp The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T05:57:24+05:45 Balendra Shah’s thumping win caps another big day for RSP Kathmandu’s former mayor secured 68,348 votes, defeating Oli by nearly 50,000 votes and bolstering his chances of becoming prime minister. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/08/gagan-thapa-loses-seat-to-rsp-s-amresh-kumar-singh-in-sarlahi-4 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-08T05:50:11+05:45 Gagan Thapa loses seat to RSP’s Amresh Kumar Singh in Sarlahi-4 Singh wins by 12,857 votes, ending Thapa’s 18-year parliamentary run. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/rsp-extends-lead-in-both-fptp-and-proportional-votes The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T23:28:37+05:45 RSP extends lead in both FPTP and proportional votes Party wins 78 constituencies, leads in 44 others. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/congress-wins-palpa-1-after-34-years The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T22:53:17+05:45 Congress wins Palpa-1 after 34 years Sandeep Rana defeats UML’s Narayan Acharya, ending the party’s decades-long hold in the constituency. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/rsp-candidates-win-morang-1-mahottari-2-and-nawalparasi-east-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T22:23:33+05:45 RSP candidates win Morang-1, Mahottari-2 and Nawalparasi East-1 Yagya Mani Neupane, Dipak Kumar Sah and Rajan Gautam secure victories from their constituencies. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/rsp-candidates-win-dang-3-dhading-2-and-siraha-2 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T22:06:35+05:45 RSP candidates win Dang-3, Dhading-2 and Siraha-2 Kamal Subedi, Bodh Narayan Shrestha and Shiv Yadav secure decisive victories for the party from Dang, Dhading and Siraha, respectively. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/07/no-country-for-women-1772899395 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T21:48:15+05:45 No country for women The path to public positions for women remains blocked by patriarchal gatekeeping and a ‘culture of ‘tokenism’. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/07/empowering-rural-women The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T21:46:01+05:45 Empowering rural women Rural women farmers must be recognised as rights-holders with equal claim to opportunities and resources. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/03/07/for-a-more-equal-world The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T21:42:37+05:45 For a more equal world Gender inequality is the greatest human rights challenge of our time. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/amresh-kumar-singh-extends-lead-against-gagan-thapa-in-sarlahi-4 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T21:36:54+05:45 Amresh Kumar Singh extends lead against Gagan Thapa in Sarlahi-4 Singh had previously been elected twice from the constituency as a Nepali Congress candidate and again in 2022 as an independent. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/07/rsp-surges-ahead-in-fptp-and-proportional-vote-counts-1772896154 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T20:54:13+05:45 RSP surges ahead in FPTP and proportional vote counts Party wins 62 seats and leads in 60 constituencies as Balendra Shah defeats UML chair KP Sharma Oli in Jhapa-5 by nearly 50,000 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/03/07/counting-for-fptp-seats-nearly-over-how-will-pr-seats-be-allocated-now The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T20:33:44+05:45 Counting for FPTP seats nearly done, how will PR lawmakers be chosen? After getting seat allotments, parties elect lawmakers from closed lists they have submitted to the commission. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/barshaman-pun-wins-from-rolpa The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T19:51:21+05:45 Barshaman Pun wins from Rolpa Former finance minister secures 27,460 votes, defeating Congress candidate Sudan Kumar Oli by 15,452 votes. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/rabi-lamichhane-wins-chitwan-2-by-wide-margin The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T19:32:10+05:45 Rabi Lamichhane wins from Chitwan-2 by wide margin RSP chair secures 54,402 votes as Congress candidate Mina Kumari Kharel trails with 14,564. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/congress-abhishek-pratap-shah-wins-kapilvastu-3 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T19:20:49+05:45 Congress’ Abhishek Pratap Shah wins Kapilvastu-3 Shah secures 23,535 votes, defeating RSP’s Prakash Rajouriya and UML’s Birendra Kumar Kanodia. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/rsp-surges-ahead-in-fptp-and-proportional-vote-counts The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T18:45:45+05:45 RSP surges ahead in FPTP and proportional vote counts RSP has won 61 FPTP seats and is leading in another 61 constituencies, maintaining its stronghold in the ongoing elections. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/balendra-shah-defeats-uml-chair-oli-in-jhapa-5 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T18:26:51+05:45 Balendra Shah defeats UML chair Oli in Jhapa-5 Kathmandu’s former mayor secures 68,348 votes, defeating Oli by nearly 50,000 votes and emerging as RSP’s prime ministerial candidate. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/03/07/congress-candidate-khadka-wins-surkhet-1 The Kathmandu Post en 2026-03-07T18:06:07+05:45 Congress candidate Khadka wins Surkhet-1 Khadka defeats UML’s Dhruv Bahadur Shahi by a wide margin.