Prachanda lived up to some expectations in Nepal, but his successor faces a tougher fight

The key issue of amending the constitution to meet the demands of agitating madhesis and other groups remains unadressed.

Gyanu Adhikari

· May 25, 2017 · 06:30 pm

On new year's eve, no signs of hope for Nepal beleaguered by earthquake and blockade

The $4 billion pledged by donors for earthquake relief lies unspent, and while the Nepalese and Indian governments trade allegations, the plight of the poor keeps getting worse.

Gyanu Adhikari

· Dec 31, 2015 · 03:30 pm

Dismissing the protesters in Nepal as Delhi’s puppets will prove harmful for Nepal

By blaming the blockade on Delhi, Nepal is ignoring the genuine demands for federalism from its own citizens.

Gyanu Adhikari

· Oct 30, 2015 · 02:30 pm

Between the blockade and the unrest: A humanitarian crisis is brewing in Nepal

With supplies running out and talks not offering much hope, there is not much cheer for the approaching festival time.

Gyanu Adhikari

· Oct 08, 2015 · 02:30 pm

India’s ‘blockade’ of Nepal border tears an already divided nation

The shutdown of the transit points has caused food and fuel shortages. Is it helping the Madhesi movement or hurting Nepal on the whole?

Gyanu Adhikari

· Sep 28, 2015 · 11:30 am

Nepal's new constitution comes into force on Sunday, but minorities say it privileges Hindus

The new statute claims to enshrine secularism but states that it will protect Sanatan religion culture.

Gyanu Adhikari

· Sep 20, 2015 · 10:30 am

Nepal’s revolution to demolish caste structures is dead

The new constitution reverts power into the hands of upper caste men, leaving behind the marginalised like the Dalits and the indigenous.

Gyanu Adhikari

· Aug 18, 2015 · 07:30 pm