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Nepal’s Curious Lumbini Imbroglio
Money has poured into Lumbini, but there is little to show for it. Minor archaeological work was followed by the construction of a hideous cement temple at the site.
Nepal’s Maoists Reshuffle Leadership Posts
The process of writing a new constitution has been grinding on at snail's pace for more than three years, and the deadline for promulgation has been extended twice. Previously that has been largely caused by bickering between the parties.
Nepal’s Political Factionalism Affects Labor Relations
Infighting between and within Nepal's political parties has spilled over into labor union negotiations. In Nepal all unions are affiliated with a political party or, in the case of the Maoist-affiliated unions, a faction of a party.
Nepal Celebrates The Buddha’s Birth: Orange Moon
As the orange full moon of May rose over Nepal Monday night, the country's Buddhists began to celebrate Buddha Jayanti, the commemoration of his birth.
Public Cynicism May Spell End of Nepal’s Constituent Assembly
Fresh elections may not solve the country's problems though. The same poll suggests that Nepalis place little faith in any of the parties. Congress garners support from 22 percent of respondents, the Maoists from 20 percent, and the UML from just o
