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Fears of violence as Nepal cracks down on Maoist splinter group

Up to 100 members of Communist Party of Nepal jailed as faction blasts government’s dialogue efforts.

Nepalese policemen charge at members of a splinter faction of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal Maoist during a protest in Katmandu, Nepal, Saturday, March 16, 2013. Police in Nepal''s capital have

Access to Chinese ports a ‘huge deal’ for Nepal

Nepal granted access to Chinese ports in a move that will end New Delhi’s monopoly over Kathmandu’s trade routes.

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Modi uses soft power to mend ties with Nepal

Indian prime minister highlights religious and cultural linkages between the two neighbours during his two-day trip.

India''s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Nepal

Feuding among Nepal’s communists threatens merger

Analysts say ruling communist party and its junior ally, the Maoists, are ‘in permanent chaos’ over governance.

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Nepal: Former revolutionary sworn in as prime minister

Communist party member who spent 14 years in jail becomes Nepal’s 41st prime minister with many challenges ahead.

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The case against: Can journalists be activists?

The activist-journalist tries to influence debate, whereas a journalist helps to create an informed discussion.

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UNICEF sounds Nepal warning as harsh winter looms

Government blames “Indian blockade” for shortages in country hit by devastating earthquake earlier this year.

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Bleak outlook for Nepal’s urban refugees

Sit-in protests in Kathmandu by over 100 people aim to compel UNHCR to drop proposal to cut monthly allowances.

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Can Modi break the ice?

Amid reservations, Narendra Modi’s visit to Kathmandu aims to boost economic ties and rebuild trust between two nations.

Some analysts feel that the excitement over Indian PM's visit exposes Nepal's weaknesses [Harish Tyagi - EPA]

India-Nepal ties in balance

Observers debate implications for Himalayan nation in wake of election victory while others dream of Hindu revival.

Maoist leader Prachanda was elected as the first Prime Minister in post-monarchy Nepal in 2008 [EPA]