Or is it waiting for Prachanda? That's what waiting for peace seems to have become. As fpr the possibilities of a peaceful and credible election process? Well, for that you again need the Maoists on the negotiation table...

BY Keshab Poudel 19 January 2005

With no visible indication of an early resumption of the peace process, secret moves and countermoves persist on both sides with the aim of securing an advantage in the conflict, while violence escalates across the country.

BY Keshab Poudel 8 December 2004

Despite Deuba's appointment, Nepal's rural hinterland remains outside the authority of the state apparatus and lacks the presence of elected representatives to govern the areas.

BY Keshab Poudel 8 June 2004