Clearly, all is not well when it comes to UN involvement in Nepal's troubles. Despite the recent growing involvement of the world body, the Royal regime and powerful international actors continue to see the UN as a spoiler in the conflict.

BY Suman Pradhan 28 July 2005

Nepal's three-sided conflict is clearly worsening as an active monarchy steadily wipes out the political middle ground represented by the democratic parties and civil society.

BY Suman Pradhan 20 April 2005