Nepali politicians old and new are competing to pay homage to the BJP’s brand of religious politics.

How it is getting increasingly harder for Nepal to talk to and deal with its northern neighbour.

Holding the decisive votes, Dahal was the kingmaker. Delhi thought ‘they could do business’ with him.

Nepali politics is so volatile that it is hard to predict what will happen in six months, much less four years.

Mismatch of more reliance on India and people’s desire to break free of its embrace could turn ugly.

Can the party develop a loyal cadre base that can work for the long haul without seeking immediate personal gains?

American, Indian and Chinese representatives will start sniping at each other, as Nepal looks on helplessly.

Cooperation between Nepal and other nations, such as the US and India, should be conducted on a basis of equality.