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The rise of the red
After two nights and one day of vote counting, it looks like the Left Alliance will not only win an absolute majority, but could also secure a two-thirds
Elections are a life-line
Interview with NC leader Gagan Thapa in Himal Khabarpatrika, 29 Oct-5 Nov
Shadow government
The main opposition party can show a leadership role in pushing new amendments that address the grievances of the marginalised while at the same time safeguarding national unity.
Getting to the other side
Despite lack of conviction that local elections will improve lives, people cross swollen rivers to vote.
Shadow over elections
Sunday’s political drama unfolded at a time when the ruling coalition struggled to secure a two-thirds majority to pass the constitution amendment bill.
With or without
The common people in Birganj are not that concerned about the amendment. But they will not vote if there is fear of violence.
Election dates, not elections
PM Dahal needs to show he wants elections, otherwise the NC and UML could gang up against him.
