Adwitya Thapa

The author is a Professor at the Centre for Himalayan Studies, University of North Bengal. His area of specialisation is International Relations, He is an alumni of Jadavpur University and St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata. He areas of interest involve International Security, Foreign Policy in South Asia and India’s engagement in the Himalayan Neighbourhood. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not represent the stand of this publication.

Opinion

Nepal votes for change: RSP landslide signals a generational shift

Rastriya Swatantra Party wins big in Nepal’s election, securing 182 seats and signalling a youth-driven shift. Led by Balendra Shah,...

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March 5 polls and the battle for Nepal’s future

On March 5, Nepal voted in what many see as a defining election shaped by the Gen Z uprising and...

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Nepal gears up for pivotal 2026 national elections

Nepal is preparing for its pivotal 2026 national elections, with over 17.9 million voters set to cast ballots under the...

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Rising voices for Monarchy in Nepal: From abolition to calls for reinstatement

Kathmandu's pro-monarchy protests reveal deep disillusionment with Nepal’s democracy, blending nostalgia for stability with debates over national identity and governance.

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