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Tag: democracy

  • Importance of Being Girija

    Girija Prasad Koirala, the PM designate, has accepted the greatest challenge of his political career. His performance and delivery in coming days will eventually write the leadline of his obituary. Flowers and Thorns: Koirala has a history of a beleaguered PM and an appealing opposition leader Pic by Prakash Mathema By Deepak Adhikari When Seven…

  • King Renounces, All Eyes on SPA

    By Deepak Adhikari Midnight Celebrations: People in Anamnagar after the address Pic by Bijay Kumar Son When at the middle of the night, people started sloganeering in Ghattekulo area, I awoke, thinking that it was just another protest for democracy. But, lo and behold, it was a celebration of people’s power; they were enthralled by…

  • Eve of Final Protests Through Lens

    Photos By Rajaram Gautam A boy looks on as a protester adds fire

  • General Strike Day XIX

    As the general strike enters the 19th day, protesters seemed a bit tired which is why there was less participation today. But, the spirit is still high and we can say that they are preparing for tomorrow’s final protests. By Deepak Adhikari and Sarojraj Adhikari Banasthali Burning Pics by Rajaram Gautam Shankhamul, 12:30 Some 30…

  • April 23 Protests on Photos

    Photos by Rajkumar Shrestha Futile Fencing: Policemen prevent protesters

  • General Strike Day XVIII

    Today’s protests saw infiltration of vigilantes while NC leader Girija Prasad Koirala and UML General Secretary Madhav Nepal have announced that they will attend a mass meet on Tuesday that will circle the Ring Road and make an announcement of capturing the inner parts of Kathmandu. No Entry Sign: Today’s strike witnessed incidents of loot…

  • Don't Forget Their Blood

    Martyrs of Janaadolan-II: Here is a list, prepared by eKantipur, of those brave Nepali people who lost their lives while fighting for our freedom. KATHMANDU, April 22 – On Friday, the 16th day of the Janaandolan-II, the capital witnessed what arguably is the demonstration by largest numbers of people. But at least 15 persons had…