Nepal

Maoist leader Prachanda ready to talk to King for 'graceful removal of monarchy'

PrachandaKathmandu, Apr. 19 : Maoist Chairman Prachanda has said that in order to facilitate the creation of a republic in Nepal, he is ready to talk to King Gyanendra to bring about a graceful removal of monarchy.

Prachanda told the Kantipur daily that he has started initiatives by talking with other political parties and diplomatic missions.

"The King will not be removed forcefully or dishonourably. We have started talks with people close to the King," he said.

Nepal poll panel to announce results in about ten days

Kathmandu, Apr 18 : The Election Commission (EC) of Nepal on Friday said that the final results of the proportional electoral (PR) system could be declared in about ten days.

Tibetan demonstrators detained near Chinese embassy in Kathmandu

Kathmandu  - Nepalese police Thursday broke up demonstrations by Tibetan exiles near the Chinese embassy in the Nepalese capital Kathmandu and detained about 30 protestors.

Major coalition partner quits Nepal's government

Kathmandu  - One of the major coalition partners in Nepal's interim government quit Wednesday, citing its poor showing in last week's elections.

UML quits Nepal govt; Koirala urges it to reconsider its decision

India Nepal BoarderKathmandu, Apr 16: After its defeat in the Consti

EU observers commend Nepal on successful elections

Eurpeon Union LogoKathmandu, Apr.

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