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A 1977 Janata moment in Nepal's political life

India, March 21 -- I remember the euphoria that followed the announcement of the results of the 1977 elections. Even 50 years have not dulled that sentiment. The Emergency had ended, and the pall of d... Read More


Beware the ides of March, but don't fear the inevitable

India, March 14 -- In case you haven't noticed, today is the ides of March. I can't say I'm superstitious but I am aware it's a day when often remarkable things have happened. Yet my research suggests... Read More


Fallacy of parental consent in marriage

India, March 7 -- Do adult Indians have the right to marry whoever they want without parental permission? That may sound like a rhetorical question, but it could soon become a legal issue. Of course, ... Read More