India-Nepal relations

Continued political instability could allow external powers to increase their influence in the country's political landscape.

Despite the scheme having major implications for Nepal and Nepal-India relations, India hardly consulted Kathmandu while devising the plan.

Its invitation to Maoist Center chief Dahal signals that it is willing to build bonds even with those it differs ideologically.

The two countries share strong cultural, religious, political, and economic ties. The same issues can pull them apart.

The Indian prime minister’s religious diplomacy could make Nepal a pawn in India’s domestic politics, even make it appear complicit in BJP’s communal politics.

The choice to visit Lumbini for Buddha's birthday was carefully crafted both religiously and geopolitically.

Nepal has shifted more toward India and the United States under the Deuba government, sparking concern from Beijing.

The Varanasi leg of the Nepali PM’s visit to India was aimed at taking the wind off the sails of both Hindu nationalists and the main opposition back home.

Indian Prime Minister Modi spoke of a road through disputed Lipulekh with an eye on Hindu votes. It could deepen anti-India nationalism in Nepal.

How did a grant from the United States turn into a years-long political battle in Kathmandu?

Since Deuba came to power in July, there have been several rounds of interactions between the two side, but no top-level visits to date.