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South Asia is a story of promise and peril where Asia’s conflicting forces of modernity and reaction meet head on. Home to a multitude of different cultures, ethnicities, and religions, The Diplomat's regional correspondents and experts will provide the insight you need to navigate one of the world's most consequential regions.
The BJP Has the Edge in the Electoral Race in Uttar Pradesh
By Kavita Chowdhury
However, its principal challenger, the Samajwadi Party, could still stage an upset.
China Steps Up Activity Along Himalayan Borders as Land Border Law Comes Into Effect
By Liam Gibson
The new law is a tool for Beijing to further expand its sovereignty into its neighbors’ domains.
Imran Khan in Russia and Washington’s Intellectual Crisis
By Hussain Nadim
Prime Minister Khan’s visit to Russia may or may not be a good idea but the critique of the American intellectual elite reflects a deep-rooted colonial mindset.
Pakistan’s Opposition Prepares for No-Confidence Move Against PM Imran Khan
By Umair Jamal
Where the military stands on the question of Khan’s removal is unclear at this stage.
Sri Lanka Imposes Power Cuts as Cash Crisis Deepens
By Bharatha Mallawarachi
A currency crunch has hindered imports of fuel and other essentials from overseas, including milk powder, cooking gas, and petrol.
Pakistan’s Imran Khan Heads to Russia Amid Ukraine Invasion Fears
By Associated Press
The crisis in Ukraine threatens to overshadow the first trip to Russia by a Pakistani prime minister in 23 years.
India Sends Wheat to Afghanistan After Deal With Pakistan
By Associated Press
Afghan trucks are ferrying some 50,000 tons of wheat and medicines overland via Pakistan.
India’s Place in the New US Indo-Pacific Strategy
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
New Delhi finds a prominent place in the strategy’s focus on Washington’s network of allies and partners across the Indo-Pacific.
Farmer Anger Will Test Modi as Punjab, India’s ‘Grain Bowl,’ Votes
By Sheikh Saaliq
Protesting farmers forced Modi to repeal controversial farm laws last year. Will they defeat him now in the state assembly election?
Largest Ever Consignment of Counterfeit Indian Currency Confiscated in Bangladesh
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Not only is Bangladesh an important conduit for fake Indian currency, but counterfeit notes are also being printed there, a recent investigation reveals.
India Appoints 1st National Maritime Security Coordinator
By Anil Jai Singh
India’s destiny is firmly anchored in the maritime domain.
The Chinese Threat to Lower Brahmaputra Riparians India and Bangladesh
By Jaideep Saikia
The plan to divert the waters of Brahmaputra would affect over 140 million people who are dependent on the river.