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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.
India Successfully Tests Nuclear-Capable Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
By Ankit Panda
On Monday, India tested its Agni-V missile for the fourth time.
South Asia’s Changing Landscape in 2016
By Harsh V. Pant
The year 2016 has been a year of dramatic changes which are only likely to gain further momentum in the coming years.
India: Demonetization and Natural Disaster
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
India's decision to demonetize high value currency has hampered natural disaster recovery efforts in Tamil Nadu.
How Pakistan Is Fighting Crime and Corruption With Technology
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan has successfully been using new technology to improve good governance and combat crime in the country.
The Real Reason Bajwa Was Appointed Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff
By Bahauddin Foizee
Is the selection of General Bajwa intended to fulfill China’s CPEC dream?
Does Islamic State Have a Future in the AfPak Region?
By Daud Khattak
The Islamic State's South Asia branch looks doomed to fail.
India's Demonetization: Can the Opposition Parties Still Stop it?
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
It just became much harder to offer a concentrated takedown of demonetization.
Revealed: Canadian Links to Extremist Networks in Bangladesh
By Genevieve Zingg
Canadian links to ISIS militants in Dhaka highlight the increasing transnationalism of terrorism in Bangladesh.
Why the India-Russia Relationship Works
By Aparna Pande and Hannah Thoburn
What has kept this old friendship going, well into the early 21st century?
Afghanistan's VP Accused of Torture and Sexual Abuse by Kidnapped Rival
By Catherine Putz
Ishchi's allegations are serious and shocking; Kabul says it plans to investigate.
Is India Prepared for a Post-America Afghanistan?
By Kabir Taneja
“It simply makes good sense in general for India and the EU to partake in dialogue over Afghanistan.”
The Central Dilemma in Pakistan's Struggle Against Home-Grown Militancy
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan’s anti-terror campaign faces acute limitations when it comes to action against groups with mass public support.