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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.
Time for India to Take Down Dawood Ibrahim
By Elizabeth Bennett
Recent reports suggest that the underworld figure with terrorist links is a bigger threat than ever before.
Afghanistan Finally Prosecutes Rapes
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
In recent months, Afghanistan has started enforcing laws against rape and abuse.
India's Anti-Sikh Riots, 30 Years On
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
30 years ago, India was gripped by a terrible surge of violence against Sikhs after Indira Gandhi's assassination.
The Age-Old Sino-Indian Contest for South Asia
By Kunal Singh
Chumar is the latest episode in a half-century old battle for South Asian dominance.
Sri Lanka to Hold Early Presidential Elections
By Ankit Panda
Sri Lanka's President Mahinda Rajapaksa will seek a third term in office, despite constitutional ambiguities.
India Announces 54 New Outposts on Disputed Border
By Ankit Panda
In addition to 54 new outposts in Arunachal Pradesh, India will add 12 battalions to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police.
Afghanistan and China Open a New Chapter
By Ankit Panda
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani is in China for his first trip abroad as president.
US Marines, UK Forces End Combat Operations in Afghanistan
By Ankit Panda
After a 13 year presence in the country, U.S. Marines and U.K. forces ended their combat operations in Afghanistan.
Outlawed in Pakistan Shows Rape Victims’ Quest for Justice
By Sonya Rehman
Habiba Nosheen has won an Emmy for her work on a particularly uncomfortable subject for Pakistan.
Iran, Pakistan Exchange Mortar Fire
By Ankit Panda
Amid growing tensions, Pakistan and Iran exchanged mortar fire.
Sri Lanka Imposes Foreigner Travel Restrictions to Northern Province
By Ankit Panda
Sri Lanka may be concerned that human rights investigators could pose as tourists.
Diwali: An Indian Festival Goes Global
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Indians the world over celebrated Diwali this Thursday, as did U.S. President Barack Obama.