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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.
South Asia’s Peace Heroes
By Alyssa Ayres
Pakistan’s Malala Yousafzai and India’s Kailash Satyarthi share the Nobel Peace Prize.
India’s Missed Opportunity on U.S. Immigration Reform
By Sridhar Ramaswamy
Modi missed a key chance to influence Indian access to the U.S. job market.
Civilians Suffer as India and Pakistan Spar
By Ankit Panda
Does the recent violence between South Asia's nuclear-armed neighbors presage instability to come?
Narendra Modi's American Exceptionalism
By Raymond E. Vickery Jr.
Like many Americans, Modi believes in national “exceptionalism.” But for him the exceptional nation is India.
India’s Smart New Electorate
By Abhirup Bhunia
Recent electoral turnarounds show a steep learning curve for populist politicians.
Pakistan Taliban Pledges Support to the Islamic State
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Despite the Islamic State's rivalry with al-Qaeda, the Pakistan Taliban has announced it supports IS.
Can Modi Bring South Asia Together?
By Mohamed Zeeshan
India’s economy could be a catalyst for development if the region can open up.
Modi’s Tale of Two Visits: Drama in One, Pragmatism and Continuity in the Other
By Alyssa Ayres
The Indian PM's visit to the US was high profile, but what about practical outcomes?
Why India Is Dirty and How to Clean It
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches a "Clean India" campaign.
Polio Nears Record Levels in Pakistan
By Ankit Panda
Owing to attacks on vaccine workers, polio is growing at alarming rates in Pakistan.
Are India’s ‘Smart Cities’ a Smart Move?
By Prashant Kajaria
Modi’s plans for hyper-urbanization must answer some tough questions.
What Did Narendra Modi's US Trip Accomplish?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Narendra Modi's whirlwind trip to the United States focused mainly on marketing India and developing a positive image.