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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.
Indian Elections 2014: Political Discourse Reaches a New Low
By Sanjay Kumar
Media and political discourse in India during the elections are growing increasingly scandalous.
Modi May Be Interested in Cross-Border Covert Ops Against Pakistan
By Ankit Panda
Narendra Modi, the BJP's candidate for prime minister in India's 2014 elections, may use covert ops in Pakistan.
What’s Next for the Afghan Elections?
By Timor Sharan and Abbas Daiyar
The first round was inconclusive. Deal-making could play an important role before a second round is held.
World Bank: India Overtakes Japan as World's Third Largest Economy
By Ankit Panda
In purchasing power parity (PPP) terms, India is now the world's third largest economy -- surpassing Japan.
Afghanistan Between Two Candidates
By Sanjay Kumar
Afghanistan will head into a run-off vote unless the two candidates can work out a deal.
India Looks Far East
By Kailash K. Prasad
A growing presence in the Pacific Islands could have significant benefits for India.
The India-Bangladesh Power Trap
By Zahedul Amin
A reliance on India for its electricity could be contrary to Bangladesh’s geo-strategic interests.
Pakistani Journalist Accuses Spy Agency of Assassination Attempt
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Mumbai votes, Afghanistan's election results come in, and India makes it easier for Chinese citizens to visit.
Afghanistan's 'Rogue' Security Personnel Problem
By Ankit Panda
Afghanistan's security apparatus faces an insidious problem in the form of rogue personnel.
Modi: Hindutva Will Be An Asset in Foreign Affairs
By Ankit Panda
The BJP's frontrunner for prime minister offers a few more thoughts on international affairs.
India-Japan Relations: A Fillip on the Cards?
By Aniruddh Mohan
The two countries have been enjoying stronger ties. Will that get a boost under a new Indian government?
U.S. Considering Leaving Fewer Than 10,000 Troops in Afghanistan Post-2014
By Ankit Panda
Following Afghanistan's elections, the U.S. is considering leaving fewer than 10,000 troops in the country.