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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.
Pakistan’s Impending Famine
By Michael Kugelman
The tragedy in drought-ravaged Thar says much about the limits of Pakistani democracy.
India’s Record-Breaking 2014 Elections
By Ram Mashru
Coordinating a national election in the world's largest democracy is no easy task.
India-Sri Lanka Fishermen Dispute Remains Complicated Despite Modest Advances
By Ankit Panda
A working group meeting between India and Sri Lanka on a dispute involving Tamil fishermen has been postponed.
Maoists Attack Indian Police in Chhattisgarh
By Sanjay Kumar
A recent attack by Maoists in India raises anxiety ahead of the country's general elections.
The Dream of Peace in Afghanistan
With a new era about to begin, the international community must help Afghanistan find peace.
India Backs Russia’s ‘Legitimate Interests’ in Ukraine
By Zachary Keck
India broke with the international community in acknowledging that Russia has legitimate interests in Ukraine.
Indian PM Addresses BIMSTEC Summit, Pushes Free Trade
By Ankit Panda
Manmohan Singh made his final diplomatic trip to Napyidaw, Myanmar to attend the BIMSTEC summit.
What Does It Mean to Be a Kashmiri in India
By Sanjay Kumar
India's nationalist narrative has created a troubled relationship between Kashmiris and the rest of the country.
India, Pakistan Discuss Kashmir Border Confidence Building Measures
By Ankit Panda
A working group on confidence building measures along the Line of Control met for the first time in 18 months.
The Tragic Exploitation of India's Launda Dancers
By Ahmed Wakas Khan
Abuse is the fate of many of the young boys forced by poverty to perform as launda dancers.
India and Pakistan: Competition or Cooperation in Afghanistan?
By Ram Mashru
As the international military presence winds down, the dynamics of the Indo-Af-Pak triangle will certainly change.
India Sets Dates for 2014 General Election
By Sanjay Kumar
India has set a date for its 2014 general elections.