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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.
Pakistani Troops Violate Ceasefire With India
By Ankit Panda
After a period of relative tranquility, Pakistani troops violated the LoC ceasefire for the first time in 2014.
Rahul Gandhi's First Television Interview: Mixed Impressions
By Sanjay Kumar
Rahul Gandhi's first major TV appearance sends mixed signals to Indian voters.
New Delhi No Haven for Burmese Refugees
By Nava Thakuria
Minorities from Myanmar face abuses and other struggles in India’s capital.
What Can Manmohan Singh Accomplish By Visiting Pakistan?
By Ankit Panda
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will visit Pakistan in March to reignite the Composite Dialogue Process.
Karzai Government Submits False Evidence To Substantiate US Collateral Damage
By Ankit Panda
The Afghan government presented false evidence to accuse the U.S. of unacceptable collateral damage. Why?
Celebrating Words And Ideas In India's 'Pink City': The World's Largest Literary Festival
By Ram Mashru
The Diplomat's Ram Mashru reflects on the 2014 Jaipur Literary Festival.
The Indian Supreme Court as Environmental Activist
By Romi Jain
The country’s highest court has not been shy about using judicial activism to protect the environment
Pakistan Ceases Cross-Border Movement With India After Drug Bust
By Ankit Panda
Pakistan's response to an Indian drug bust highlights the weak foundations of bilateral trade talks.
Kejriwal’s Antics Cost Him His Honeymoon With The People
By Sanjay Kumar
Is Arvind Kejriwal not ready to lead New Delhi? His preference for protests over governance indicates as much.
The Hard Politics Of Fighter Aircraft: India, Russia, and the PAK FA
By Robert Farley
The Indian Air Force looks away from Russia for its fifth-generation fighter needs.
India and Pakistan Reduce Barriers To Cross-Border Trade
By Ankit Panda
Preliminary talks between India and Pakistan on trade have produced promising results.
Battle Lines Drawn for India's 2014 Parliamentary Elections
By Sanjay Kumar
As India gears up for parliamentary elections, what can voters expect?