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What’s in a Name? For Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ Capital, Everything.
By Leesha K. Nair
The abrupt name change of the city formerly known as Port Blair has caused a backlash among locals, who already feel marginalized in their own home.
Why Millions Go Unaccounted for in India’s Invisible Slum Crisis
By Namesh Killemsetty
Lack of census data impacts efforts to launch intervention programs for dwellers in informal settlements.
As Quad Completes 20 Years, India Takes on Multiple New Responsibilities
By Elizabeth Roche
Previously, India was seen as the ‘weak link’ in Quad. At the Delaware summit, India seemed more willing to take on China’s growing initiatives in the Indo-Pacific.
Modi in the US: India’s Pursuit of Strategic Autonomy
By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
Indian policymakers have aimed to take advantage of the significant strategic and economic opportunities arising from the rivalries and competition between the U.S. and China, as well as the U.S. and Russia.
India’s Technology Engagement Strategy: Beyond the Quad
By Trisha Ray
While India's tech engagements may seem transactional and at times contradictory, they are deeply pragmatic, which is what makes it an attractive partner.
Will Arvind Kejriwal’s Resignation Gamble Pay Off?
By Kavita Chowdhury
The former Delhi chief minister’s clean image has dimmed in the wake of corruption charges. Will voters be impressed by his decision to step down?
PM Modi at the UN and the US: The Morning After
By Donald Camp
The two sides made progress on defense sales, including sophisticated armed drones. The U.S. also expressed appreciation for Modi’s recent trip to Ukraine.
Will Indian Courts Tame Wikipedia?
By Pete Hunt
India's attempts to regulate Western social platforms have received little attention. That may change soon amid court cases that threaten to ban Wikipedia.
4 Obstacles to India Joining the UN Security Council
By Dhananjay Tripathi
Despite persistent lobbying, experts say it’s unlikely India will gain permanent membership of the U.N. Security Council anytime soon for several reasons.
Voters Show up in Record Numbers to Kick off Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections
By Abrar Fayaz
Eight constituencies in the Jammu region and 16 from the Kashmir Valley voted on the first phase of assembly elections. Two more rounds of voting remain.
Assembly Elections Begin in Indian-controlled Kashmir for First Time After Losing Autonomy
By Aijaz Hussain
People say they knew their votes won't solve the dispute over Kashmir, but provided a rare window to express their frustration with direct Indian control.
New Delhi’s Chief Minister Resigns After Being Released on Bail in a Bribery Case
By Ashok Sharma
Arvind Kejriwal, a fierce critic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, left open the prospect of a return following Delhi’s next assembly election. For now, Kejriwal's ally Atishi holds the CM post.