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India, the Stepmother of Democracy

India, the Stepmother of Democracy

By Pius Fozan
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently extolled India as the “mother of democracy.” His administration’s crackdown on dissent paints a different picture.

Why is Narendra Modi Nervous Ahead of India’s General Elections?

Why is Narendra Modi Nervous Ahead of India’s General Elections?

By Kavita Chowdhury
Possibly for the first time in a decade, Modi's government finds its image dented by revelations of corruption.
Months After Banning Research Vessels, Sri Lanka Permits German Vessel’s Docking

Months After Banning Research Vessels, Sri Lanka Permits German Vessel’s Docking

By Rathindra Kuruwita
It underscores yet again the inconsistent and ad hoc foreign policy under President Ranil Wickremesinghe's leadership.

Why the Rohingya Are Being Treated the Way They Are

Why the Rohingya Are Being Treated the Way They Are

By Nasreen Chowdhory
Leading precarious lives in camps in Bangladesh and India, stateless Rohingya face an uncertain future.

China Courts Nepal’s New Left Alliance Government 

China Courts Nepal’s New Left Alliance Government 

By Rishi Gupta
Less than three weeks after taking office, Nepal's new foreign minister is on a week-long tour of China.

Will Pakistan Go Ahead and Build the Gas Pipeline With Iran?

Will Pakistan Go Ahead and Build the Gas Pipeline With Iran?

By Umair Jamal
Iran has threatened to take Pakistan to court over its failure to complete the pipeline project. But U.S. sanctions on Iran are an obstacle.

Suicide Attack in Pakistan Kills 5 Chinese Nationals and Their Local Driver

Suicide Attack in Pakistan Kills 5 Chinese Nationals and Their Local Driver

By Riaz Khan
The victims were construction workers and engineers working at the Dasu Dam, Pakistan’s largest hydropower project.
India’s Submarine Saga

India’s Submarine Saga

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Without timely replenishment, India could end up with a submarine fleet similar to that of Pakistan.

Protests in India’s Ladakh Enter 3rd Week

Protests in India’s Ladakh Enter 3rd Week

By Aijaz Hussain
Locals demand protection of fragile ecology, land autonomy, and statehood for the union territory.

How Modi Has Changed Indian Foreign Policy

How Modi Has Changed Indian Foreign Policy

By Mohamed Zeeshan
In a geopolitically fractious world, the Indian PM has managed to elicit extraordinary support from the U.S. while publicly courting its biggest foes.

Why Assam Is up in Arms Against Controversial New Indian Citizenship Law

Why Assam Is up in Arms Against Controversial New Indian Citizenship Law

By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
The CAA 2019 extends the deadline for determining citizenship that was agreed upon under the Assam Accord, and could pave the way for a fresh influx of Bangladeshi non-Muslims.
Will the Fortune It Made in the Election Bond Scheme Hurt India’s Ruling BJP?

Will the Fortune It Made in the Election Bond Scheme Hurt India’s Ruling BJP?

By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
The revelations about the scheme are striking, but corruption alone has rarely brought down governments in India.

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