Region
South Asia
1 Year Later, Sri Lanka’s Struggle Continues
By Tasnim Nazeer
On the first anniversary of the people’s uprising, the spirit of dissent among Sri Lankan citizens remains strong.
Dutch to Return Bejeweled Cannon and Other Artifacts Taken From Sri Lanka During Colonial Rule
By Bharatha Mallawarachi
Among the artifacts is the Cannon of Kandy, a ceremonial weapon made of bronze, silver and gold and inlaid with rubies.
India Rejects Hague Court Order on Indus Water Treaty
By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
New Delhi believes the 63-year-old Treaty needs updating due to technological advances and climate change.
Modi Comes to Washington: Geopolitics and the Drivers of the US-India Relationship
By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What drives the convergence between U.S. and India today?
China or the US: Pakistan’s Choice
By Furqan Khan
A strategic courtship with China is necessary, but Pakistan also needs the U.S. to address its economic and security challenges.
Former Adversaries Unite to Challenge President Solih in Maldives Presidential Elections
By Mimrah Abdul Ghafoor
But there are serious differences between the constituents of the new anti-Solih partnership on domestic and foreign policy issues.
North India Reels Under Monsoon Fury; Pakistan on Alert
By Associated Press
Heavy rains have triggered flash floods and landslides, especially in the northern hill states.
A Weak Putin Is India’s Worst Nightmare
By Mohamed Zeeshan
It would force Indian dependence on the United States for diplomatic and military support, which New Delhi would like to avoid.
Does India Need State Governors?
By Neeta Lal
A recent streak of state governors overstepping their authority has India debating if the post is even necessary.
Anti-Sweden Rallies Erupt in Pakistan Against Burning of Quran
By Munir Ahmed
Anger has grown in Muslim countries since an Iraqi Christian burned Islam’s holy book in Stockholm last week.
The India Stack: How India Is Revolutionizing Governance Through Digital Public Inclusion
By Joe Wallen and Tushar Shetty
Beyond the Indus podcast hosts Joe Wallen and Tushar Shetty speak to Gaurav Narain about layers of this new technology and its impact on the Indian economy.
As the Quad Blossoms, Why Does BRICS Matter for India?
By Abhishek Sharma and Moksh Suri
BRICS’ development-focused diplomacy allows India to pursue a broader agenda than the Quad – and one more focused on the concerns of developing countries.