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South Asia
The Perils of Ignoring the Taliban Regime’s Support for Terror Groups
By Abdul Basit
While Pakistan is bearing the brunt of terrorist attacks emanating from Afghanistan, the threat is wider. Regional and global peace is in peril.
Pakistan Welcomes Starlink. But Can It Deliver on Its Promise?
By Zohaib Alta and Nimrah Javed
Starlink could help close the urban-rural internet access gap -- if the rollout is inclusive, affordable, and thoughtfully managed.
Trump’s ‘Maximum Pressure’ Iran Approach Is a Headache for India
By Seamus Duffy
From bombing Yemen to tightening Iran sanctions, U.S. policy is testing India’s trade and connectivity strategy.
A New Chapter in Dhaka-Beijing Ties? Why Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus Is Visiting China
By Md Obaidullah
Bangladesh is looking to rebalance its diplomacy in the post-Hasina era, but it’s not going all in on China, either.
Conflict in India’s Manipur Takes a New Turn With Intra-Community Clashes
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
In recent weeks, Meitei militias have clashed, as have Zomi and Hmar groups that came together against the Meitei majority.
India and Australia Discuss Ways to Increase Already Close Defense Cooperation
By Ajai Shukla
At the ninth edition of the Defense Policy Talks, they called for collaboration between their defense industries in the fields of defense science and technology.
Bangladesh to Seal Deal with Musk’s Starlink
By Mubashar Hasan
While officials say the decision is driven by the need to improve internet connectivity to benefit Bangladeshis, it is likely also aimed at winning Musk’s favor.
Will India Join the Squad?
By Rushali Saha
If the grouping’s scope and agenda are restructured to focus on soft security issues, such as maritime safety, New Delhi might be more interested.
The Limits of Trump’s Deal-making in Afghanistan
By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
In return for the release of an American, the U.S. dropped bounties on three top-level Taliban officials, including Sirajuddin Haqqani. But there are limits to potential Taliban-U.S. deals.
India’s Energy Transition Needs Focus on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility
By Aishwarya Ramachandran
Energy transition research addressing the range of equity concerns across India’s socio-economic groups and regions is rare. This needs to change.
New Report on Indian Muslims Recommends Nuanced Approach to Uplift Community
By Kavita Chowdhury
It calls for a “spatial approach” of targeted interventions in Muslim-concentrated spaces and “ghettos” and in sectors and occupations dominated by Muslims.
Living in Shadows: Navigating the Realities of Sex Work in Nepal
By Hritika Sharma
Economic necessity often pushes women into sex work. Advocates are debating the best response: decriminalization or finding alternative livelihoods.
What Does the Future Hold for the Development of AI in India?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
It could pioneer innovative secondary uses of AI as well as alternative legal and philosophical perspectives on the technology.
Why the Indian Ocean, Not the Indo-Pacific, Must Anchor India’s Strategy
By Sanchari Ghosh
While New Delhi shares strategic concerns with the rest of the Quad, its Indo-Pacific approach is primarily a means to counterbalance Beijing in its immediate maritime neighborhood.
Bangladesh Women Rise up Against Increasing Incidents of Rape
By Samata Biswas
The Muhammad Yunus government has failed miserably in checking incidents of rape and sexual violence against women.
Challenges to China’s Growing Interests in Afghanistan
By Muhammad Murad
While Chinese investment is rising, particularly in the mining sector, the operations face both local pushback and logistical headaches.
India’s AI Awakening
By Rajiv Kumar
How DeepSeek has transformed New Delhi’s strategic approach to the global AI race.
Pakistan’s War on Balochistan Has Reached a Point of No Return
By Dilshad Baluch
The arrest of Dr. Mahrang Baloch, the leader of the peaceful Baloch protest movement, has set the entire province aflame.
Poster of India’s Yogi Adityanath in Pro-Monarchy Rally Triggers War of Words in Nepal
By Birat Anupam
Adityanath, who is the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, which borders Nepal, is a prominent leader of the BJP.
Concept of ‘Greater Mizoram’ Gets a Shot in the Arm From Myanmar’s Spring Revolution
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
The coming together of areas inhabited by communities in India’s Mizoram and Myanmar’s Chin State has New Delhi’s tacit support. Myanmar’s junta is not amused.
Breaking Decades of Silence, Sri Lanka Revisits the Batalanda Legacy
By Rathindra Kuruwita
An interview with a former President that led to public calls for a probe into the Batalanda Commission Report has finally prompted the government to reopen a dark chapter.
Erasing Aurangzeb to Marginalize Muslims: India’s ‘Grave’ Concern
By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
The tomb of the 17th-century Mughal Emperor is in the crosshairs of India’s Hindu nationalists.
Afghan Women, Erased From Public Life, Are Turning to Instagram
By Humaira Rabin
The content they share is varied, and often inspiring. It ranges from showcasing their daily lives to sharing inspirational posts and promoting local businesses.
What India Needs to do to Fix the Foundations of its WASH Sector
By Joel Kolker
It must cover operating costs and capital expenditures through a transparent long-term mix of taxes and user charges.