India

Despite the failure of the August 7 rocket launch, the ISRO appears to be taking a determined but prudent path for the future.

India’s tepid response to the PGII seems odd given Delhi’s opposition to the BRI, which the new G-7 initiative seeks to counter.

Beijing’s statements on China-India relations should be reassuring, but China’s repeated aggressive moves do not give India much confidence that Beijing means what it says.

India and the Taliban do not have a history of positive relations, but a pragmatic working relationship is desired by both. 

There is no denial that the Indian military requires structural reforms, but can the Agnipath scheme overcome its rough introduction?

India had several reasons to seek a quick stabilization and reaffirmation of its relationship with the UAE.

New Delhi, viewed by ASEAN as independent from both the U.S. and China, could help build this strategic trust.

Officials say pilgrims face heightened threat of attacks from rebels fighting against Indian rule in Kashmir.

Canberra and New Delhi need to streamline their defense and security agenda on an accelerated pace in the face of pressure on both from Beijing.

The prevailing tension on the China-India border is a symptom of the broader strategic competition between the two Asian neighbors. 

Officials say the demolitions only target illegal buildings, but rights groups and critics say they are an attempt to harass and marginalize Muslims.

Voluntary sex work is legal in India but trafficking for sex is punishable under the law.