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After Jayalalithaa, Tamil Nadu's Political Power Struggle Continues

After Jayalalithaa, Tamil Nadu's Political Power Struggle Continues

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
The weeks following J Jayalalithaa's death have seen a dramatic factional power struggle play out in Tamil Nadu.
An Oil Spill Rattles the Indian City of Chennai

An Oil Spill Rattles the Indian City of Chennai

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Chennai's oil spill jolts a government in transition, resulting in confusion and evasion.

How Jallikattu Came to Be Linked With the Idea of 'Being Tamil' in India

How Jallikattu Came to Be Linked With the Idea of 'Being Tamil' in India

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
In Tamil Nadu, a passionate debate emerges about culture, animal cruelty, and what it means to be 'Tamil.'

India: Demonetization and Natural Disaster

India: Demonetization and Natural Disaster

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
India's decision to demonetize high value currency has hampered natural disaster recovery efforts in Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu's J Jayalalithaa, an Indian Political Giant, Dead at 68

Tamil Nadu's J Jayalalithaa, an Indian Political Giant, Dead at 68

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Tamil Nadu's "Iron Lady" passes away, leaving a titanic influence on state politics.
Is Chennai Doomed to Repeat 2015's Devastating Floods?

Is Chennai Doomed to Repeat 2015's Devastating Floods?

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
How is India managing increasingly severe and frequent flooding? Chennai is a worrisome case study.

How State Governments Can Help India 'Act East'

How State Governments Can Help India 'Act East'

By Tridivesh Singh Maini
India can diversify its Act East policy by supporting southern states in their efforts to boost connectivity.
After Poor State Election Results, Decline Continues for Indian Congress Party

After Poor State Election Results, Decline Continues for Indian Congress Party

By Ankit Panda
The party's political relevance continues to shrink across India.

Indian State Election Results: What You Need to Know

Indian State Election Results: What You Need to Know

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and West Bengal all just posted results. Here's what you need to know.

Tamil Nadu's State Elections: Which Parties Can Be Trusted to Deliver Change?

Tamil Nadu's State Elections: Which Parties Can Be Trusted to Deliver Change?

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
On what bones of contention are the four main stakeholders in the May 2016 elections clashing?

Warming Up for the Polls in India: What's at Stake in Tamil Nadu's State Elections

Warming Up for the Polls in India: What's at Stake in Tamil Nadu's State Elections

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
From the preparations of the Election Commission to the trends in the opinion polls, here's why Tamil Nadu matters in Indian politics.
Why Peace Talks Between India and Pakistan Fell Apart Once Again

Why Peace Talks Between India and Pakistan Fell Apart Once Again

By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat‘s Ankit Panda and Akhilesh Pillalamarri discuss the April 2016 collapse of peace talks between India and Pakistan.

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