Region
South Asia
Modi Government Begins Third Term on Combative Note
By Kavita Chowdhury
The BJP, despite diminished numbers, rode rough-shod over the opposition to elect the controversial Om Birla as speaker of the house.
How Nepali Cricket Is Becoming a Beacon of Hope and Soft Power
By Shishir Bhatta
Despite a lackluster performance at the latest T20 World Cup, Nepal’s cricket is poised for rapid growth.
Afghan Hopes Are Riding on the Doha Conference
By Freshta Jalalzai
With the Taliban finally joining the U.N.-hosted meeting, Afghans are hoping for a much-needed breakthrough.
PM Hasina’s Delhi Visit Energizes Bangladesh-India Relations
By Aaqib Md Shatil
Energy connectivity with Nepal and Bhutan via India can help Bangladesh reduce dependency on fossil fuel.
India’s President Inaugurates Newly Elected Parliament
By Ashok Sharma
She listed fast-tracking economic reforms and boosting small and medium-size enterprises to create jobs as a key agenda of the new government.
Pakistan’s Quantum Quest: Hurdles and Hopes
By Zohaib Altaf and Nimrah Javed
The establishment of the National Center for Quantum Computing could be a critical step – if Pakistan can overcome economic constraints and a significant brain drain.
Ecological Disasters in Sikkim: A Skewed Security-Development Balance in the Himalayas?
By Stanzin Lhaskyabs and Rahul Ganguly
Developmental and security projects, such as the construction of dams and roads, are contributing to the uptick in deadly natural disasters.
Sri Lanka Reaches Debt Restructuring Deal With Bilateral Creditors, Including China and India
By Bharatha Mallawarachi
The deal is expected to reopen the doors to bilateral transactions and the resumption of foreign projects that stalled when the island nation defaulted.
Protecting the Vulnerable in India From the Monsoon’s Flood of Diseases
By Indranil Mukhopadhyay
Primary, preventive, and public health initiatives at the local level must be initiated to prevent vector-borne diseases across India.
India-Pakistan Water Cooperation Returns to Kashmir
By Sehr Rushmeen
A hydroelectric inspection signals increased engagement amid climate concerns.
Counterterrorism in Af-Pak: Can the US ‘Do More’?
By Bantirani Patro
Recent signs suggest Washington is re-engaging with Pakistan's fight against terrorism. How far will the support go?
Is US Paying the Price for Criticizing Sheikh Hasina’s Autocratic Rule?
By Mubashar Hasan
Bangladesh seems to have snubbed the U.S. by opting for Airbus rather than Boeing aircraft.