South Asia Politics
Covering Economy, Politics & Social Trends in South Asia
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India-Pakistan War of 2025: The Escalation and Ceasefire
In May 2025, India and Pakistan, two nuclear-armed neighbors with a history of conflict, found themselves on the brink of full-scale war. The catalyst was a deadly incident where gunmen killed 26 people, predominantly Hindu tourists, in Indian-administered-Kashmir on April 22. India accused Pakistan of supporting the gunmen responsible, a claim Islamabad denied. The ensuing…
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How Yunus is Managing Bangladesh at Home
When Muhammad Yunus stepped into leadership as head of Bangladesh’s interim government in mid-2024, the nation was emerging from a long and painful chapter. The collapse of Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule—marred by allegations of authoritarianism, mass detentions and deadly crackdowns—left a vacuum and a fractured society. Yunus’s appointment raised hopes for renewal, accountability and long-overdue…
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Record Number of Sri Lankans Migrate Abroad for Employment in 2024
Sri Lanka has witnessed a historic surge in overseas migration for employment in 2024, with over 312,000 citizens seeking work abroad, marking the highest number in the nation’s history, according to newly released statistics from the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE). A total of 312,836 Sri Lankans left the country for overseas job…
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Role of the ‘Shongjog News’ in Building a Well-Informed Society
In an age when media outlets are frequently scrutinized for sensationalism or bias, certain outlets uphold a steadfast commitment to accuracy, integrity, and clarity, aiming to deliver content that not only informs but also connects and inspires. The Shongjog News is one such outlet. A trusted and dynamic source of information, the Shongjog News aims to bridge the gap…
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Who’s Fueling Myanmar’s Civil War?
| by Dr Adam Simpson | The University of Adelaide’s Dr Adam Simpson looks at the on-going struggle in Myanmar, and finds outside powers continuing to fund the conflict. China has the biggest influence on Myanmar’s civil strife but Russia also has sway, supplying arms to the military junta. As opposition forces continue to rack…
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