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Covering Economy, Politics & Social Trends in South Asia
The July Uprising—also known as the July Mass Uprising, the July Student-People’s Uprising or the July Revolution—began in Bangladesh in June 2024 as a student-led protest against the reinstated civil service quota system. It rapidly escalated into a nationwide movement in July, fueled by state violence and sustained by mass solidarity. By early August, it
South Asia has reached its highest-ever immunization coverage for children, according to new data released by WHO and UNICEF for 2024, marking a historic milestone in the region’s efforts to protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases. The rise in coverage reflects a strong collective effort led by governments, supported by health workers, donors and communities. In
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
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
Khadga Prasad Oli, the leader of Nepal’s largest communist party, was named the country’s new prime minister on July 14, following the collapse of the previous coalition government. A statement from the president’s office confirmed that Oli, who is also a veteran politician and has served as prime minister three times, will take the oath
Nepal’s Prime Minister, Pushpa Kamal Dahal, lost a crucial vote of confidence in parliament on July 12, ending his 19-month tenure in office. The defeat followed the withdrawal of support from the largest party in his governing coalition, the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist Leninist) (CPN-UML), which had been his main ally. Dahal needed
South Asia Politics is dedicated to providing information, analysis and commentary on the region’s dynamic political landscape. From the evolving economic trends to social changes and key political developments, we strive to offer a comprehensive perspective on South Asia’s most pressing issues. Whether you’re a policy enthusiast, academic or simply curious about the region, our aim is to keep you informed with accurate, thought-provoking content.
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