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America’s India Problem
June 28, 2023

America’s India Problem

By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Predictions of the demise of Indian democracy by American media and activists are exaggerated and reflect a narrow understanding of India’s history and complexity.

Bollywood Movie Dialogue Riles Nepal’s Nationalists
June 28, 2023

Bollywood Movie Dialogue Riles Nepal’s Nationalists

By Santosh Sharma Poudel
The film ‘Adipurush’ refers to Sita, who is believed to have been born in Nepal, as ‘India’s daughter.’
New York Dreams: Kerala’s Subnational Diplomacy
June 27, 2023

New York Dreams: Kerala’s Subnational Diplomacy

By Biyon Sony Joseph and Schwn Cyril Sabu
Kerala's state leaders have been actively engaging foreign partners, but such visits can spark controversy at home.

What the GE Engine Deal Means for India’s Military Diversification
June 27, 2023

What the GE Engine Deal Means for India’s Military Diversification

By Rahul Bhatia
American defense technologies can help India reduce its reliance on Russian arms and increase indigenous capacity.

India’s Strategic Imperative: Internal Military Balancing Against China
June 26, 2023

India’s Strategic Imperative: Internal Military Balancing Against China

By Rahul Jaybhay
Even as India’s defense ties with the U.S. attracts increasing attention, New Delhi’s first goal remains internal self-strengthening. 

Heat and Debt: Climate Change and Poverty in Rural South Asia
June 26, 2023

Heat and Debt: Climate Change and Poverty in Rural South Asia

By Sandeep Kandikuppa
The weather-related struggles faced by informal workers of India are intimately linked to the debt crisis that has long been brewing in the countryside.

Bollywood’s Role in Hindutva’s 2024 Election Strategy 
June 24, 2023

Bollywood’s Role in Hindutva’s 2024 Election Strategy 

By Basit Parray and Nuzhat Khan
An increasing number of politically-motivated films are mobilizing Indian voters, especially the youth, toward voting for the BJP.
India’s G20 Presidency: Giving Voice to the Global South
June 24, 2023

India’s G20 Presidency: Giving Voice to the Global South

By Akanksha Singh
India has made clear that it wants to use its G-20 presidency to give voice to concerns of the Global South.

This Week in Asia: June 23, 2023
June 23, 2023

This Week in Asia: June 23, 2023

The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.

Modi Tests Bipartisan Support in Washington for India-US Ties
June 23, 2023

Modi Tests Bipartisan Support in Washington for India-US Ties

By Mohamed Zeeshan
The end of shared values and a shift to a more transactional relationship have several implications for both countries.

India-US Space Cooperation Takes Off
June 22, 2023

India-US Space Cooperation Takes Off

By Anuttama Banerji
Space and outer space are the theaters that will propel India’s rise and give a new dimension to the India-U.S. bilateral partnership.
Modi’s State Visit to the US is Shadowed by Human Rights Concerns
June 22, 2023

Modi’s State Visit to the US is Shadowed by Human Rights Concerns

By Aamer Madhani
US officials say that President Biden will raise his concerns but will avoid lecturing the Indian PM on democracy during their formal talks.

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