Kerala – The Diplomat

New York Dreams: Kerala’s Subnational Diplomacy

Biyon Sony Joseph and Schwn Cyril Sabu — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 22:06:00 +0900

Kerala's state leaders have been actively engaging foreign partners, but such visits can spark controversy at home.

BJP’s ‘Love Jihad’ Card in the Upcoming Kerala Polls

Sudha Ramachandran — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 19:43:00 +0900

Despite the party’s attempt to woo Christian voters through the campaign, it is unlikely to make a big difference in the election’s outcome.

Kerala and COVID: From Bright Spot to Black Sheep?

Sudha Ramachandran — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:36:00 +0900

The southern Indian state’s pandemic response has faltered in the recent months, despite early successes.

How Will COVID-19 Impact the BJP’s Electoral Chances?

Aditi Dayal — Tue, 19 May 2020 20:21:00 +0900

The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the political dynamics in India -- how much will it matter?

How a South Indian State Flattened Its Coronavirus Curve

Binaifer Nowrojee — Sat, 09 May 2020 00:44:00 +0900

India’s first coronavirus case was discovered in Kerala in January. Local authorities moved swiftly to confront the threat.

How a Tiny South Indian State Is Using Transmedia Storytelling to Fight COVID-19

Mufsin Puthan Purayil and Sayani Malakar — Sat, 04 Apr 2020 00:20:00 +0900

Creating relevant content, available through multiple platforms, is helping Kerala combat the coronavirus.

Indian State Challenges New Citizenship Law in Supreme Court

Associated Press — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:52:00 +0900

The government of Kerala argues the Citizenship Amendment Act violates India’s secular constitution.

Is India’s Vizhinjam Port Plan Worth It?

Soumya Bhowmick and Pratnashree Basu — Sat, 23 Nov 2019 02:19:00 +0900

The plan for a deepwater port in Kerala has sparked sharp divisions over its benefits and costs.

Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad and Amethi: What’s There to Lose?

Pravin Prakash and Juhi Ahuja — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 22:28:00 +0900

What is the meaning of Rahul Gandhi's last minute move?

A Nun’s Rape and a Priest’s Mysterious Death Jolt Catholic Church in India

Priyanka Borpujari — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 07:45:00 +0900

Will justice be done?

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

Ankit Panda — Sat, 21 May 2016 01:45:00 +0900

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

Indian State Election Results: What You Need to Know

Padmapriya Govindarajan — Fri, 20 May 2016 03:27:00 +0900

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

An Indian Slum Not Redeveloped, But Transformed

Alen John — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 21:56:00 +0900

A project in Kerala offers some salutary lessons for the rest of India.

Exploring India's 'Venice of the East'

Ankit Panda — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 01:56:00 +0900

In southern India, a coastal community flourishes along a network of rivers and lagoons.

The Oracles of Malabar

Sugato Mukherjee — Fri, 14 Aug 2015 13:55:00 +0900

Theyyam is a vibrant folk religion from Kerala, India.

Saudi’s Nitaqat Law: Trouble for Indian Expats?

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:05:53 +0900

Saudi Arabia’s enforcement of labor localization rules has sent many Indian workers hurrying home. How severe will the impact be?

Kerala's Italian Job

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:27:41 +0900

The odd case of two Italian marines is proving a hot issue in Kerala. It sheds an unflattering light on Congress.