20 Sep 2019 To take – not retake – “Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir” Christopher Snedden Is this just more chest-beating by India’s politicians, or speculation we should take seriously?
16 Sep 2019 So-called media abundance still leaves blind spots with our neighbours Alexandra Wake Even in the age of 24/7 news, governments are good at keeping the cameras away from persecuted communities.
9 Sep 2019 Narendra Modi, frequent flyer Ian Hall Although faced with a slew of domestic challenges, the Indian prime minister has kept up his globetrotting ways.
6 Sep 2019 A fugitive preacher ignites controversy in Malaysia Max Walden The government’s shielding of Zakir Naik tests PM Mahathir Mohamad’s commitment to equal rights and democratic values.
6 Sep 2019 Pressure upon pressure builds around Kashmir Stuti Bhatnagar <p>Amid sabre rattling and sharp rhetoric, the hostility between India and Pakistan is only growing.</p>
2 Sep 2019 The intractable mess in Jammu and Kashmir Christopher Snedden New Delhi has even managed to antagonise the pro-Indian politicians in the area with its latest crackdown.
23 Aug 2019 Modi vs Wild: Political survivor Aarti Betigeri <p>The Indian PM goes to extremes to show off his fearlessness – and to run away from an avalanche of controversy.</p>
19 Aug 2019 Narendra Modi’s nudge diplomacy Teesta Prakash India’s Prime Minister appears set on a renewed mission to woo the neighbours – bar one – into seeing the world his way.
12 Aug 2019 Geopolitical moves in Jammu and Kashmir have a local cost, too Alexander Davis , Ruth Gamble The planned dissolution not only creates a regional disturbance, but tips the balance against minority rights.
31 Jul 2019 The bittersweet pill in the Australia-India sugar stoush Natasha Jha Bhaskar The WTO fight over India’s sugar subsidies is a chance for New Delhi to encourage farmers into more profitable crops.
22 Jul 2019 Between deprivation and decadence: the bleak view of India’s future Aarti Betigeri The rumblings of social trouble in India’s future – from water rights to jobs – are growing louder and more distinct.
16 Jul 2019 India’s latest crisis: 600 million people struggle with drought Edmond Roy Cities have been forced to truck in drinking water, farms are failing, and the situation grows more desperate.
3 Jul 2019 Lessons of globalisation: the vulnerable women of the Nokia factory Vani Swarupa Murali A technology giant transformed a small village in India promising jobs, yet at a cost to female workers that lingers.
20 Jun 2019 Jokowi and Modi’s budding bromance Mustafa Izzuddin , C Raja Mohan With both leaders re-elected and with shared goals, the challenge is to ensure Indonesia and India remain firm friends.
18 Jun 2019 The bad news for press freedom in India Aarti Betigeri Fears of arrest, or worse, have spilled over into widespread self-censorship despite a burgeoning media landscape.
31 May 2019 Masood Azhar – a global terrorist – and the implications for Pakistan Murali Krishnan A symbolic victory for New Delhi will have little lasting effect if past experience is any guide.
30 May 2019 Book review: unruly waters shape South Asia’s history Ruth Gamble An engaging study of the consequences of over-exploiting precious water reserves is missing some important local voices.
29 May 2019 India’s Congress party stares at extinction Purnendra Jain Once a powerhouse, a trouncing at the general elections leaves India’s opposition reeling and democracy transformed.
27 May 2019 Modi’s second term: what it means for the South Pacific Teesta Prakash Having rebuilt long neglected ties to the region, Modi looks set to capitalise on an “Indo-Pacific” connection.
22 May 2019 As India tallies votes, Modi might win government but not the country Grant Wyeth Indian democracy is a messy and highly complex affair, and serves as a bulwark against revolutionary changes.
16 May 2019 Young, energised, ready to vote, and maybe decide two elections Aarti Betigeri In both India and Australia, two very different campaigns are united in an effort to woo the growing youth vote.
10 May 2019 The growing influence of celebrity politics in India Erin Watson-Lynn , Shaun Star <p>From Bollywood to cricket heroes, stars can do much more than simply encourage people to vote.</p>
9 May 2019 India’s democracy draws strength from difference Greg Earl In a kaleidoscope country, India boasts its democratic culture is holding up well compared with London and Washington.
8 May 2019 India: encouraging the rainbow vote Kaveri Devi Mishra Despite efforts to ensure truly representative elections, India’s sexual minority groups still feel marginalised.
2 May 2019 Social media in India fans fake news Murali Krishnan Given the high stakes in the volatile election season, misinformation can not only be malignant, but downright deadly.
18 Apr 2019 Coal comfort: Australia-India ties after the elections Ian Hall A last minute approval for the controversial Adani coal mine has brought Australia-India relations into the campaign.
12 Apr 2019 Australia-India: naval drills show trust, yet political caution still David Brewster Exercises with submarines marks a significant step, but New Delhi is wary of any four-way cooperation with Canberra.
4 Apr 2019 Modi’s drive for Brand India Natasha Jha Bhaskar Attracting foreign direct investment to transform India’s sluggish economy has been one of the BJP’s big achievements.
3 Apr 2019 India’s anti-satellite missile test: also a test for the polity Amit Cowshish With an election afoot, controversy has inevitably grown about the timing of India’s successful “hit-and-kill” in space.
28 Mar 2019 Indian elections: cinema as an instrument of propaganda Archana Atmakuri , Nazneen Mohsina <p>A string of silver screen features offers a powerful way to shape politics and damage opponents. </p>
22 Mar 2019 Australia–India ties: closing the gap between intent and action Natasha Jha Bhaskar The potential of this relationship is often overshadowed by a severe lack of enthusiasm and episodes of prejudice.
20 Mar 2019 Rahul Gandhi: a reluctant leader’s bid to topple India’s Modi Edmond Roy He’s hoping to pull off a miracle but the Congress Party’s promotion of Priyanka Gandhi could betray a weakness.
18 Mar 2019 India: never quite in focus Aarti Betigeri India deserves sustained closer scrutiny, but with Australian media groups shuttering bureaux, attention is fleeting.
15 Mar 2019 China’s “South Asia challenge” for the Belt and Road Initiative Antara Ghosal Singh Chinese strategists have identified three trends that pose severe challenges to the promotion of the BRI in South Asia.
1 Mar 2019 India’s wobbly quest for fighter aircraft Amit Cowshish Ambitions to increase India’s fighter squadrons face complications in local manufacturing, as well the role intended.
28 Feb 2019 The intrusion of domestic politics in Kashmir tensions Priya Chacko Past efforts to “de-hyphenate” India from Pakistan are giving way to very different leaders in changed circumstances.
27 Feb 2019 India-Pakistan: shadow dancing in the Himalayas David Brewster <p>Pakistan is learning what theorists call a “stability/instability paradox” in a nuclear standoff runs both ways.</p>
21 Feb 2019 Pulwama terrorist attack: Modi under pressure Ian Hall If India’s response is seen as weak, Modi risks his “strongman” reputation. Too strong, the risk might be nuclear war.
20 Feb 2019 Demystifying Kashmir Hussain Nadim The readiness of India and Pakistan to hurl accusations – and maybe worse – ignores injustice and poverty on the ground.
20 Feb 2019 India: another five years of Modi? Edmond Roy The tea-seller turned prime minister may see another term in office despite lacklustre domestic and foreign policy.
18 Feb 2019 Pulwama attack: more questions than answers Stuti Bhatnagar India’s retaliation against Pakistan is predictable, and not at all effective in tackling sources of Kashmir’s strife.
13 Feb 2019 Unrest in India as it prepares for the world’s biggest election Aarti Betigeri Unemployment woes, unhappy farmers, and new faces in the game see Modi turn on his populist charm in an attempt to woo.
11 Feb 2019 China may only seek a limited naval role in the Indian Ocean David Brewster Many assume that China intends to replace American predominance in the Indian Ocean. But sea control seems unrealistic.
29 Jan 2019 Mediation a long shot in Kashmir conflict Stuti Bhatnagar <p>Insistence on bilateralism and a lack of consensus has conflict resolution looking dire for the contested state.</p>
29 Jan 2019 Extrajudicial killings: India’s long history of “fake encounters” Priya Pillai Independent UN experts have expressed alarm at the rate of alleged police killings in the Indian state Uttar Pradesh.
10 Jan 2019 Choking point: India’s environmental crisis Aarti Betigeri The country performs very badly on almost all metrics in protecting its environment, even with small strides forward.
19 Dec 2018 How the conservative “Anglosphere” fell in love with India Alexander Davis Mistaken assumptions about Indian history is leading to profound misunderstandings about its foreign policy priorities.
13 Dec 2018 Competing shades of saffron in Indian politics Juhi Ahuja , Pravin Prakash Recent strife in the city of Ayodhya must be seen as an omen of a shifting political agenda ahead of India’s elections.
12 Dec 2018 How Australia should deepen ties with India Aarti Betigeri From Kohli to coal exports, Australia is reconsidering India’s potential as a key economic and geopolitical partner.
4 Dec 2018 The India-Pakistan corridor of peace Stuti Bhatnagar The neighbours have proposed a visa-free corridor but this is not an indication of a renewed friendship.