The Dialectics

India and South Asia are home to some of the world’s most complex political stories. Elections, social movements, economic transformations, and regional tensions constantly reshape the direction of the subcontinent.

From domestic political shifts within countries to cross-border relationships between neighbours, the India & South Asia section at The Dialectics examine the forces shaping one of the most politically vibrant regions in the world

INDIA & SOUTH ASIA

For readers who want to understand South Asia beyond headlines, this section connects the region’s internal debates with its place in a changing global order.

New laws in Afghanistan are putting women more vulnerable position

Taliban’s Afghanistan : The land where women saw fragile promises of freedom and justice

Afghanistan is a harsh reminder of how quickly rights can disappear when power becomes law and how deeply the effects are felt when the law itself becomes a weapon of terror.

Enough Solar but Not Enough Storage : How to Tackle India’s Duck Curve Challenge

India’s transition to renewable energy has gained significant momentum since

Authoritarianism or Pragmatism ? : How Can We Understand Sheikh Hasina’s Leadership

Sheikh Hasina is one of South Asia's longest-serving politicians, and her impact on Bangladesh is wide-

The Raid on KK Park : Unraveling Myanmar’s Cybercrime Enclave

In late October 2025, Myanmar's military junta launched a high-profile operation against KK Park, This is a sprawling cybercrime

The Ever Evolving Saga of Sir Creek

Fisherfolk from the coastlines of Kutch (in India) and Sindh (in Pakistan) often find themselves broiled in the geopolitics of their geography. Their livelihoods are

Why India’s Non-Fossil Revolution Should Not be Measured in megawatts only

India made headlines around the world when it reached a major milestone: around 50% of its installed electricity capacity now