South Asian candidates are standing for US Senate and Congress elections in impressive numbers. The chances of most, however, are dulled by factors beyond their control
India’s largest slum is built on the creative zeal of entrepreneurs who had no access to finance from banks. But things are changing now
The court verdict tilts the odds of Bihar’s electoral outcome as Muslim disquiet becomes a factor in favour of the ‘clown prince of Indian politics’
The former editor of Russian Playboy on Ukraine’s curious distinction of having the highest number of gorgeous women per square kilometer
The government’s eight-point initiative on Kashmir is not enough. The idea of autonomy is finding resonance even at the extremes of the Indian political spectrum.
The story of an unlikely Christian channel in Pakistan. If going on air was difficult, staying on air is something of a miracle.
In 2005, two journalists caught 11 MPs on camera taking money to ask questions in Indian Parliament. It became one of the greatest TV exposés. But the journalists were soon hounded by the system and they suddenly found themselves described as the accused. In a landmark judgment last week, the Delhi High Court vindicated them by firmly defending sting journalism. Here, one of the journalists, explains what happens after you get a great story.
In the pursuit of national prestige, India does things far more absurd than hosting the Commonwealth Games.
The government’s eight-point initiative on Kashmir is not enough. The idea of autonomy is finding resonance even at the extremes of the Indian political spectrum.