South Asia
Nepal Struggles To Maintain its Forex Reserves
In light of the country’s deteriorating economy, the Nepalese government requested last week that its citizens abroad deposit money in local banks to maintain its foreign exchange reserves.
Pakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill Dozens of Civilians
Military airstrikes carried out by Pakistan in the northeastern Afghan province of Khost– which borders Pakistan– killed and wounded dozens of Afghans on Saturday, April 16.
Students in Northern India Protest Against Anti-Muslim Attacks
On Tuesday, a group of students outside Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), a university in New Delhi, protested against the recent violence that broke out on the Jawaharlal Nehru University’s (JNU) campus.
Imran Khan Ousted as Pakistan’s Prime Minister
Imran Khan was ousted as Pakistan’s Prime Minister after losing a vote of no-confidence in Parliament on Sunday.
Taliban Outlaws the Production of Opium Poppies
Recently, the Taliban announced that it was banning the cultivation of the opium poppy in Afghanistan. The decision not only impacts Afghanistan’s farmers who rely on harvesting poppies for their income, but also the rest of the world.
Pakistani Prime Minister Dissolves Parliament and Calls for General Elections
On Sunday, in a move that shocked the nation, Prime Minister Imran Khan dissolved Pakistan’s parliament ahead of a no-confidence motion initiated against him by his political opposition.
Sri Lanka’s Economic Crisis: Explained
A 70 percent drop in foreign exchange reserves over the past two years has pushed the Sri Lankan economy under its worst economic slump in decades.
Workers in India Go on Strike, Demanding Better Pay and Conditions
Millions of workers in India declared a two-day strike on Monday to demonstrate their frustration with India’s labor laws.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Faces No-Confidence Motion After Military Revokes Support
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan is facing pressure to resign from office through a motion of no-confidence initiated by the political opposition and supported by Pakistan’s army; the latter holding immense influence over the nation’s government affairs.
Danish Siddiqui’s Parents Take the Taliban To Court
The family of Reuters photojournalist Danish Siddiqui filed a formal complaint with the International Criminal Court on Tuesday, a year after he was killed in Afghanistan.
ISIS Targets Another Shia Mosque in Pakistan
Last Friday, terror struck Pakistan when 63 people were killed and 200 others wounded from a bomb blast inside a Shia mosque in the city of Peshawar.
Pakistan Maintains Neutrality amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict despite Mounting Pressures from the West
In the midst of escalating tensions between Russia and the West, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan visited Moscow and engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Why India is Silent When it Comes to Russia and Ukraine
The recent attacks carried out by Russia against Ukraine sparked controversy globally, with different countries talking about their stance and plans for action– all except India.
American Aid Grant Deepens Political Divide in Nepal
Opposition to the Millenium Challenge Compact (MCC) continued with a more recent riot that took place in Kathmandu, Nepal this past Sunday as the deal was being proposed to Parliament.
Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan Worsens as President Biden Moves to Divide Frozen Funds
Protests erupted in Afghanistan last week, as President Biden decided to repurpose some of the $7 billion of Afghanistan’s foreign reserves that were frozen in the US.
Bill Gates Visits Pakistan to Discuss Polio Eradication Efforts
Last week, the Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, who is renowned for his philanthropic work, visited Pakistan for the first time and met with Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Schools in Southern India Shut Down as Country Debates Over Hijabs
The Karnataka government on Wednesday decided to abide by the High Court’s (HC) interim order of banning religious symbols in schools after a series of protests broke out against a ban in schools that prohibited Muslim students from wearing hijabs.