Opinion Archives - South Asian Correspondent

“Sheikh Hasina Surrendered to Indian Supremacy”

A decade and a half long ‘dictatorial rule’ has come to an end in Bangladesh. The Muslim-majority country in South…

Hypocrisy in International Relations is the World’s Favorite Double Standards

Ah, ‘’hypocrisy’’—the fine art of pretending to be better than you are. It’s like being the guy who lectures you…

Dr. Yunus’ thoughts are much needed in today’s turbulent world: Narayan Murthy

Sheikh Hasina left the country and fled to India after being ousted from power on August 5 in the face…

Bangladesh’s Future Hinges on Steering Through Uncharted Waters in the Post-Hasina Era

By Rajeev Ahmed Bangladesh, a country that has seen remarkable economic growth and social progress over the past decade, finds…

What’s Behind Bangladesh’s Student Protests?

BY Geoffrey Macdonald Bangladesh’s streets have again erupted with political violence. In early July, a university student protest began over…

Beyond Extremist Rhetoric: Choosing Progress for Punjab

In recent months, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a figure associated with the fringe Khalistan separatist movement, has made headlines for all…

Afghan common ground in India-Russia relations

BY KABIR TANEJA Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia for a summit-level meeting with President Vladimir Putin caught global…

Reimagining Australia-Bangladesh Ties from Recognition to Partnership

By Rajeev Ahmed Australia’s image is often one of stunning beaches and bustling cities. But beneath the postcard-perfect veneer lies…

After fresh initiatives, India ties with Bangladesh are set to scale new heights

By Harsh Vardhan Shringla It was not surprising that the first visit to India in Modi 3.0 was of Prime…

A Transformational Partnership or Power Play in the India-Bangladesh Relationship?

By Rajeev Ahmed India and Bangladesh stand at a precipice of opportunity. Their long-standing relationship, characterized by shared history, culture,…