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Nirupama Subramanian

IS-Khorasan, which attacked Kabul gurdwara, is led by ex-Lashkar man

Sat, Mar 28, 2020

The IS-K is a loose conglomerate of several jihadist tanzeem with differing targets and aims. The group's relations with the Taliban, and with Pakistan, are critical elements in its still evolving identity.

Test of regional solidarity lies ahead

Mon, Mar 23, 2020

If PM Modi’s gesture to SAARC is to go some way towards a solution for the region, India, which will be picking up the pieces itself, must have something to offer to its neighbours six months to a year down the line.

Mubashir Hasan (1922-2020): A warrior for democracy in Pakistan, peace with India

Mon, Mar 16, 2020

Dr Mubashir, who died in Lahore aged 98 Saturday, was an exemplary warrior for India-Pakistan peace, whose unstinting commitment and efforts toward the cause inspired peace activists on both sides for over 25 years.

Kashmiri Pandit colonies in Valley safe, fenced and gated: ‘It’s like dividing us again’

Fri, Jan 31, 2020

An Indian Express series 'Homeless At Home' Part 2: But local residents do not see the Pandit colony as a solution, and believe it could become part of the problem.

Kashmiri Pandits In Kashmir: Those who stayed back have a home — and a roomful of regret

Fri, Jan 31, 2020

Homeless At Home An Express Series Part 1: On January 20, 1990, the first big batch of Pandits had to pack their belongings and leave after a night of public threats by militants — the exodus surging between March and May that year and continuing in a steady stream for the next few years.

Explained: The Kashmir Pandit tragedy

Fri, Jan 24, 2020

Thirty years ago, the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the Valley began. A look at the events leading to and during the flight, the administration’s role, their plight since, and the dreams of return amid uncertainty.

India can nudge US to revive our n-deal: Iran Foreign Minister

Sat, Jan 18, 2020

Javad Zarif reiterated that Iran was not interested in negotiating a new deal with the US, but wanted the Americans to honour the one inked after negotiations between 2013 and 2016.

Exclusion and ethnic strife: Story of Sri Lanka’s citizenship law

Thu, Jan 16, 2020

The treatment of Indian Tamils had cast a shadow on India-Sri Lanka relations even before independence; post-independence, the citizenship laws became a major irritant.

General Qassem Soleimani killing: Unease in India over fallout, relations with US and Iran

Sat, Jan 04, 2020

Iran has vowed "harsh retaliation" for the U.S. airstrike near Baghdad's airport that killed Tehran's top general Qassem Soleimani and the architect of its interventions across the Middle East, as tensions soared in the wake of the targeted killing.

Explained: What next in Afghanistan

Tue, Dec 31, 2019

Preliminary poll results have returned President Ghani to power but have been challenged by his rival. What questions does it raise over the next government’s stability, with or without US-Taliban talks?

Sharad Pawar interview: ‘Public does expect alternative to Modi. Has anyone provided that? It’s Oppn’s fault…’

Sun, Dec 08, 2019

The Indian Express interviews the NCP chief on the art of making friends, his role, the Maharashtra alliance and what it means for the country.

How to regain friends in Sri Lanka

Fri, Nov 29, 2019

India has lost the moral high ground. But there are concrete steps it can take towards repairing the relationship with its southern neighbour.

Hussain, Mohajirs, and an India-Pakistan story

Sun, Nov 24, 2019

MQM could once bring Pakistan’s financial and business hub to a halt with just one dog whistle from London, it is now only fighting to stay relevant.

Detained in Valley: Told couple of days, kept for 3 months, says RTI activist

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

Speaking to The Indian Express earlier this week, Bhat provided the first detailed account of the convention centre-turned sub-jail, where politicians, arrested following the government’s decision to revoke the special status of Jammu & Kashmir under Article 370, were lodged.