Crisis in Bangladesh: A Historical Perspective
Sohail Ahmed
August 22, 2024
Explore the roots of the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh, from historical political instability to economic challenges and strained relations.
Explore the roots of the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh, from historical political instability to economic challenges and strained relations.
Is Two-Nation Theory still relevant? On Pakistan’s 77th Independence Day, explore its history, evolution and impact on identity and geopolitics.
![From Truman's early support to recent tensions over Gaza, the US-Israel relationship has evolved through highs and lows. [Image via Getty].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/gettyimages-891478670-1623961254.webp "From Truman’s early support to recent tensions over Gaza, the US-Israel relationship has evolved through highs and lows. [Image via Getty].")
From Truman’s early support to recent tensions over Gaza, the US-Israel relationship has evolved through highs and lows.
Sovereignty in the Indian subcontinent transformed from a divinely ordained king who wielded both political and religious authority to a modern colonial state.
![Pakistan’s Youm-e-Takbeer, marking the 1998 nuclear tests, signifies not just a scientific feat but also embodies Pakistan’s national character [Image via Dawn Images].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/6292e48f594c9.webp "Youm-e-Takbeer")
Youm-e-Takbeer, marking Pakistan’s 1998 nuclear tests, signifies not just a scientific feat but also embodies Pakistan’s national character.
![As India reflects on a decade of Modi in the Prime Minister's Office, the journey reveals a troubling trajectory [Image via Reuters].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2022-08-15T072754Z_114745352_RC2PWV9C3995_RTRMADP_3_INDIA-INDEPENDENCEDAY.webp "A decade of Modi")
As India reflects on a decade of Modi in the Prime Minister’s Office, the journey reveals a troubling trajectory!
The Islamic tradition in India is as indigenous as any other traditions in South Asia. But colonial era writings and modern Hindu nationalism portray Islam as foreign, endangering Muslim communities.
![September 6th, a day for introspection! [Image via SAT Creatives]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/September-6th-1600x900.webp "September 6th")
Beyond the displays of military prowess, September 6th is a day for introspection—a time to acknowledge that while external threats are palpable, the gravest danger often festers within our borders.
Uniquely born and uniquely existing, this is the story of Pakistan’s 76 years as a free country.
Since the dawn of humanity, politicians have sought recognition for themselves and their political ambitions. Tyrants have routinely tried to manipulate, alter, and exploit history so as to advance their political agendas. This is precisely what India is doing today.