Beyond Victory: The Fall of Bharatiya Janata Party

The fall of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 2024 Indian Lok Sabha elections has revealed a significant decline in Narendra Modi’s popularity.
Key Areas Where BJP Lost Its Majority to I.N.D.I.A.

Modi hails BJP’s win, while I.N.D.I.A. secures 232 seats in a tight race. Let’s explore key areas where BJP lost.
Pak-Afghan Border – A Tale of Challenges
![Amidst Pak-Afghan border challenges, Pakistan and Afghanistan must seek common ground for sustainable solutions [Image via Getty].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/pakistan-afghanistan-border-trucks-GettyImages-1929199041.webp)
As the troubling tale of challenges along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border unfolds, it becomes imperative for both nations to seek common ground and find sustainable solutions.
Why Does Modi’s Victory Spell Trouble for India?
![Modi's victory: Narendra Modi arrives at BJP headquarters in New Delhi on June 4. [Image via Adnan Abidi/Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-1717594386.webp)
Modi’s win faces challenges with Congress-led INDIA gains, hinting at political shifts and risks associated with Hindu nationalism
Decoding Ethnic Violence in Manipur
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Ethnic violence in Manipur erupts between Kukis and Meiteis. Can ancient hatreds be buried or will Manipur see another cycle of violence?
Why is U.S.-China Defense Dialogue at Shangri-La Important?
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Can this U.S.-China defense dialogue pave the way for a more stable Asia-Pacific and global security environment?
India’s Lok Sabha Elections 2024: A Roadmap
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India’s Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is a high-stakes contest shaping democracy, economy, and global influence amidst socio-political challenges.
Post-Election Political Theater Dominates Governance in Nepal

The second federal and provincial elections in Nepal since the 2015 constitution’s implementation recently took place. Nepal post-election…
October 7th Hamas Attack on Israel – Just or Unjust War?
![Was the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel just? Hamas claims it was in response to Israeli atrocities, while Israel deems it antisemitism [Image via Al Jazeera].](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/october7_outsideimgfinal-1024x720.webp)
Was the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel just? Hamas claims it was in response to Israeli atrocities, while Israel deems it antisemitism.