Hate Speech Against Minorities In India Increased by 74% In 2024, Research Group Reports
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Hate speech against minorities in India surged 74% in 2024, with peaks during election season, India Hate Lab reports.
Saffron Shadows: A Global Threat Beyond India’s Borders
![Saffron shadows are now coloring India’s political discourse, but the script is anything but profound. It’s more Bollywood than reality. [Image via Hindutva Watch]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/3438534890_6eef53ecb0_k-1024x677.webp)
Saffron shadows are now coloring India’s political discourse, but the script is anything but profound. It’s more Bollywood than reality.
Amit Shah Vows to Evict Bangladeshis from Delhi
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Amit Shah vows to expel illegal Bangladeshis from Delhi if BJP wins, sparking debate ahead of provincial polls.
Modi and Trump Hold First Phone Call Since US Inauguration
![Indian PM Modi and US President Trump discuss strengthening ties, trade, and global peace in their first phone call post-inauguration. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/modi6-1498544871.webp)
Indian PM Modi and US President Trump discuss strengthening ties, trade, and global peace in their first phone call post-inauguration.
Z-Morh Tunnel: India’s Strategic Gambit in Kashmir

India’s Z-Morh Tunnel boosts connectivity in Kashmir but raises military and geopolitical concerns, sparking tensions with Pakistan and China.
India, Kuwait Upgrade Ties to Strategic Partnership on Modi Visit
![India and Kuwait elevate ties to a strategic partnership, boosting cooperation in key sectors like pharma, IT, and defense. [Image via Arab News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4557059-1128658361.webp)
India and Kuwait elevate ties to a strategic partnership, boosting cooperation in key sectors like pharma, IT, and defense.
President Dissanayake to Visit India in First Overseas Trip
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Sri Lankan President Dissanayake makes first overseas visit to India, pledging stronger economic ties and regional security.
UK to Relaunch Trade Deal Talks With India
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UK to resume free trade deal talks with India in 2025, focusing on strategic partnership and economic growth.
Narendra Modi Receives Warm Welcome During Visit to Nigeria
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Narendra Modi receives a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora and Nigerian leaders during his first visit to Nigeria.
Boosting Communication and Cooperation: Xi and Modi Seek to Improve Ties After Military Clash

Chinese President Xi and Indian PM Modi discuss boosting communication and cooperation to improve ties after military clashes.