Venus Upadhayaya
Reporter
Venus Upadhayaya reports on India, China, and the Global South. Her traditional area of expertise is in Indian and South Asian geopolitics. Community media, sustainable development, and leadership remain her other areas of interest.
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China’s New ‘5-Anti Campaign’ Will Further Purge Those Who Oppose Xi Jinping: China Analyst
In a redux of the infamous Mao-era campaign, Xi aims to sow division among CCP elites, in order to more easily purge their ranks, says a China expert.
Bomb Hoax at Hundreds of Delhi Area Schools Wednesday Sparks Panic, Conspiracy Concerns
Police suspect a conspiracy to cause panic and disruption in India’s capital.
UN Fails to Respond to Complaint Calling for Uniform Definition of Sharia in Light of Human Rights Violations
Submitted almost two months ago, the complaint by dozens of concerned citizens worldwide has not received an acknowledgment.
As India Votes, a Strong Govt. and a Strong Opposition Are Vital to Its Democratic Health: Analysts
India needs to elect a strong majority, say election analysts. But just as important to this young democracy is developing a culture of strong opposition.
Scenes From Chaos: A Journalist Recounts Her Escape From Kabul
Indian journalist Nayanima Basu recalls a harrowing adventure in her newly-released book.
China, Foreign Actors May Interfere in India Elections, Say Experts
With almost 800 million internet users and general elections starting Friday, India is at high risk for cyber and influence campaigns by foreign actors.
In a World of New Challenges to Democracy, Experts Examine the Significance of India’s Upcoming Elections
Over 950 million voters will head to the polls in India’s elections next week. A look at the election’s domestic and global importance.
With a Massive Youth Population Poised to Drive Growth, India Encourages Startups, Development in Northern Border Regions
India’s youth population—the largest in the world—is a focus for policymakers, particularly in its volatile border states.
