Nepal PM quits amid gen-Z protests over corruption, social media ban but the real challenge remains

Published on Sep 10, 2025 05:14 pm IST

India's neighborhood is in turmoil with crises in Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Myanmar. In this episode of Hindustan Times Point Blank, Executive Editor Shishir Gupta analyses the political upheavals, external influences, and rise of new leadership across South Asia, explaining how India's diplomatic response is evolving to these cascading crises and what it all means for regional stability and India's security. Listen as we break down the driving forces shaping this volatile environment and explore the path ahead for India and the region.

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