In this episode, we look at growing protests in Sri Lanka, their political implications, as well as the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan in Pakistan. In Around Southasia in 5 minutes, we talk about the termination of citizenship for high-profile dissidents by Myanmar’s military regime, the tragic resurgence of communal violence in India, Nepal’s upcoming local government elections, and more.

Plus in our culture section Bookmarked, we discuss the 25th edition of Film Southasia held in Lalitpur, Nepal, plus our monthly recommendations for reading and watching.

Full episode transcript: https://www.himalmag.com/southasiasphere-escalating-crisis-srilanka-nepal-elections-film-southasia-2022-and-more/