Srinagar, Jan. 29 -- With democrats in power, US policies towards South Asia are expected to nuance a bit and may be in some areas go through a makeover

THERE has been some sense of relief in the world after Joe Biden took over as the US president, replacing Donald Trump who during his tumultuous four years polarized America, undermined global institutions and also encouraged dictatorial leaders in other countries. In Kashmir too, Biden has generated some hope. Sections of people expect him and his colleague Kamala Harris to be more sensitive to the situation in Kashmir. During their campaign, both Biden and Harris raised the then prevailing security lockdown and communication blockade in Kashmir and sought an end to it. In a policy pape...