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Protecting India’s Dharma and Sea Lanes: A Clear‑Eyed Look at Iran’s IRGC, Kashmir, and Rights
India’s civilisational ethos of pluralism and Dharmic balance calls for clear judgment in the Persian Gulf and Kashmir. A sober assessment distinguishes Iran’s luminous civilisation from the coercive toolkit of the IRGC, whose actions endanger maritime trade, energy security, and Indian crews. Documented crackdowns on protests and discrimination against Baháʼís challenge any uncritical romanticism of…
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BNP’s 2026 Landslide in Bangladesh: Democracy on Trial, Dharmic Minorities and Security
Bangladesh’s 2026 general election produced a BNP landslide, prompting urgent debate over electoral integrity, minority rights, and regional security. This analysis explains how first-past-the-post rules can compress representation for Dharmic communities—Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs—and why party nomination patterns matter when national swings are large. It details practical safeguards to prevent communal violence in the…
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“Once Iran Is Free”: Reza Pahlavi’s Vision for a Bold, Respectful New Chapter with India
Reza Pahlavi outlines a values-based pathway for India–Iran relations that places sovereignty, liberty, and mutual partnership at the center. He highlights deep civilisational links and India’s cultural heritage as foundations for renewed cooperation. Policy priorities include energy security, water resilience, and demographic challenges, areas where India’s technology and renewable energy leadership can make a decisive…
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Rajnath Singh’s Sindh Remark Sparks Diplomatic Firestorm as Pakistan Revives ‘Expansionist’ Charge
Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned remarks attributed to India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh referencing Sindh, calling them evidence of a ‘Hindutva mindset’ and reviving the ‘expansionist’ charge. The controversy highlights how rhetoric can escalate Indo-Pak Relations and complicate confidence-building measures. Situating the issue within South Asian Geopolitics, the analysis emphasizes the need to distinguish…
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Bangladesh Youth Firearms Training: Essential Analysis, Risks, and Proven Paths to Peace
This analysis examines claims about youth firearms training in Bangladesh with clear, verifiable criteria, separating routine preparedness from allegations of sectarian mobilization. Readers discover how to evaluate sources, identify disinformation, and understand the legal and institutional context that governs training programs. The discussion highlights implications for India–Bangladesh relations and regional security without resorting to alarmism.…
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The Complete Strategy Blueprint: India’s Proven, Calibrated Path to an Indo-Pak Stability Breakthrough
Public impatience over India-Pakistan tensions is understandable, but durable peace requires a calibrated sequence of actions rather than quick escalation. Recent policy moves—tightened visas, treaty posture recalibrations, and legal enforcement—signal a shift toward structured, long-horizon statecraft. Strategic patience imposes sustained costs on violent networks, preserves initiative, and mitigates external coordination risks. Balakot established deterrence; the…
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Iran’s Nuclear Program and Israel’s Red Lines: The Complete Guide to Regional Security Stakes
This analysis clarifies why Israel views Iran’s nuclear program as an existential risk, how U.S. policy has shifted from sanctions to negotiated limits and back, and where India’s strategic autonomy fits into the picture. Readers discover the roles of Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and regional militias in shaping deterrence and escalation. The piece outlines practical…
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G-21: FORGING THE FUTURE
In a reflective account of the G-20 Summit in New Delhi, this blog post extols the transformative impact and commitments made by global leaders for a sustainable future. Emphasizing India’s leadership, the narrative showcases Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s priorities and the summit’s key outcomes. It highlights critical issues addressed, such as climate change and geopolitical…
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Afghanistan’s Throes Of Instability And Conflict
The situation in Afghanistan, often referred to as the ‘graveyard of empires,’ has been marked by ongoing conflicts and instability within its borders and in its relations with neighboring countries like Pakistan and Iran. The Taliban’s strict rule has imposed a heavy burden on ordinary Afghans, leaving them with no escape from their oppressive regime.…
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Origins of Khalistani Terrorism in Canada
The rise of Khalistani terrorism in Canada and India is a troubling phenomenon that has had far-reaching consequences for the security and social cohesion of both countries. Advocates of Khalistan, a hypothetical independent Sikh state, have resorted to violence and terror tactics to achieve their political aims, including bombings, assassinations, and targeted killings. The victims…
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Pakistan, With Head Above The Water : Way The Cookie Crumbles
In my recent engagements in the realm of geopolitics, a recurring question has been the focus: Can Pakistan endure its current challenges? My unwavering response is a resounding “yes.” Pakistan, despite its fragile political and economic landscapes, has a history of resilience and survival. Voices from within Pakistan echo this sentiment, and international actors are…
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Punjab – Seeking Way Forward In Simmering Crisis
Amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics, the reported Kashmir-Khalistan (K2) project orchestrated by Pakistan’s ISI has raised concerns, aimed at rekindling the Khalistan movement even in the face of improving conditions in Kashmir. Extremist leaders operating from Pakistan and the recent shooting down of the Khalistan Commando Force Chief, Paramjit Singh Panjwar, in Lahore, serve as unsettling…
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Peaceful Pakistan: An Utopian Vision?
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Déjà vu in Pakistan: The eerie similarities between 2023 and 1971
Pakistan is facing a complex set of political and economic challenges in 2023, which bear some striking similarities to the situation the country faced in 1971. In both cases, the popular electoral choice has been kept out of power, bad economic markers such as GDP and inflation have been on the rise, and regional identity…
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US or China – Who started it?
There are many claims that it was the US, irked by China’s economic and geopolitical rise, started surrounding China with bases and military posts and thus threatened the Chinese. Is it correct? To understand the current predicament, we must understand what has happened between these two countries. Let us quickly breeze through the historical issues…
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Understanding Manipur Dynamics
By Air Marshal Anil Khosla (Retd). Manipur was merged fully with the Indian Union on October 15, 1949, but it became a full-fledged state more than two decades later, in 1972. Manipur is known for its ethnic and cultural diversity. But the state has been plagued by internecine conflicts among different ethnic groups and tribes.…
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China’s Invisible War With India And The World
By Cdr Sandeep Dhawan (Retd). On 15 June 2020, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) backstabbed the Indian Army patrolling team during the Galwan Valley Clash. The whole nation was angry, but the flag-bearers of the India-China Friendship Association (ICFA) were unwavering in their support for China. ICFA didn’t see any reason to sever ties with China or…