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INDO-PACIFIC: A NEW DAWN
“Whoever controls the Indian Ocean will dominate Asia. The ocean is the key to the Seven Seas.” Alfred Thayer Mahan The Indo Pacific, which stretches from Africa’s Eastern Coast to Australia’s Western Coast, is […]
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An Opportunist Journalist in the Judge’s Robes: Justice for Sale
By affording apt and speedy justice to the people of the country, an independent judiciary instils some semblance of security in the society that also contributes towards functioning of a vibrant democracy. Judiciary as a […]
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A Hall of Mirrors
Social media, long heralded as a revolutionary tool for connecting and communicating, has evolved into a two-edged sword. While it promotes global communities and quick information access, its underbelly hides a dark reality: the erosion […]
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A dual game by China
“China is trying to win the Geopolitical Chess Game without moving a single piece on Chess Board.” The Central banks worry about another inflationary spike following 35% drop of traffic through the Red Sea-thanks […]
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BRICS: The De-dollarization Efforts
The BRICS alliance, consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has issued a call for Middle Eastern nations to cease using the US dollar for oil payments and instead utilize local currencies. This […]
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5th Province? Pak-Afghan Relations
The bond between Pakistan and Afghanistan is a polygonal one, characterized by a rich tapestry of historical layers and underlying tensions, presenting a dynamic interplay that is ripe for further investigation. The relationship between Pakistan […]
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The Impact of AI on Elections Worldwide: Opportunities and Challenges
The political landscape is undergoing a radical change with the emergence of AI in electoral politics. One significant example was the use of AI-generated content by the Republican National Committee to criticise the Democratic candidate, […]
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The Iran-Israel Standoff: World at the Crossroads
As one reflects on Iran’s response to the recent Israeli attack on its consulate in Damascus, memories of previous Iranian strikes come rushing back. In January 2020, Iran retaliated against American targets in Iraq following […]
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SWEDEN MEMBERSHIP IN NATO: A STRATEGIC OUTLOOK
On 07 March 2024, Sweden became the 32nd member of North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), marking end of 200 years of Swedish non-alignment policy. Historically, Finland and Sweden have maintained non-alignment to avoid hostilities with […]
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IAF Revelation of Accidental Firing BrahMos: Concerns and Implications
The recent revelation by the Indian Air Force (IAF) claims the accidental firing of BrahMos combat missile in neighboring territory, in March 2022. Though the facts and reasons provided are insufficient, this development has raised […]