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A preventable tragedy in Bengaluru spotlights India's chronic crowd management gaps—how many more must die before safety becomes policy, not chance? ...
India’s planned investment in the Shillong–Silchar corridor is emblematic of efforts aimed at reducing dependence on Bangladesh, bolstering ties with Myanmar, and repositioning the Northeast in its regional diplomacy. ...
India’s mega-plan for Great Nicobar promises maritime might—but highlights the caveats for endangered species, tribal rights, and fragile ecosystems. ...
As US visa denials rise, Indian students' aspirations face hurdles. This is India's moment to pivot from outbound dependency into a robust domestic education boom. ...
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Once a niche asset, blue bonds are riding a wave of climate urgency and investor interest—but scaling them demands stronger rules and broader buy-in. ...
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Iran and Ethiopia’s new security pact marks a pivotal shift influenced by BRICS, which is redrawing power lines in the Horn of Africa and challenging Western influence. ...
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After a historic election marked by record turnout and political upheaval, South Korea’s new president faces the daunting task of restoring democratic norms, reviving the economy, and navigating a deeply fractured political landscape. ...
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Riot Control Agents, long accepted for civilian policing, are increasingly deployed in conflict zones—blurring legal boundaries, raising ethical concerns, and threatening the global consensus against chemical weapons. ...
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Policies ease entry for women entrepreneurs—but without spatial justice, equity in India’s markets is still out of reach. ...
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Trump’s return to power has reshaped America’s energy policy—forcing India to balance pragmatism, resilience, and opportunity. ...
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As maritime dynamics in the Western Indian Ocean continue to evolve, sustained Indian engagement in the region will be necessary to safeguard national interests and shape a stable regional order. ...
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With rising climate and cyber risks, India and Australia could steer Five Eyes into a new era of Indo-Pacific resilience. ...
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The fall of Sheikh Hasina has opened the floodgates of political upheaval in Bangladesh, with youth-led forces rising amid a retreat of secularism. ...
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The start-up stage is over. The pilot projects are done. Now, the world’s largest payments system must cross borders, as part of India’s grand strategy. ...
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India’s green light to the AMCA stealth fighter project signals a major push toward airpower parity and defence indigenisation amid regional flux. ...
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Trillion-dollar deals and strategic resets: the Arab world finds fresh footing in Washington’s shifting Middle East priorities. ...
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China’s ULB debt crisis reveals what Indian cities must avoid while building infrastructure and chasing growth. ...
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India’s Vizhinjam and Sri Lanka’s Colombo ports may be seen as rivals, but shared stakes hint at a more collaborative maritime future. ...
This article assesses how South Asian countries have responded to tensions and escalations between India and Pakistan since 2014. ...
India stands on the success of economic reforms that started with constraints but are now powered by conviction. Now, it must complete the last-mile compliance reforms. ...
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With the Golden Dome, Trump bets on an all-encompassing missile defence—testing the limits of technology, diplomacy, and deterrence. ...
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Indian Customs is playing a pivotal role in achieving Viksit Bharat by securing borders, streamlining trade, and integrating India into global value chains ...
New redlines, old rivalries—India’s deterrence doctrine walks a fine line between resolve, restraint, and reputational risk. ...
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This two-part article series aims to assess how South Asian countries have responded to wars and tensions between India and Pakistan. ...
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Trump’s return signals major policy shifts that may challenge ASEAN’s unity and test Malaysia’s 2025 chairmanship amid rising US-China tensions. ...
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India emerges as Russia’s key energy partner, offering stable ties, as China’s leverage and engagement show signs of strain ...
Ashish Upreti is a serving Indian Army officer with over 25 years of experience in operations, crisis management and strategic communications. He has represented India at international forums and written articles and opinion pieces for national and international publications. In ...
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Ashish Upreti is a serving Indian Army officer with over 25 years of experience in operations, crisis management and strategic communications. He has represented India at international forums and written articles and opinion pieces for national and international publications. In ...
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