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Why Does Modi’s Victory Spell Trouble for India?
Sehr Rushmeen
June 6, 2024
Modi’s win faces challenges with Congress-led INDIA gains, hinting at political shifts and risks associated with Hindu nationalism
Modi’s win faces challenges with Congress-led INDIA gains, hinting at political shifts and risks associated with Hindu nationalism
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Can this U.S.-China defense dialogue pave the way for a more stable Asia-Pacific and global security environment?
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Youm-e-Takbeer, marking Pakistan’s 1998 nuclear tests, signifies not just a scientific feat but also embodies Pakistan’s national character.
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Since 2014, political metamorphosis of India under BJP has diverged from Nehru’s liberal vision towards a Hindu-centric identity led by Modi.
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ISIS-K threat surge in Afghanistan poses a significant threat to the regional security, with potential spillover into Pakistan.
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Pakistan’s Afghan policy: More than meets the eye. From borders to Cold War and Taliban, unpack the history shaping their relationship.
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