India Cornered: China’s Relentless Expansion Exposes New Delhi’s Helplessness
China’s expansionist border militarization challenges India’s strategy as Beijing strengthens its influence along the LAC.
Pakistan Knocked Out of ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 as Hosts
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Pakistan knocked out from ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after losses to New Zealand & India; final match vs Bangladesh on Feb 27.
Development or Demographic Shift? Kashmir’s Farmers Resist Land Takeover
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Kashmir’s farmers resist land takeover as highways and townships reshape the region under India’s development drive.
Qatari Emir’s India-Iran Tour: Trade, Diplomacy, and The Region
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Qatar’s Emir embarks on a strategic tour to India and Iran, boosting trade, diplomacy, and regional influence amid rivalries.
India’s Defence Procurement Woes: A System Stuck in Bureaucratic Quicksand
India’s defence procurement is plagued by delays, inefficiency, and corruption, threatening national security and readiness.
Hate Speech Against Minorities In India Increased by 74% In 2024, Research Group Reports
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Hate speech against minorities in India surged 74% in 2024, with peaks during election season, India Hate Lab reports.
The Chabahar Conundrum: How US Sanctions Put India’s Geopolitical Gamble in Peril
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US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port disrupt India’s regional ambitions, bolstering Pakistan’s role in South Asian trade.
India’s Chabahar Plans Stumble After US Waiver Reversal
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US rescinds Chabahar port sanctions waiver, impacting India, Afghanistan, and shifting South Asia’s trade dynamics.
AI and LAWS in Warfare: The Tech That Could Tip South Asia’s Power Scale
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AI and LAWs are changing the rules of engagement. How will this impact regional stability, security, and the balance of power?
Indian Media Sues OpenAI’s ChatGPT for Copyright Infringement
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India’s top news outlets, including ANI, sue OpenAI for allegedly using their content without permission to train ChatGPT.