A Turbulent Af-Pak Again?
The internal discourse in Pakistan and Afghanistan, once again, has started revolving around “who started the fire?” Both countries should know there is little to gain from this.
Chitral – The (Dis)Information Incursion
TTP’s audience reach in the digital spaces posit how militants are equipped to start information catastrophes. The recent events in Chitral are a telling.
India at G20: Is the Glitter Just Surface Deep?
As India prepares to take the spotlight at the G20 Summit, it\’s essential to question whether this glittering opportunity signifies a genuine commitment to address pressing concerns or if it merely serves as a facade. The issues of rising inflation, extremism, Islamophobia, and the Kashmir situation cast a shadow on India\’s international image.
September 6th: The Battle Within
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Beyond the displays of military prowess, September 6th is a day for introspection—a time to acknowledge that while external threats are palpable, the gravest danger often festers within our borders.
China and Afghanistan: The Blossoming of a Mutual Affinity
A new partnership is growing in the South Asian region. China is extending its hand to the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, on principles of respecting sovereignty & non-interference in internal matters.
The Fault in Our Stars
The dilemma of misrepresentation of South Asian cultures in Western media has multiplied identity crises and distorted the image of people of this region in the globalized world.
PTM: Protection of Pashtuns or Sub-Nationalist Motives?
The ethno-national fault line of Pakistan’s North-West has tactfully been weaponized by PTM to further sub-nationalist desires.
The Taliban Eclipse
Two years of Kabul’s takeover, what is new and what is old about the new rulers of Afghanistan?
Pakistan: The Flip Side
Uniquely born and uniquely existing, this is the story of Pakistan’s 76 years as a free country.
Melting Glaciers: A Threat to South Asian Topography
Melting glaciers in South Asia are triggering a profound transformation with far-reaching consequences. Pakistan\’s vulnerability to this crisis comes sharply into focus, as shrinking ice sheets threaten water resources, agricultural stability, and even national security.