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Rising tides: China's expansive claims and Southeast Asia's battle for sovereignty
The North Natuna Sea has recently emerged as a focal point of geopolitical tension, bringing to light the complex and often volatile...
Research Paper: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s views on women’s rights and their influence on government policies
Synopsis Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, held progressive views on women’s rights, emphasizing...
BRICS and India’s pivotal role in shaping a multipolar world
The BRICS grouping – consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – is one of the most significant global alliances...
Justin Trudeau’s politically driven courtship of Khalistani elements: A path to diplomatic ruin
In recent years, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has found himself at the center of controversy for his repeated engagement with...
The Price Of Bangladesh’s US Vassalage
Militaristic belligerence from a Bangladeshi point of view is mere bluster as the country cannot even pay for its electricity bills.
The Battle for Bangladesh: Rising Islamist extremism vs. U.S.-style democracy
In recent years, Bangladesh—a South Asian nation renowned for its rich cultural heritage and progressive history—has found itself...
Making Islam acceptable for Britain: a journey through Islamophobia
(An AI-generated image of a towering mosque in London.) Current discussions in and outside of the British parliament have centred on the...
Forging the future: How Prime Minister Modi's U.S. visit strengthens India-America ties
The relationship between India and the United States has steadily evolved over the years, transcending its Cold War-era tensions and...
Controversial Professor calls for nuclear weapons treaty between Bangladesh and Pakistan
Professor Dr. Shahiduzzaman, a Bangladeshi academic known for his expertise in international relations, has sparked controversy by...
Is Bangladesh following a ‘de-Baathification’ model? : Erosion of secularism and humanism
The concept of "De-Baathification," when applied to Bangladesh, symbolises the systematic removal or suppression of Awami League...
Sheikh Hasina’s tough tactics led to her downfall
Sheikh Hasina’s tenure as Prime Minister of Bangladesh has been a precarious balancing act, navigating domestic challenges while under...
India’s cultural resilience: A beacon for progress
In a rapidly changing world marked by geopolitical shifts, technological revolutions, and environmental crises, India's cultural and...
India's Olympics bid
India, a nation rich in history, culture, and economic potential, is steadily carving out its position as a global superpower. In this...
Muhammad Yunus: A new dawn in Bangladesh, but many fear the night
Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and visionary founder of Grameen Bank, has recently been appointed as the leader of...
Professor Muhammad Yunus and the future of Bangladesh
The political landscape of Bangladesh has long been dominated by the leadership of Sheikh Hasina, the country's longest-serving Prime...
India-Bangladesh relations: A partnership beyond political changes
India and Bangladesh share a unique and complex relationship shaped by geography, history, and shared cultural ties. As neighbors in...
Chinese duality in Tajikistan raises concerns
China's increasing influence in Central Asia, particularly in Tajikistan, has become a topic of significant concern. The Telegraph...
Sectarian shadows: Shia marginalisation in Pakistan
On July 27, 2024, the Upper Kurram district in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was engulfed in violent clashes between two tribes,...
Confronting misinformation and accountability: The 2024 Bangladesh student uprising and its consequences
Twenty years ago, I penned my first article on Bangladesh, focusing on student violence incited by the Jamaat-e-Islami student wing. They...
Navigating strategic partnerships: India's choice between the Quad and RIC
India stands at a critical juncture in its foreign policy, where it must decide whether to deepen its involvement in the Quadrilateral...
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