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War Clouds Gather over Iran

Whilst war is not likely in the foreseeable future, the likelihood of its occurrence further down the line has increased in the light of Admiral Mullen’s statement.

Mahan Abedin |
September 01, 2010 |
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Kashmir: Policy in a Time of Contending Realities

The coexistence of contending realities in Kashmir is a natural corollary of the transition from conflict to peace. A successful transition to peace is not only a test of Indian...

Arpita Anant |
August 31, 2010 |
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The Upcoming Nalanda University

The new Nalanda University now being planned to be rebuilt will soon provide momentum to the systematic study of Buddhism in India of various shades and nuances.

P. K. Gautam |
August 31, 2010 |
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China’s Denial of Visa to the Indian General: Not So Incomprehensible

The various diplomatic rows and even the border problem are symptoms of the larger problems that exist between India and China – the competition for status, influence and power.

Prashant Kumar Singh |
August 30, 2010 |
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America Leaves Iraq: A Strategic Appraisal

As the latest wave of deadly bombings across Iraq vividly demonstrates, the war-torn country has a long way to go before it achieves an acceptable level of stability.

Mahan Abedin |
August 27, 2010 |
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Pentagon Report on China: Assessment or Exaggeration?

Even though the report is fairly cautious in what it says and does not highlight anything new, the reactions on the Chinese side have not been that positive.

Gunjan Singh |
August 26, 2010 |
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Portuguese-speaking countries: a new niche for Indian foreign policy?

If India wants to engage with the “Global South” in a more meaningful way, it should recognize its Anglophone bias and consider developing relations with Portuguese-speaking countries and thus open...

Constantino Xavier |
August 26, 2010 |
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Indonesia and the challenge of Papuan separatism

Many Papuans prefer to internationalise their plight and seek a third party to settle the issue as they do not trust the Jakarta elites and Indonesians in general.

Bilveer Singh |
August 25, 2010 |
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Australia’s Tryst with Coalition Politics

A ‘Labor government with Independent-Green characteristics’ will have an impact on the government’s style of functioning and might lead to changes in the very core of Australia’s domestic and foreign...

Rahul Mishra |
August 25, 2010 |
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Explaining ceaseless jihadism and jihadi violence in Indonesia

This commentary attempts to answer the question as to why the flow of jihadis is unending despite tough measures being undertaken by Jakarta, on its own or in collaboration with...

Bilveer Singh |
August 24, 2010 |
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Towards Indo-Japan nuclear agreement: Prospects and Challenges

The urge to sign a nuclear agreement with India is driven by Japan’s entrepreneurial interest and by the new emphasis on technology exports as a part of economic growth strategy.

Shamshad A. Khan |
August 24, 2010 |
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Inherent values and substance bind India and the United States

Shared values and growing cooperation in a range of fields are transforming India-US relations into an enduring strategic partnership in the 21st century.

Calling the Army for Peace Restoration

The interim opportunity provided by the Army’s curtailment of insurgent activity needs to be utilised to meet the aspirations of the local population in insurgency affected areas.

K C Dixit |
August 23, 2010 |
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Time to Redeem SAARC

While the world community is trying its best to provide help to flood affected Pakistan in spite of aid fatigue, SAARC is conspicuous by its absence.

Smruti S. Pattanaik |
August 20, 2010 |
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Industrial and Environmental Disasters inside the Global Giant: Is something wrong with the Chinese development model?

The present reality of industrial and environmental disasters in China calls for a reality check about India blindly copying the Chinese development model.

Avinash Godbole |
August 20, 2010 |
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Political Crisis in Fiji and India’s Concerns

Politically isolated in the international community both at the regional and multi-lateral levels, Fiji has found an apt ally in China to ward off any further pressure.

Balaji Chandramohan |
August 19, 2010 |
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Neither ‘fundamental’ nor a ‘shift’

The ISI threat assessment may be received with great enthusiasm in Western capitals and policy circles, but for observers from the subcontinent it is neither ‘fundamental’ nor a ‘shift’.

Pakistan Floods: Causes and Consequences

Apart from alleviating the material plight of the people, transforming the feudal mindset and operationalising reforms to induce fair play and social justice should be one of the long term...

Medha Bisht |
August 19, 2010 |
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Chinese and American Muscle-flexing in South-China Sea: Implications for India

India has to calibrate its relationship with China, the US, and countries of East Asia with great circumspection in the wake of the resurfacing of tensions in the South China...

R N Das |
August 19, 2010 |
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Elections in Myanmar

On one hand the military Junta is wary of the international backlash in case it tampers with the election process, and on the other it knows what its fate would...

Rahul Mishra |
August 19, 2010 |
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