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India’s Election Will Stretch Over 44 Days. Why Does It Take So Long?

India’s Election Will Stretch Over 44 Days. Why Does It Take So Long?

By Krutika Pathi
India’s 28 states and eight federal territories will vote at different times, with the first phase held on April 19 and the last on June 1.

India Suffering a Quiet Decline in Foreign Direct Investment

India Suffering a Quiet Decline in Foreign Direct Investment

By Mohamed Zeeshan
Since 2016, net FDI inflows have fallen from about 1.7 percent of GDP to a little over 0.5 percent, according to the RBI.
Pakistani Airstrikes Target Suspected Pakistani Taliban Hideouts in Afghanistan

Pakistani Airstrikes Target Suspected Pakistani Taliban Hideouts in Afghanistan

By Munir Ahmed and Rahim Faiez
A few hours later, the Afghan Taliban retaliated by targeting Pakistani military posts near the border.

India’s Agni-V Test: Implications for Regional Strategic Stability

India’s Agni-V Test: Implications for Regional Strategic Stability

By Abdul Moiz Khan
India's MIRV breakthrough will incentivize Pakistan to modernize its own nuclear force.

Nepalis Stuck in the Russian Army: A Familiar Tale for Nepal

Nepalis Stuck in the Russian Army: A Familiar Tale for Nepal

By Rishi Gupta
Once again, Kathmandu finds itself ill-equipped to defend the interests of its citizens abroad.

Where Do Taliban-Pakistan Relations Stand Now?

Where Do Taliban-Pakistan Relations Stand Now?

By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
One reason driving Islamabad’s renewed efforts in Afghanistan may be India’s continuing moves to expand its dealings with the Taliban.

Maiden Test for India’s Agni-5 MIRV Missile

Maiden Test for India’s Agni-5 MIRV Missile

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
MIRV is a complex technology, and India’s test this week puts it among a small group of countries that have managed to develop it.
How Should Bangladesh Handle Myanmar’s Fleeing Soldiers?

How Should Bangladesh Handle Myanmar’s Fleeing Soldiers?

By Shahariar Sadat and Arafat Reza
More and more Myanmar troops are seeking refuge in Bangladesh. Dhaka can use this situation to its advantage.

An ‘India Out’ Campaign Gathers Pace in Bangladeshi Social Media

An ‘India Out’ Campaign Gathers Pace in Bangladeshi Social Media

By Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb
Activists have called for a boycott of Indian products in protest against India’s support of the Awami League’s manipulation of elections in Bangladesh.

The Dawn of India’s Semiconductor Era

The Dawn of India’s Semiconductor Era

By Sitakanta Mishra and Nisarg Jani
New Delhi is looking to develop an entire ecosystem, from design to manufacturing, rather than focusing on a specific segment of the chip industry.

Strategic Shifts: India’s MIRV Milestone and Nuclear Policy Dynamics

Strategic Shifts: India’s MIRV Milestone and Nuclear Policy Dynamics

By Rahul Wankhede
Exploring the technical aspects and strategic implications of India’s MIRV breakthrough – and the impact on nuclear doctrine.
China and India’s Intense Contest for Influence

China and India’s Intense Contest for Influence

By Jabin T. Jacob
India has kept a close watch on China’s activities and responded strongly where its security was directly affected.

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