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In Afghanistan’s Capital, Air Pollution May Be Even Deadlier Than War
By Associated Press
Kabul is now one of the world’s most polluted cities.
We Still Don’t Know Who Won Afghanistan’s Presidential Election
By Catherine Putz
More than 40 days after the pivotal presidential election, we’re still unsure how many votes were cast -- not to mention who the victor is.
India to Kick off Military Exercise Involving 40,000 Troops Near Pakistan’s Border
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A corps level exercise of the Indian Army will be held from November 13 to 18 in Rajasthan.
Death of a Caliph: The Islamic State in Khorasan Province After al-Baghdadi
By Saurav Sarkar
ISKP continues to pose a real threat to Afghanistan, despite al-Baghdadi’s death.
India’s Defense Ministry Signs $2.8 Billion Deal For 464 T-90MS Main Battle Tanks
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The defense ministry concluded an agreement with the state-owned Ordnance Factory Board to license-build 464 T-90S main battle tanks.
The (Legal) Battle for Air Superiority
By Roncevert Ganan Almond
Yet another round in India v. Pakistan
Kashmir: The Key to a Grand Bargain
By Claude Rakisits
The present situation in Kashmir cannot continue. It’s time for daring steps to forge lasting peace.
India’s Updated Political Map Sparks Controversy in Nepal
By StoriesAsia
A new Indian political map has revived concerns in Kathmandu about Kalapani.
The Russo-Indian AK-203 Venture: A Case Study in Defense Pragmatism?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
What does India’s decision to enter into a massive rifle production joint venture with Russia say about its priorities?
Hindu Temple Triumphs in Babri Masjid Mosque Case
By Associated Press
India’s Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Hindu temple in one of India’s most contentious religious disputes.
Championing Tax Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific
By Sakshi Rai
What can the region do to better cooperate on tax issues?
What Can We Learn from the US State Department’s Terrorism Report on Pakistan?
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan took some serious criticism irrespective of the country’s efforts.