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Return to articleOnce Again, Concerns Arise About China-Pakistan WMD Nexus
A few days ago, an Indian news agency, Press Trust of India (PTI), reported that Indian security agencies had intercepted a ship that was bound for Karachi from China at Mumbai’s Nhava Sheva Port. The ship was stopped because it…
Inspiring Inclusion in India’s Trade Ecosystem: A Data-Driven Approach
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, it is crucial to recognize the strides made in women’s inclusion in trade while acknowledging the work that remains. India has taken steps to improve the economic opportunities available for women. Yet, significant…
Is India Ready for a Uniform Civil Code?
In the dynamic realm of Indian legal discourse, the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has become a focal point of fervent debates. A national UCC would overrule prevailing personal laws at the local level that are deeply entrenched in religious scripture.…
The Growing Momentum and Pushback Against Anti-Caste Politics in the Diaspora
2023 was a critical year for anti-caste campaigners in the United States and Canada. Months of campaigning on offline and virtual spaces resulted in the prohibition of caste discrimination in some parts of the United States and Canada, but more…
The Economics Behind India’s Farmers’ Protest
India’s farmers are on the warpath again, just a few weeks before the country’s general elections. More than 20,000 farmers, riding on tractors and trucks, have been trying to head toward New Delhi since February 13, in an attempt to…
What’s In A Name? The Etymology of South Asia’s Missiles
Language not only serves as a means of communication but also exerts a significant psycholinguistic impact on listeners. Specific choices of words can intensify or diminish the importance of any issue and shape perspectives passively. The nomenclature of South Asia's…