As the Iran-Israel conflict escalates into its most volatile phase in recent memory, India finds itself navigating a complex diplomatic tightrope. The Israeli airstrikes of June 13, 2025—dubbed "Operation Rising…
On June 13, 2025, diplomacy gave way to direct military confrontation as Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion," a pre-emptive strike targeting Iran's key nuclear and military facilities. Among the primary…
When Deterrence Breaks Down Between Israel and Iran The latest escalation between Israel and Iran marks a perilous moment in West Asian geopolitics, where decades of shadow war have slipped…
Every year on June 5th, the familiar scenes unfold across India. Saplings are planted by schoolchildren under fluttering banners, bureaucrats pose beside freshly dug pits with ceremonial shovels, and hashtags…
On June 4, 2025, two lifeless bodies were discovered in the rugged terrain of Kalat district, Balochistan. No public investigation, no names announced, and no responsibility accepted. Just silence. Yet…
The enforced disappearances of Baloch students from under the shadow of Pakistan’s security apparatus represent not isolated tragedies but a corrosive, systematic state-run campaign of repression. The recent case of…
When someone dares to file a complaint—be it about harassment, corruption, violence, or abuse—they are not simply reporting an incident. They are disrupting a power structure. And in response, those…
For too long, India has maintained an ambiguous silence on Balochistan—a land ravaged by military occupation, enforced disappearances, and brutal repression at the hands of the Pakistani state. This silence…
T. V. Paul’s The India-Pakistan Conflict: An Enduring Rivalry is a seminal academic contribution to the study of protracted international conflicts, specifically in the context of South Asia’s most volatile…
In a striking new development, the Government of Pakistan has issued an official notification directing all federal departments to refer to Baloch insurgent groups as "Fitna al-Hindustan" — a term…
In May 2025, the tranquil cities of Lillehammer and Utøya in Norway once again hosted the World Expression Forum (WEXFO), a global platform that seeks to defend, celebrate, and expand…
The land of Sindh is not only significant for its geography or history; it is a wellspring of the Indian subcontinent’s cultural and spiritual consciousness. Sindh’s poetic heritage—especially its Sufi…
The Kashmir Valley, often celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural tapestry, has long been a fertile ground for poetic expression. Over centuries, Kashmiri poets have used verse to…
Pashto poetry is not just a literary tradition—it is a living memory of the Pashtun soul. From oral verses recited around tribal fires to refined modern ghazals published in literary…
Over the past few decades, India has made remarkable strides in space technology. It has achieved milestones that inspire even the most advanced nations. There was a time when India's…
In its 2025 report titled “Pakistan must end crackdown on Baloch human rights defenders,” Amnesty International has issued a scathing indictment of the Pakistani state’s ongoing repression in Balochistan. The…
Malik Mohammad Khan Marri was a veteran Baloch nationalist leader and an unwavering figure in the struggle for Balochistan’s autonomy and cultural dignity. His life embodied the collective aspirations of…
Among the most brutal and underreported human rights crises within Pakistan is the phenomenon of enforced disappearances and targeted killings in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK). This is not merely…
The ongoing unrest in Pakistan’s restive provinces of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) signals a deepening crisis of state legitimacy and national cohesion. The regions, long plagued by political alienation,…
In the complex and often turbulent political history of Balochistan, few names resonate with as much moral authority and political clarity as Mir Ghous Bakhsh Bizenjo. Revered as “Baba-e-Balochistan” (Father…
Nawab Khair Bakhsh Marri's name stands etched in the political history of South Asia not just as a tribal chieftain but as the unwavering conscience of the Baloch resistance. He…
In the shadow of Pakistan’s long-running conflict with Balochistan, one figure has stood out for his quiet resilience and moral clarity: Mama Qadeer, whose real name is Abdul Qadeer Baloch.…
For more than seven decades, Balochistan has been held in a chokehold—its people trapped between the dreams of dignity and the machinery of state violence. This arid, mineral-rich region, forming…
Balochistan, a region marked by its geographical and cultural diversity, is not only renowned for its natural resources and geopolitical significance but also for its deep literary and cultural heritage.…
In the shadow of Pakistan's grand national narratives lies a bruised and bleeding province—Balochistan. Despite being the country's largest and most resource-rich region, it remains one of the most underdeveloped…
Espionage in ancient India was not a peripheral concern—it was an intrinsic part of governance, war strategy, and moral-political philosophy. From the mythical tales of Hanuman in the Ramayana to…
In Pakistan, the drumbeat of democracy often rings hollow. While elections are held and parliaments are formed, a different, darker narrative unfolds in parallel — one marked by the systematic…
Introduction In the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, a nation founded on the promise of religious freedom and protection for minorities, one community has persistently borne the brunt of systemic persecution:…
From its inception in 1947, Pakistan has grappled with the contradictions of building a unified nation-state from deeply diverse parts. While religion was positioned as the glue that could hold…
Terrorism today is neither ideologically monolithic nor geographically confined. It thrives in a multipolar world riddled with digital disinformation, proxy conflicts, and porous borders. As such, state responses have evolved…
Introduction: China’s Strategic Pivot in South Asia The evolution of China’s role in South Asia, particularly within the context of the India-Pakistan rivalry, reflects a deliberate and sustained effort to…
In South Asia, the unresolved India–Pakistan conflict has long stood as a defining feature of regional geopolitics, with the world watching anxiously as two nuclear-armed nations teeter on the brink…
Since its turbulent birth in 1947, Pakistan’s journey has been defined by a deep and persistent struggle between the promise of civilian governance and the realities of military dominance. Time…
In India’s intricate social fabric, identity has always been a source of strength—binding communities, offering support, and preserving culture. Yet, this same force, when intertwined with loyalty networks, can also…
On April 22, 2025, the illusion of calm in Kashmir was shattered. Armed militants attacked a group of Indian and foreign tourists near Pahalgam, killing 26 and wounding many more.…
Morality in India has grown fluid—not because ethics has ceased to matter, but because its meaning has become negotiable. In the swirl of politics, profit, media, and identity, right and…
Democracy is not merely a mechanism of elections; it is a living ethical construct—anchored in civil liberties, institutional transparency, and judicial integrity. But when the machinery of power aligns itself…
In Uttar Pradesh, justice doesn’t just falter. It pivots—deliberately, cynically—away from the guilty and lands on whoever is easiest to crush. After a crime, the question that often floats around…
In Pakistan today, identity is not merely personal—it is political, bureaucratic, and frequently perilous. As the country reels from economic distress, intensifying political contestation, and social unrest, the question of…
In India, politics is shaped not just by ideologies and policies, but by identity—how people see themselves and how they are seen by others. Whether caste, religion, language, or gender,…
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