The derailing minority rights in India

The five hundred incidents of violence against such a small minority is a staggering figure showcasing the dire situation of Indian Christians. The ground realities show that minority rights will be curbed even further in the future.

Why India should help Bangladesh solve Rohingya refugee crisis?

Since the Rohingya problem emerged in the area, India must keep in mind that it has the potential to directly undermine the strategic and economic goals of the QUAD countries, which value the rule of law, democracy, human rights, and freedom.

The vulgar living style of Pakistan’s nouveau riche

Compare the vulgar display of wealth and ostentatious lifestyles of the Sharif and Bhutto- Zardari dynasties with how Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah lived, and you will be surprised. Jinnah, during his legal practice, was the highest-paid lawyer in British India.

China praises Bangladesh for completion of Padma bridge

The Padma Bridge is the most significant gift commemorating the birth centenary of Bangabandhu, the Father of the Nation. It is not simply the bridge across the Padma; it has raised the Bengali nation's confidence to such a level that they can achieve anything

The World Cup and beyond: Thinking strategically about LGBT rights

Qatari officials have insisted in recent years that LGBT fans would be welcome during the World Cup but would be expected to respect norms that frown on public expressions of affection irrespective of sexual orientation.

Continuity between the Bush and Obama administrations?

During Obama's two-term presidency (2009-2017), US foreign policy was based to an extent on the neoconservative doctrines of the Bush White House; but it can be pointed out, that Obama was not as expansionist as his predecessor.

Understanding Indian strategic culture

With the BJP in power for continuous two terms, the classical Hindu strategic thought has further deepened its roots in the country’s foreign policy. Also, RSS’s Akhand Bharat (undivided India) concept is in line with Indian hegemonic ambitions.

The unheard voices of Rohingyas in Bangladesh camps

Myanmar's military has failed to keep its promises. They have deceived the Rohingyas and democratic protestors.  It has not been able to persuade Myanmar to guarantee repatriation. It has also failed to prosecute those who have perpetrated crimes against humanity.

A Tipping Point – Lt. Gen. (r) Asad Durrani

Taking the government to the people’s doorsteps was always conceded as the basic brick of a sound administration and the sine qua non for a vibrant society. The top brass in every concern scuttled the devolution of power to protect its monopoly.

India’s mounting human rights violations and the US response

Under Narendra Modi’s regime, identity-based politics is causing increased polarization in the Indian pluralistic and secular society. His hyper-nationalist policies have already given rise to a conflicting situation within the Indian social fabric.

Pakistan single window: A digital revolution

The PSW is a highly practical way of increasing border clearance performance. In certain ways, it might act as a 'Trojan Horse,' overcoming institutional barriers to collaboration and change. It was, however, not straightforward to create and implement.

Remembering International Refugee Day

Pakistan provided the liberty to registered Afghan refugees to move anywhere in the country, they also have access to health, education in public and private institutions, and employment opportunities throughout Pakistan.