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Modi’s war calculus

In order to manufacture internal homology and to establish regional hegemony, the Indian polity, under the watch of the Sangh Parivar, is unfortunately but decidedly wedded to a policy of…

Between LOC and LAC

A fatal clash that broke out between Indian and Chinese troops, in the mountainous region of the Galwan Valley of Ladakh, resulted in the death of at least 20 Indian…

While Bolsonaro Fiddles

While Bolsonaro fiddles

Of course, my title conjures up images of the Emperor Nero (37-68 AD) fiddling while ancient Rome burned, and for many reasons, this myth was a historical falsehood. Fiddles did…

Afghanistan: Perceptions

Afghanistan: perceptions

No country can exist in isolation in the age of globalisation. It has to prioritise its own interests and engage accordingly with other countries. Due to its strategic location, weak…

Importing Gram Daal

Importing gram daal

Part - IV Random thoughts This series on the role of agriculture started with the import of gram daal and ends today with the importance of modern technologies. I feel…

Limited War

Limited war

Inspired by the bellicose nature of his prime minister, the Indian army chief has threatened Pakistan with punitive action in the form of limited war for waging a so-called proxy…

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