The revival of Hindu nationalism in India is posing an existential threat to the Indian Muslims, gradually stripping them off their freedom and safety. It is sabotaging the social fabric weaving diverse Indian culture, eroding democratic norms and transforming secular nature of its constitution. BJP’s quest for populism and a majoritarian Hindu state, are inspiredREAD MORE
Israel seems one more step ahead towards its strategic ambition of Greater Israel. The Israeli invasion of Syria came in the backdrop of fall of Bashar-al-Assad’s oppressive regime and power overhaul by the armed opposition of Abu Muhammad Al Julani. Although, Assad’s regime was a 24-year tyrannical period suffered by the people of Syria, yetREAD MORE
The contemporary global order is undergoing some critical changes brought-forth by China, however, this change may not completely replace U.S. with China as the leading global power. China's incremental challenge to U.S. dominance through economic, diplomatic and financial strategies may seek coexistence rather than outright replacement of the status quo. The contemporary global order isREAD MORE
Achieving a sustainable and durable peace in the Levant region seems quite a hard nut to crack. This region has been a victim of turmoil and instability since decades, owing to either personal ambitions of stakeholders or foreign involvement and occupation; directly or indirectly. The recent ceasefire that came into effect on November 27, 2024,READ MORE
Intense discussion has been generated by Donald Trump's tariff policy during his first term and in the run-up to his second. His strategy for dealing with foreign trade centers on using tariffs as a weapon to support homegrown industry, close revenue disparities, and fight drug trafficking and illegal immigration. These policies, however, have a bigREAD MORE
The environment laws of Pakistan are not inefficient though there are gaps in this legislation at grass root level. Lahore has recently been declared the most polluted city of the world, second only to New Delhi. The menace of smog has similarly disturbed the lives of millions living in the country. This sparked controversy overREAD MORE