The myth of Indian democracy
The writer is of the view that the Indian constitution has multifarious provisions about fundamental freedoms and other rights. But, the caste-based society and...
What forced India to abandon its world-power ambition?
The writer is of the view that India regarded itself as a rightful successor to Imperial India. It viewed Pakistan as an unviable entity...
Who would bell the China cat?
If the G-7 and NATO china-bashing statements are any guide, the world is in for another long interregnum of the Cold War (since demise...
Sedition law: Hand-maiden of the Modi’s government
Sedition laws have become a handmaid of India’s government under Narendra Modi to stifle dissent, incarcerate political opponents or persecute minorities. Shouting a slogan,...
FATF: A Sword of Damocles or a tool of financial discipline?
Pakistan has been groaning under the Financial Action Task Force restrictions. There is marked contrast between Pakistan’s and India’s view of Pakistan’s current status,...
Jolts to India’s gung-ho prime minister Modi
In his monthly address, India’s prime minister Modi addressed his countrymen to recount his government’s achievements on the internal and external front. This month’s...
Modi’s obduracy amid raging pandemic
The protesting farmers have announced to hold a countrywide protest to demand annulment of the newly enacted farm laws on May 26, 2021. Despite...
Security of nuclear materials in India
The author is of the view that nuclear security is lax in India. More so, because of the 123 Agreement and sprawling nuclear installations...
Covid19 mismanagement in India
The writer is of the view that the pandemic in India would have been less virulent if the Indian government had been more truthful...
The UNDP recommends a social movement” to end “inequality” in Pakistan
The writer is of the view that the UNDP’s diagnosis of economic inequality is correct. It is the “privileged classes” that are fetters to...