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Pakistan
The NA-130 Verdict and the Rigged Reality of the Pakistani State


Mohammed Shoaib Raza

The NA 130 verdict exemplifies Pakistan’s hybrid system, where elections, courts, and constitutional amendments serve elite management. Imran Khan’s confinement underscores military dominance over civilian politics and managed democracy.

Turkey-India Relations
Ottoman Shadow in India’s Neighbourhood


Senge Sering

As part of Turkey’s ambition to emerge as a global Islamic leader, it is seeking to expand its influence in India’s neighbourhood. Its strategic ties with Pakistan and Bangladesh remain an area of concern for India.

Maoist
A New Agenda for Maoists: Democracy


P. V. Ramana

Following significant surrenders in 2025, India’s Maoists face a pivotal shift from armed insurrection to possible democratic participation. This analysis explores their potential transition into a mainstream political force.

Multipolar World
India’s West Asian Calculus in a Multipolar World: Strategic Autonomy drives its Counter-terror Normative Ambition


Simran Rathore

India’s evolving West Asia policy reflects a balance of strategic autonomy, multi alignment, and counter terrorism leadership. By combining pragmatic energy and diaspora interests with normative activism like the CCIT, New Delhi positions itself as a responsible middle power—hedging against great power rivalry while advancing cooperative security frameworks in a multipolar world.