The Big Picture in Mumbai
The terrorist attack in Mumbai should be no reason to pull the rug from under negotiations between India and Pakistan.
India
Is India Rooting for Pakistan’s Disintegration?
Analysts believe that India is consciously exacerbating Pakistan’s internal tensions.
Region Reluctant to Commit to Afghan Security
Members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization recognize the importance of a stable Afghanistan but won’t help ensure it.
Merkel Finds Growing Partner in India
The German chancellor came to India with a “look east” policy, recognizing the tremendous potential of the South Asian giant.
India Expanding Development Aid in Africa
Although China is currently Asia’s leading economic power in Africa, India’s “soft power” approach could improve its relations there.
Singh Boosts Financial Support for Afghanistan
While American forces will start withdrawing from Afghanistan, India insists that it is “not like the United States.”
India Plans to Buy European Fighter Jets
Rejecting competing bids from Boeing and Lockheed, India announces plans to buy combat aircraft from European manufacturers.
The New Game Changers
The BRICS are here to stay.
India’s Civil War Against Corruption
One hundred and fifty years after the American Civil War, Balaji Chandramoha considers India’s political divide.
Pakistan Demands End to Drone Strikes
Pakistan’s request to reduce American operations in the country highlights the contradictions in Washington’s objectives.
The Future of Nuclear Energy Worldwide
Developing countries push ahead with ambitious nuclear plans.
BRIC+1: Germany’s New Bedfellows?
Germany finds itself in the company of Brazil, Russia, India and China in opposing intervention in Libya.
Can the BJP Move India to the Right?
After suffering defeat at the polls two elections in a row, India’s main opposition party has to enhance its vision.
India’s New Prominence Among United Nations
While India becomes a nonpermanent Security Council member this year, its influence in the United Nations is fast expanding.
India’s Strategic Doctrine of Lapse
Balaji Chandramohan believes that India’s military strategy is insufficient and ill prepared for the eventuality of a two front war.