Bangladesh’s Political Alliances Ahead of the 2026 Elections: Domestic Shifts and Geopolitical Alignments

Bangladesh’s Political Alliances Ahead of the 2026 Elections: Domestic Shifts and Geopolitical Alignments

By N. C. Bipindra As Bangladesh moves toward the general elections scheduled for February 2026, the country is experiencing its most far-reaching political realignment in decades. The collapse of Sheikh Hasina’s long-entrenched Awami League dominance following the 2024 mass uprising has dismantled the familiar two-party framework and given rise to a fragmented, competitive political arena. … Continue reading Bangladesh’s Political Alliances Ahead of the 2026 Elections: Domestic Shifts and Geopolitical Alignments

A Civilisational Reawakening in 1943

A Civilisational Reawakening in 1943

CIHS Desk On the morning of 30 December 1943, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose fulfilled his vow, he hoisted the tricolour at Port Blair. This was no ritual gesture but a declaration that the soul of Bharat had arisen. Under Bose's leadership of the Azad Hind Fauj, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands were liberated from British … Continue reading A Civilisational Reawakening in 1943

Beyond Binaries!

Beyond Binaries!

Four labour codes balance economic prosperity spread with workers’ social protection, minimum wages, social security, industrial safety.   Ayadoure Stalin India's reforms in labour sector represent one of the most consequential policy transformations of modern times. Public debate has largely framed consolidation of 29 central labour laws into four codes as an exercise in administrative … Continue reading Beyond Binaries!

Sunshine in Human lives!

Sunshine in Human lives!

Sunshine in Human lives! Chinmaya Mission’s contribution to spiritual awakening, emancipation, selfless service and compassionate development in 75 years stands out! Editorial Team, Chinmaya Mission, New Delhi As Chinmaya Mission rings in seventy-five years of dedicated service and spiritual awakening, it stands as living testament to timeless ideals and eternal wisdom of Hinduism. What began … Continue reading Sunshine in Human lives!

Pakistan at Crossroads: 27th Amendment and Vanishing Republic

Pakistan at Crossroads: 27th Amendment and Vanishing Republic

Arun Anand When a state alters the rules that govern it, the transformation can arrive with force—or with formality. Pakistan’s 27th Amendment represents the latter: a political restructuring that wields the authority of a coup but cloaks it in legality. Rather than suspending the constitution or dissolving parliament, it reshapes the constitution from within, erasing … Continue reading Pakistan at Crossroads: 27th Amendment and Vanishing Republic

Get Economic Governance Model right!

Get Economic Governance Model right!

Taking off from Bihar debate, centre has to balance welfare pitch with sustainable development, reverse migration & make prosperity inclusive K.A.Badarinath Two simultaneous developments have had happened. Both these, though unconnected, have a linkage of sorts. Our most vibrant state, Bihar has gone to polls and a new government will be in place few days … Continue reading Get Economic Governance Model right!

Wakhan Corridor: Thin Strip Rewriting South Asia’s Geopolitical Map

Wakhan Corridor: Thin Strip Rewriting South Asia’s Geopolitical Map

By N. C. Bipindra The October 2025 restoration of full diplomatic ties between India and Afghanistan is far more than a symbolic gesture. It represents a profound shift in the geopolitics of South Asia. At its heart lies a slender, mountainous stretch of land that could redefine power balances in the region: the Wakhan Corridor. … Continue reading Wakhan Corridor: Thin Strip Rewriting South Asia’s Geopolitical Map

Pragmatic, Strategic Pivot

Pragmatic, Strategic Pivot

Muttaqi’s visit marks a milestone; opens up opportunity for Bharat to regain its presence in Afghanistan, keep a vigil on China, Pak & US. Brig Brijesh Pandey Bharat’s engagement with Afghanistan has historically been shaped less by cultural outreach and more by hard security imperatives. The strategists in New Delhi have long understood that Afghanistan … Continue reading Pragmatic, Strategic Pivot

Nepal Stares at Uncertainty!

Nepal Stares at Uncertainty!

A stable, open, vibrant Himalayan nation retaining its Hindu core with cultural, civilizational and spiritual underpinning is most sustainable. K.A.Badarinath Peace and tranquillity, political stability and nursing the tiny Himalayan nation, Nepal to normalcy is pivotal to enduring growth and sustained development in South Asia. Bharat’s nearest and one of the most trusted partners, Nepal … Continue reading Nepal Stares at Uncertainty!