Radicalised Khalistanis, a Canadian Problem

For years Canada’s mainstream parties have courted Sikh immigrants to win votes. Now, they pander to Khalistani extremists for political gains. Rahul Pawa As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Canada for the G7 summit, an unsettling scene greeted international media: young children brandished “Khalistan” flags and even defaced a Hindu temple in Surrey with … Continue reading Radicalised Khalistanis, a Canadian Problem

Press Release: CIHS to Host Somali Ambassador for Strategic Dialogue on Indo-Somalia Relationship

New Delhi, June 16, 2025 — The Centre for Integrated and Holistic Studies (CIHS), a leading think tank based in New Delhi, India, is organizing an exclusive interactive dialogue titled “Indo-Somalia Relationship” with H.E. Dr. Abdullahi Mohamed Odowa, the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to India. The dialogue will explore and evaluate the … Continue reading Press Release: CIHS to Host Somali Ambassador for Strategic Dialogue on Indo-Somalia Relationship

Democracy Roiled in Bangladesh

Democracy Roiled in Bangladesh

In a move unprecedented in political history, Bangladesh's caretaker government, headed by Muhammad Yunus, has imposed a blanket ban on the Awami League (AL), one of the nation's most politically influential parties in history.  The ban, put into effect via newly interpreted anti-terrorism and war crimes acts, represents an unprecedented turn in Bangladesh's political history. … Continue reading Democracy Roiled in Bangladesh

Islamophobia, Free Speech, and Bharat’s Inclusive Approach

As the UK continues to grapple with the complex intersection of Islamophobia, grooming gangs, and free speech, it must also decide if it is ready to confront all forms of religious intolerance including Hinduphobia with equal urgency.Rahul PAWA  In recent political discourse, the question of how to define and tackle Islamophobia has gained increasing prominence … Continue reading Islamophobia, Free Speech, and Bharat’s Inclusive Approach

Dangerous Global Bias Goes Unchecked

Hindu Temples, places of worship, communities in Western democracies and Islamic nations face grave threat and metamorphosed into a huge crisis. Dr Shailendra Kumar Pathak There’s a pattern to it. Hate and violence against Hindu communities has gone global. From Hindu temples, individuals and organizations have experienced extreme violence, vandalism and intolerance. These acts and … Continue reading Dangerous Global Bias Goes Unchecked

Illicit Foreign Funding and Radical Islamist Agenda in UK Elections

Rohan Giri Prior to the UK general elections, a media investigation revealed that five of the six major British political parties had taken illicit foreign funds. To minimise excessive foreign influence, British legislation compels parties to refund unlawful donations within 30 days and disclose any failures to the Electoral Commission. Only people on the electoral … Continue reading Illicit Foreign Funding and Radical Islamist Agenda in UK Elections

Refusal to Reform

Self-defeating journey that Pakistan embarked upon with Jihadist mindset has rendered Shimla agreement ineffective & unworkable. Rohan Giri Fifty two years back, Shimla accord inked on July 2, 1972 by then Bharat’s Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Pakistan’s President Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, bears testimony to Islamabad’s refusal to learn its lessons. It’s also a missed … Continue reading Refusal to Reform

‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy and Its Innovative ‘SAGAR’

At the President house during swearing-in ceremony of India's 16th Prime Minister, the country reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy and its innovative 'SAGAR' (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. The invitation to neighbouring countries and those in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), such as Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, … Continue reading ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy and Its Innovative ‘SAGAR’