Neighborhood Studies looks at the range of cross-cutting issues such as political developments, economic activities, cross-border activities and foreign affairs related issues and security surfacing in its immediate neighbors – India and China – in addition to its extended neighbors such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Maldives. The study focuses to explore and identify emerging priorities in the neighborhood and generate evidence and analysis.
The geopolitical rivalry or the Sino-U.S. conflict has given India ample space to play a decisive role in global order. Under the Modi government, India has placed itself as a powerhouse in three main areas; economy, military and diplomacy.         ...
The prelude to the 2024 general elections in India has been marked by important occasions where the Indian government has sought to decolonise the concept of democracy in both tangible and intangible ways ...
The utility of the ongoing conversation between India and Pakistan through public channels should not be underestimated. Perhaps other kinds of contact could become more active after India’s elections and the formation of a new government in New Delhi in June 2024 ...
This book covers the period of maintaining relations, the period of sliding relations, the intervened relations, the tilted relations, the role of diplomats and psychological barriers and others. In each chapter, the author has explained the topics with great detail which is of immense benefit to policymakers, researchers, journalists and diplomats. ...
India's endeavor to develop its own indigenous democracy index represents a significant step towards asserting autonomy and self-determination ...
As we reflect on "A Decade of Modi's Diplomatic Legacy: Where Dreams Meet Certainty," it becomes evident that Modi's leadership has not only elevated India's stature in the international arena but has also laid a strong foundation for the country's continued engagement and influence in global affairs ...
Philippines-India relations have strengthen across domains including maritime security and cooperation and Jaishankar’s visit to Manila is a testimony of practical cooperation in such areas ...
Modi’s Nepal Policy through the Lens of Religious Diplomac ...
One of the major factors influencing Modi’s Nepal policy has been religion, the same factor which has helped Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gain a dominating presence in the Lok Sabha since 2014. ...