(Quratulain Khalid) Introduction: In the annals of post-colonial history, few nations have undertaken a diplomatic journey as complex and multifaceted as India. As the world’s largest democracy and a civilization with ancient roots, India’s foreign policy has consistently sought to balance its aspirational role as a global power with the immediate imperatives of national security,…
By Ch Haroon Rashid Published: August 5 Sep, 2025 , Lahore Pakistan At a dimly lit hospital in Rafah, 28-year-old Mariam cradles her newborn daughter against her chest, swaddled in a thin blanket. The baby is just two days old, born after a difficult labor with no pain relief and no incubator to keep her warm. The…
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) In the hyper-connected world of social media, rumors can spread like wildfire, often fueled by a mix of absence, misinformation, and political polarization. Over the Labor Day weekend in late August 2025, speculation about President Donald Trump’s health reached a fever pitch, with viral claims suggesting he had died or was gravely…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction On 3 September 2025, Beijing’s Tiananmen Square transformed into a stage of unparalleled military grandeur, as China hosted what has been hailed as the largest military parade in its history to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II. Under a clear autumn sky, President Xi Jinping stood…
(By Quratulain Khalid) In the intricate web of contemporary international relations, India finds itself ensnared in a classic Catch-22 predicament—unable to sever its deep-rooted economic and strategic ties with the United States, yet increasingly drawn towards the Russia-China axis. This uneasy duality reveals the profound inadequacies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his foreign policy…
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) In a world increasingly fractured by Western unilateralism, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025, held in Tianjin, China, from 31 August to 1 September, emerged as a defining moment in global geopolitics. As a Pakistani expert in diplomacy and statecraft, I view this summit not merely as a regional gathering but…
(By Khalid Masood) In the rapidly advancing field of military artillery, multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) represent crucial assets for delivering concentrated firepower over large areas. These systems provide armed forces with the ability to saturate targets with rockets, offering both tactical and psychological advantages. Moreover, they incorporate guided munitions, extended ranges, and mobile platforms…
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) Introduction In a landmark ruling on August 29, 2025, a US federal appeals court declared that the majority of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump are illegal, stating that he overstepped his constitutional authority by relying on emergency powers to impose sweeping import duties. This decision reverberates across global trade relations,…
(By Khalid Masood) In the dynamic realm of military logistics, transport aircraft serve as vital lifelines for deploying troops, equipment, and supplies across global theatres. These aircraft provide armed forces with the capability to execute rapid airlifts, humanitarian missions, and strategic operations efficiently. Moreover, they incorporate advanced avionics, robust structures, and powerful engines to handle…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction: The Silent Power of Precision Throughout the history of warfare, few weapons have inspired as much respect, fear, and intrigue as the sniper rifle. More than just a tool, it is the embodiment of patience, precision, and lethality. From the battlefields of the First World War, where scoped rifles first saw…
