India and Pakistan: Formalizing the 2003 Ceasefire Agreement
If the 2003 ceasefire between India and Pakistan is formalised with clear rules and regulations it should reduce the chances of future ceasefire violations.
A Realist Explanation for India’s Rejection to the US Offer of Mediation
Despite the exchange of courtesies between Modi and Trump, the Indian government has refused any direct third-party role in resolving its issues with Pakistan.
Conflict in Kashmir: From the Ground Up
As long as the world does not pay attention to the Kashmiri narrative, Kashmir will see many more periods of agitation, disruption and protest.
When is Secession Justified? The Kashmir Case
The right of secession should be taken seriously, used sparingly, and justified rigorously. For that the right can best be likened to the right of euthanasia.
India-Pakistan Relations: A Brief Survey of the Evolving Conflict Terrain
It is pertinent for India to realise that the use of force, which comes with risk of self-destruction, will not coerce neighbours to change course, even for its own good.
Is the India-Pakistan Conflict Really Intractable?
The issue of terrorism must be delinked from the peace dialogue and sports exchanges, as well as people-to-people contacts, in order for a more durable peace process.
The Perilous Path of India-Pakistan Relations, Post-Pathankot
The terror attack on India’s Pathankot air base may have failed to derail the India-Pakistan dialogue, yet the future and success of these talks remain highly uncertain.
Review – Women and Militant Wars: The Politics of Injury
Despite some imprecisions, Parashar’s insightful case studies highlight an under-discussed topic: the politics of militant women and the gendered understanding of war.
Review – Across the Line of Control
Across the Line of Control provides an analysis of the recent history, politics, demographics and key events in the history of all of Kashmir, with a special focus on the PAK.
Review – The Untold Story of the People of Azad Kashmir
Despite it’s certain shortcomings, there are few books that prove as illuminating as this excellent tome. It is likely to remain an important contribution to the literature for many years to come.
