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Area Studies

Pakistan

Pakistan Reader, as an Area Studies initiative at NIAS, aims to study contemporary Pakistan through the following verticals: social, political, cultural, external and security, with a special focus on economy, energy and S&T. NIAS Pakistan Reader is also a capacity-building exercise. It aims to nurture young scholars in India working on Pakistan and build a network of Pakistan scholars worldwide. It also organizes regular workshops for young scholars to improve their skills and understanding of contemporary Pakistan. NIAS-PR publishes a Daily Brief, Pakistan Weekly, Pakistan Monitor monthly and regular analysis – comments and essays. It also conducts an online course on contemporary Pakistan.

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China, East Asia and Pacific

The CEAP aims to provide a daily brief on contemporary developments within China and its external engagements. Daily developments are categorized under the following sections: Internal (Politics, Economy,...

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Africa

NIAS Africa Studies aims to study contemporary Africa through the following verticals: internal politics, peace and conflict issues, civil-military relations, non-traditional security issues,...

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Europe

NIAS Europe Studies examines contemporary developments in Europe in the following verticals: Politics, Society, Conflicts, Regional Developments, and External Relations, especially with the US, China,...

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NIAS Polar and Ocean Studies

NIAS Polar and Ocean Studies aims to study the polar regions - the Arctic, Antarctic and the oceans. It aims to study the following verticals: Governance, Conservation, Blue Economy, Security, Infrastructure,...

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Regular Publications

Conflict Weekly
Oleshky and the Russia-Ukraine War

Oleshky and the Russia-Ukraine War: A limited ceasefire amidst continuing conflict Advik Sunanda Mohan In the news On 23 October, the White House issued a statement that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to stop all military operations in the Russian-controlled Oleshky – a Ukrainian city, from 27 October. A humanitarian ceasefire for six days was agreed upon to facilitate the delivery of aid and preparations for evacuation of civilians.  According to reports, the US first lady, Melania...

NIAS Global Politics Team
5 November 2026
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The World This Week
Elections in the US, Israel and Brazil

The US Mid-term Elections: Four Takeaways and Three Questions D. Suba Chandran On 3 November, the mid-term elections that took place in the United...

NIAS Global Politics team
8 November 2026
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The World Today
The World Today

The World Today: Top stories of the day #470, Vol. 2, Nos. 258, 10 November 2026, Tuesday Madhura Meenakshi Tanikella, and Samraksha Mukund The US-Iran...

By NIAS TWT Team
10 November 2026
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South Asia Today
The Indian Neighbourhood Today

06 JULY 2026, MONDAY Aishal Yousuf, Namrata L Ghanghatkar, Priyanka Makhijani, Siddhi Halyur, Sreemaya Nair, and Urja Kudalkar Nepal: Holding...

By NIAS South Asia Brief Team
6 July 2026
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The US-Iran War
The US-Iran War Daily Brief

TWT SPECIAL COVERAGE: THE US-IRAN WAR Compiled by Rakshitha B, Rebecca Ann Oomen, Manik Dhawan 18 MAY 2026: DAY 79 Pakistan: Islamabad conveys...

By NIAS TWT Team
18 May 2026
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Other Publications

AI to Super Intelligence:
Comment
Global Politics Explainer
AI to Super Intelligence:
Is the US governing AI through rebranding and voluntary pledges instead of law?
Masoomi Santosh Nevgi
11 November 2026
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The AI Arms Race:
Comment
Global Politics Explainer
The AI Arms Race:
Technology, Taiwan and the Trump-Xi Summit
Samraksha Mukund
11 November 2026
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Frugal AI and the Global South:
Comment
Global Politics Explainer
Frugal AI and the Global South:
Can frugal AI offer the Global South an alternative to the global AI Race?
Utkarsha Gandhe
11 November 2026
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Demographic Changes in South Asia:
Comment
TWTW Takeaways
Demographic Changes in South Asia:
Six takeaways on Shifting workforce dynamics, Persistent gender gaps and Ageing population
Arshaq Amaan
8 November 2026
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The US Mid-term Elections:
Comment
TWTW Note
The US Mid-term Elections:
Four Takeaways and Three Questions
D Suba Chandran
8 November 2026
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The Third Russia-Africa Summit:
Comment
TWTW Takeaways
The Third Russia-Africa Summit:
Four takeaways on Expanding trade, Africa's attempt to diversify partnerships and Moscow's limited influence
Akshath Kaimal
8 November 2026
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Brazil Elections 2026:
Comment
TWTW Takeaways
Brazil Elections 2026:
Five takeaways on Lula's return and the Changing dynamics of democratic politics
Maya Swetang Choubey
8 November 2026
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Israel Elections 2026:
Comment
TWTW Takeaways
Israel Elections 2026:
Five takeaways on the missing majority and Persistent internal fragmentation
Brighty Ann Sarah
8 November 2026
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The Russia-Ukraine War:
Comment
CW Note
The Russia-Ukraine War:
A limited ceasefire amidst continuing conflict
Advik Sunanda Mohan
5 November 2026
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Pakistan and the World Bank Report on AI, Jobs and Growth
Comment
PR Takeaways
Pakistan and the World Bank Report on AI, Jobs and Growth
Five key takeaways on economic vulnerabilities, AI readiness and growth prospects
Preetha Renganarayanan
30 October 2026
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The Makkah Defence Pact:
Comment
PR Explainer
The Makkah Defence Pact:
Defence commitments, Economic dependence, Parliamentary oversight and Relations with Iran
Radhika M Agarwal
30 October 2026
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The Moscow Consultations and the Afghanistan-Pakistan Conflict:
Comment
PR Explainer
The Moscow Consultations and the Afghanistan-Pakistan Conflict:
Why did it fail? Why are the Af-Pak tensions escalating?
Advik Sunanda Mohan
30 October 2026
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UN Secretary General's Pakistan visit:
Comment
PR Commentary
UN Secretary General's Pakistan visit:
Mediation, Kashmir, Afghanistan and Multilateralism
Vani Vyshnavi Jupudi
30 October 2026
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Politics of New Provinces in Pakistan:
Comment
PR Explainer
Politics of New Provinces in Pakistan:
Contemporary demands, Constitutional constraints, and the Crisis of representation
Abhimanyu Solanki
30 October 2026
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Pakistan's Climate Crisis and Economic Vulnerabilities:
Comment
PR Takeaways
Pakistan's Climate Crisis and Economic Vulnerabilities:
Six takeaways from the Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26 on Economic security, Climate finance challenges, and Gender vulnerability
Lekshmi MK
30 October 2026
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Pakistan reaches another IMF Deal:
Comment
PR Explainer
Pakistan reaches another IMF Deal:
Why does Islamabad find it difficult to break free from the IMF?
Namrata L Ghanghatkar
30 October 2026
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Across the Region: Women, Climate Change, and Civil Society
Comment
The Green Ribbon, October 2026
Across the Region: Women, Climate Change, and Civil Society
Conversations and Cross-Learnings
NIAS Global Politics Team
30 October 2026
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Global Hunger Index Report 2026:
Comment
CW Review
Global Hunger Index Report 2026:
Perpetuation of Food Insecurity and Uneven Progress
Advik Sunanda Mohan
29 October 2026
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Events

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Global Politics, Young Voices (GPYV)

As a capacity building endeavour, we organize regular presentations/events/workshops exclusively for young scholars. NIAS GPYV provides an opportunity for young scholars to make presentations, publish their findings, and be a part of our GPYV Network.

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Internships

NIAS Global Politics provides short-term (six weeks) and long term (six-ten months) internships for young scholars under its Area Studies programmes and Peace and Conflict Research. As part of this, scholars can work on their research, analytical, and presentation skills. They will also be presented with numerous networking opportunities.

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Online Courses

NIAS Global Politics offers three major online courses on Contemporary International Relations and World Order, Contemporary Pakistan, and Contemporary Conflicts and Peace Research. These courses provide a comprehensive understanding within a structured framework, and help in developing a deeper understanding and appreciation towards the subject.

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Young Scholars Network

Join our International Studies Network Bangalore (ISNB) as individual scholars to get connected with our multiple networks on Area Studies, Peace and Conflicts, and Contemporary Global Issues including Maritime, S&T, Climate Change etc.

Our Networks

 

We have established the following academic networks – Global Politics, Young Voices (GPYV), International Studies Network Bangalore (ISNB), NIAS Europe Annual Conclave, and NIAS Maritime Network. The programme coordinates with the departments of political science/international relations/defence studies/history in Mysore, Chennai, Bangalore and Pondicherry.