Tag: South Asia
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Bangladesh to Pakistan: Non-stop Dhaka-Karachi Flight Returns After 14-Year Gap
Introduction: A Milestone for South Asia’s Air Links A Dhaka-based flight marked a historic moment on January 29, 2026, when it landed at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi, Pakistan. After a 14-year hiatus, the non-stop air connection between Bangladesh and Pakistan has been restored, signaling a renewed willingness to strengthen people-to-people ties, business opportunities, and…
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Bangladesh to Pakistan: Dhaka-Karachi Non-Stop Flight Restores 14-Year Gap
H2: Dhaka to Karachi resumes non-stop air link after 14 years A landmark development in South Asia’s aviation landscape occurred on Thursday when a flight from Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, landed at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi, Pakistan. The arrival marks the restoration of non-stop air connectivity between the two countries after a hiatus…
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Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Tensions: A Worrying Flashpoint for South Asia
Introduction: A Quiet Yet Perilous Front Line The border between Afghanistan and Pakistan has long been a conduit for conflict and a mirror of broader regional frictions. In recent times, sporadic clashes, cross-border militant activity, and political brinkmanship around the Durand Line have elevated what experts describe as a simmering crisis into a potential regional…
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Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Tensions: The Rising South Asia Flashpoint
Introduction: A Quiet Yet Critical Frontier The Afghanistan-Pakistan border, long marked by contested lines and shifting allegiances, has emerged as a disproportionate source of instability in South Asia. While India and Pakistan often dominate headlines, the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan poses a more nuanced and potentially more volatile flashpoint. A mix of militant networks,…
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Strategic Reset in Washington: Good News for Pakistan
Introduction: A New American Read on South Asia One year into President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, Washington’s strategic posture appears to be recalibrating toward a more nuanced engagement in South Asia. The 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS) and related regional assessments signal a shift that observers say could be a net positive…
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Pakistan Signs Trump’s Board of Peace Charter at Davos 2026 as India Abstains
Overview: A landmark moment at Davos 2026 The World Economic Forum in Davos 2026 witnessed a notable diplomatic development as Pakistan formally joined the Board of Peace charter, an initiative championed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. With 19 founding members, the charter aims to create a multi-nation framework for conflict resolution and preventive diplomacy.…
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Trump’s India-Pakistan Peace Claim: A Reheated Assertion About Saving Millions
Trump’s Reheated Claim on India-Pakistan Peace In a turn of events that has already sparked a flurry of headlines, former President Donald Trump reiterated a controversial claim: that he brokered peace between India and Pakistan, effectively ending their long-running conflict. He also asserted that Pakistan’s prime minister personally thanked him for “saving millions” of lives.…
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Defense and Diplomacy: Selected Writings of S.M. Hali Launched in Islamabad
Overview of the Book Launch The Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad, under the auspices of the India Study Center, held a distinguished launch ceremony for the new compilation, Defense and Diplomacy: A Compilation of Selected Articles by S.M. Hali. The event brought together policymakers, scholars, and defense analysts to discuss the enduring role of strategic…
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PRISMS Update Tightens South Asian Assessment Levels Amid Integrity Concerns
Overview: A New PRISMS Notification The Department of Education has issued a PRISMS notification signaling an update to the assessment levels for several South Asian countries. The update, issued on 8 January 2026, indicates that evidence levels for multiple nations within South Asia have been recalibrated. While the specifics vary by country, the broader effect…
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South Asian Assessment Level Changes Amid PRISMS Update Raise Integrity Concerns
Overview: What the PRISMS Update Signals The Department of Education has issued a PRISMS notification announcing a tightening of assessment levels for several South Asian countries. Dated 8 January 2026, the update highlights elevated evidence requirements and revised thresholds for determining student eligibility and reporting standards. While PRISMS (the Provider Registration and International Student Management…