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India’s Fog of Misunderstanding Surrounding Nepal–China Relations

VIJAY GOKHALE

New Delhi’s close relationship with Nepal, bound in history and culture, and the misperception about China’s relations with Nepal before 1950 have contributed to a skewed understanding of Sino-Nepali relations.

Understanding the Encryption Debate in India

While some policymakers argue that encryption must only be weakened to solve specific problems, most experts agree that there is no technological solution that would weaken encryption for specific law enforcement and national security purposes, while managing to maintain preexisting levels of security and confidentiality for general use.

China’s Digital Yuan: An Alternative to the Dollar-Dominated Financial System

China’s central bank has plans to roll out a digital yuan, which could circumvent the U.S. dollar in important global financial transactions. Here are some ways the digital yuan could pose a challenge to the dollar’s prominence.

Will the Taliban Keep Their Promises in Afghanistan?

Rudra Chaudhuri

With the withdrawal of U.S. forces and the Taliban's rapid rise to power, Afghanistan's future seems deeply uncertain. While the Taliban claims that it wants a peaceful transfer of power and an inclusive government, the circumstances on the ground indicate otherwise.

More on U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan

With the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, Rudra Chaudhuri and Shreyas Shende argue that India needs to update its priorities to safeguard its interests.

India’s Proposed Drone Law

What India’s Proposed Drone Law Means for Its Economy

SHIVANGI TYAGI

In July, the Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation released for public comment a set of draft rules for unmanned aircraft systems. Called the Drone Rules, 2021, these would replace the existing Unmanned Aircraft System Rules, 2021, and are likely to give the Indian economy a big boost.

Read this Q&A to understand how and why the draft rules are a step in the right direction for the country's economy.

India, the Quad, and the Future of Outer Space

October 21, 2021
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Konark Bhandari

What Can India, France, and Australia Achieve Together?

May 13, 2021
Commentary

Rudra Chaudhuri, Shibani Mehta

Tracking Reforms in Land Leasing and Change in Land Use: Insights From Gujarat and Karnataka

May 19, 2021
Paper

Ankit Bhatia

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