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Festive Famine: Bangladesh’s Hilsa Export Ban and Its Ripple Effects on India

Introduction Bangladesh’s recent move to halt the export of Padma Hilsa fish to India during the Durga Puja festival carries significant geopolitical ramifications. This decision by Bangladesh’s...

Breaking Barriers: India’s Triumph at the 2024 Paris Paralympics and Its Global Impact

Proactive support by the government in the form Khelo India program and the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) for athletes has resulted in the country emerging as a superpower in para-sports...

Pakistan’s Oil Windfall: A Promise Undermined by Debt, Instability, and Terrorism

Pakistan's significant debt burden, especially due to Chinese loans from CPEC projects, restricts its ability to invest in oil exploration and infrastructure, with much of the potential oil revenue...

Systemic Failures and Political Hypocrisy: Why Women’s Safety Remains a National Shame

True freedom cannot be achieved until every citizen, regardless of gender, can live without fear, enjoy equal rights, and receive the respect and dignity they deserve. The RG Kar Medical College...

Macron’s Rightward Shift: Barnier’s Appointment as PM Signals a New Era for France

The appointment of Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister of France by President Emmanuel Macron marks a significant transition in French governance, signalling a shift toward the right. This...

Northward March: The Militarization of the Arctic by Russia

This edition of Sharp Scope discusses the strategic importance of the Arctic for Russia, focusing on its vast reserves of minerals, oil, and gas, which contribute significantly to Russia's economy...

China’s Ascent in Africa – The Geopolitical Implications of the 2024 China-Africa Summit

The 2024 China-Africa Summit, held in Beijing from September 4-6, is a pivotal event for the development of new China-African relations. This summit will host over 50 African leaders and will...

Balancing Self-Reliance and Military Strength: The IAF’s Fighter Jet Challenge

The Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Marshal AP Singh, maintaining the tradition of telling the truth, recently said, “Atmanirbharta cannot be achieved at the cost of our national...

PM Modi’s Historic Visit to Brunei: Strengthening Ties and Addressing Regional Challenges

PM Modi’s trip to Brunei should not be overlooked, compared to his upcoming visits to New York to attend the UN general assembly, in Russia for the BRICS summit. This trip may seem insignificant...