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Indian Cricket's Search for a Selector: Despite the Game's Glamour, Few Takers for the Thankless Job

For all the glamour surrounding Indian cricket, the selector remains one of its least celebrated figures. He must look beyond the next headline, the next controversy, and even the next defeat. His finest decisions may never make the headlines. His mistakes certainly will.

Rethinking Climate Security in South Asia - Through AI

South Asia’s climate risks are shared across countries. Rivers such as the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Indus do not respect national boundaries, and torrential rains in one country can lead to floods in another. Satellite data, flood forecasts and flood warnings could, therefore, be shared to enhance disaster preparedness across the region.  

Transnational Education: Making International Skills Development Inclusive

The British Council's South Asia dialogue on TNE brought together policymakers, quality-assurance agencies, experts and higher education leaders from five South Asian countries and the United Kingdom. The discussions covered TNE policy, quality assurance, partnership management and mutual recognition of qualifications.

Better Opportunities for Youth can Transform Balochistan’s Future

The CMSPP can help Balochistan address one of the most pressing challenges it encounters today – youth unrest and militancy. The radical Islamic groups and terrorist organizations often utilize the discontent of the youth of Balochistan to further their own agendas.

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