Sneha Kumcha

Research Analyst at MP-IDSA | South Asia Centre| Master's Degree in International Studies |

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

.@SKumcha Research Analyst, spoke on Recent Political and Foreign Policy Developments in #Nepal at the Monday Morning Meeting at MP-IDSA. Dr Ashish Shukla, Associate Fellow, chaired the meeting. DG Amb. @Sujanchinoy and @IDSAIndia scholars participated in the lively discussion and Q&A session.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

The South Asia Centre @IDSAIndia discussed the regional implications of the ongoing West Asia conflict, assessing its impact on energy markets, maritime trade routes, and the South Asian diaspora.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Dr Satyanjal Pandey @DrSatyanjal Chargé d'Affaires-designate of #India to #Pakistan called on DG @SujanChinoy @IDSAIndia for an exchange of views and also interacted with scholars.

@IndiainPakistan

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Diplomacy and Development: Bhutan’s Engagement with Australia
By: @SKumcha
The bilateral relationship between Bhutan and Australia is driven by sustained collaboration in education, economy and capacity building.

https://t.co/e44dpVfwmt

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

MP-IDSA hosted students from the Central University of Kerala @cukeralatweet for an engaging interaction with DG @IDSAIndia @SujanChinoy on defence, security and India’s strategic outlook. #YuvaShakti #VoiceOfYouth #ViksitBharat2047

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Dr. Pramod Jaiswal, Research Director at @contactniice , interacted with members of the South Asia Centre, on 5 June 2026. He spoke on “New Government in Nepal and Populist Politics,” examining recent political developments in Nepal. The presentation was followed by an engaging discussion.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

In its weekly meeting, the South Asia Centre @IDSAIndia discussed key regional developments, including Pakistan's upcoming budget, the military pact between Afghanistan and Russia, and Nepal's Foreign Minister's visit to India.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Introducing Session IV: Addressing Non-Traditional Security Challenges. The session will be moderated by Prof. Sanjay Chaturvedi, Professor & Dean, Faculty of International Studies, @SouthAsianUni . #SAC2026 24-25 #Feb2026 #NTS

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Introducing Session III: Reconnecting History: Cultural Diplomacy in South Asia. The session will be moderated by Amb. Veena Sikri, Former High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh. #SAC2026 #CulturalDiplomacy #SouthAsia 24-25 #Feb2026

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Introducing Session II: MAHASAGAR for Development Cooperation in the Global South. The session will be moderated by Amb @bhatia_rk Distinguished Fellow, Foreign Studies Programme, Gateway House. #SAC2026 24-25 #Feb2026 #SAGAR #MAHASAGAR

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Introducing Session I: Economic Integration: Connectivity and Trade. The session will be moderated by Amb. Leela K. Ponappa, Former Deputy National Security Advisor. #SAC2026 24-25 #Feb2026 #Connectivity #SouthAsia

[Indian Air Force @IAF_MCC]

As part of an outreach initiative, a delegation of 57 research scholars from leading Indian think tanks visited Air Force Station Hindon. The scholars interacted with IAF personnel, received comprehensive briefings on operational capabilities, and explored avenues for collaborative research.

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@SpokespersonMoD
@HQ_IDS_India
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@CareerinIAF

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Dr @NiharNayak23 , Research Fellow, spoke on "Contesting Secularism and Republicanism: The Revival of Monarchist Demands in Nepal" at the Monday Morning Meeting. The session was chaired by @SKumcha followed by insightful remarks by @IDSAIndia scholars.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Amb @DrShankarSharma , Nepal's Ambassador to India, delivered a lecture on "Strengthening #India #Nepal Relations" under the Eminent Persons' Lecture Series. The event was chaired by DG @SujanChinoy followed by Q&A. #Neighbourhood

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

The South Asia Centre at @IDSAIndia hosted a discussion with former Nepalese ministers and MPs, Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat and Ms. Sita Gurung, along with Amb. @DrShankarSharma. The session was moderated by Dr. @NiharNayak23, it concluded with insightful remarks by scholars.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

In a world reshaped by conflict & tech., the future of warfare demands new strategies. The Delhi Defence Dialogue will explore “Adaptive Defence: Navigating The Changing Landscape of Modern Warfare” on 12-13 Nov.
#Warfare #DDD2024
Kindly watch the teaser

https://t.co/Rakv9iClUi

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

#DDD2024 aims to formulate strategic approaches to address challenges to India’s security in the evolving global security environment.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

The South Asia Centre organised an interactive session with @biswasktm , Editor in Chief, Kathmandu Post. There was an exchange of views on the internal politics of Nepal and the trajectory of #IndiaNepal relations.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Gen Gaurav SJB Rana (Retd), Fmr Chief of Army Staff, Shri Sunil Bahadur Thapa, Adviser to President of Nepal, Dr Mrigendra Bahadur Karki, Exec. Director, CNAS, Tribhuvan Univ. & @NavitaSrikant visited @IDSAIndia for interaction with @SujanChinoy & scholars #India #Nepal

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Nepal’s Political Maze: Navigating the Revolving Coalition Door
By: Afroz Khan & @SKumcha
The coalition between the two largest parties, Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML), is more of a necessity than...

https://t.co/juV2C7Hw6Z