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CURRICULUM VITAE

Prof. (Dr.) MD. MAHTAB ALAM RIZVI

Director
Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution
Noam Chomsky Building, Gate No. 19
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi-110025
E-Mail: mrizvi1@jmi.ac.in, mahtabalamrizvi@gmail.com

TEACHING/RESEARCH EXPERIENCE: 20 Years

I have more than 20 years of teaching and research experience. I joined Jamia Millia Islamia, New
Delhi in February 2017 and before that I worked as Fellow in the Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi (A premier and prestigious Research Institute/Think-Tank of Ministry of
Defence, Government of India). I specialize in international relations, foreign policy and security
issues, especially India’s strategic relations with the countries of West Asia and North Africa. My
research also focuses on Political and Internal Developments in Iran, Iran’s Nuclear Programme, Iran-
China Economic, Political and Defence Relations. I have been a close observer of developments in
the West Asia and North Africa region, Energy Security in West Asia and Peace and Conflict
Resolution in the WANA region. I also worked on joint projects of IDSA and the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs of Iran, and GCC Countries.

Present Status:
 Director, Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Faculty of Social
Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
 Professor, Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Faculty of Social
Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
 Member, the Aligarh Muslim University Court, Nominated by the Hon’ble President of India
from April 25, 2022 – April 24, 2025.
 External Member, the Institutional Academic Integrity Panel (IAIP), Maulana Azad National
Urdu University (MANUU), Hyderabad, from April 27, 2022 – April 26, 2025.
 Senior Warden, FRK Hostel, MMA Jauhar Hall, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, August
2019-Continuing.
 Member, Board of Studies, Department of Political Science, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi,
2024 – Continuing.
 Member, Committee of Studies (CoS), Centre for North East Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia,
New Delhi, 2020 – Continuing.
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 Member, Board of Management, Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution,
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, 2017 – Continuing.
 Member, Centre Research Committee, NMCPCR, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, The
committee is to oversee the doctoral research programme of the Centre, 2017 – Continuing.
 Member, Centre Research Committee, Centre for North East Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia,
New Delhi, 2017 – 2020.
 Team Leader of Wardens: The Vice-Chancellor, Jamia Millia Islamia has constituted a team of
wardens to look after the hostellers on the days of examinations, January 2020 – Continuing.
 Member, Committee of Studies, NMCPCR, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, 2017 –
Continuing.
 Library In charge of Centre’s Library, Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict
Resolution, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, February 2017 – Continuing.
 Nodal Officer, Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace
and Conflict Resolution, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, April 2017 – 2019 and 2022 –
Continuing.
 Assistant Superintendent of Examination for MA and Ph.D. Programme, Nelson Mandela
Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, 2018-19.

 Officiating Director, Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Jamia Millia
Islamia, New Delhi, October 24, 2017 to October 28, 2017 and March 1, 2018 to March 4,
2018.
Doctoral Research:

 Guiding eight research scholars at the doctoral level in the area of Conflict and Peace,
Political, Economic and Strategic Development in South Asia, West Asia and North Africa.

P.G. Dissertation:

 Guided: 14

Design of New Curricula and Courses

 Issues of Conflict and Peace in West Asia and North Africa for Post Graduate Students of
NMCPCR.

 West Asia: Selected Case Studies for Post Graduate Students of NMCPCR.

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIANCE

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 Associate Professor, November 2016 – February 2017, Civil Service University, Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia.
 Fellow, 2007 - November 2016, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (A Premier think-
tank of Ministry of Defence, Government of India), New Delhi.
 Research Assistant, January 2006 - December 2006, Department of Political Science, A.M.U.,
Aligarh, India.

 Guest Faculty, 2005 – 2006, Centre for Distance Education, A.M.U., Aligarh, India.

 Guest Faculty, 2004 – 2005, Centre for Distance Education, A.M.U., Aligarh, India.

FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

 Earned the prestigious The Nehru Memorial Museum & Library (NMML) Scholarship for
Doctoral Studies, Teen Murti House, New Delhi, 2005.
 Departmental Scholarship, Centre for Nehru Studies, Department of Political Science, A.M.U.,
Aligarh, 2002-2004.
 Secured Research grant for Libraries visit in India by ICSSR, New Delhi, 2005.

CONVENER/COORDINATOR:

 Coordinated Third HHRS International Conference on India and Central Asia: Historical,
Cultural and Economic Connectivity, organized by School of Language Literature and Culture
Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University by Forum for Awareness of National Security, New Delhi,
January 31, 2023.
 Coordinated a Book Launch Programme on Himalaya-Hind Mahasagar Rashtra Samuh:
Revitalising the Culture and Maritime Trade Relations and Discussion on India’s Resilience
Strength: Challenges in the New Global Order, Jointly organized by Forum for Awareness of
National Security and School of Language, Literature and Culture, Jawaharlal Nehru University,
New Delhi, June 9, 2022.
 Coordinated International Webinar/Seminar on “Revitalizing the Cultural Relations between India
and Himalaya-Hind Mahasagar Rashtra Samuh (Indian Ocean Nation Group)”, Forum for
Awareness of National Security (FANS), Agra, January 29-30, 2021.
 Coordinated International Webinar on “Pakistan Occupied Jammu-Kashmir & Gilgit Baltistan:
Changing the Discourse and Prospect”, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New
Delhi, October 31, 2020.
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 Coordinated International Webinar on “Sindhu Desh Freedom Movement: Challenges and

Opportunities”, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New Delhi, September 26,
2020.
 Coordinated International Webinar on “Balochistan Liberation Movement: Prospects and
Challenges”, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New Delhi, September 9, 2020.
 Coordinated National Webinar on “Strategic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific Region and China
Containment Policy”, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New Delhi, August 16,
2020.
 Coordinated International Webinar on “Identity Crisis of Waziristan, Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement
(PTM) and Pakistan’s Oppressive Policy”, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS),
New Delhi, June 28, 2020.
 Coordinated International Conference on “Geo-Strategic Implications of Emerging Fault Lines in
Pakistan”, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), Jammu, January 18-19, 2020.
 Coordinated International Conference on “Himalaya-Hind Mahasagar Rashtra Samuh:
Revitalizing the Culture and Maritime Trade Relations”, Forum for Awareness of National
Security (FANS), Agra, September 28-29, 2019.
 Member of the Organizing Committee of two-days National Conference on “Pluralism, Identity
Conflicts and Democracy in India,” February 19 and 20, 2019 at JMI. The Conference was
organized by the Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Jamia Millia Islamia,
New Delhi and the Interfaith Foundation, India.
 Member of the Organizing Committee for the one-day National Conference on “Religious Identity,
Pluralism and Peaceful Coexistence in India” organised by Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and
Conflict Resolution in collaboration with Interfaith Foundation, New Delhi at Jamia Millia Islamia
on February 15, 2018.

 Organized an extension lecture on “Politics in Pakistan: Past, Present and Future.” The lecture was
delivered by Dr. Ashok K. Behuria, Senior Fellow, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses
organized by the NMCPCR at the Tagore Hall, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi on August 10,
2017.
 Coordinated 2nd West Asia Conference on “Ideology, Politics and New Security Challenges in
West Asia”, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, January 19-20, 2016.
 Coordinated Round Table discussion with a Turkish delegation on “Role of Turkey in West Asia”,
IDSA, New Delhi, January 27, 2016.
 Coordinated a Talk on “Religious Tolerance and Dialogue among Cultures” by Dr. Ahmad Bader
Eddine Hassoun, Grand Mufti of Syria at IDSA, New Delhi, March 10, 2016.
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 Coordinated 11th IDSA-IPIS (Tehran) Bilateral Dialogue on “Geo-Strategic Dynamics in West

Asia: India-Iran Cooperation”, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi,
December 3-4, 2015.
 Coordinated a talk by H. E. Dr. Saud Mohammed A. Al-Sati, Ambassador of the Kingdom of
Saudi Arabia to the Republic of India, about the latest developments in West Asia, particularly
about the situation in Yemen, at IDSA, April 10, 2015.
 Coordinated a Roundtable discussion on “Developments in the Persian Gulf Region”, Opening
remarks delivered by Hon’ble Vice President of India Shri M. Hameed Ansari, June 17, 2014.
 Coordinated a Round Table discussion with media delegation from Arab League on India's
engagement with the greater Arab Region, August 22, 2014.
 Coordinated Round Table Discussions on “Present Situation in Egypt, and Precipitation of events
in the Middle East and its spillover effects on South Asia”., Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi, February 28, 2014.
 Assistant Coordinator, IFS Probationer’s Training Programme (April 2010).
 Coordinated workshop on Water Security in the Neighbourhood: Co-operation or Conflict?
Organised by IDSA, India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi, December 9, 2009.
 Coordinated Round Table Discussions on Engaging Iran: Opportunities and Challenges for India,
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, August 6, 2009.
 Coordinated Round Table Discussions on Indo-Mongolia Relations, Institute for Defence Studies
and Analyses, New Delhi, August 31, 2009.
 Coordinated Round Table Discussions on Indo-UAE Relations, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi, August 13, 2009.
 Coordinated Round Table Discussions on the Resurgence of Russia, Institute for Defence Studies
and Analyses, New Delhi, September 3, 2008.
 Coordinated two days International Conference on Africa and Energy Security: Global Issues,
Local Responses, Organised jointly by Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA)
International Peace Research Institute, Oslo (PRIO), IDSA, New Delhi, June 23-24 2008.
 Coordinated two days Bilateral Dialogue on International and Regional Security Dynamics: Indian
and Iranian Perspectives, IDSA-IPIS (New Delhi-Tehran), April 224-25, 2008.
CHAIRPERSON/GUEST OF HONOUR/SPECIAL GUEST
 Chaired an “Extension Lecture on Issues of Conflict & Peace in South Asia” by Keynote Speaker
Prof. Priyankar Upadhyaya, UNESCO Chair held on 23rd October, 2024.
 Chaired an Academic “Writing Workshop by Ankit K. Singh (PhD History) Gates Cambridge
Scholar, the University of Cambridge on IST” (Online) held on 5th October, 2024.
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 Chaired a “Workshop on Creative Writing for Dignity: Trauma, War and Poetry” by Julio Cesar
Diaz Calderon on 1st October, 2024.
 Chaired a Workshop on “Empowering Youth with Constitutional Values and Fundamental Duties”
organized by Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, JMI on 14th February,
2024.
 Chaired a Workshop/ Roundtable on “US-China Great Power Competition and Implications for
South Asia” with delegates from the Stimson Centre, Washington DC organized by Nelson
Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, JMI on 01st February, 2024.
 Chaired an Interactive Session with the delegation of the 17th Tibetan Parliament in Exile
organized by Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, JMI on 07th December,
2023.
 Guest of Honour in National Conference on Dara Shikoh: Interfaith Dialogue organized by Centre
for Persian and Central Asian Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi in Collaboration
with Dara Shikoh Research Foundation, March 20, 2023.
 Special Guest in three days National Seminar on National Integrity and Cosmic Harmony in Vedic
Literature, Department of Sanskrit, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, February 11, 2023.
 Chaired a Session in National Conference on Emerging Trends and Challenges to Relations
between India and the Arab World, organized by India Arab Cultural Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia,
New Delhi, December 15, 2022.
 Chaired a Session in International Conference on Redefining Peace Towards a Just, Non-violent,
and Sustainable Future of the World, organised by Asia Pacific Peace Research Association
(APPRA) in Collaboration with Indian Political Science Association and USTM, Meghalaya,
October 10, 2022.
 Guest of Honour in a Book Launch Programme on Urdu Shayari Mein Puroshottam Ram,
authored by Dr. Quratul Ain, JNU, New Delhi, September 4, 2022.
 Chair a Session in National Seminar on India’s Interconnection with West Asian Countries:
Historical Understanding of Socio-Economic Relations and Future Prospects, organized by Centre
for West Asian Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, September 18, 2021.
 Discussant and Chair for an International Seminar entitled, Shifting Sands in West Asia: Culture,
Economy and Polity, Department of Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai, March 12-14,
2018.
EDUCATION
 Ph.D. in Political Science (International Relations) from Department of Political Science,
A.M.U., Aligarh, India, 2006.
 M.A. in Political Science from Department of Political Science, A.M.U., Aligarh, India, 2002.
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 B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science from Department of Political Science, A.M.U., Aligarh,
India, 1998.
PEER-REVIEWDED SCHOLARLY PUBLICATIONS
Books

 “Himalaya-Hind Mahasagar Rashtra Samuh: Revitalizing the Culture and Maritime Trade
Relations”, (ed.), Manak Publication, Michigan, USA, 2022 (ISBN No.978-1-7322650-4-2).

 “Understanding Iran’s Political and Military Institutions: An Indian Perspective”, IDSA Monograph
Series No.28, December 2013, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, 2013
(ISBN No. 978-93-82169-28-4).

PUBLISHED WORKS IN SCHOLARLY JOURNALS

 “The Evolution of Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust in Kargil” NIU International Journal of
Human Rights, ISSN No. 2394-0298, Vol. 9, February 2023.

 “Convergence and Divergence in Trade and Economic Relationship between Iran and China”,
Review of Research, ISSN No. 2249-894X, Vol. 8, Issue 8, May 2019, pp. 1-11.

 “China-West Asia Relations: Challenges and Prospects”, Review of Research, ISSN No. 2249-
894X, Vol. 7, Issue 11, August 2018, pp. 1-08.

 “Iran-China Relations and Energy Politics”, Review of Research, ISSN No. 2249-894X, Vol. 7,
Issue 7, April 2018, pp. 1-10.

 “Iran-China Political Relations: An Overview of Major Issues”, Review of Literature, ISSN No.
2347-2723, Vol. 4, Issue 10, May 2017, pp. 1-09.

 “India-Iran Relations: Opportunities and Challenges”, Indian Streams Research Journal, 2230-
7850, Vol. 7, Issue 3, April 2017, pp. 1-09.

 “Iran’s Nuclear Deal and Role of Major Powers”, Golden Research Thoughts, ISSN No. 2231-
5063, Vol. 6, Issue 9, March 2017, pp. 1-10.

 “Importance of PM Modi’s Visit to Iran: Opportunities and Challenges for India”, Strategic
Analysis, Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol. 40, No. 5, September-October 2016, pp. 357-
364.
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 “Prime Minister Modi’s Iran Visit: of Commerce, Connectivity and Culture”, The Nationalist
Journal (Special Article), Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation, Issue 25, June 2016,
pp. 18-22. Also available at http://spmrf.org/wordpress/2016/06/28/prime-minister-modis-iran-
visit-of-commerce-connectivity-and-culture/
 “Moderates Strike Back in Iran: Imperatives for the International Community”, Strategic Analysis,
Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol. 40, No. 4, July-August 2016, pp. 239-244.
 “Evaluating the Political and Economic Role of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC)”,
Strategic Analysis, Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol. 36, No. 4, July-August 2012, pp. 584-
596.
 “Velayat-e-Faqih (Supreme Leader) and Iranian Foreign Policy: An Historical Analysis”, Strategic
Analysis, Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol. 36, No. 1, January 2012, pp. 112-127.
 “West Asia and Oil Politics”, Strategic Analysis, Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol. 35, No.
2, March 2011, pp. 287-296.
 “Interpreting India’s Vision in West Asia: A Study of India-Iran Relations”, Journal of South Asian
Survey, Sage Publication, Vol. 18, No 1, January-June 2011, pp. 81-92.
 “Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant and Security Concerns”, Journal of Peace Studies, Vol. 17, No.
2&3, International Centre for Peace Studies, New Delhi, April-September 2010, pp. 116-122.
 “An Assessment of Iran’s Chemical and Biological Weapons”, CBW Magazine: Journal on
Chemical and Biological Weapons, Vol. 2, No. 4, July-September 2009, Institute for Defence
Studies & Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, 2009, pp. 19-21.
 “Iraq Desperate to Appease Iran Without Losing the US”, Strategic Analysis, Routledge, Taylor &
Francis Group, Vol. 32, No. 6, November-December 2008, pp. 955-960.
 “Centre-State Relations: Areas of Conflicts and Reforms”, Legal Journal: Quest for Justice, Vol. 2,
No.1, Dr. Ambedkar Chair of Legal Studies & Research, Department of Law, A.M.U., Aligarh,
2006-2007, pp.125-137.
 “India’s Look-East Policy: A Shattered Dream of An Emerging Power: A Study of Nehru Era”,
The Resurging India: Journal of Politics and Development, Vol.III, No. 1, January-June, 2006,
Centre for Nehru Studies, Department of Political Science, A.M.U., Aligarh, 2006, pp.107-132.
BOOK CHAPTERS
 “Revitalising the Culture and Strategic Cooperation between India and Iran”, in M. Mahtab Alam
Rizvi, Golok Behari and Rajneesh Tyagi (eds.), Himalaya-Hind Mahasagar Rashtra Samuh:
Revitalizing the Culture and Maritime Trade Relations, Manak Publication, Michigan, USA, 2022.
 “Iran and Islamic State: Implications for India”, in S D Muni and Vivek Chadha (ed.), Asian
Strategic Review 2016: Terrorism: Emerging Trends, Pentagon Press, New Delhi, 2016, pp. 118-
130.
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 “Emerging Regional Strategic Dynamics: A Case Study of India-Iran Relations”, in Kausar Azam
(ed.) India in world Affairs: The Next Decade, Manohar Publishers, Delhi, 2016, pp.175-195.
 “India and Iran: Progress and Prospects of an Evolving Security Relationship”, in S D Muni and
Vivek Chadha (ed.), Asian Strategic Review 2015: India as a Security Provider, Pentagon Press,
New Delhi, 2015, pp. 301-311.
 “Bahrain Crisis and Iran-Saudi Arabia Contestation”, in Anwar Alam (ed.), The Arab Spring:
Region and India, New Century Publication, New Delhi, 2014, pp. 137-154.
 “Changing Dynamics of India-Iran Relations: An Assessment of Trade and Investment”, in Sidda
Goud (ed.), India and Iran in Contemporary Relations, Allied Publishers, New Delhi, 2014, pp.
135-146.
 “India’s Trade Relations with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States”, in Rumel Dahiya (ed.),
Developments in the Gulf Region: Prospects and Challenges for India in the Next Two Decades,
Pentagon Press, New Delhi, 2013, pp. 90-114.
 “Iran and Regional Security Dynamics: An Over View”, in S D Muni and Vivek Chadha (ed.),
Asian Strategic Review 2013, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, 2013, pp.
197-212.
 “India-Iran Economic and Trade Relations: Prospects and Challenges”, in M. Badrul Alam (ed.),
Contours of India’s Foreign Policy: Changes and Challenges, Reference Press, New Delhi, 2013,
pp. 220-236.
 “China and West Asia in 2011: Threat or Opportunity?”, in Mandip Singh (ed.), China Year Book
2011, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, 2012, pp 91-98.
 “Iran- Gulf Relations: Beyond the Sectarian Divide”, in Taufiq Ahmad. Nizami (ed.), International
Politics: Areas of Conflict and Confrontation, Manak Publications, New Delhi, 2011, pp. 85-99.
 “US-Iran Rivalries in the Region and its implications for India”, in Anwar Alam (ed.), India,
Global Powers and West Asia: Political and Economic Dynamics, New Century Publication, New
Delhi, 2010, pp.179-197.

POLICY/ISSUE BRIEFS
 “India’s Renewed Interest in Chabahar: Need to Stay the Course”, May 13, 2015, Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi.

 “Crisis in Yemen: Imperatives for Region and Beyond”, May 5, 2015, Institute for Defence
Studies and Analyses, New Delhi.

 “Changing Dynamics of West Asia and Oil Politics”, in Conflict Over Oil in Southeast Asia,
Trending Events Periodical, Future Center for Advanced Research and Studies, UAE, March 2015.
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 “Iran under Rouhani: From Confrontation to Reconciliation”, February 26, 2014,Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi.
 “Arab Spring’: Implications for India”, January 2, 2014, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi.
 “Iran under Hassan Rohani: Imperatives for the region and India”, July 19, 2013, Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi.
 “Tougher US Sanctions against Iran: Global Reactions and Implications”, (Backgrounder),
February 28, 2012. Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi.
 “Crisis in Egypt: Implications for India”, February 4, 2011, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi (Joint).
 “US Sanctions on Iran and Their Impact on India”, June 21, 2010, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi.
TASK FORCE

 Member IDSA Task Force on “West Asia in Transition”, edited by Ambassador Arunadhati
Ghosh, Changing Internal Dynamics in Iraq and its Implications for India, November 2014,
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses and Delhi Policy Group, New Delhi, Report Released
by Hon’ble Vice President of India, M. Hamid Ansari, April 24, 2015.
 Member IDSA Task Force on Water Security for India: The External Dynamics, Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, Report published in September 2010.

PUBLISHED ABSTRACT IN INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATION

(IPSA) JOURNAL

 “Velayat-e-faqih (the Supreme Leader) and Iranian foreign policy: An Historical Analysis”,
International Political Science Abstracts, IPSA, August 2012.
BOOK REVIEWS

 “Iran’s Influence: A Religious-Political State and Society in Its Region”, Elaheh Rostami-Povey,
Strategic Analysis, Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol. 36, Issue 2, March-April 2012, pp.
349-50.
 “Iran’s Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Capabilities: A Net Assessment”, CBW Magazine:
Journal on Chemical and Biological Weapons, Vol. 4, No. 3-4, July-December 2011, Institute for
Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, 2011.
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 “The New Iranian Leadership: Ahmadinejad, Terrorism, Nuclear Ambition, and the Middle East”,
Yonah Alexander and Milton Hoenig, Strategic Analysis, Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, Vol.
34, No. 1, January-February 2010.
 “The Iranian Nuclear Crisis, Mark Fitzpatrick”, Journal of Defence Studies, IDSA, Vol. 4, No. 2,
April 2010, p. 145.
 “Indian Democracy: Meanings and Practices”, Rajendra Vora and Suhas Palshikar, The Resurging
India: Journal of Politics and Development, Vol.III, No.2, July -December 2006, Star Press,
Aligarh, pp.152-158.
NEWS PAPER/MAGAZINE ARTICLES

 “Rouhani's term to be successful; India ties look promising”, The Business Standard, February 18,
2018, http://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/rouhani-s-term-to-be-successful-
india-ties-look-promising-jamia-professor-118021700654_1.html
 “When Persian Gulf meets Arabian Gulf against ISIS”, The Pioneer, August 22, 2015,
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/when-persian-gulf-meets-arabian-gulf-against-
isis.html
 “Breakthrough in Vienna N-talks will be win-win for all”, The Pioneer, July 04, 2015,
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/breakthrough-in-vienna-n-talks-will-be-win-win-
for-all.html
 “Iraq in turmoil: Implications for region and India”, The Pioneer, March 28, 2015,
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/iraq-in-turmoil-implications-for-region-india.html
 “Why Iran feels US going out on a limb to neuter ISIS is a joke?’, The Pioneer, October 18, 2014,
available at http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/why-iran-feels-us-going-out-on-a-limb-
to-neuter-isis-is-a-joke.html
 “Why Arab world united against Islamic State”, The Pioneer, September 13, 2014 available
athttp://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/why-arab-world-united-against-islamic-state.html
 "Iran-Saudi Cooperation Key to Defeat ISIS", The Pioneer, August 30, 2014 available
athttp://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/iran-saudi-cooperation-key-to-defeat-isis.html
 “US-Russia Relations & West Asian Crises”, The Pioneer, July 26, 2014, available at
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/us-russia-relations-and-west-asian-crises.html
 “Turmoil in Iraq, Dilemma for Iran”, The Pioneer, June 28, 2014, available at
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/turmoil-in-iraq-dilemma-for-iran.html
 “Changing Dynamics of Iran-Pakistan Relations”, The Pioneer, March 29, 2014, available at
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/changing-dynamics-of-iran-pakistan-relations.html
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 “Bahrain Crisis: Iran-Saudi Manoeuvres”,The Pioneer, March 15, 2014, available

athttp://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/bahrain-crisis-iran-saudi-manoeuvres.html
 “Syrian Crisis Muddled by Iran, Saudi’s Aspirations”, The Pioneer, January 25, 2014, available at
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/syrian-crisis-muddled-by-iran-saudis-
aspirations.html
 “Importance of Iran’s Participation in Geneva II”, The Pioneer, January 04, 2014, available at
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/importance-of-irans-participation-in-geneva-ii.html
 “Iran poised to meet West halfway”, The Pioneer, December 07, 2013, available at
http://www.dailypioneer.com/columnists/oped/iran-poised-to-meet-west-halfway.html
 “Ahmadinejad on the Ropes”, The Diplomat, Tokyo (Japan), June 29, 2011, at http://the-
diplomat.com/2011/06/29/ahmadinejad-on-the-ropes/
 “Foreign Hand in Iran Bombing?”,The Daily Star, Dhaka (Bangladesh), October 31, 2009 (Re-
published).
 “An Assessment of Iran’s Presidential Elections 2009”, The Elcano Royal Institute for International
and Strategic Studies, Madrid (Spain,) June 19, 2009, available at
http://www.realinstitutoelcano.org/wps/portal/rielcano/NovedadesVista?WCM_GLOBAL_CONTE
XT=/elcano/elcano_es/novedades/novedades+en+la+red+n+301 (Re-published)
WEB-BASED PUBLISHED ARTICLES

 “Iran Elections: And the winner is…”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA), Strategic
Comment, June 13, 2013, available at http://www.idsa.in/

“Khamenei Strikes Back”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA),
Strategic Comment, April 13, 2012, available at http://www.idsa.in/
 “Mounting Pressure on President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’, Institute for Defence Studies &
Analyses (IDSA), Strategic Comment, June 25, 2011, available at http://www.idsa.in/
 “Rafsanjani’s Fading Political Fortunes”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA),
Strategic Comment, March 23, 2011, available at http://www.idsa.in/
 “Iranian interests in the Egyptian Unrest”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA),
Strategic Comment, February 14, 2011 available at http://www.idsa.in/
 “Turbulence Rocks Islamic Republic”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA), Strategic
Comment, January 8, 2010, available at http://www.idsa.in/
 “Shadow over the Latest Nuclear Deal with Iran”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses
(IDSA), Strategic Comment, November 5, 2009, available at http://www.idsa.in/
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 “Foreign Hand in Iran Bombing?”, Institute of Peace & Conflict Studies (IPCS), Articles No. 2988,
October 23, 2009, at www.ipcs.org
 “New Beginning in Islamic Republic”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA), Strategic
Comment, September 11, 2009, available at http://www.idsa.in/.
 “An Assessment of Iran’s Presidential Elections 2009”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses
(IDSA), Strategic Comment, June 19, 2009, at available http://www.idsa.in/
 “Obama’s Overtures to Iran”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses, Strategic Comment, March
30, 2009, available at http://www.idsa.in/
 “Iran’s Nuclear Power Plant: Reactions from GCC”, Institute of Peace & Conflict Studies (IPCS),
Articles No. 2836, March 24, 2009, available at www.ipcs.org
 “Sanctions Against Iran are Futile”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses, Strategic Comment,
April 16, 2008, available at http://www.idsa.in/.
 “Beyond the Arab-Iranian Divide in the Gulf”, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, Strategic
Comment, January 23, 2008, available at http://www.idsa.in/.
 “US-Iran Standoff: Sanctions and Reactions”, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, Strategic
Comment, November 29, 2007, available at http://www.idsa.in/.
 “Russia and the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant”, Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses, Strategic
Comment, October 19, 2007, available at http://www.idsa.in/.
OPINION PIECE

 Views on Lifting of Sanctions against Iran: Implications for India, published in The Telegraph, in
“Iran deal bittersweet for India”, published on January 19, 2016, available
athttp://www.telegraphindia.com/1160119/jsp/nation/story_64651.jsp#.VrSadkCcz_g
 Views on India-Iran Cooperation has been quoted by the Telegraph, “Iran cleric fuels hopes of
warmer ties & more oil”, June 19, 2013,available
athttp://www.telegraphindia.com/1130619/jsp/nation/story_17023803.jsp#.VrSctUCcz_i
 views on Iran's nuclear deal and India has been quoted by The Hindu Business Line in 'Will India
Gain from Iran's Nuclear Deal?' published on April 7, 2015, available at
http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/will-india-gain-from-iran-nuclear-
deal/article7078189.ece
 Geo-politics Magazine on “Indo-Iran Relations”, January 2012.
 LE MONDE, International (France), “US Sanctions on Iran and Implications for India”, February
08, 2012.
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PAPERS ACCEPTED FOR PUBLICATION

 “India and West Asia: Prospects and Challenges of an Evolving Trade and Economic
Relationship”, in Liyaqat Ali Khan (ed.), India’s Asian Order: Culture, Economy and Security,
Department of Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai.

 “West Asia Important to India’s Energy Security?”, in Liyaqat Ali Khan (ed.), India’s National
Security: Key Concerns and Broad Policies, Department of Civics and Politics, University of
Mumbai.

 “India-Iran Relations: Way Ahead”, Institute for Political and International Studies (IPIS), Tehran
(Iran).

TALKS DELIVERED IN INDIA AND ABROAD

 Delivered a Valedictory Remarks in International Conference on “4th HHRS International

Conference on Bharat, GIRMITIYA and Africa: Historical, Cultural and Strategic Cooperation”
organized by University of Delhi and NMCPCR, JMI and FANS on 06th March, 2024”.

 Presentation on titled “The Enduring Impact of Female Indian Indentured Laborers on Reunion
Island in International Seminar on “Bharat, Girmitiya and Africa: Historical Cultural and
Economic Cooperation” organized by University of Delhi and NMCPCR, JMI and FANS on 5th -
6th March, 2024.

 Delivered a Welcome remarks in International Conference on “04th HHRS International

Conference on Bharat, GIRMITIYA and Africa: Historical, Cultural and Strategic
Cooperation” organized by University of Delhi and NMCPCR, JMI and FANS on 05th March,
2024”.

 Presentation on Political Instability in Pakistan in National Conference organized by University of

Rajasthan and Forum for Awareness of National Security, Jaipur on 7th February, 2024.

 Delivered a Vote of Thanks in an invited talk on “European Union’s Role in Peace and Conflict,
organized by Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Political Science, and Nelson
Mandela Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, October 25,
2023.
 Presentation on Separatists Movement in Pakistan: Impact on International Conference on Pakistan
Crisis: Impact on India and South Asia Region organized by Panjab University, Chandigarh and
FANS on 13th October, 2023.
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 Delivered a Vote of Thanks in an invited talk on Russia-Ukraine War and Big Powers: Analysis of
Peace and Conflict, organized by Faculty of Social Sciences and Nelson Mandela Centre for Peace
and Conflict Resolution, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, October 11, 2023.

 Delivered Introductory remarks in Third HHRS International Conference on India and Central
Asia: Historical, Cultural and Economic Connectivity, organized by School of Language
Literature and Culture Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University by Forum for Awareness of National
Security, New Delhi, January 30, 2023.

 Delivered a Vote of Thanks in Third HHRS International Conference on India and Central Asia:
Historical, Cultural and Economic Connectivity, organized by School of Language Literature and
Culture Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University by Forum for Awareness of National Security, New
Delhi, January 31, 2023.

 Delivered a Talk on The Role of Civil Society actors During the Arab Springs in the Refresher
Course for Assistant Professors /Associate Professors of Political Science and Public
Administration Department from various Degree Colleges and Universities across the country,
organized by the UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, Maulana Azad National Urdu
University (MANUU), Hyderabad, July 25, 2022.

 Delivered a Talk on Political Transformation and Reform Trends in West Asia in the Refresher
Course for Assistant Professors/Associate Professors of Political Science and Public
Administration Department from various Degree Colleges and Universities across the country,
organized by the UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, Maulana Azad National Urdu
University, Hyderabad, July 25, 2022.

 Delivered Introductory remarks in a Book Launch Programme on Himalaya-Hind Mahasagar

Rashtra Samuh: Revitalising the Culture and Maritime Trade Relations and Discussion on India’s
Resilience Strength: Challenges in the New Global Order, Jointly organized by Forum for
Awareness of National Security and School of Language, Literature and Culture, Jawaharlal Nehru
University, New Delhi, June 9, 2022

 Delivered a Talk on Conflict in West Asia and Role of United Nations in 14th RC West Asian
Studies, organized by HRDC, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, February 4, 2022.

 Delivered Introductory remarks in International Webinar on Pakistan Occupied Jammu-Kashmir

& Gilgit Baltistan: Changing the Discourse and Prospect, Forum for Awareness of National
Security (FANS), New Delhi, October 31, 2020.
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 Delivered Introductory remarks in International Webinar on Sindhu Desh Freedom Movement:

Challenges and Opportunities, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New Delhi,
September 26, 2020.
 Delivered Introductory remarks in International Webinar on Balochistan Liberation Movement:
Prospects and Challenges, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New Delhi,
September 9, 2020.
 Delivered Introductory remarks in National Webinar on Strategic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
Region and China Containment Policy, Forum for Awareness of National Security (FANS), New
Delhi, August 16, 2020.
 Delivered Introductory remarks in International Webinar on Identity Crisis of Waziristan, Pashtun
Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) and Pakistan’s Oppressive Policy, Forum for Awareness of National
Security (FANS), New Delhi, June 28, 2020.

 Delivered a Talk on Conflict and Peace Initiatives in the West Asia and North Africa, organized by
HRDC, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, December 04, 2019.

 Presentation on The Saudi-Iran Divide: Can it be Bridged? in a Monograph Launch, Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses, April 19, 2016.

 Development in West Asia and India-Iran Relations”, in a Naval Officers Training, Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, March 29, 2016.

 An Indian View of the Gulf Security, The Centre for Asian Studies (Roundtable), Institute of
Diplomatic Studies, Riyadh, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Saudi Arabia, April 10,
2013.

 India and Qatar Strategic Relations, School of Foreign Services, Georgetown University, Doha,
Qatar, April 07, 2013 (Roundtable).

 India’s Economic and Trade Relations with Qatar, RAND-Qatar Policy Institute, Doha, Qatar,
April 07, 2013 (Roundtable).

 India and Gulf Security, Brooking Doha Centre, Doha, Qatar, April 08, 2013 (Roundtable).

 India’s Defence Ties with GCC Countries, Strategic Studies Centre, Ministry of Defence, Doha,
Qatar, April 08, 2013 (Roundtable).

 For Newly Appointed Iranian Diplomats on India-Iran Relations Prospects and Challenges, School
of International Relations, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran, May 21, 2012.
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 For IFS Probationers on India’s Relations with Iran and Saudi Arabia, at Institute for Defence
Studies and Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, February 2012.
 Participated in Panel discussion on Indo-Iran Cultural Relations, July 3, 2012, organised by Islamic
Republic News Agency, (IRNA), Tehran, Iran.
PARTICIPATED IN PANEL DISCUSSIONS/INTERVIEWS

 Interviewed by Aljazeera on Iranian President Hassan Rouhani Visit to India, June 16, 2018.

 Interviewed by Swiss National Public Radio and Television (SRF) on Modi's Iran Visit and
Chabahar Agreement on June 01, 2016.

 Interviewed by ABC Radio Australia on Modi Visit to Iran on May 23, 2016.

 Interviewed by ABP News on Islamic State of Iraq and Syria on March 26, 2016.

 Participated in a panel discussion on “Re-election of Benjamin Netanyahu as Prime Minister of

Israel and Implications for the Region” on DD Urdu, New Delhi, March 20, 2015.

 Participated in a live panel discussion on “Iraq Crisis and future of Indian workers in Iraq” on
News Nation, the programme was aired on June 20, 2014.

 Interviewed by ABP News on “Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS)” on June 19, 2014.

 Participated in a live panel discussion on “Developments in Iraq” on Doordarshan TV, the

programme was aired on June 18, 2014.

 Participated in a live panel discussion on “the Iraq crisis” on Rajya Sabha TV’s 'Desh Deshantar
programme', the programme was aired on June 18, 2014.

 Participated in a live panel discussion on “ISIS and Future of Iraq” on Rajya Sabha TV, the
programme was aired on June 14, 2014.

 Participated in a live panel discussion on “Iraq in Turmoil”, Rajya Sabha TV, the programme was
aired on June 14, 2014.

 Participated in Panel discussion on “Syria peace talks: Path to settlement”, Rajya Sabha TV,
January 25, 2014, available
athttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lbmoVgh9Yw&list=PLA35FD0BB4504FE6E&index=13.

 “Iran's President-elect Hassan Rohani”, Rajya Sabha TV, June 15, 2013.

 The Telegraph, “Iran cleric fuels hopes of warmer ties & more oil”, June 19, 2013.
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 “Emerging Al-Qaeda Threat in Iraq and Security Challenges”,All India Radio’s international
programme, ‘Talks Unit’, January 9, 2014.
 “Rouhani takes Oath as Iran’s New President with a promise to work to ease Western sanctions
and Pledges Moderation”, All India Radio’s international programme, ‘Talks Unit’, August 5,
2013.
 “Election of Iran’s New President: Options For India?”All India Radio’s international programme,
‘Talks Unit’, June 18, 2013.
 Tehelka Magazine, “Iran Elections – A Foregone Conclusion”, May 30, 2013.
 LE MONDE, International (France), Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline and its strategic Importance, March
12, 2013.
 BBC Urdu (London) regarding “Iran-US relations and Strategic Importance of Strait of Hormuz”,
January 5, 2012.
 Lok Sabha Television regarding Vienna Talks and Iran’s Nuclear Enrichment Deal, October 30,
2009 (Live Telecast).
 Lok Sabha Television regarding “Post-Election Crisis in Iran”, August 21, 2009 (Live Telecast).
 Lok Sabha Television regarding “Recent Development in Iran”, June 30, 2009 (Live Telecast).
 ANI (Asian News International) regarding “Israel attacks on Gaza and India’s response”, January
06, 2009.The interview was telecast on Door Darshan Channel.
TRAININGS / OTHER COURSES ATTENDED

 Attended 2 months Persian Language Programme in School of International Relation, Tehran

(Iran), May-July 2012.
 Certificate Course in Persian Language in Iran Culture Centre, New Delhi, September-November
2008.
PAPERS PRESENTED AT INTERNATIONAL SEMINARS/ROUND TABLES/WORKSHOPS

 “West Asia and Its Ramifications on Peace and Harmony in the Region: An Analysis in the Light
of the Recent Conflict” in 10th World Parliament to Promote Culture of Peace in the World, MIT
World Peace University, Pune on 4 – 5 October 2024.

 “Separatists Movement in Pakistan: Impact on India and South Asia Region”, in International
Conference on Pakistan Crisis: Impact on India and South Asia Region, organized by Panjab
University, Chandigarh and FANS, October 13, 2023.

 “India and Central Asia: Revitalising the Strategic Cooperation”, in Third HHRS International
Conference on India and Central Asia: Historical, Cultural and Economic Connectivity, organized
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by School of Language Literature and Culture Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University and Forum for
Awareness of National Security, New Delhi, January 30-31, 2023.

 “Changing Dynamics in West Asia After the Arab Uprising”, in International Conference on
Redefining Peace Towards a Just, Non-violent, and Sustainable Future of the World, organised by
Asia Pacific Peace Research Association (APPRA) in Collaboration with Indian Political Science
Association and USTM, Meghalaya, October 10-12, 2022.

 “India, Iran and Central Asia: Common Issues of Engagement”, in International Conference on
Indo-Central Asia: Challenges and Opportunities, organized by Policy Perspective Foundation,
New Delhi, 26-28th September 2022.

 “Conflict and Challenges to Peace Initiatives in West Asia and North Africa”, in International
Webinar on Challenges to Peace in the Contemporary Times, organised by Department of
Gandhian and Peace Studies and Department of Political Science, Mahatma Gandhi Central
University, Bihar, Asia Pacific Peace Research Association (APPRA), Department of Gandhian &
Peace Studies, Punjab University, Chandigarh and Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), Jakarta,
Indonesia on 19-20 th June 2020.

 “China’s Evolving Role in West Asia”, in International Seminar on India’s Emerging Relations
with West Asian Countries: A Global Perspective, organised by Academic Staff College, Jamia
Millia Islamia on January 27-28, 2020.

 “Conflict in West Asia and the Role of United Nations”, International Seminar on Shifting Sands
in West Asia: Culture, Economy and Polity, Organised by Department of Civics and Politics,
University of Mumbai, March 12-14, 2018.

 “Rise of ISIS and India-Iran Cooperation”, International Seminar on Security Dynamics in West
Asia and Turkey, Organised by Department of Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai and
Zirve University, Turkey, February 1-3, 2016.

 “India-Iran Engagement after Nuclear Deal: Prospects and Challenges” at 11th IDSA-IPIS (Tehran)
Bilateral Dialogue on Geo-Strategic Dynamics in West Asia: India-Iran Cooperation, Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, December 3-4, 2015.
 “Developments in West Asia and India’s Concern”, in a bilateral dialogue between Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) and Institute for Strategic studies, Islamabad (ISSI)
Dialogue, October 24, 2014.
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 “West Asia Important to India’s Energy Security?”, International Conference onIndia’s National
Security: Key Concerns and Broad Policies, Organised by Department of Civics and Politics,
University of Mumbai, September18-20, 2014.
 Changing Dynamics of India-Iran Relations at Bilateral dialogue between IDSA and IPIS at
Institute for Political and International Studies, Tehran, Iran, May 19, 2014.
 India-Iran Relations: An Assessment of Trade and Investment at International Conference on India
and Iran in Contemporary Relations, Organised by Centre for Indian Ocean Studies, Osmania
University, Hyderabad, November 7-8, 2013.
 Emerging Regional Strategic Dynamics: A Case Study of India-Iran Relations, at International
Seminar on “India in world Affairs: The Next Decade,” organized by Osmania University Centre
for International Programmes, Osmania University, Hyderabad, January 22-24, 2013.
 An Analysis of Iranian Response to Bahrain Crisis, at International Seminar on “The Arab Spring:
Region and India,” organized by Centre For West Asian Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
February 15-17, 2012.
 Ensuring Security in an Extended Region: A Case for Indo-Iranian Cooperation, at 17th
International Conference on Central Asia & Caucasus, “Energy, water, food & transportation: areas
for collaboration & integration”, Organised by Institute for Political and International Studies,
Tehran (Iran) 8-9 March 2010.
 Iran-US Relations: An Indian Perspective, at International Seminar on “India-Iran Relations in
Contemporary Times (1979-2009)”, Organised by Centre For West Asian Studies, Jamia Millia
Islamia University, New Delhi, 3-5 January 2009
PAPERS PRESENTED AT NATIONAL SEMINARS/ROUND TABLES/WORKSHOPS

 “Changing Dynamics of India-West Asia Relations: Prospects and Challenges”, National Seminar
on India- Arab Relations: Understanding the Old and New Trajectories, organized by India-Arab
Culture Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, December 15, 2022.

 “West Asia in Turmoil and Role of External Players”, National Seminar on India’s
Interconnection with West Asian Countries: Historical Understanding of Socio-Economic
Relations and Future Prospects, organized by Centre for West Asian Studies, Jamia Millia
Islamia, New Delhi, September 18-19, 2021.

 “Evolving Partnership between China and Arab States and its Implications for India”, National
Seminar on India, China and the Arab World: Exploring New Dynamics, India-Arab Culture
Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, March 25-26, 2019.
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 The Role of International Organisations in Resolving the Yemen Conflict, Gulf Studies Program,
Centre for West Asian studies, School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New
Delhi, September 14, 2017.

 “Iran Nuclear Deal: Implications for the Region and India”, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, July 13, 2015.

 “Changing Internal Dynamics in Iraq and its Implications for the Region”, National Seminar on
West Asia: Between Turbulent Present and Uncertain Future, Centre for West Asian Studies,
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, March 20, 2015.

 “Changing Contours of Iran-China Relations, An Over View”, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi, March 28, 2014.

 “Syrian Crisis and Role of Regional Players”, National Seminar on Dynamics of Geopolitics and
National Security in Asia, Organised by Department of Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai,
February 3-4, 2014.

 Role and Impact of the Velayat-e-Faqih (Supreme Leader) on Iranian Foreign Policy, Institute for
Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, April 15, 2011.
 The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps: Its Political and Economic Role, Institute for Defence
Studies & Analyses (IDSA), New Delhi, November 4, 2011.
 Military Intervention in Libya and the UN Security Council Resolution, Round Table on Recent
Uprising in the Middle East Region, Nehru Centre, Mumbai, June 18, 2011.
INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL SEMINARS ATTENDED

 Emerging Trends in West Asia: Regional and Global Implications,” 15th Asian Security
Conference- 2013, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, February 13-15, 2013.
 Moving Towards Cooperation or Conflict?, South Asia 2020, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi, November 4-5, 2009.
 India – Russia Strategic Dialogue: Opportunities and Challenges, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi, March 13-14, 2009.
 The Changing Face of Conflict and Evolving Strategies in Asia, 11th Asian security Conference,
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, February 3-4, 2009.
 Terrorism and Sectarian Conflicts: Transnational Linkages, 10th Asian security Conference,
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, February 5-6, 2008.
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 International and Regional Security Dynamics: Indian and Iranian Perspective, Institute for Defence
Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, April 24-25, 2008.
 Africa and Energy Security: Global Issues, Local Responses, Institute for Defence Studies and
Analyses, New Delhi, June 23-24, 2008.
 Changing Political Context in India’s Neighbourhood: Prospects of Regional Security and
Cooperation, Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations, New Delhi,
November 5-6, 2008.
 Non-State Armed Group Asian Security 21st Century, Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses,
New Delhi, January 15-16, 2008.
OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

 Worked as an Enumerator in the INDUS Child Labour Project, Aligarh, sponsored by International
Labour Organization, New Delhi, from January -December 2004.
 Worked as Research Analyst in Post Poll Election Survey, sponsored by Centre for Studies of
Developing Society (CSDS) in collaboration with NDTV and the Hindu, New Delhi, 2004.
 Seminar Secretary, Department of Political Science, A.M.U., Aligarh, 2001-2002.
 Proctorial Monitor, A.M.U., Aligarh, 2002.
Country Visits

 Iran (Tehran, Zahedan and Chahbahar), Doha (Qatar) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)
OTHER CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

 Secured NCC ‘B’ and ‘C’ Certificates.

 Secured NSS Certificate.
 Completed one year Post Graduate Diploma in Electronic Data Processing and Machine Operation,
AMU Aligarh, 2000.
LANGUAGES KNOWN

 English, Hindi, Urdu, Persian and Arabic.