Opinion

Every year, the nation eagerly awaits the presentation of the central financial budget by the finance minister in the Parliament. One of the key elements of the budget is the allocation for Defence Ministry...

Liberalism, one of the most enduring and influential political ideologies, has profoundly shaped global norms in governance, diplomacy, and societal structures. It has served as the cornerstone of the liberal international order, a framework...

The ceasefire in Gaza came into effect on January 19 after months of contested negotiations and delays. Facing death and destruction from continuing strikes from the Israeli forces as well as from increasing starvation...

During his election campaign just like getting the Gaza Ceasefire implemented before his inauguration, which he did, Trump had also promised to get the Russia-Ukraine war ended within 100-days of him taking over the...

In 2015, Russia on the request of the Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad, launched a blistering air campaign against the rebel forces and the Islamic State (IS) opposing the Assad regime in conjunction with the...

The emphasis on ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-reliant India) in defence manufacturing remains paramount as India prepares the 2025 budget. The advancements in domestic defence manufacturing have strengthened economic growth and national security by drastically lowering...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a fancy tech tool anymore; it’s a real force for change in our society. For India, a country with diverse challenges and tons of opportunities, AI offers a...

The India-China relations, though webbed in complexity and distrust, is one of the most important bilateral relationships in the world. Both nations play a pivotal role in shaping the emerging multipolar world order and...

The recent cross-border strikes by Pakistan and the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), backed by Afghan Taliban have led to tensions between the two neighbours. Traditionally, before the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August...

One of the fallouts of Assad’s ouster has been Russia relocating its military assets from Syria to Libya. The fall of the Assad regime could be interpreted as the West, led by the United...

India’s ranking as the fourth most powerful military globally, as per the 2024 Global Firepower Index, is a testament to its growing stature in the region. The past year has been marked by substantial...

Traditionally, the Indian Armed Forces have prepared for conventional warfare primarily against Pakistan. Our military doctrines and war games have largely focused on “Red Land,” a term often used to refer to Pakistan. Meanwhile,...

Geography makes for history and strategy, and India did not choose its geography or neighbours but it is time it must have a National Strategy or a White Paper to guide the Armed Forces....