The Arctic is rapidly emerging as one of the most consequential geopolitical theatres in the 21st century. Accelerating climate change, melting sea ice, evolving maritime…
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Germany’s Military Turn 2026: Reform or Return of History
Germany’s latest military reforms have triggered a global debate that goes far beyond policy details. The Military Service Modernisation Act, introduced in 2026, brought back…
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Exercise Trishul: Advancing India’s Theatre Command
Exercise Trishul is an important step in India’s continued progress toward integrated warfighting and jointness at the theater level. In late 2025, the Southern Command of the Indian Army, the Western Naval Command of the Indian Navy, and the South-Western Air Command of the Indian Air Force all worked together on the western border. The desert of Rajasthan, the marshlands of Kutch, and the northern Arabian Sea were all part of this. Trishul was more than simply a display of strength; it showed that India could work together in many areas, such as land, sea, air, cyber, and space. This article looks at the goals, design, new ideas, and strategic effects of the exercise in light of India’s evolving theatre-command doctrine and Atmanirbhar Bharat defence reforms.
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India Navigating BRICS
BRICS offers India a strategic platform to promote its developmental goals, maintain strategic autonomy, and influence global governance reforms. However, internal divisions, China’s dominance, and rapid expansion pose significant challenges. India must proactively shape BRICS to preserve its relevance as a cooperative Global South platform.
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Parliament Debates Operation Sindoor, Doctrine Redefined
The parliamentary debate on Operation Sindoor marked a strategic shift in India’s national security doctrine, showcasing a coordinated diplomatic and military response to cross-border terrorism. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized global support and outlined a new five-point doctrine, while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh detailed the precise military action that followed the Pahalgam attack. AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi stood out from the opposition, raising critical questions on India’s defence preparedness, reflecting a maturing bipartisan approach to national security.
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The Rohingya Crisis: A Global Responsibility Abandoned?
The Rohingya crisis reflects a grave global humanitarian failure, with over a million people displaced and inadequate international response. Despite severe persecution and civil war in Myanmar, global powers and institutions have failed to act decisively. Urgent, coordinated efforts are needed to uphold human rights, deliver aid, and ensure long-term solutions for displaced populations.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025: Remembering 26 Years of Courage and Victory
India marks the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas in 2025, honouring the extraordinary bravery of soldiers who reclaimed Indian territory during the 1999 Kargil War. Through nationwide tributes like mountain expeditions, outreach to martyrs’ families, and youth engagement, the Indian Army has kept their legacy alive. The day also reflects India’s transformation into a stronger, tech-enabled military power, inspired by the courage and sacrifices of Kargil’s heroes.
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Combat Air Patrol: Relevance in Modern Air Warfare
The traditional air defence doctrine has long relied on Combat Air Patrols (CAP) as the primary means of securing national airspace. Supported by Operation Readiness Platforms (ORP)—fighter jets on ground alert, fully armed, and ready to launch within minutes—CAP missions have historically provided a rapid response to enemy aerial threats, especially near borders or in high-risk areas.
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Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s Space Journey Ignites India’s Dreams
The article talks about India’s accomplishments in space during the AXIOM 4 mission. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla has become a new national hero and inspiration for the new generation, and his experiments during his 18-day space mission will help ISRO’s upcoming Gaganyan mission. India has strengthened its scientific muscles through the mission, which will boost India’s space economy and global standing.
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PM Narendra Modi’s Croatia Visit – Analysing The Geoeconomic Dynamics
PM Narendra Modi’s historic visit to Croatia marks a strategic shift in India’s foreign policy, enhancing ties with a key Eastern European economy amid broader EU-FTA negotiations. The visit also signals India’s interest in a potential India–Egypt–Croatia trade corridor, offering an alternative to IMEC amid Middle Eastern tensions. This deepening trilateral engagement could reshape India’s economic footprint in Europe and the Mediterranean.
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