In the world’s highest battleground, the Siachen Glacier, soldiers patrol frozen silence while beneath their boots the Earth melts not just from rising temperatures, but from the consequences of human conflict. Along the volatile India-China border in the Himalayas, climate change and military escalation are colliding in dangerous ways.
View More Melting Peace: Climate Change and Militarization on India-China Border
Asia’s maritime domain has become a focal point of strategic competition, with nations across the region investing heavily in naval modernisation to secure their interests in an increasingly contested environment. Is Asia witnessing a race for maritime supremacy, or are these efforts driven by a mix of defensive and prestige-oriented motives?
View More Naval Modernisation in Asia: A Race for Maritime Supremacy?
Non-traditional security threats have emerged as significant challenges in the 21st century. These threats, encompassing cyber warfare, biological threats, climate change and transnational crimes, transcend national boundaries and demand comprehensive strategies. For India, addressing these challenges is crucial for maintaining national stability and global influence.
View More India’s Strategy for Countering Non-Traditional Security Threats
Germany’s Envoy to India Ambassador Philip Ackermann asserted recently that for Germany, the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a game changer, which will funnel more investments into India. Last month, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited India for dialogue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi where the two leaders agreed to finalise the FTA by the end of 2025.
View More India-Eu Free Trade Agreement: Opening New Frontiers
The Waqf system, which manages Islamic endowments, is pivotal in administering charitable assets in India. Issues of financial mismanagement, lack of transparency and potential abuse of Waqf properties have raised concerns and prompted various revisions in Waqf laws. In the past few years, security agencies have issued warnings about the diversion of Waqf funds for nefarious undertakings, like financing terror.
View More Waqf Board Amendments and National Security: Addressing Concerns of Misuse and Oversight
In the aftermath of the devastating conflict between Israel and Hamas that erupted on October 7, 2023, resulting in the widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip, the international community has been grappling with proposals for Gaza’s reconstruction and future governance.
View More U.S. Rejects Egypt’s Gaza Plan Amid Palestine Future Clash
This is an exclusive interview of Professor Wafula Okumu by Journalist & Columnist Seema Sengupta. Prof. Okumu is an expert on territorial disputes and Executive Director of The Borders Institute. He served in the African Union Border Programme and has authored several books on the challenges of peace, security and governance in Africa.
View More Will Congo Crisis Lead To Redrawing Of African Borders?
The Khalistani separatist movement is one of the most contentious issues in modern Indian history. Rooted in the demand for an independent Sikh state called Khalistan, the movement primarily arose from Punjab’s socio-political dynamics. While its roots trace back to the mid-20th century, its implications are still evident today, both domestically and internationally.
View More Khalistani Movement: History, Challenges, and Modern Relevance
As urbanisation accelerates, Indian cities face growing threats of terrorism. Densely populated areas, critical infrastructure and symbolic landmarks make them prime targets for asymmetric warfare. The anonymity offered by urban sprawl and the rise of modern threats like cyber-terrorism further exacerbate these risks, demanding a robust and multi-pronged security approach.
View More Urban Security: Preparing Indian Cities for Terror Threats
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is on an official visit to India. While welcoming him warmly, his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi referred to the terrorist attacks in Christchurch and Mumbai. The two sides agreed that terrorism in any form is unacceptable and vowed to cooperate in combating the scourge of extremism.
View More The Christchurch Attack and Extremism in the Far East
