On July 4, Tehran's Grand Mosalla Mosque saw millions gather ahead of the multi-day state funeral procession of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. However, in a crucial game of optics, the funeral also revealed Iran's current political standing in power and allyship, uncovering critical alliances of the r...

The security landscape between India and Pakistan has undergone a significant transformation following Operation Sindoor, extending beyond traditional concerns of cross-border terrorism and Kashmir. This article examines the operation's strategic implications, the evolving role of deterrence, the gr...

As generative AI transforms the global knowledge economy, India's long-standing comparative advantage in labour-intensive digital services is entering a period of strategic transition. This article argues that the debate extends beyond job displacement to the broader concepts of labour sovereignty, ...

The convergence of space, cyberspace, and artificial intelligence is redefining the foundations of national power and strategic competition. This article examines how India is integrating these domains through its evolving AI diplomacy, highlighting initiatives such as the AI Impact Summit, the Indi...

The rapid advancement of 'Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems' (LAWS) has exposed significant gaps in the governance of emerging military technologies. This article examines how autonomous targeting challenges the principles of international humanitarian law, creates an accountability gap by reducing ...

The United Nations was established in 1945 with the ambitious goal of preserving international peace, promoting collective security, and preventing future global conflicts. For decades, it has served as the primary forum for diplomacy, conflict resolution, humanitarian assistance, and international ...