Ajey Lele

Role of Nanotechnology in Defence

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (NT) are emerging fields of science and technology that are witnessing the emergence of an increasing number of new ideas and applications.

Iran Enters the Space Arena

One year ago, in February 2008, Iran launched a sounding rocket into outer space to mark the opening of its first space centre.

Role of Biotechnology in Defence

Chair: B S Sachar
Discussants: B M Gandhi & Sachin Chaturvedi

China's Posture in Space and its Implications

As part of its peaceful rise strategy, China has made resolute investments in the field of science and technology.

Space Security and Global Cooperation

Publisher: Academic Foundation
ISBN 13-978-81-7188-741-5
Rs. 695

For the last five decades artificial satellites are being used to perform diverse roles in astronomy, atmospheric studies and education. They have been found useful for reconnaissance, meteorology, navigation, communication and search & rescue.

ISRO Delivers Ten Satellites at a Go

India’s Space Programme has been contributing a lot towards bestowing ‘Soft Power’ status to the country over the last couple of years.

Role of Nanotechonology in Defence

Chair: K Raja Menon
Discussants: P.D.Badoni & N.Ishwar Prasad

Looking Beyond Nuclear Weapons

The year 2008 started with oil prices touching a historic high of US $100 a barrel. This is partly a reflection of the high demand for energy.

CWC’s First Decade

The spectre of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) warfare has led to the formation of global disarmament architecture.

Indo-US Nuclear Deal: Is it worth it?

Many commentators have declared President Bush's signing into law of the US-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Co-operation Act as one of the most decisive moments in international politics in recent years.