Comments and Briefs
Publications
Events
Talk
Talk by Mr. V. Srinivas: Pakistan's Economic Crisis - Is a Recovery Possible?
September 23, 2019
Eminent Persons' Lecture Series
Lecture by the Chief of the Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM, ADC (Stands Cancelled)
September 09, 2019
Multimedia
Y B Chavan Memorial Lecture by Chief of Army Staff, General Bipin Rawat
Addressing the Challenges of Hybrid Conflict in the 21st Century
November 28, 2018
Shifting Geopolitics in Asia:
India-Japan Relations and the Future of Indo-Pacific Region
December 8, 2017
Op-eds and Articles
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Chinese dragon’s increasing presence in the Indian Ocean by S. Kalyanaraman
November 10, 2019 -
China remains wary of the Quad and its future contours by Sujan R. Chinoy
November 07, 2019 -
Resurgent ISIS and The Threat to South Asia by Adil Rasheed
November 04, 2019
Baghdadi’s Elimination: ISIS Down but Not Out
The ISIS may be down but not out as it is in the process of regrouping. A large number of their cadres are known to have survived. Any relaxation of pressure will give ISIS room for manoeuvre and ability to garner support of local allies.
Significance of SDGs and India’s Evolving Global Role
India has demonstrated a bold commitment to multilateralism. On all three parameters – ideational, diplomatic and institutional – India’s role is a continuation of a long lineage. As for the implementation of SDGs, India is trying to ensure that its impressive growth trickles down to the last man standing through proactive state interventions.
Analysing China’s Digital and Space Belt and Road Initiative
The recently held second Belt and Road forum in April 2019 based on the theme “Shaping a Brighter Shared Future" gained considerable momentum in the world community. BRI has been an ever evolving concept that has changed considerably since its inception in 2013. It has generated a blend of optimism and consternation around the world.
ISIS Crisis: Unknown ‘Caliph’ of an Absent Caliphate
The possibility of total decimation of ISIS gives the world an opportunity to take the fight against global terror to several localised jihadist groups operating across the world, before they forge new cross-continental alliances and give rise to a larger terror conglomerate.
Xi’s Nepal Visit Reveals a Grander Chinese Himalayan Approach
President Xi’s Kathmandu visit sets a new parameter for the China-Nepal ties, moving away from the traditional interstate relations based on simple bilateral modes of engagement. Beijing seems to be orchestrating a Himalayan approach in its relations with Kathmandu – revealing a grander Chinese policy in making.
Saudi Drone Attacks: A Preliminary Military Evaluation
The September 14 strikes targeting Saudi oil refineries demonstrated an exceptional level of mission accomplishment that is possible with drones today. In the coming times, drones are likely to get an increasing share in augmenting the decisive role of air power.
Aircraft Carriers – The Keystone to India’s Maritime Security
Considering the wide expanse to be covered on both sides of the Indian Peninsula, and the possibility of concurrent operations on either side, it is imperative that India maintains an operational carrier battle group on both sides, and at all times.