Comments & Briefs

Union Budget and SHANTI Act 2026: Enablers for India’s Nuclear Ambitions

The nuclear-related budget announcements and the SHANTI Act are likely to play a significant role in India’s global nuclear collaborations.

February 06, 2026

Niranjan Chandrashekhar Oak

IDSA Comments

Atmanirbharta in Defence: Key Considerations

India needs to build a defence-industrial ecosystem that reflects its long-term national objectives.

February 06, 2026

Rahul Wankhede

Issue Brief

India to Join Pax Silica

India, as part of the US-led Pax Silica, will become a reliable player in the global critical-materials ecosystem.

February 06, 2026

Ajey Lele

IDSA Comments

Indian Expatriates and Labour Reforms in GCC Countries

The revised labour laws in GCC countries have both positive and negative effects on the Indian diaspora residing in these countries.

February 05, 2026

Tabassum

Issue Brief

Japan–Philippines Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement: Boosting Defence ties

The Japan–Philippines Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA) aims to enhance interoperability and rapid-response capabilities.

February 02, 2026

Simran Walia

IDSA Comments

The Taliban–Russia Re-Connect

President Putin accepting the credentials of the new Afghan ambassador marks the culmination of Russia's paced rapprochement with the Taliban.

January 29, 2026

Priyanka Singh

Issue Brief

Pakistan’s Hangor-Class Submarines: Strategic Implications for India

Hangor-class submarines can expand the Pakistan Navy’s ability to sustain an underwater presence.

January 23, 2026

Namita Barthwal

Issue Brief

Syria Ceasefire Agreement: A Fragile Truce

The 18 January 2026 ceasefire agreement contains inherent vulnerabilities that could derail sustainable peace from taking root in post-war Syria.

January 23, 2026

Saman Ayesha Kidwai

IDSA Comments

New START to Expire: Nuclear Arms Control Goes Up in Smoke

With New START’s expiration in February 2026, the US and Russia will have no legally binding constraints on their nuclear arsenals.

January 22, 2026

Ajey Lele

IDSA Comments

Reassessing DefExpo’s Role in India’s Defence Industrial Ecosystem

The DefExpo has succeeded in projecting India’s defence-industrial ambitions and signalling strategic intent.

January 22, 2026

Rahul Wankhede

IDSA Comments