Comments & Briefs

Ministry of Defence 2026–27 Budget Estimates: An Analysis

The budget estimates (BE) for the Ministry of Defence stand at Rs 784,678.3 crore, an increase of Rs 103,468.03 crore (15.2 per cent) over 2025–26 BE.

February 13, 2026

S. Samuel C. Rajiv , Abhay Kumar Singh

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‘Anti-Social Media’: The Changing Tech of Terror

Both the ‘anti-social media’ of the Dark Web and the mainstream social media promote hate, violence and indecency for profit and political ends.

February 11, 2026

Adil Rasheed

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Contextualising Russian Responses to US Military Action in Venezuela

The removal of Maduro by the US in Operation Absolute Resolve reifies Russian concerns associated with mass protests and regime change.

February 10, 2026

Anshu Kumar

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Syrian ISIS Prisoner Transfers to Iraq: Challenges

The transfer of Syrian ISIS prisoners to Iraq overlooks structural vulnerabilities within Iraqi society that are likely to intensify as the process unfolds.

February 09, 2026

Saman Ayesha Kidwai

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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