Research Analyst, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Mr Niranjan C. Oak’s chapter ‘India’s Evolving Policy Towards the Quad: Implication for Security’ has been published in the book Grace Glory and Gaffe: India’s Defence and Security @75, edited by Uttara Sahasrbddhe and Akshay Ranade.

Associate Fellow, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Dr Anand Kumar’s article ‘Changing of the guard set to affect India-Maldives ties’ has been published in ‘The Tribune’, on 30 October 2023.

The incumbent is an ally of former President Yameen, during whose regime the Chinese made deep inroads into the Maldives, says Dr Kumar.

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Assistant Director, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Col Rajeev Agarwal’s brief analysis ‘As Israel 'gradually expands' ground operations into Gaza amidst mounting international pressure, will it prevail?’ has been published in First Post on 29 October 2023.

Despite all the challenges and pressures, Israel stands defiant and resolute. It is banking on its military superiority and the support from its staunchest ally, the US, says Col Agarwal.

Director General MP-IDSA and Think20 Chair for India's G20 Presidency, Amb Sujan R. Chinoy Op-Ed piece on ‘Charting the path ahead as India gains prominence on global stage’ featured in Hindustan Times on 25 October 2023.

The article highlights G20India presidency, Soft Power, India' leadership in Global South, great power competition and more.

Consultant Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Gp Capt Ajey Lele’s opinion piece ‘ISRO develops its agenda for the future’ has been published in ‘The Space Review’ on 23 October 2023.

With the recent success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, India has demonstrated its capabilities in the domain of space. However, it is also important for ISRO to do some soul-searching before preparing a roadmap for the future, says Gp Capt Lele.

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Assistant Director, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Col Rajeev Agarwal’s brief analysis ‘Israel faces multiple challenges as initial outrage of Hamas terror wears off’ has been published in First Post, on 19 October 2023.

Tough decisions await Israel which are likely to have long lasting if not permanent imprint on the future of Israel and Palestine, says Col Agarwal.

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Consultant, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Gp Capt Ajey Lele’s article ‘Israel accused of using White Phosphorus’ has been published in Financial Express on 18 October 2023.

Today’s wars are much beyond the actual warfare and involve the role of major powers and also that of NGOs, perception management and media management, says Gp Capt Lele.

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Senior Research Associate, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Dr Rajiv Nayan’s article ‘Nuclear India@25’ has been published in October 2023 issue of Defence and Security Alert.

India has adopted the policy or doctrine of no first use and no use against non-nuclear weapons countries, and more significantly, its policy/doctrine is nuclear deterrence, not nuclear warfighting, says Dr Nayan.

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Assistant Director, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, Col Rajeev Agarwal's article ‘Another War, Another successful Indian Evacuation’ has been published in ‘The Pioneer’ on 15 October 2023.

India’s steadfast commitment to the safety of its citizens, both at home and abroad, is exemplified through a series of daring rescue operations. From evacuating citizens in conflict zones like Yemen and Afghanistan, to aiding nations in distress after disasters, India’s ‘Indians First’ policy remains unwavering, says Col Agarwal.

Research Assistant, Dr Nazir Ahmad Mir’s article ‘Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations in Quandary: Lessons for Pakistan’ has been published by the International Center for Peace Studies, New Delhi, on 14 October 2023.