The versatility, speed and strategic reach of air power makes it an indispensable component of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) efforts, contributing significantly to the effectiveness and efficiency of disaster response operations. This article provides an in-depth exploration of the intricate dynamics between air power and HADR, offering valuable insights into the evolving and indispensable role of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in disaster management within the Indian context.

A new phase of drone warfare has come, involving several actors and the usage of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has progressed beyond
counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations to full-scale conventional battles. Moreover, as technology advances and is linked to artificial intelligence, a new third era of drone warfare is on the horizon. It is therefore pertinent to analyse the global proliferation of military drones, the indigenisation of military drones in India and to examine where India stands in the context of military drones.

Women in conflict throughout the world are taking significant risks to contribute to peace and security and their participation in peacekeeping operations has enhanced their role in peacebuilding and defending the rights of women. Women peacekeepers have proven themselves equal of their male counterparts in the execution of jobs under tough circumstances in all disciplines of peacekeeping.