India and the U.S. strengthened their strategic ties with the 10-year “Framework for the U.S.-India Major Defence Partnership” signed in October 2025. The pact enhances cooperation in technology transfer, intelligence sharing, joint exercises, and defence production, reinforcing regional stability and a free, open Indo-Pacific.
Click to View MoreTechnology is transforming governance in India by promoting transparency and efficiency through initiatives like Digital India, Aadhaar, and UMANG. These tools enable faster, corruption-free services and data-driven policies. However, challenges such as the digital divide, cybersecurity risks, and data protection remain crucial for inclusive governance.
Click to View MoreThe Battle of Rezang La (18 November 1962) was a heroic last stand by 120 Indian soldiers, mostly from the Ahir community, of the Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment, against a much larger Chinese force in Ladakh. Led by Major Shaitan Singh, who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, the defenders fought “to the last man and the last bullet,” protecting the strategic Chushul airbase and preventing further Chinese advance. Out of 120 soldiers, 114 were martyred, while Chinese casualties were much higher. The battle is remembered for its bravery, sacrifice, and patriotic spirit, with memorials like Ahir Dhamhonoring the soldiers’ legacy.
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India’s refugee dilemma reflects a tension between humanitarian traditions and national security concerns. Without a formal refugee law, policies are ad-hoc, with selective treatment, as seen in the CAA and Rohingya securitization. This raises debates on India’s commitment to equality, secularism, and its role in upholding international human rights.
Click to View MoreCountering extremism demands a balanced approach that combines strong security measures with social inclusion, education, and community engagement. Addressing root socio-economic grievances alongside proactive prevention and global cooperation can ensure long-term stability and protect India’s democratic and pluralistic values.
Click to View MoreTechnology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR-2025) aims to strengthen nuclear deterrence and expand drone warfare capabilities. The plan includes acquisitions of nuclear command-and-control infrastructure, radiation detection tools, and mobile decontamination units.
Click to View MoreIndia to create Integrated Theatre Commands (ITCs) to unify the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Recommended by the Kargil and Shekatkar committees, ITCs aim to boost jointness, optimize resources, and tackle modern multi-domain threats. Despite inter-service challenges, ITCs are vital for strengthening national security.
Click to View MoreThe Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, proposes a ban on online money games, including skill-based ones like fantasy sports, to combat addiction, financial losses, and illicit activities. However, it also raises concerns about job losses and the rise of the illegal betting market, highlighting constitutional ambiguities.
Click to View MoreIndia replaced its sedition law (Section 124A of the IPC) with Section 152 of the BNS, sparking criticism for its potential threat to free speech due to broad wording, leading to the Supreme Court's review to balance national security with the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression.
Click to View MoreThe Indus Waters Treaty, a World Bank-mediated pact, was signed in 1960. It allocates 80% of the Indus basin's water to Pakistan. India suspended the treaty in April 2025 after a terrorist attack, citing an outdated framework and Pakistan’s obstruction of projects. The path forward involves modernising the treaty to address current water and security challenges.
Click to View MoreIndia-China relations are at a critical juncture, marked by a post-Galwan trust deficit, persistent border disputes, and trade imbalance. To navigate this, India must strengthen border infrastructure, diversify supply chains, and engage in assertive diplomacy. A strategic and patient approach is essential to safeguard national interests.
Click to View MoreThe 2019 abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir led to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, allowing statehood and legislative assembly elections. The Supreme Court upheld this decision, promoting a democratic process. The security situation improved, with a decrease in terrorism incidents and local recruitment.
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