India–Central Asia Relations: Strengthening Strategic Connectivity in the Heart of Eurasia In May 2024, India signed a landmark 10-year agreement with Iran to manage and develop the Shahid Beheshti terminal at Chabahar Port, a critical gateway to Central Asia that bypasses Pakistan. The move drew global attention, especially as the United States issued a sanctions-related caution. India,...

India’s Census: Tracing its Legacy, Modern Transition, and What Lies Ahead The Indian Census is far more than a statistical exercise, it’s a foundational tool that shapes governance, informs public policy, and captures the changing fabric of the country’s social and economic landscape. With the next enumeration scheduled between October 2026 and March 2027, and set to be India...

Operation Spider Web: Strategic Precision or Escalation Trap in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict? In a conflict that has evolved into one of the most complex geopolitical crises of the 21st century, Ukraine's recent drone campaign Operation Spider Web, stands out for its bold execution and controversial implications. The operation has garnered international attention for its strategic design and...

The Iron Ore Industry in India: Backbone of Industrial Growth India's rapid infrastructure and industrial expansion hinges significantly on its mineral wealth, particularly iron ore. As the principal raw material for steel production, iron ore plays a pivotal role in the development of multiple sectors — from construction and transportation to defense and manufacturing. Contributing a...

India Overtakes Japan to Become the Fourth Largest Economy India has officially emerged as the world’s fourth-largest economy in terms of nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP), surpassing Japan in 2025, as per a report from NITI Aayog. This significant milestone places India just behind the United States, China, and Germany. With a GDP of approximately $4.2 trillion, India narrowly edged p...

Navika Sagar Parikrama: India's Women Sailors Conquer the High Seas India's growing maritime ambitions and the evolving role of women in its defence forces found perfect expression through the twin milestones of Navika Sagar Parikrama I and II. These circumnavigation missions, led by Indian Navy’s women officers aboard the sailboat INSV Tarini, have not only demonstrated India'...

India’s Cancer Crisis: A Growing Public Health Emergency In recent years, India has witnessed a surge in cancer-related cases and deaths, transforming it into one of the most pressing public health concerns of our time. From celebrities making their diagnoses public to the increasing number of cases in younger age groups, cancer has emerged not only as a medical condition but also as a so...

India’s New Urban Worry: Overnutrition A Silent Urban Crisis Emerging In recent years, India’s public health discourse has shifted from battling undernutrition to facing a new and largely underestimated threat—overnutrition. Traditionally, the nation has focused on food scarcity and malnourishment, especially in rural and economically marginalized populations. However, as u...

Oil Spill Crisis off Kerala Coast: A Wake-Up Call for India's Maritime Preparedness Context On May 25, 2025, a serious environmental emergency unfolded off the coast of Kerala when the cargo ship MV Asian Express, registered in Liberia, capsized in the Arabian Sea. The vessel was carrying 643 containers, several of which contained hazardous chemicals including Calcium Carbide and bunker...

India’s Coastline is Now 11,988 km Long: The Science, Significance, and Shifts Behind the Measurement India, known for its vast and diverse coastline, has recently updated its official shoreline measurement for the first time in over four decades. The length of India’s coastline, long considered to be around 7,500 kilometers, has now been revised to 11,988 kilometers, marking a 47%...