Defence
Defence is no longer only a matter of war and peace—it is a tool for diplomacy, economic security, technological leadership and the balancing of powers in the world. This is a segment of BharatVichar that provides you a detailed analysis of military issues, defence policy, Armed forces, new technologies, intelligence, national security, strategies of deterrence and the nature of modern warfare.
We offer well-informed analysis on India's defence preparedness and indigenous capabilities, military developments worldwide, geopolitical flash points, and future trends in warfare, which go beyond mere headlines. We want readers to not only get the picture of what's going on, but also the why and the how of it with respect to India, the region, and the broader international security landscape.
As a strategic affairs enthusiast, policymaker, researcher, student, or defence professional, you'll find thought-provoking analysis of the issues and opportunities that will define the future security landscape.
Kochi becomes the classroom for the world's largest naval coalition, and the stakes go well beyond a training drill
The Southern Naval Command in Kochi will host something that will not catch headlines like a missile test or a border skirmish and yet, it says more about the direction in which India is heading from 20th to 23rd July.
16 Jul 2026
India's air power ranking looks good on paper, but the real contest is being fought in budget books, not scoreboards
An independent global assessment for the fifth consecutive year has rated the Indian Air Force more capable than its Chinese counterpart in total combat power, a rating that will be seen as a confirmation of the Indian Air Force's strength by its military supporters and as an embarrassment by its Chinese counterparts, but which should be interpreted with greater seriousness than either side might muster.
14 Jul 2026
India and New Zealand Bet on a $7-Billion Trade Roadmap to Break Free From China's Shadow
This past weekend, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Auckland and walked away with a full-fledged Strategic Partnership with New Zealand, and a document that is more of a working contract than a diplomatic wallpaper, that New Delhi has been looking for since 2010.
13 Jul 2026





















