Pakistan does not matter much to India's growth. A bigger, stronger and more open Indian economy will transform our ties with that country

Prepare procurement plans well in advance, and have them cleared by the Cabinet, not just the services and defence ministry

Prepare procurement plans well in advance, and have them cleared by the Cabinet, not just the services and defence ministry

Given how the armed forces struggle to attract talent, they cannot rule out hiring half the population

The strategic consequences of a nuclear deal between Iran and the West

Japan's changing military posture presents opportunities for India

Colombo's enduring interests suggest the relationship between the two nations will only strengthen

For India to make the most of Narendra Modi's ambition and energy, he must get New Delhi to keep up

A Chinese company with military links is building a canal across Nicaragua

Though growth in China is unlikely to slow down soon, India should prepare to take advantage of a shifting of gears there