Advanced Military Technologies and Outer Space

Our Advanced Military Technologies and Outer Space research charts the impact of high-technology on India’s military transformation.

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Advanced Military Technologies and Outer Space

Some critical and emerging technologies play a crucial role in the rapidly changing character of war. As states increase investments in their military capabilities, our AMT research evaluates the impact of space power, nuclear weapons, and key emerging technologies on military doctrines, strategic balance, technology sharing mechanisms, and arms control initiatives.

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Starlink and Risks for India

Starlink's technological dominance, Elon Musk's influence over US policy, and a self-certification-based regulatory framework combine to pose real risks for India — the paper recommends strengthening Digital Bharat Nidhi, prioritising satellite providers with Indian equity, and building proactive rules for direct-to-device satellite technology.

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Focus Areas

Space Power

Takshashila's Space Power initiative evaluates the role of space technology in international relations, their role in supporting terrestrial military operations, as well as the evolution of space as a major strategic domain.

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Selected publications

Space as a Strategic Environment A Defence Space Doctrine India's Diplomatic Approach to Space Security

Nuclear Powers

This initiative studies the ongoing evolution of the global nuclear order as growing international rivalries and emerging technologies change the size and character of nuclear arsenals.

Selected publications

Anthology on No-First-Use Strategic Stability Nuclear Trilemma between India, China and Pakistan

Critical and Emerging Military Technologies

This project examines how remotely piloted vehicles, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing will shape India's armed forces in the 21st century. It also delves into what needs to be done to build Indian capabilities in these areas, and India's diplomatic engagement in international negotiations concerning these technologies.

Selected publications

Role of Remotely Piloted Aircraft in Indian Airpower

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Space Power Course

An online course on space power, India's space reforms, the Outer Space Treaty, megaconstellations, space law, and India's and China's military space strategies.

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