Russia’s Push for India in ‘Afghan Quad’: A Strategic Opportunity or Diplomatic Dilemma?
Ashish Keserwani India, a victim of terrorism, possesses intelligence and counter-terrorism capabilities which is why India can be a great…
A Game of Geopolitical 3D Chess: Navigating Modi-Trump Relations in a Changing World
Balaji Subramanian If India has to play three-dimensional chess in international relations with Trump, it must support and ensure that…
Donald Trump’s First Day as the 47th U.S. President – A Radical Policy Reset
Prajwal K M On his inaugural day as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump enacted a sweeping set…
India’s Maritime Renaissance: Commissioning of INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer and their Strategic Implications
Piyush Anand To maintain security and stability in the Indian Ocean area and beyond, India aims to become a self-reliant,…
Maldives-India Relations Amid China’s Rising Influence in 2025
Shrivara Mahajan The Maldives under President Muizzu has shifted focus toward China, raising India’s concerns over strategic influence in the…
India on the Global Front: Achievements of Indian Foreign Policy 2024
Alok Virendra Tiwari India’s foreign policy reached significant milestones this financial year, witnessing unprecedented events. Amid global uncertainty, 2024 emerged as…
The Investment of Soft Power – Shaping Global Influence Through Culture and Diplomacy
Uma Sudhindra In this edition of Sharp Scope, Uma Sudhindra delves into India's ascent as a soft power leader. Through…
Ayurveda as a Soft Power – India’s Strategic Integration of Cultural Heritage into Global Diplomacy
Dr. Muktha L S India's strategic promotion of Ayurveda highlights its potential as a global soft power tool, emphasizing cultural heritage and…
India and Kuwait: A New Era of Strategic Partnership and Cooperation
Aayush Pal Prime Minister Modi made a historic trip to the Gulf country of Kuwait, becoming the first Indian Prime…
Anura Dissanayake’s Maiden Visit to India: Sri Lanka’s Balancing Act Attempts to Solve Long-Standing Disputes
The newly elected Sri Lankan President Aruna Dissanayake paid his first foreign visit to India this week. This…