Since Operation Sindoor, the Indian military has entered a phase of accelerated strengthening as China, Pakistan and Bangladesh simultaneously step up military purchases
With Donald Trump upending the world order and weaponising tariffs, India is diversifying partnerships and pursuing reforms to align with its changed strategic needs — a trajectory that has the support of a majority of Indians
China has confirmed probes against Xi Jingping's trusted ally Gen. Zhang Youxia and top PLA commander Gen. Liu Zhenli in what is billed as an anti-corruption drive
At the 77th Republic Day Parade, the armed forces will display Operation Sindoor-style formations in a bold assertion of joint military operations and advanced capabilities
India is on alert as Indonesia considers buying Pakistan–China co-developed JF-17 fighter jets even while finalising a $450 million BrahMos missile deal with New Delhi.
German chancellor Friedrich Merz's first official visit to India opens new frontiers of bilateral cooperation in trade, defence and strategic sectors
Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's willingness and resolve to use military might if necessary in response to terrorist attacks orchestrated by the enemy on its soil
The Venezuela operation exposes the limitations of Chinese systems while endorsing India's emphasis on layered, battle-tested air defence over cost-driven options
The blueprint for 2026 promises to redefine India's defence future, but global credibility will be earned only through deliveries, not prototypes or mega announcements
India pushed hard last year to reshape the Global South's agenda in a multilateral forum like G20; 2026 is the time to materialise it
