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LEADERS IN DIALOGUE
For years, diplomacy has been shaped not only by words spoken at summits, but by the alliances forged quietly behind them.
For years, diplomacy has been shaped not only by words spoken at summits, but by the alliances forged quietly behind them.
December 5, 2025 at 6:14 PM
LEADERS IN DIALOGUE
For years, diplomacy has been shaped not only by words spoken at summits, but by the alliances forged quietly behind them.
For years, diplomacy has been shaped not only by words spoken at summits, but by the alliances forged quietly behind them.
STRANGER THINGS IN GEOPOLITICS
When Prime Minister Modi hugged President Putin, it wasn’t just a gesture.
When Prime Minister Modi hugged President Putin, it wasn’t just a gesture.
December 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
STRANGER THINGS IN GEOPOLITICS
When Prime Minister Modi hugged President Putin, it wasn’t just a gesture.
When Prime Minister Modi hugged President Putin, it wasn’t just a gesture.
PUTIN LANDS IN DELHI, MEETS MODI
The 4th of December, 2025, marks a crucial diplomatic moment in India-Russia bilateral relations as President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi to a warm welcome from PM Modi.
The 4th of December, 2025, marks a crucial diplomatic moment in India-Russia bilateral relations as President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi to a warm welcome from PM Modi.
December 4, 2025 at 2:44 PM
PUTIN LANDS IN DELHI, MEETS MODI
The 4th of December, 2025, marks a crucial diplomatic moment in India-Russia bilateral relations as President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi to a warm welcome from PM Modi.
The 4th of December, 2025, marks a crucial diplomatic moment in India-Russia bilateral relations as President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi to a warm welcome from PM Modi.
Punchlines and Power Plays: Tracing the Roots of Indian Satire
History adorns itself with its oldest habit- hierarchy, and inequality, its most faithful shadow.
History adorns itself with its oldest habit- hierarchy, and inequality, its most faithful shadow.
December 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Punchlines and Power Plays: Tracing the Roots of Indian Satire
History adorns itself with its oldest habit- hierarchy, and inequality, its most faithful shadow.
History adorns itself with its oldest habit- hierarchy, and inequality, its most faithful shadow.
According to CNS Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, INS Aridhaman, the third Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) has entered its final trials and is expected to be commissioned soon.
December 4, 2025 at 2:33 PM
According to CNS Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, INS Aridhaman, the third Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) has entered its final trials and is expected to be commissioned soon.
India and Russia sign the RELOS Pact, opening new opportunities for India in the North.
On 3rd December, India and Russia signed the RELOS agreement, which is a military logistics pact that enables both countries use each other’s bases, ports and supplies.
On 3rd December, India and Russia signed the RELOS agreement, which is a military logistics pact that enables both countries use each other’s bases, ports and supplies.
December 4, 2025 at 7:27 AM
India and Russia sign the RELOS Pact, opening new opportunities for India in the North.
On 3rd December, India and Russia signed the RELOS agreement, which is a military logistics pact that enables both countries use each other’s bases, ports and supplies.
On 3rd December, India and Russia signed the RELOS agreement, which is a military logistics pact that enables both countries use each other’s bases, ports and supplies.
INDIAN NAVY DAY: SEA GUARDIANS
December 4 marks a day shaped by courage at sea and the resolve that defined Operation Trident. It is a reminder of the vigilance that secures India’s maritime horizons.
December 4 marks a day shaped by courage at sea and the resolve that defined Operation Trident. It is a reminder of the vigilance that secures India’s maritime horizons.
December 4, 2025 at 6:53 AM
INDIAN NAVY DAY: SEA GUARDIANS
December 4 marks a day shaped by courage at sea and the resolve that defined Operation Trident. It is a reminder of the vigilance that secures India’s maritime horizons.
December 4 marks a day shaped by courage at sea and the resolve that defined Operation Trident. It is a reminder of the vigilance that secures India’s maritime horizons.
India Hopes to Seal Mega Deal with Germany for Next-Gen Diesel-Electric Submarines
India is set to finalise a major defence deal with Germany this fiscal for six next-generation diesel-electric submarines featuring advanced stealth and improved endurance.
India is set to finalise a major defence deal with Germany this fiscal for six next-generation diesel-electric submarines featuring advanced stealth and improved endurance.
December 3, 2025 at 3:19 PM
India Hopes to Seal Mega Deal with Germany for Next-Gen Diesel-Electric Submarines
India is set to finalise a major defence deal with Germany this fiscal for six next-generation diesel-electric submarines featuring advanced stealth and improved endurance.
India is set to finalise a major defence deal with Germany this fiscal for six next-generation diesel-electric submarines featuring advanced stealth and improved endurance.
Unravelling the Global Value Chain: Impact of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict - A Report
The Russia-Ukraine conflict of 2022 has triggered significant disruptions in the global value chain, particularly affecting the food and fuel sectors.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict of 2022 has triggered significant disruptions in the global value chain, particularly affecting the food and fuel sectors.
December 3, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Unravelling the Global Value Chain: Impact of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict - A Report
The Russia-Ukraine conflict of 2022 has triggered significant disruptions in the global value chain, particularly affecting the food and fuel sectors.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict of 2022 has triggered significant disruptions in the global value chain, particularly affecting the food and fuel sectors.
INDIA'S IT MINISTER ASHWINI VAISHNAW ON T-3
India’s tech story is rising fast, with the minister projecting a “D3” future alongside the US and China.
India’s tech story is rising fast, with the minister projecting a “D3” future alongside the US and China.
December 2, 2025 at 6:13 PM
INDIA'S IT MINISTER ASHWINI VAISHNAW ON T-3
India’s tech story is rising fast, with the minister projecting a “D3” future alongside the US and China.
India’s tech story is rising fast, with the minister projecting a “D3” future alongside the US and China.
Shadows to Spotlight: ‘Educate Girls’ Wins Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025
In the ever-evolving educational landscape, India’s narrative has gained a drive with the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025, which has been awarded to the Foundation to Educate Girls Encyclopedically.
In the ever-evolving educational landscape, India’s narrative has gained a drive with the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025, which has been awarded to the Foundation to Educate Girls Encyclopedically.
December 2, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Shadows to Spotlight: ‘Educate Girls’ Wins Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025
In the ever-evolving educational landscape, India’s narrative has gained a drive with the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025, which has been awarded to the Foundation to Educate Girls Encyclopedically.
In the ever-evolving educational landscape, India’s narrative has gained a drive with the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025, which has been awarded to the Foundation to Educate Girls Encyclopedically.
NEW WORKHORSE MTA IN FOCUS AS IAF PLANS REVAMP OF MILITARY TRANSPORT FLEET
The Indian Air Force is set to overhaul its transport capability with a renewed focus on the upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme.
The Indian Air Force is set to overhaul its transport capability with a renewed focus on the upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme.
December 2, 2025 at 7:13 AM
NEW WORKHORSE MTA IN FOCUS AS IAF PLANS REVAMP OF MILITARY TRANSPORT FLEET
The Indian Air Force is set to overhaul its transport capability with a renewed focus on the upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme.
The Indian Air Force is set to overhaul its transport capability with a renewed focus on the upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme.
India Approves $816 Million Programme to Build Rare-Earth Magnets at Home, in a bid to boost Local Production
In a big push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat, India has taken one of its most decisive steps towards attaining technological self-reliance by approving a ₹7,280-crore($816 million)...
In a big push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat, India has taken one of its most decisive steps towards attaining technological self-reliance by approving a ₹7,280-crore($816 million)...
December 2, 2025 at 7:09 AM
India Approves $816 Million Programme to Build Rare-Earth Magnets at Home, in a bid to boost Local Production
In a big push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat, India has taken one of its most decisive steps towards attaining technological self-reliance by approving a ₹7,280-crore($816 million)...
In a big push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat, India has taken one of its most decisive steps towards attaining technological self-reliance by approving a ₹7,280-crore($816 million)...
Pakistan’s Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos and Their False Narratives
Pakistan continues to propagate its narrative, claiming success in its Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos and alleging that the Indian strikes caused damage to marketplaces and civilian lives.
Pakistan continues to propagate its narrative, claiming success in its Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos and alleging that the Indian strikes caused damage to marketplaces and civilian lives.
December 1, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Pakistan’s Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos and Their False Narratives
Pakistan continues to propagate its narrative, claiming success in its Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos and alleging that the Indian strikes caused damage to marketplaces and civilian lives.
Pakistan continues to propagate its narrative, claiming success in its Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos and alleging that the Indian strikes caused damage to marketplaces and civilian lives.
Prime Minister Modi Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Players
On 27 November 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the nation is gearing up for a big change, as the Center is planning on giving control of the nuclear energy sector to private companies.
On 27 November 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the nation is gearing up for a big change, as the Center is planning on giving control of the nuclear energy sector to private companies.
December 1, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Prime Minister Modi Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Players
On 27 November 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the nation is gearing up for a big change, as the Center is planning on giving control of the nuclear energy sector to private companies.
On 27 November 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the nation is gearing up for a big change, as the Center is planning on giving control of the nuclear energy sector to private companies.
The Geostrata presents GeoMaga, the National Security edition dedicated to unpacking the forces shaping India’s present and future.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The Geostrata presents GeoMaga, the National Security edition dedicated to unpacking the forces shaping India’s present and future.
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CHINA KEENLY WATCHES ON STANDBY AS INDIA PREPARES FOR THE NEW MISSILE TEST
China is closely monitoring India’s upcoming missile test after New Delhi issued a fresh NOTAM demarcating a large no-fly zone over the Bay of Bengal between 1 and 4 December.
China is closely monitoring India’s upcoming missile test after New Delhi issued a fresh NOTAM demarcating a large no-fly zone over the Bay of Bengal between 1 and 4 December.
December 1, 2025 at 7:28 AM
CHINA KEENLY WATCHES ON STANDBY AS INDIA PREPARES FOR THE NEW MISSILE TEST
China is closely monitoring India’s upcoming missile test after New Delhi issued a fresh NOTAM demarcating a large no-fly zone over the Bay of Bengal between 1 and 4 December.
China is closely monitoring India’s upcoming missile test after New Delhi issued a fresh NOTAM demarcating a large no-fly zone over the Bay of Bengal between 1 and 4 December.
INDIA TO PURCHASE 300 RUSSIAN MISSILES; SEEKS FIVE S-400 SQUADRONS
India’s defence ministry is set to issue an RFP to Russia’s Rosoboronexport for nearly 300 missiles to reinforce the S-400 air defence systems, replacing those expended during Operation Sindoor.
India’s defence ministry is set to issue an RFP to Russia’s Rosoboronexport for nearly 300 missiles to reinforce the S-400 air defence systems, replacing those expended during Operation Sindoor.
December 1, 2025 at 6:57 AM
INDIA TO PURCHASE 300 RUSSIAN MISSILES; SEEKS FIVE S-400 SQUADRONS
India’s defence ministry is set to issue an RFP to Russia’s Rosoboronexport for nearly 300 missiles to reinforce the S-400 air defence systems, replacing those expended during Operation Sindoor.
India’s defence ministry is set to issue an RFP to Russia’s Rosoboronexport for nearly 300 missiles to reinforce the S-400 air defence systems, replacing those expended during Operation Sindoor.
GEOMAGA 2025
GeoMaga’s 2025 cover reveal, unveiling this year’s powerful theme: National Security.
GeoMaga’s 2025 cover reveal, unveiling this year’s powerful theme: National Security.
November 30, 2025 at 6:28 PM
GEOMAGA 2025
GeoMaga’s 2025 cover reveal, unveiling this year’s powerful theme: National Security.
GeoMaga’s 2025 cover reveal, unveiling this year’s powerful theme: National Security.
When The Dragon Roared- How China Dictates The 21st-Century Geopolitics
‘ The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without even fighting’- Sun Tzu, The Art of War.
‘ The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without even fighting’- Sun Tzu, The Art of War.
November 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
When The Dragon Roared- How China Dictates The 21st-Century Geopolitics
‘ The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without even fighting’- Sun Tzu, The Art of War.
‘ The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without even fighting’- Sun Tzu, The Art of War.
PM MODI INAUGURATES SKYROOT AEROSPACE INFINITY CAMPUS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi naugurated the Skyroot Aerospace's new Infinity Campus on November 27, 2025. This is a big step forward for India's developing commercial space sector.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi naugurated the Skyroot Aerospace's new Infinity Campus on November 27, 2025. This is a big step forward for India's developing commercial space sector.
November 29, 2025 at 6:32 PM
PM MODI INAUGURATES SKYROOT AEROSPACE INFINITY CAMPUS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi naugurated the Skyroot Aerospace's new Infinity Campus on November 27, 2025. This is a big step forward for India's developing commercial space sector.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi naugurated the Skyroot Aerospace's new Infinity Campus on November 27, 2025. This is a big step forward for India's developing commercial space sector.
Indo-Pacific in a Post-American Guarantee Era: Is Nuclear Risk Rising as U.S. Security Commitments Waiver?
It is a challenging time to be a US ally. America is withdrawing from its role as system administrator in favour of becoming just another self-interested great power.
It is a challenging time to be a US ally. America is withdrawing from its role as system administrator in favour of becoming just another self-interested great power.
November 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Indo-Pacific in a Post-American Guarantee Era: Is Nuclear Risk Rising as U.S. Security Commitments Waiver?
It is a challenging time to be a US ally. America is withdrawing from its role as system administrator in favour of becoming just another self-interested great power.
It is a challenging time to be a US ally. America is withdrawing from its role as system administrator in favour of becoming just another self-interested great power.
India Has Urgently Dispatched Relief Materials to Sri Lanka to Support Under Op Sagar Bandhu
Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating losses in Sri Lanka, prompting India to extend heartfelt condolences and solidarity to its closest maritime neighbour.
Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating losses in Sri Lanka, prompting India to extend heartfelt condolences and solidarity to its closest maritime neighbour.
November 29, 2025 at 2:35 PM
India Has Urgently Dispatched Relief Materials to Sri Lanka to Support Under Op Sagar Bandhu
Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating losses in Sri Lanka, prompting India to extend heartfelt condolences and solidarity to its closest maritime neighbour.
Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating losses in Sri Lanka, prompting India to extend heartfelt condolences and solidarity to its closest maritime neighbour.
India, France to Jointly Produce HAMMER Precision Munitions to Boost Local Defence Manufacturing
In a significant leap for India’s defence manufacturing ambitions, India and France have taken a major step toward strengthening local defence production...
In a significant leap for India’s defence manufacturing ambitions, India and France have taken a major step toward strengthening local defence production...
November 29, 2025 at 6:57 AM
India, France to Jointly Produce HAMMER Precision Munitions to Boost Local Defence Manufacturing
In a significant leap for India’s defence manufacturing ambitions, India and France have taken a major step toward strengthening local defence production...
In a significant leap for India’s defence manufacturing ambitions, India and France have taken a major step toward strengthening local defence production...
From the AMCA to Airbus A320neos: Safran Inaugurates 2 New MRO Centres to Fuel India's Aerospace Rise.
France’s aerospace major Safran has opened two major engine MRO centres in Hyderabad.
France’s aerospace major Safran has opened two major engine MRO centres in Hyderabad.
November 28, 2025 at 6:59 AM
From the AMCA to Airbus A320neos: Safran Inaugurates 2 New MRO Centres to Fuel India's Aerospace Rise.
France’s aerospace major Safran has opened two major engine MRO centres in Hyderabad.
France’s aerospace major Safran has opened two major engine MRO centres in Hyderabad.