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Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan

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Enhancing Cybersecurity in Outer Space

As technologies evolve, so do threats.

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AI Chips for China Face Additional US Restrictions

China has criticized the latest round of new rules by saying that it will “disrupt the international semiconductor market as well as cooperation...

05.04.2024 4

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Sela Tunnel: India’s Border Infrastructure Push Makes Progress

With tensions persisting on the Sino-Indian border, Delhi’s efforts to bolster its infrastructure in critical areas continues.

01.04.2024 3

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Undersea Cables are Increasingly Critical and Vulnerable

Undersea cables must be understood as critical infrastructure, and their vulnerability – to intentional tampering and accidental damage –...

26.03.2024 5

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India’s Submarine Saga

Without timely replenishment, India could end up with a submarine fleet similar to that of Pakistan.

25.03.2024 10

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Maiden Test for India’s Agni-5 MIRV Missile

MIRV capability is a complex technology and India’s test this week puts India among a small group of countries – the U.S., U.K., Russia, France,...

14.03.2024 5

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Nuclear Proliferation Surfaces Again as India Intercepts Pakistan-bound Dual Use Items

Indian customs officials reportedly intercepted a Malta-flagged merchant ship carrying a computer numerical control machine en route from China to...

08.03.2024 6

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India-Japan ‘Dharma Guardian’ Exercise 

Military engagements between India and Japan have been on a steady growth path that mirrors the shared political and strategic goals of Delhi and...

29.02.2024 5

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Why Russia’s Latest Space Weapon Is So Dangerous

Bringing the nuclear element into space, be it a nuclear weapon or a nuclear-powered counterspace weapon, will have serious repercussions.

20.02.2024 5

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US Official Warns of China’s Growing Offensive Cyber Power

FBI Director Wray, in particular, sounded the alarm about China's targeting of U.S. critical infrastructure for potential cyber attacks.

12.02.2024 3

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Indian Foreign Secretary Visits Bhutan as New Government Tales Charge 

The Indian foreign secretary’s visit came as the new Bhutanese government is preparing to work out its complex border issues with China.

05.02.2024 20

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China’s Nuclear Forces Continue to Expand

China’s nuclear expansion could lead to a spiraling arms race.

29.01.2024 6

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Maldives’ Muizzu Throws in With China

Malé is playing India and China against each other and trying to get the best deal, but Muizzu appears to have gone a bit overboard this time. 

18.01.2024 3

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Aditya-L1 Mission: Another Feat for India’s Space Program

India’s maiden solar mission undertook a journey of around 1.5 million km from Earth, taking 127 days to reach its final destination.

10.01.2024 9

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India’s Russia Defense Gambit

The uncertainty and possible further disruptions in the defense supply chain out of Russia could accelerate India’s diversification and...

05.01.2024 3

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Sino-Indian Border Infrastructure in the Indian Defense Ministry’s Year End Review

Given the state of bilateral relations between India and China, New Delhi is doubling down on its efforts regarding strategic border infrastructure.

28.12.2023 4

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India Announces Republic Day Chief Guest: French President Emmanuel Macron

New Delhi and Paris have a lot in common in terms of their strategic perspectives on a free, open, inclusive, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

22.12.2023 3

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Another Launch for China’s Reusable Space Plane

In some ways, China’s Shenlong is similar to the U.S. X-37B reusable space plane, whose planned operations and capabilities have similarly remained...

21.12.2023 3

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What’s Important About the Indian Parliament Security Breach

Despite a history of terrorist attacks and other security concerns, the culture of security appears to be still wanting when it comes to critical...

18.12.2023 5

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NASA Chief in India: Big Fillip to India-US Space Agenda 

There appears to be a near perfect alignment of the stars for the Indian and U.S. space agencies to collaborate under. 

04.12.2023 5

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Momentum in the India-Australia Relationship on Display With 2+2 Strategic Dialogue

Canberra and New Delhi look at each other as vital partners playing critical roles in maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. 

27.11.2023 6

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India-US 2+2 Strategic Dialogue Keeps Indo-Pacific in Focus

Despite multiple crises in Europe and the Middle East, with the 2 2 strategic dialogue Washington demonstrated that it has not entirely lost sight of...

20.11.2023 10

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China-US Nuclear Arms Control Talks: A Much-Needed First Step

Ahead of the anticipated Biden-Xi meeting, officials from both sides met in Washington for arms control and nonproliferation talks.

13.11.2023 7

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India’s Cyber Vulnerabilities Grow

India has been pushing its Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) initiatives within the region and globally, most recently during India’s G-20...

06.11.2023 4

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China’s Growing Submarine Capabilities 

As China becomes more powerful, its military can be expected to expand its reach. This will be most visible in the Chinese navy, with the People’s...

31.10.2023 6

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A Consequence-based Approach Is Needed for Space Security

Developing space security norms has been debated for the past decade with no concrete outcome. There have been several proposals addressing various...

19.10.2023 3

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New Maldives President: India’s Friend or Foe?

Maldives elected a new president on September 30, and it is not Ibrahim Solih, the incumbent. The opposition candidate, Mohamed Muizzu, received 54...

16.10.2023 2

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India-China Tango Continues in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has been caught in a tug of war between India and China. Most recently, a Chinese maritime research vessel, Shi Yan 6, was expected to enter...

06.10.2023 4

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India’s Balancing Act Viewed Through Recent Military Exercises

India has been trying to make sure that it has good relations with all major powers. This has become one of the key goals of Indian foreign policy. At...

27.09.2023 4

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India, Singapore Kick off SIMBEX Military Exercise

On September 21, the navies of India and Singapore began their annual maritime military exercise, which will involve drills in the southern South...

22.09.2023 50

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The Geopolitics of the New India-Middle East-Europe Corridor

One achievement reached on the sidelines of India’s G-20 Summit was the new initiative to develop a rail and shipping corridor connecting India to...

19.09.2023 3

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India-US Space Cooperation Gets a New Fillip

From September 7-10, U.S. President Joe Biden was in New Delhi to attend the G-20 Summit hosted by India. Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra...

11.09.2023 10

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Defining ‘Responsible Behavior’ in Space Is a Growing Necessity

Outer space was considered a largely peaceful domain until a decade ago. No longer. The situation has been worsening progressively with countries...

07.09.2023 2

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