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SOUTH ASIA DEFENCE & STRATEGIC REVIEW
Issue : Vol 18 Issue 3 Jul – Aug 2024
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Issue Date : July 29, 2024
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Geostrategy
14Vadhavan and Vizhinjam port projects boost ‘Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047’
Commentary on two new ports of strategic importance
32India-Russia: The Balance of Power
40Conflicts and Global Defence Spending on the Rise
Despite calls for peace, military budgets across the globe are rising as conflicts refuse to subside
45Pakistan’s Provocation in Jammu
The recent spurt in terrorist activity in the valley is indicative of a deeper plot from across the border
48Growing Discontent over China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Nepal
China’s BRI is often in the news for wrong reasons; this time the trouble is brewing in Nepal
51India’s “Neighbourhood First” Policy Amidst Regional Instability
India’s neighbourhood is in in a constant state of turmoil, despite India’s best efforts as a good neighbour
Military Affairs
17Kargil War Defending India’s Honour
What has changed in the 25 years since the Kargil war? An interesting take on how the war would be fought if it were to take place now
24Modernising Indian Mechanised Forces: Balancing Upgrades and New Acquisitions
Creation of an Industrial base in India for its Armoured Platforms presents a huge opportunity
27Learning from US Armoured Fleet Modernisation: Insights for India’s Efforts
There are lessons to be learnt by the Indian Army from the US Army’s experience which has been through the cycles of modernisation for its own fleet
59Battle of Panhala-Pavan Khind (13 Jul 1660): Ode to Maratha Endurance and Sacrifice
A narration of a small yet historic saga of valour, sacrifice and military leadership
Military Technology
11A New Era of Indian Defence: From Vision to Victory
Recounting SIDM’s initiatives and achievements in a short period of time
35Atmanirbharta in Defence: Recommendations for Acquisitions
Recommendations for making the procurement more efficient and result oriented
56Coste of self reliance and Defence R&D
DRDO’s effort alone cannot make the country self reliant in defence. Us and the private sector must chip in
