Authority Abuse Cases Spark Action, But Deterrence Lags
Three recent incidents of authority abuse have led to action against offenders, yet systemic power imbalances continue to undermine effective deterrence in India.
Three recent incidents of authority abuse have led to action against offenders, yet systemic power imbalances continue to undermine effective deterrence in India.
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A US foreign policy shift towards China creates strategic uncertainty for India. Retired Brigadier Anil Raman argues India must now prioritise self-reliance in defence and diplomacy. Read his crucial analysis.
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A landmark US-India partnership aims to develop thorium as a nuclear fuel, leveraging India's vast reserves. This move accelerates India's three-stage nuclear program and enhances energy security. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations on New Year's Day under a bilateral agreement. The MEA confirmed the annual exchange aimed at preventing attacks. Read the full report.
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations under a 1988 pact, a key confidence-building measure. This marks the 35th uninterrupted annual exchange since 1992.
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North Korea announces successful test of long-range strategic cruise missiles, aiming to strengthen its nuclear deterrent capabilities amid rising regional tensions.
India's SHANTI Act ends state monopoly on nuclear energy, inviting private investment. Learn about the liability reforms, pricing debates, and the road ahead for clean energy goals. Read more.
Russia advances its Borei-class nuclear submarine program as the US Navy announces massive Trump-class battleships. This new era of undersea and surface warfare redefines global deterrence. Read more.
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Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan details India's need to prepare for short wars, long conflicts, and asymmetric warfare to counter terrorism and nuclear adversaries. Read his full analysis.
Siddhant Nagrath's viral Oxford Union speech argues Pakistan's nukes are tools for escalation, not peace, reigniting the global deterrence debate. Read the full analysis.
The US welcomes India's SHANTI Bill 2025, calling it a step towards stronger energy security ties and opening civil nuclear sector to private players. Read more.
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President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the SHANTI bill, a landmark law allowing private companies to build and operate nuclear power plants in India. Read how this reforms the energy sector.
President Droupadi Murmu grants assent to the Shanti Bill, enabling private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector. A landmark move for energy security and clean power.
India's new SHANTI Bill allows private investment in nuclear energy and limits supplier liability for accidents. Learn about the policy shift and its implications for India's energy future.
Japan reaffirms its non-nuclear principles after a security official's controversial remarks, reigniting a national debate fueled by threats from China, North Korea, and uncertainty over US guarantees under Trump. Read the full analysis.
India's Parliament passes the landmark SHANTI Bill 2025, opening the civil nuclear sector to private and foreign investment for the first time, aiming for 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Read the full analysis.
India's Lok Sabha approves the SHANTI Bill 2025, enabling private sector participation in civil nuclear energy to boost capacity and modernize safety regulations. Read the key changes.
India's proposed Shanti Bill 2025 allows private sector into nuclear energy but leaves critical accident liability questions unanswered. Read the full analysis of the bill's implications.
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The proposed Shanti Bill 2025 aims to amend India's nuclear liability law, boosting foreign investment and domestic manufacturing for a clean energy future. Read the full analysis.
India's new SHANTI nuclear policy marks a significant liberalisation, aiming to boost energy capacity. However, experts raise credible concerns over relaxed liability norms and regulatory oversight. Read the full analysis.
Lok Sabha passes SHANTI Bill 2025, allowing private firms to build nuclear power plants and removing supplier liability. Aims for 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Read more.
The Lok Sabha has passed a landmark bill allowing private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector. Union Minister Jitendra Singh hails it as a milestone for national development. Read more.
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