Air power remains one of the most decisive elements in modern warfare. From Europe to the Middle East and South Asia, control of the skies often determines the outcome of battles.

India has surpassed China to become the third-strongest aerial power in the world, as per rankings published by the World Directory of Modern Military Aircraft. While the country may have lesser aircraft than Beijing,

After youth-led movements in Bangladesh and then Nepal toppled entrenched leaders earlier this year, Madagascar has become the third country in India’s extended neighbourhood to witness mass Gen Z uprisings that have upended established power structures.

India’s renewed outreach to the Taliban government in Kabul marks a notable shift in South Asia’s strategic landscape. After two decades of staunch opposition to the Taliban and

The Global Firepower Index 2025 ranks nations based on military strength, technology and strategic reach. India secures a top spot, while Pakistan lags due to regional tensions.

With modernized capabilities and recent precision operations, India’s air force is emerging as a major regional and global power.