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Putin’s Visit to India: The Blunt Message to Washington and the New Power Equation
“Putin’s visit to India goes far beyond diplomacy. It is a strategic message to Washington and a reaffirmation of the India–Russia partnership. Here’s what the Modi–Putin meeting really means for geopolitics.”
Strategic Vanguard
4 hours ago3 min read


Akash vs HQ-16 vs NASAMS: The Battle for Air Defense Dominance
A detailed comparison of Akash, HQ-16, and NASAMS, exploring how India, China, and the USA defend their skies in modern warfare.
Strategic Vanguard
2 days ago3 min read


India in the New World Order: Power, Purpose & the Path Ahead
India is no longer a regional power — it is emerging as a decisive force in the new world order. This in-depth analysis explores India’s strategic autonomy, China challenge, Global South leadership, and its rise as an independent global power in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
Strategic Vanguard
Dec 14 min read


Tejas Crash in Dubai: A Tragic Day for India’s Aviation, But the Jet’s Safety Record Remains Among the World’s Best
A tragic Tejas crash at the Dubai Airshow has shaken India. In this analysis, we examine what really happened, why the pilot couldn’t eject, and why Tejas still maintains one of the strongest safety records among global fighter jets.
Strategic Vanguard
Nov 263 min read


China’s Military Playbook 2035: The Strategy India Cannot Ignore
China’s 2035 military modernization plan is reshaping the balance of power in Asia. From AI-driven warfare to naval expansion and grey-zone tactics, Beijing’s strategy aims for dominance. This Strategic Vanguard analysis breaks down the playbook and explains what India must prepare for in the next decade.
Strategic Vanguard
Nov 245 min read


The Next Frontline: How Subsea Warfare Will Decide Future Global Power
Subsea warfare is fast becoming the world’s most important battlefield — shaping global power, digital security, and India’s strategic future. Discover how the silent war beneath the ocean is redefining geopolitics.
Strategic Vanguard
Nov 236 min read


The Silent War in the Indian Ocean: A Newsroom Debate on the New Maritime Order
The Indian Ocean has become the silent battlefield of the 21st century. This newsroom debate breaks down the rising tension between India, China, and global powers — and explains what it means for the future of the Indo-Pacific.
Strategic Vanguard
Nov 173 min read


The Invisible Battlefield: How Information Wars Shape Modern Conflicts
Wars today are fought not on borders but on screens. Explore how information warfare, digital propaganda, and AI-driven narratives are reshaping global power dynamics — and what this means for India’s strategic future.
Strategic Vanguard
Nov 164 min read


The New Great Game: How the Red Sea Crisis Is Reshaping Global Trade & Naval Strategy
Crisis in Readsea The Red Sea—an ancient artery of commerce, culture, and conflict—has once again ignited global tensions. What started as sporadic attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on commercial vessels has rapidly escalated into one of the most significant maritime crises of the 21st century. Shipping giants rerouted vessels around Africa, freight prices soared, insurance rates exploded, naval deployments intensified, and governments scrambled to protect their economic lifel

Manoj Ambat, Editor in Chief, Strategic Vanguard
Nov 148 min read


China’s Dream of Dominance: Myth vs Reality
Two podcast hosts analyzing China’s geopolitical strategy with a glowing red dragon chess piece on a world map background, symbolizing China’s dream of dominance.

Manoj Ambat
Nov 107 min read


India’s Twin Aircraft Carrier Strategy: Why Vikrant and Vikramaditya Are Just the Beginning
India’s twin aircraft carriers — Vikrant and Vikramaditya — mark a historic evolution in the Indian Navy’s doctrine. But the story doesn’t end here. This is only the beginning of India’s journey toward true blue-water dominance in the Indo-Pacific.

Manoj Ambat
Nov 98 min read


India’s Silent Strength: How Naval Power Is Shaping Asia’s Strategic Balance
India's Naval Strength The Quiet Rise Beneath the Waves In a world where power is often measured by the roar of jets and the flash of missiles , India’s strength is emerging from a quieter domain — the sea . The Indian Navy , long overshadowed by land and air forces in public imagination, is now central to New Delhi’s geopolitical calculus.This transformation has been decades in the making , aligning perfectly with India’s long-term vision of strategic autonomy and maritime

Manoj Ambat
Nov 76 min read


🛰️ THE SILENT WAR IN SPACE: INDIA’S SPACE MILITARIZATION AND CHINA’S ORBIT DOMINANCE
silent race for supremacy is unfolding above us — not with missiles or tanks, but with satellites and sensors.
India and China are transforming space into the next battlefield, weaponizing orbits through anti-satellite systems, space intelligence, and laser deterrence.
This in-depth Strategic Vanguard analysis explores how both nations are redefining geopolitics beyond the blue sky — and what this silent war means for the future of global security.

Manoj Ambat
Nov 66 min read


🧠 The Future of AI in Warfare: Is India Ready for the Age of Algorithmic Battles?
The future of war is being rewritten by algorithms. From autonomous drones to predictive intelligence, Artificial Intelligence is changing defense strategy forever.
🇮🇳 How prepared is India for AI-driven warfare?
🎧 Listen to the latest Strategic Vanguard Podcast — “The Future of AI in Warfare: India’s Preparedness.”
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Manoj Ambat
Nov 32 min read


Strategic Vanguard Crosses 1000 Hours of Watch Time: A Milestone in Our Mission for Strategic Awareness
Strategic Vanguard has crossed 1,000 hours of real-time watch time on YouTube — a major milestone in our journey to bring India-centric perspectives on global geopolitics, defense, and strategy. This achievement belongs to our growing Vanguard community that believes in informed, analytical, and strategic storytelling.

Manoj Ambat
Nov 23 min read


Battle for Influence: Why Africa Is the New Frontline Between India and China
Africa has become the new frontline in the global rivalry between India and China.
As Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative expands across the continent, India responds with a quieter, partnership-driven approach rooted in trust and shared history.

Manoj Ambat
Nov 14 min read


Space: The Final Battlefield — How the Next War Could Begin in Orbit
Earth’s orbit filled with satellites and spacecraft under a rising sun, symbolizing the militarization of space and the next frontier of warfare.

Manoj Ambat
Oct 317 min read


China’s Maritime Silk Road vs. India’s Indo-Pacific Strategy: The Battle for the Seas
The Indo-Pacific is becoming the world’s maritime battleground. Explore how China’s Maritime Silk Road and India’s Indo-Pacific Strategy are reshaping the balance of power across the seas.

Manoj Ambat
Oct 276 min read


Indian Navy’s Radar Revolution: From MF-STAR to LR-MSR
Indian Navy's Radar Revolution How Indigenous Radar Technology Is Redefining India’s Sea Power Introduction: The Eye That Commands the Sea Every modern navy knows a fundamental truth: a warship’s might is measured not merely by the missiles it carries but by the eyes that guide them. In the age of electronic warfare and stealth, victory belongs to the fleet that can see first, react faster, and strike with precision. For over a decade, the Indian Navy’s most powerful surface

Manoj Ambat
Oct 257 min read


India–Russia Relations After Ukraine: A Strategic Crossroads
India and Russia have shared a unique bond for over five decades, rooted in defense and energy cooperation. But the Ukraine war has reshaped this relationship, raising tough questions about Moscow’s reliability and India’s future strategy.

Manoj Ambat
Oct 203 min read
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