The Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 is a revision of DPM 2009, which instates the rule for revenue procurement (spares, repairs, MRO, ICT, services). The DPM 2025 came into force on 1st November 2025. This roughly governs Rs. One Lakh Crore of annual revenue procurement by the three Services and MoD Organisations. Cover by The Geostrata DPM 2025 is divided into two volumes: Volume I- This highlights the principles, procurement methods, delegated authorities, contract ru

The Arctic region and the Hindu Kush Himalayan range are miles apart. Yet, there is hardly any contrast between these two regions; their pristine natural features, all-time sensitive ecosystems and a myriad of evidence that could unlock answers to some of the pressing issues about the changing geological and historical dynamics of our planet. At the same time, they are at the frontline against climate change, whose cascading effect could open Pandora’s box for the world there

India’s energy diplomacy drives its transition towards a more sustainable and secure energy future. As global energy demands rise and environmental concerns intensify, India is leveraging international partnerships, innovative technologies, and policy reforms to position itself as a leader in renewable energy. Cover by The Geostrata The nation’s approach focuses on fostering global collaboration, advancing technological development, and enhancing domestic capacity to achieve

The rise of high-technology industries has fundamentally reshaped the balance of global economic and political power. Semiconductors, data centre infrastructure, and underwater submarine cables have become the strategic lifelines of the modern economy. Yet, these supply chains are highly vulnerable to geopolitical tensions, economic coercion, and military conflict, especially in Asia, where the United States and China are locked in an intensifying rivalry. Cover by The Geostr

India's maritime policy is experiencing a robust transformation that now emphasises technological innovations, smart diplomacy, and regional leadership. India is expanding its reach from coastal defence to the entire Indo-Pacific region through contemporary definitions of maritime power grounded on Artificial Intelligence and multilateralism. Cover by The Geostrata India's maritime policy reflects its maritime aspirations, with doctrines like SAGAR and the Indo-Pacific Oceans

“Only the dead have seen the end of war,” famously remarked General Douglas MacArthur, attributing this quotation to ancient Greek philosopher Plato in his farewell address to the graduating class of West Point in 1962, highlighting the intertwined nature of the growth of human civilisation and the inalienable role of conflict between humans. The foundation of the realist school of international relations is augmented by this belief. Cover by The Geostrata Realists believe th

Seventy-eight years ago, Bharat’s tryst with destiny was anchored in an experiment, an experiment of forging a sovereign, democratic republic from the embers of colonial rule and the traumas of Partition. Cover by Covering Prime Minister This journey since 1947 is not just the story of a nation, but of a living policy state, where rules, reforms, and relentless innovations have shaped the world’s largest democracy and continually remade institutions to meet the challenges of

Operation Sindoor marks a pivotal moment in South Asia’s national security apparatus, following a brutal terrorist attack in April 2025, in Pahalgam, claiming the lives of twenty six civilians. In response, India launched an appropriate and precise retaliatory strike on May 7, targeting nine key terror camps across Pakistan and PoK. The operation underscored a significant shift in India’s counter-terrorism strategy. Cover by The Geostrata This report offers a comprehensive a

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171,  piloted by a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, plummeted into an Ahmedabad residential neighbourhood just...

Pahalgam, a tourist hub in the Anantnag district of South Kashmir, is the most significant among the two routes of the Amarnath Yatra. It...

On March 24, 2020, India closed its borders, and imposed a nationwide lockdown in the country, believing that restricting human contact...

2025 sets the stage to address various challenges with shifting power dynamics, fragmented alliances, unresolved conflicts, and...

“साम दाम दंड भेद” (saam daam dand bhed) is a Sanskrit phrase that means “the four ways of dealing with people." It is a strategy of...

In a remarkable development, former President Donald Trump has achieved a significant comeback to the White House, overcoming Vice...

The temple architecture of India has been a thing of marvel and fascination for the world over centuries. In this research, we focus on...

The contentious issue of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India explores its historical context, purpose, controversies, and...

Earth’s environment and its climate have changed throughout history, with it experiencing eight cycles of ice ages and warm periods in...

China's economic rise over the past few decades stands as one of the most transformative development journeys. This journey of...

Loss of biodiversity has become more pertinent than ever, because of its devastating consequences that humankind has been facing for a...

The relations between India and the European Union (EU) have evolved. In recent years, the two sides have extended through successive...