Shishir Upadhyaya

Shishir Upadhyaya is an internationally acknowledged defence and strategic affairs expert, former Indian naval intelligence officer and author of "India's Maritime Strategy: Balancing Regional Ambitions and China." He is an Associate Professor at the Gujarat Maritime University, where he teaches courses in International Relations and Security Studies. Follow him on Twitter @Shishir6

Why India’s new ban on military imports will see it become a major manufacturer - and supplier - of weapons Opinion
India has long been one of the world’s biggest military spenders, investing $71.1 billion annually. But a new ban on some imports means it will now be building – and selling – more equipment of its own.
Aug 12, 2020 03:17
Why India’s TikTok ban could help establish it as a major player in the tech world… and cause big problems for the Chinese Opinion
As relations between the two countries deteriorate, India has banned 59 Chinese apps, amid concerns over misuse of users’ private data. Could the move set a template for other nations to follow?
Jul 4, 2020 05:23
Why US sees escalating Sino-Indian border dispute as great opportunity to pile pressure on the Chinese Opinion
The United States has strongly backed New Delhi as tension rises between India and China amid stalled border talks. But Washington has its own motives for encouraging aggressive action from the Indians.
Jun 30, 2020 13:47
India and China reach out to common friend Russia as deadly border conflict still raw Opinion
Days after India and China engaged in a bloody border confrontation, Russia, a common strategic partner to each, is this week playing host to the two sides. Can Moscow influence the outcome of their dispute?
Jun 24, 2020 13:18
The last time someone died in India-China border clashes, it was WAR Opinion
In a sudden escalation of the ongoing India-China border standoff, soldiers from both sides have been killed. Such confrontations are not uncommon, but lives have not been lost since the 1960s – when the two nations fought a war.
Jun 16, 2020 19:02
Is the Covid-19 financial crash the right time for India to cut 40% of military budget? It may be, if played right
India ranks behind only the US and China for military spending. With massive budget cuts coming, it needs a model that gets it more for its money – like Russia’s.
May 20, 2020 02:54
The internet is penetrating rural India rapidly – and the trend could transform electoral politics. Should Modi be wary or happy? Opinion
The rapid rise of internet penetration in India, particularly in the rural regions, has the potential to utterly transform the country’s digital landscape. As the world’s largest democracy, how will this impact electoral politics?
May 10, 2020 04:19
Preparing for a post-Covid world? China and India settle old scores and team up Opinion
With the Covid-19 pandemic set to drastically reshape the world order, there are signs that China could see India as the best future ally. Can both countries use this dark time to smooth out their sometimes rocky relationship?
Apr 8, 2020 02:14
Why India, not the US or EU, will be the world’s main battlefield in the fight against Covid-19 Opinion
With its 21-day lockdown, India joined a long list of nations taking extraordinary steps to battle Covid-19 — and its results will determine the future of this worldwide pandemic. Can India help the world avert major catastrophe?
Mar 27, 2020 03:51
India & Russia plan to open new trade route via Iran despite threat of US sanctions
Opening a long-pending multi-modal transportation corridor via Iran will be a big boost for bilateral trade between Russia and India, but it’s not just the economy at stake. This is a bold move against the threat of US sanctions.
Mar 19, 2020 03:09

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