Act East, Look West, Engage North, Reconnect South: Anchoring India's Diplomacy Introduction India’s foreign policy has undergone significant evolution over the past few decades, marked by a series of strategic initiatives that reflect the nation’s ambition to strengthen ties across global regions. As the world's largest democracy and a rising power, India has aimed to balance its diplomatic efforts, focusing on both immediate neighbors and far-reaching partners. The slogan "Act East, Look West, Engage North, Reconnect South" encapsulates the essence of India's contemporary foreign policy. This approach signifies its strategic outreach in the East, engagement with the West, diplomacy in the North, and cultural and economic connections to the South—all while anchoring its core principles of autonomy, development, and global cooperation. Act East: Strengthening Ties with Asia India's Act East Policy has its roots in the Look East Policy initia...
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The Silent Strength of Jawaharlal Nehru University: Contributions to India’s National Security
Background Ever since I enrolled in JNU, I’ve been asked countless times, mostly by people who’ve never set foot in the campus, about the so-called “anti-national” image of the university. Questions like, “Why is JNU so political?” or “Why is JNU known for being leftist?” have been commonplace. After spending around two years here, I’ve come to understand this place more deeply, and it frustrates me to see how JNU is often misrepresented in the media. This portrayal has created a distorted perception, which overshadows the many positive aspects of the university. People tend to focus on the negative, but rarely hear about the good things happening here. In this article, I aim to shed light on the some less-known aspects of JNU and challenge the prevailing misconceptions, particularly when it comes to the constant accusations of being “anti-nat...