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The global nuclear landscape has changed profoundly since India’s tests a quarter-century ago. Russia has withdrawn from key arms-control regimes. China is expanding its stockpile at an unprecedented rate and constructing new missile silos.

As global consensus against nuclear testing frays, India should re-evaluate its options

November 03, 2025 11:39 am

India’s restraint after tests in 1998 demonstrated maturity. Its willingness to re-examine that restraint today, in light of Trump's announcement that the US will resume testing, would demonstrate confidence.

Global nuclear spending hits $100 Billion in 2024: US tops list with $56.8 Billion, India retains spot in top 9 nuclear power countries

August 07, 2025 6:39 pm

Top 9 countries spending the most on nuclear weapons: The United States of America has once again set the global nuclear spending record, contributing $56.8 billion, more than all other nuclear-armed countries put together.

Global Nuclear Powers 2025: Know which are the the top 9 countries which presently own the world’s most nuclear weapons as of early 2025. (Source Canva)

Top 9 nuclear-armed countries in 2025: Where do India and Pakistan rank?

June 24, 2025 2:12 pm

Top 9 countries that own the world’s most nuclear weapons in 2025: Notably, the United States and Russia, collectively hold about 88% of the world's total nuclear arsenal and 84% of the warheads that are readily available for military use.

Boosting Indo-US nuclear collaboration: the need, two key hurdles

January 07, 2025 3:29 pm

Indo-US nuclear deal: Among Sullivan's mandates for the current trip was the prospect of strengthening the innovation alliance under the US-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology.

25 years after it was drafted, why India's nuclear doctrine still remains relevant

August 20, 2024 10:13 am

It stands out for being a beacon of nuclear stability, even as the country's neighbours are indulging in behaviour that encourages an arms race.

Jawaharlal Nehru, flanked by US Ambassador Chester Bowles and Dr Homi J Bhabha on his right and left, at the signing of an agreement for a US loan of $75 million for the Tarapur nuclear power plant.

How a nuclear 'chain reaction' and neighbourhood challenges led to India acquiring its n-weapons

August 04, 2023 10:57 am

Being a nuclear power has given strength and autonomy to India’s strategic decision-making. Today, it has the leverage and moral stature to take the lead in working with the international community to reduce the risk of use of nuclear weapons — something to which India’s leaders have always been committed.