Strategic Foresight - Insights in Business and Technology

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally altering the landscape of modern warfare, and the enduring rivalry between India and Pakistan, characterised by frequent tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) and a history of armed conflicts, is no exception. As both nations progressively integrate AI into their respective military structures, spanning the army, navy, air force, and space domains, the very semantics of the battleground are evolving, carrying significant implications for strategic stability in the South Asian region. This analysis delves into how AI is reshaping military capabilities, assesses the current balance of power in this technological domain, and evaluates how AI could potentially tilt this balance, drawing upon recent developments and insights from expert analyses. India's Foray into AI Advancements India has demonstrated significant progress in the integration of AI into its defence apparatus, fueled by an annual budget of $12 million allocated to the Defe...

Introduction As India nears its 75th year of independence in 2022, it has set its sights on a lofty ambition: achieving high-income status by 2047, its centenary of liberation from British rule. This goal embodies India’s resolve to reshape its economic landscape and elevate living standards for its 1.4 billion people. Yet, the journey ahead is riddled with economic, social, political, and demographic hurdles. A recent World Bank report, released on April 10, 2025, underscores the scale of the challenge: India must maintain an average annual growth rate of 7.8% over the next two decades to reach high-income status—almost 1.5 percentage points above its current pace. This article delves into the multifaceted obstacles India faces, explores viable pathways by comparing the Chinese and Japanese growth models, and assesses what lies ahead for the world’s most populous nation. The Economic Mountain to Climb The Growth Imperative India’s gross national income (GNI) per capita was £2,540 in 2...