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‘At The Table Or On The Menu’: Why Mark Carney’s Outburst Is A Wake Up Call For The World’s Middle Powers

by G H KumarThe World Economic Forum in Davos has long served as a crucible for global elites, where business titans, politicians, and academics converge amid the Swiss Alps to dissect the planet’s pressing dilemmas.This year, however, the gathering took on an unusually sharp edge, dominated by fears of resurgent great power rivalry. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emerged as the unexpected

January 26, 2026
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ASTRA Missiles Leap Forward: MK-1 Hits 160km+, MK-2 At 240km, MK-3 Looms At 350km In Two Years

Recent discussions between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have paved the way for significant upgrades to the ASTRA MK-1 missile, according to a report by India TV.Following the astonishing success during Operation Sindoor, the missile’s range will increase from its current 110 km to over 160 km. This enhancement addresses operational

January 26, 2026
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Xi’s Inner Circle Crumbles: Top PLA Generals Probed In Historic Military Shake-Up

China’s Defence Ministry has confirmed a seismic shift in the upper echelons of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), announcing that General Zhang Youxia, the highest-ranking uniformed officer and Vice-Chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), is under investigation for "serious violations of discipline and law."This revelation also implicates General Liu Zhenli, Chief of the CMC Joint

January 25, 2026
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Chinese Cars in India: An Espionage Threat Beckoning The Armed Forces?

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has imposed a strict ban on Chinese-manufactured vehicles entering military bases, driven by fears that embedded sensors, cameras, and communication systems could facilitate espionage.This decision, announced in late 2025, mandates that around 700 vehicles, including models like the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro supplied to senior officers since 2022, be removed by early 2026.

January 24, 2026
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After Israel, UK, Poland Considering Banning Chinese Cars Near Military Bases Over Surveillance Threats

Poland has embarked on a significant policy shift by imposing restrictions on Chinese-made vehicles near its military installations, driven by mounting fears of espionage and data surveillance. This initiative, confirmed in reports from early January 2026, underscores a broader unease among NATO allies regarding the security implications of connected vehicles.Deputy Defence Minister Cezary

January 24, 2026
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