Will the 2026 Shaksgam Crisis be the spark that redefines Asia?

For decades, the high Himalayas were a silent, frozen desert. But today, the hum of Chinese machinery and the completion of the Aghil Pass road have changed everything. India is no longer just defending a border; it is fighting for the future of the Indo-Pacific.

In The Dragon and the Elephant, step inside the high-stakes "War Rooms" of New Delhi to see how India is preparing for the ultimate challenge: A Two-Front War.

Inside this strategic roadmap, you will discover:
The Shaksgam Tipping Point: Why a remote valley in Kashmir is the new center of global tension in 2026.

The "Atmanirbhar" Arsenal: A deep dive into the weapons winning the next war—from the Tejas Mk2 and BrahMos-NG to the S-400 Shield.

The War of the Drones: How AI-powered "Bhairav" units and robot dogs are replacing traditional infantry on the world’s highest battlefields.

The Silicon Shield & Exosphere: Inside India's 52-satellite defense constellation and the 6G revolution connecting the modern soldier.

The 2030 Vision: Why India is moving from a "balancing power" to a leading pole in a new multipolar world.

Whether you are a UPSC aspirant looking for deep insights into GS-II and GS-III, a defense enthusiast, or a curious citizen, this book provides the insider knowledge needed to understand the most critical decade in Indian history.

The Dragon is moving. The Elephant is ready. Are you?