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On this special report, the focus is on a potential new global nuclear arms race, with insights from former Vice Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Anil Khosla, and ORF's Sushant Sarin. The discussion delves into Russia's new Poseidon 'doomsday' torpedo, China's rapidly growing arsenal, and pronouncements from the US on nuclear testing. Air Marshal Anil Khosla gives his personal view on India's strategic options, stating, 'we can always unsheat the Saber, you know, Polish it and may be put it back and that that will suffice to give some signals.' The programme explores whether these global shifts necessitate a revision of India's long-standing 'No First Use' nuclear policy, especially in the context of persistent threats from nuclear-armed neighbours, China and Pakistan. The panel also analyses whether statements from Washington are mere posturing or signal a significant change in the international dynamic.
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