GLOFs and a Changing Himalayan Landscape: Rethinking Climate Risk in Tawang

Human Security Insights. #2605. 23 October 2026. Mayilvaganan M & Sonam Chhoten investigate the climatic risks relevant to Tawang in light of the recent Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in Nepal. They analyzes the changes occurring within the glacial-lake landscape of Tawang and the associated vulnerabilities, viewed through the lens of Monpa perspectives and traditional knowledge. They contend that effective preparedness requires the integration of scientific evaluations of glacial and flood hazards with local expertise regarding livelihoods and environmental changes, thereby underscoring the significance of context-specific risk assessments and a human-centered approach to disaster preparedness.

India’s Digital Strategy: From Technological Sovereignty to Interdependence

International Affairs Perspective. #2604. 29 September 2026. Pranav VS & Mayilvaganan M examines India’s digital strategy, focusing on technological sovereignty and resilient interdependence amid growing dependence on global digital technologies. Pranav and Mayil examines Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India), arguing that technological independence does not require isolation but can be achieved through strong domestic capabilities combined with strategic connections to global digital systems.

Himalayan Threat: The August 26 Flood and Nepal’s Emerging Climate-Security Challenges

Human Security Insights. #2603. 14 September 2026. Mayilvaganan M and Chaitra C analyze the flooding in Nepal on August 26 and how climate change increases risks and security issues for the country. The article points out that climate change exposes vulnerabilities and worsens existing problems, raising security concerns for Nepal. The floods threaten physical safety and also affect food security, health, jobs, economic stability, energy supplies, and community strength.

The Middle East Crisis and India’s Strategic Calculus

International Affairs Perspective. #2602. 30 March 2026. Mayilvaganan M examines the Middle East crisis through a strategic India lens, highlighting how New Delhi protects its energy supplies and its large diaspora as regional tensions rise. The analysis addresses India’s energy risks and argues for urgent diversification to avoid supply shocks. It also looks at the dangers facing Indian communities in the region, such as safety issues and economic instability. Finally, it outlines policy options—from careful diplomacy to strategic changes—that India can pursue if the crisis worsens, ensuring resilience and national interests in a changing geopolitical landscape.