Information Warfare: The Changing Face of War

Recently, Information warfare is increasingly seen as the fourth dimension of warfare, alongside land, air, and sea.

• Recent developments such as India’s Operation Sindoor and global tensions like the US-Iran conflict highlight its growing importance in modern conflict.

What is Information Warfare?

• Definition: Information warfare refers to the strategic use of information to gain an advantage over an adversary.
  • It includes the collection, manipulation, disruption, and dissemination of information to influence outcomes.
• Target: This form of warfare primarily targets public opinion, political narratives, and social behaviour through digital platforms and media channels.
• Tactics: Common tactics include disinformation campaigns, such as morphed images ....