India is adopting a pragmatic, interest-based foreign policy for 2026, moving away from rigid alliances. This new global playbook emphasizes economic resilience through diversified trade, energy security via Russian oil, and cautious engagement with China. The strategy prioritizes flexibility and autonomy, balancing partnerships with national interests in a multipolar world. This approach reflects India's adaptation to a fragmented global order, seeking to avoid over-dependence on any single partner while pursuing economic growth and energy security.