The global order today is changing significantly as power moves from the West to the East. This shift is largely due to China's rise, Asia's renewed importance, and the decline of Western influence. As a result, India’s foreign policy must navigate new challenges. It needs to balance its desire for independence with practical engagement. India faces a tough choice. On one hand, its historical connections and institutional ties link it to Western countries. On the other hand, its location and economic prospects tie it to growing influences in Asia. The key issue is how to reconcile these competing interests without harming national priorities. This paper looks at the various challenges that India’s foreign policy faces amid the shift in global power. It reviews India’s attempts to manage its relationships with the United States and its allies while also engaging with China, Russia, and regional partners in Asia. The analysis focuses on India's goal of maintaining strategic independence, its involvement in multilateral groups like BRICS and the Quad, and its efforts to find its way in a multipolar world. By placing India in the larger context of global politics, the study shows how changing alliances, economic ties, and security issues influence India’s foreign policy decisions. In conclusion, the paper suggests that India's foreign policy challenges are about more than just picking sides. They involve developing a flexible and responsive strategy that protects national interests while taking advantage of opportunities in a rapidly evolving geopolitical environment.