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The writer is the Editor of BharatShakti.in. An artillery officer, he commanded a brigade in the deserts before commanding one in intense counterinsurgency environment.
POLITICS
| 8-minute read
Making India More Secure: The challenge that faces Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister
With the BJP using security as a major plank of its election campaign, a lot is expected now from Mr Rajnath Singh. And the challenges that confront him are enormous.
POLITICS
| 6-minute read
From Doklam to Uri to Pulwama, India was caught off-guard. But preparedness is the only way to combat terrorism
The Pulwama attack was an intelligence failure, until we accept that, we will remain exposed to such acts of terrorism. That said, the only way we can fight such slips is if India's defence is amped up.
POLITICS
| 6-minute read
The Greater Game: Several powers are interested in controlling Afghanistan. Its future will impact each one of them too
As the US talks with the Taliban, everyone from the Afghan govt to India, China and Pakistan, are watching. What role will each power play in the war-torn country which could be a new breeding ground for ISIS and al-Qaeda?
POLITICS
| 4-minute read
Beyond the euphoria: The Kartarpur Corridor and security issues
With the increased flow of traffic along this corridor, smugglers and criminals will also creep in.
POLITICS
| 5-minute read
What Mahinda Rajapaksa becoming Sri Lankan PM means for India
Rajapaksa’s pro-Chinese stance has given New Delhi reasons to worry.
POLITICS
| 5-minute read
Why Bhutan's 2018 general election results could concern India
A change in guard at Thimphu could mean a pro-China tilt. As such, India needs to retain its primacy in Bhutan's foreign policy priorities.
POLITICS
| 7-minute read
Will Rafale deal be able to dodge the political fusillade?
The requirement of addressing the depleting strength of the Indian Air Force is an issue beyond debate.
VARIETY
| 7-minute read
How India can counter China in Indian Ocean
The Indian defence outlook post-Independence has been centered around to its land borders. New Delhi needs to look at the seas now.
POLITICS
| 5-minute read
Why JuD contesting general elections should worry Pakistan more than India
Pakistan Army will remain the all-important decisive force by calibrating the role of terror groups.
VARIETY
| 5-minute read