An exclusive excerpt from journalist Yatish Yadav's new book, RAW: A History of India’s Covert Operations, that is the first comprehensive account of Indian spy networks and their role in securing and advancing Indian interests.

Was former girlfriend of Putin a RAW agent?

The writer is an investigative journalist and author. He has spent more than 15 years covering intelligence and investigative agencies, and extensively reported on conflicts in Kashmir, Northeast and the red corridor.

Yatish Yadav

Investigative journalist and author

The writer is an investigative journalist and author. He has spent more than 15 years covering intelligence and investigative agencies, and extensively reported on conflicts in Kashmir, Northeast and the red corridor.

By Yatish Yadav