Jammu and Kashmir -The Tide Turns Author : Jaibans Singh Publisher : Lancers Publications Price: Rs 995; Pages 330 Unravelling the many aspects of the state of Jammu and Kashmir is a tough task for anybody, given the region’s contradictions. In his book, Jammu and Kashmir – The Tide Turns, the author, Jaibans Singh, while highlighting these contradictions, also seeks to … [Read more...] about A message of hope for Jammu and Kashmir (Book Review by Ashok Dixit)
Pathribal case: Due process of law is being followed
Jaibans Singh The Indian Army, on the directions of the Supreme Court of India, conducted an inquiry into the Pathribal encounter that took place in the year, 2002. It may be recalled that on May, 01, 2012, the Supreme Court ruled in the Pathribal case that the first option with regard to proceeding against the alleged accused persons rests with Army and if the Army does not … [Read more...] about Pathribal case: Due process of law is being followed
Chinese military build-up: The time to act is now!!
Prabhakar Gupta The beauty about China is that it retains the potential to spring surprises and keep the entire world on its toes, especially the United States (US). The latest shocker has come in the form of the flight test of a hyper-sonic missile delivery vehicle dubbed WU-14 that was seen hurtling over Chinese air space recently. Hypersonic missile vehicles developed by … [Read more...] about Chinese military build-up: The time to act is now!!
The Army’s helping hand during winters in Kashmir
Jaibans Singh Winters are a very harsh and testing time for the people of Kashmir. The extreme cold conditions lead to general sickness and many emergency medical cases for which medical aid is not easily available. The situation is even more critical in remote areas of the valley that are cut off due to heavy snowfall. The army in Kashmir is well aware of these problems and … [Read more...] about The Army’s helping hand during winters in Kashmir
Indian Army: A national asset
Jaibans Singh The Indian nation celebrates Army day on January, 15 every year with great fervor. January, 15 has been chosen for this event due to its historical significance. It was on this day in 1949 that the Indian Army divested itself from British control with General (later Field Marshal) K. M. Cariappa taking over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from … [Read more...] about Indian Army: A national asset