Jaibans Singh Jaswant Singh, a revered national leader, an articulate writer, an ex-soldier and a thorough gentleman, was seen on television with moist eyes and quivering lips while taking part in a panel discussion on the latest disclosures by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General VK Singh, of having been offered a bribe by some defence hardware lobbyist. There are many … [Read more...] about The cutting edge of the Armed Forces must be maintained
Defence and security
General VK Singh reviews ceremonial mounted parade of Skinner’s Horse
Jaibans Singh General VK Singh, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Indian Army, visited Skinner’s Horse at Meerut Military Station on March, 21 and reviewed a ceremonial mounted parade of the regiment. The COAS is Honorary Colonel of Skinner’s Horse in view of his historic association with the unit where his ancestors served with distinction during the period of World War I and … [Read more...] about General VK Singh reviews ceremonial mounted parade of Skinner’s Horse
The great games in the Asia Pacific region
Jaibans Singh Big power rivalries and games have come to stay in the Asian region. The main players in the game now are the US, China and India. Pakistan, which has for long remained a frontline state for the US, has now been relegated to a secondary perhaps innocuous position. The great game is now poised to be played in the Asia pacific region. The US has recently taken a … [Read more...] about The great games in the Asia Pacific region
Military might is the fulcrum for the Nations progress
Jaibans Singh The Nation is gearing up for elections in some very prominent States; this is heralded as the harbinger of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. Intense political activity and smooth elections reflect the maturity and deep roots of the country’s fledgling democracy. They prove to the world the collective strength of India as a Nation. A sound economy and a vibrant … [Read more...] about Military might is the fulcrum for the Nations progress
Pathribal and security are not inter-linked
Jaibans Singh The Supreme Court has sought certain clarifications from the government that will assist in processing the Pathribal case to the next level. In the meantime, statements of the Court are being used by Kashmiri leaders selectively to meet political ends. The Chief Minsiter of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, has not wasted much time in using the Court directive … [Read more...] about Pathribal and security are not inter-linked