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
Defence and security
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
Indian Army: Poised to safeguard nation, uphold democratic norms
ARMY DAY SPECIAL Jaibans Singh In India, the month of January witnesses two things in ample measure – the biting cold and a spirit of nationalism. National fervour is whipped up by the Republic Day celebrations with parades and revelries generating tremendous enthusiasm. Yet another ode to nationalism is the Army Day celebrations held across the nation on 15th January. It was … [Read more...] about Indian Army: Poised to safeguard nation, uphold democratic norms
Policy decisions should not be incident driven or politicised
Jaibans Singh The preoccupation of Kashmiri politics with the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) is attaining rather exasperating dimensions. Somehow, all issues that come into media limelight are twisted and turned to get back to discussing the revocation or otherwise of the AFSPA. Recently, the Valley has been in the throes of an incident of firing by the CISF on … [Read more...] about Policy decisions should not be incident driven or politicised
Can Pakistan’s peace overtures be taken on face value?
Jaibans Singh The world, as we know it, seems to be going topsy-turvy of late. Pakistan, a sworn enemy of India since its inception as a Nation, seems to be warming up with big brother after six plus decades. At the same time, its relationship with its most abiding ally, the United States (US), is on the brink of a breakdown. While the two countries are trying to maintain a … [Read more...] about Can Pakistan’s peace overtures be taken on face value?