Jaibans Singh India and Pakistan today failed to agree on the modalities for demilitarisation of Siachen. At the end of the 12th Defence Secretary level talks, the two sides issued a joint statement which “welcomed” the ongoing process and stated that the discussions were held in a very frank and cordial atmosphere. The joint statement adds that both countries have agreed to … [Read more...] about Siachen demilitarisation : A distant goal
Defence and security
The evolving security challenge and India’s response
S Ranjan There is growing speculation about the manner in which the security situation in South Asia, especially the Af-Pak region, will evolve now that the killing of bin Laden has been absorbed as a reality. There are many voices baying for Pakistan’s blood. In the US there is a growing feeling that the honeymoon with Pakistan is over and the government should be looking for … [Read more...] about The evolving security challenge and India’s response
Why we are not and cannot be like the US
Jaibans Singh Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, in the course of a press conference held at Kabul on May, 12, was asked whether India would adopt the type of operation carried out by the US to eliminate the al-Qaeda chief in order to get the terrorists wanted by it. Dr. Singh said: “These are sensitive issues and we don't discuss strategies on terror in press conferences.” He … [Read more...] about Why we are not and cannot be like the US
Army commander’s conference begins
Bureau Report The bi-yearly Army Commanders’ Conference commenced at New Delhi on 25 April. nThe conference will focus on defence related macro issues pertaining to security challenges, operational preparedness, transformation, logistics and administrative aspects. While speaking about the global and regional trend, Army Chief brought out that the ‘strategic shift is more in … [Read more...] about Army commander’s conference begins
No controversy exists in the issue of Army Chiefs age
Jaibans Singh The service record of the Chief of the Indian Army, General VK Singh, has two different dates of birth (DOB) recorded in two different departments that are required to maintain such records. The Military Secretary (MS) Branch, which deals with the postings, promotions and career management of Army officers has recorded his DOB as 10 May 1950, whereas, the … [Read more...] about No controversy exists in the issue of Army Chiefs age