10 War Lessons one can learn from the Indian epic tale of Ramayana ‘Bhagwan Shree Ram was the Epitome of Military Leadership’ Introduction The whole of ‘Bharat’ and Sanatan followers all across the globe are chanting “Jai Shree Ram” as we are approaching the consecration of Bhagwan Shree Ram at Ayodhya, on 22 Jan 2023. Shree Ram has been an ideal incarnation of … [Read more...] about 10 War Lessons from Ramayan
Defence and security
Maldives: The drift away from India
On 30 September 2023, Presidential election was held in the Islamic Republic of Maldives and surprisingly, an anti-Indian opposition candidate, Mohamed Muizze of People’s National Congress won by defeating President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih of the Maldivian Democratic Party, who was holding the top post since 2018. Mohamed Muizze was sworn as the 9th President of … [Read more...] about Maldives: The drift away from India
Zorawar – The Mountain Tank of Indian Army
Indian Army has required a light tank since the Kargil War 1999 and Doklam stand-off of 2017 to equip its Sikkim corps, Ladakh corps and Tejpur corps. During 1962 War in Trijap sub sector (North Pongong Tso) and Rezang La area and during the near War in 2020 at Moldo/Galwan sub-sector, the Chinese had mobilised their Armoured and Motorised formations. The tanks identified … [Read more...] about Zorawar – The Mountain Tank of Indian Army
Brigadier Pritam Singh: The Saviour of Poonch
This is a true story of a brave and resilient soldier, Brigadier Pritam Singh, MC who commanded 1 Para (Kumaon) in the Battle of Shalateng against a strong force of Pakistani raiders led by Pakistan Army officers which had almost reached Srinagar. Later, he led his battalion through the heavily defended Haji Pir Pass and reinforced the encircled Indian garrison of the border … [Read more...] about Brigadier Pritam Singh: The Saviour of Poonch
Downsizing Army deployment in J&K: Caution and deliberation is necessary
Jaibans Singh The Indian media has been carrying reports about the Union Government considering a phased withdrawal of the Indian Army from the hinterland of the Kashmir Valley. These reports are based on a series of articles and editorials that The Indian Express has carried on the subject. The base for this news in The Indian Express has been formed by an article … [Read more...] about Downsizing Army deployment in J&K: Caution and deliberation is necessary