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The Army’s Move into Chattisgarh : A step in the right direction

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By Prabhakar Gupta The central government, after much speculation, media postulations and tough talk over the last one year, seems to be ready to crack the whip on the Maoists in the country’s worst affected Central Indian Region of Chattisgarh. As per reports, the Army is poised to set up a Counter Insurgency Training School in Narayanpur district, along the edges of … [Read more...] about The Army’s Move into Chattisgarh : A step in the right direction

Security forces stand demoralised by the Prime Minister’s comments

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The Prime Minister’s visit to Srinagar has gone down well for a number of people. His words of encouragement to the youth will serve as a catalyst for many of them to take their destiny in their own hands and work hard to reap the opportunities being provided by mainstream India. The State government is reveling in the glory of the pat given for their judicious utilisation of … [Read more...] about Security forces stand demoralised by the Prime Minister’s comments

The Chiefs mandate : get back to basics

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The new Chief of Army Staff General VK Singh has, in his first few interactions with the media, stressed upon the need of rejuvenating the traditions and ethos of the Indian Army. Having spent just a few days in office it was too early for him to elaborate on the subject but he will, no doubt, evolve an agenda in the near future to address this issue which is very obviously … [Read more...] about The Chiefs mandate : get back to basics