Hardip Bedi On 26 December, 2004, a Tsunami in the Indian Ocean region caused unprecedented devastation and a humanitarian crisis. Hundreds of thousands were killed and millions displaced. Major democracies to include India, Japan, Australia and the United States got together to put up a concerted response to the crisis. The cooperation was given the name "QUAD" and was … [Read more...] about QUAD Summit: India has gained prestige but Chinese threat remains
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Sikkim from Batang La to Chorten La: A narrative of the Himalayan paradise
Col. Alok Mathur Sikkim, the beautiful 22nd State of Indian Union in the lap of mighty Himalayas, garnered headlines of World media on 9, May, 2020 , when Indian Army troops clashed with a Patrol of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) at the Naku La post in the Northern District of the state near Dongkung village, at the dizzying height of 16500 feet. The … [Read more...] about Sikkim from Batang La to Chorten La: A narrative of the Himalayan paradise
China has no claim on Tibet & East Turkestan, what to talk of Ladakh
Jaibans Singh The history of South Asia and China was dominated by the British broadly from the 17th century to mid-20th century. Today, almost seven decades after the exit of the British, India and China remain unable to reconcile to their new destinies and move on. Border demarcation done at the time of the British rule has become an issue and is dominating the … [Read more...] about China has no claim on Tibet & East Turkestan, what to talk of Ladakh
Naam, Namak Aur Nishan: Indian Army exemplifies national integration
Jaibans Singh "Naam, Namak Aur Nishan," is an ethos that calls upon Indian soldiers to strive for the good name of their country, the salt that they have partaken and the glory of the national flag/regimental standard, to the extent of making the supreme sacrifice of their lives when required. The Indian Armed Forces are particularly proud of is their All India All Class … [Read more...] about Naam, Namak Aur Nishan: Indian Army exemplifies national integration
Ladakh Crisis: Indian posture weakened by false, unsubstantiated statements of “experts”
Jaibans Singh The crisis created by the Chinese incursions in Eastern Ladakh is now well on the path of resolution. At its peak is solicited considerable media attention. A large segment of the media completely understood the sensitivity of the situation and extended full support to the military and diplomatic initiatives being taken by the Government. Sadly, there are … [Read more...] about Ladakh Crisis: Indian posture weakened by false, unsubstantiated statements of “experts”