Jaibans Singh On 18 November 1962, a small, courageous group of Indian soldiers stood rock solid against an enemy far better equipped and in far greater numbers. 114 heroes out of the total strength of 120 deployed fell in the battle fighting to the last man and the last round and after afflicting huge casualties upon the enemy. This was the epic Battle of Rezang La and … [Read more...] about Rezang La war memorial: Testimony to the courage & grit of Indian Army
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Kashmiri leaders need to introspect, apply course correction
Dr. Simrit Kahlon A good political leader always feels the pulse of the people and modifies his policies accordingly; those who fail to move with the times become politically irrelevant. The leaders of the so-called mainstream parties of Kashmir, mainly the National Conference (NC) and the People's Democratic Party (PDP) are, sadly, unable to adjust to the new reality of … [Read more...] about Kashmiri leaders need to introspect, apply course correction
J&K: Running the last lap requires complete synergy of effort
Jaibans Singh The Tri-colour flying proudly in Lal Chowk in Srinagar, Kashmir and other places across the valley is a very joyful sight indeed. It brings about a feeling of relief at the prospect of the trouble torn region, at last, moving towards normality. While admitting that the desired end state is yet to be achieved, there is a fair degree of positivity among the … [Read more...] about J&K: Running the last lap requires complete synergy of effort
Unstable Pakistan: A huge security concern for India
Hardeep Bedi Pakistan is in a state of instability and flux yet again. On the one hand Prime Minister Imran Khan is under pressure from a resurgent opposition that is nipping on his toes in the Senate and other platforms and, on the other hand, the politically all powerful Pakistan Army is preparing for a change of guard. The incumbent Pakistan Army Chief, General Qamar … [Read more...] about Unstable Pakistan: A huge security concern for India
The heroes of Indo-Pakistan War, 1947-48
Jaibans Singh "We are heavily outnumbered... I shall not withdraw an inch but will fight to the last man." These historic words need to be indelibly etched in the memories of all Indians since they framed the destiny of the nation post-Independence. They were spoken by Major Somnath Sharma, Param Vir Chakra (PVC),Posthumous, on 3 November, 1947, when he, along with his … [Read more...] about The heroes of Indo-Pakistan War, 1947-48