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
Top Articles
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
Humane approach should not usher in complacency
Prabhakar Gupta The leadership in the Valley is showing a much welcome and visible concern for the common man. Normal day to day problems are the focus of attention for not only by the State government but also the Huriyat leadership, political parties (mainstream and separatist) and the security forces. The most astonishing move was a welcome call given by Geelani to the … [Read more...] about Humane approach should not usher in complacency
Security threat to India is as potent as ever
S Ranjan While joining the world in its euphoria over the killing of Osama bin Laden, India needs to pay more heed to the security challenges that have cropped up in the aftermath of this happening. Osama did not impact India’s security concerns directly, his organisation, al Queda, had minimal presence in the country, and as such, his death is not likely to have a profound … [Read more...] about Security threat to India is as potent as ever
Al Queda in India : repercussions of bin Laden’s death
Jaibans Singh The 21st century epic has concluded with the proverbial victory of good over evil, after a long, debilitating battle stretched over more than one decade. Osama bin Laden lies vanquished in a blood feud that has caused incalculable death and destruction and has reduced humanity of the lowest possible ebb. In fact, even in his death bin Laden has achieved his most … [Read more...] about Al Queda in India : repercussions of bin Laden’s death