Col. Alok Mathur, SM (Veteran) Tom Weiner of New York Times had written about sensational civil coup and counter coup by Army in Pakistan on 14 October 1999 ‘For months Prime Minister Nawaz Sharrif and General Parvez Musharraf were like two scorpions in a bottle waiting to strike. General Musharraf was detailed to go to Colombo to attend a week long Golden Jubilee … [Read more...] about Parvez Musharraf: Architect of the Kargil War
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Indo-China border management: Abide with well established protocols
Jasbir Sarai As India and China continue with their face-off at multiple points along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) it becomes imperative to revisit the various agreements and protocols that guide the management of the LAC. There are "five pacts" that both sides have, over time, agreed upon to maintain “peace and tranquility” along the borders. These are:- The 1993 … [Read more...] about Indo-China border management: Abide with well established protocols
Pakistan sponsored terrorism witnessing upswing during holy Ramadan
Jaibans Singh Ramadan is a sacred month when Muslims across the world observe a month of fasting, an activity regarded as one of the five pillars of Islam. This year the month of Ramadan commenced on 23, April and will culminate on 23, May. During this month, Muslims are decreed by Allah to emphasise on acts of “Deen” (religion) rather than worldly matters. Ramadan is not … [Read more...] about Pakistan sponsored terrorism witnessing upswing during holy Ramadan
The Kartarpur Sahib Corridor
Jaibans Singh The Sikh community, at the time of partition of the subcontinent into India and Pakistan, suffered immeasurably in terms of lives lost, displacement and financial ruin. In addition to these worldly factors, the community also lost to the newly formed state of Pakistan its revered shrines and holy places, especially those associated with the first Sikh master, … [Read more...] about The Kartarpur Sahib Corridor
A peaceful, progressive J&K would be best tribute for Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Jaibans Singh Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the great son of India, inveterate nationalist, acclaimed statesman, seasoned politician, hard core optimist, compulsive unifier and great visionary has embarked on his last journey. The grief is universal and eulogies are pouring in from across the world. His selfless service to his country, his contribution of towards the world affairs … [Read more...] about A peaceful, progressive J&K would be best tribute for Atal Bihari Vajpayee