Col. (Veteran) Alok Mathur On 04 February, 2001, the first prototype of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) took off from Yalahanka Airbase for its maiden flight and returned safely in the presence of then Prime Minister of India, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The prime minister named the fighter aircraft “Tejas” which means radiance in Sanskrit. He … [Read more...] about Tejas: The radiance towards self reliance
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Defence and Security: Achievements of NDA II Government
Jaibans Singh The Independence Day address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the ramparts of the Red Fort on 15 August, 20 will be given against the backdrop of some monumental events that have been witnessed in the year plus since formation of the NDA II Government in May 2019. These events have a significant impact on national security in the short as well as the long … [Read more...] about Defence and Security: Achievements of NDA II Government
Siachen Day: Domination of Saltoro Ridge is a strategic imperative for India
Jasbir Sarai "I am proud of all Army personnel serving in Siachen who are leaving no stone unturned to defend our motherland. I am also proud of their parents who have sent their children to serve the nation by joining the Armed forces. I will personally send a thank you note to them," said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on June, 2019, during his maiden visit … [Read more...] about Siachen Day: Domination of Saltoro Ridge is a strategic imperative for India
Understanding the Soldier-Leader relationship
Jaibans Singh In June, 2019, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued a notification directing that income tax exemption on disability pension would be given only to such Armed Forces personnel who had been “invalidated from service.” Military veterans in India considered this notification to be discriminatory and approached the Supreme Court for relief. The Supreme … [Read more...] about Understanding the Soldier-Leader relationship
For Shah Faesal it is time to smell the coffee
Jaibans Singh Shah Faesal is the new flavor in the political landscape of Kashmir! A top rated IAS officer who has suddenly had a twinge of conscience that has compelled him to find a new uncharted path. One wishes him well but there is a valid reason to remain skeptical about both his capability as well as his intentions. He has given interviews and spoken to many … [Read more...] about For Shah Faesal it is time to smell the coffee