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Gen Mm Naravane (Retd)

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Iran-Israel need win-win solutions, not jingoistic brinkmanship

Whether the Iran-Israel ceasefire is only a matter of convenience driven by domestic compulsions and mutual exhaustion or indeed a step toward lasting...

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Gen Mm Naravane (Retd)

India is losing information war—US backs Israel, hosts Munir, but asks Delhi to show restraint

We have not been able to convince the global community to initiate any action against Pakistan, which is a fair indication of India’s weakness in...

23.06.2025 30

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Just protecting borders from drone attacks isn’t enough. Look at Ukraine & Russia

India must designate vulnerable areas as ‘no-fly zones’ and treat violations as serious offences under the National Security Act, not as minor...

09.06.2025 9

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Threats to India are not over. Why it must build fortress-like defences

India should transform itself into Sindoor Durg, an impenetrable fortress, safe from multi-domain threats emanating from land, sea, air or cyberspace.

26.05.2025 10

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India has only pressed the pause button on Pakistan. It needs serious behavioural change

Military force must and will be used, as often as required, but it will have to be part of a bigger overall plan.

12.05.2025 10

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Operation Sindoor strikes aren’t the ‘end’. It’s the first salvo of a long-drawn-out battle

As a nation, India needs to be prepared for a tit-for-tat response from Pakistan. Civil defence drills all across the country will sensitise the...

07.05.2025 8

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Only when cornered and isolated globally will Pakistan come to its senses

The final solution has to be a political one if we are to achieve a longer-lasting ‘positive peace’, namely, removing the root causes of the problem.

28.04.2025 10

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Pahalgam attack deserves retaliation. India can borrow from US, Israel playbook

The attack site lies along the Amarnath Yatra route, set to begin in early June—adding pressure on security forces. Still, the Yatra must go on. Our...

23.04.2025 10

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China-US trade war has parallels with Japan in WW2. Will it escalate to military conflict?

Threatened by US sanctions and restrictive trade policies, Japan sought to secure its access to resources in the Indo-Pacific. This led to its attack...

14.04.2025 20

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India must balance Trump’s America First policy with Delhi’s Neighbourhood First

India must eschew the temptation of military solutions to regional problems, instead focus on economic agreements, diplomatic engagements and our soft...

31.03.2025 10

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India’s anti-tank missile dilemma—build, buy, or scramble for quick fix when crisis hits border

Emergency purchases have filled gaps temporarily, but India still lacks a long-term anti-tank guided missile strategy amid shifting geopolitical and...

17.03.2025 10

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India’s ‘all or nothing’ policy with Nepal won’t work. Strengthen military ties for balance

New Delhi’s approach toward Kathmandu needs to keep this aspect in mind: neither too deep to be seen as interference, nor fully ‘hands-off’.

03.03.2025 8

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India has to choose between Russia’s Su-57 & US F-35 aircraft. IAF must get the last word

Made-in-India fifth-generation fighter will take forever to make. India can't stop defence imports.

17.02.2025 10

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Russia-Ukraine conflict is a masterclass in 21st-century warfare

Economic sanctions undoubtedly hurt Russia, but exposed the limitations of forcing change in large, resource-rich states that can find ways to...

03.02.2025 7

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India must reduce defence acquisition timeline—product should take priority over process

By the time a new system is inducted, it is already technologically outdated. Even if the equipment itself is brand new.

20.01.2025 5

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Bangladesh is becoming a security threat to India. Yunus govt is stoking anti-India politics

Political instability following the regime change in Bangladesh has disrupted its economic relationship, with India, affecting supply chains,...

06.01.2025 5

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More forces not ideal to tackle militancy in Jammu. A dynamic counter-terror grid is needed

The resurgence of militancy in the Jammu region is concerning. India must take a cue from unilateral actions taken by countries like the US and...

11.11.2024 3

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China can back out of LAC agreement. India shouldn’t be lulled into a false sense of security

Given the Chinese penchant for saying one thing and doing the exact opposite, we must approach these latest developments, however good they might...

28.10.2024 5

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Why is climate change not on Indian military’s radar? It’s national security threat multiplier

A comprehensive Climate Strategy is needed to include climate risk in military decision-making. This would promote collaboration with ministries...

14.10.2024 7

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No more lip service on UNSC reforms—it’s time to form an implementation roadmap

Most of the UNSC’s failures stem from the use of veto power by the P5. In a world that champions democracy, the UNSC is inherently the most...

30.09.2024 5

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Quad can reaffirm commitment to free & open Indo-Pacific in 2024 summit, counterbalance China

The effectiveness of the summit will ultimately be judged on its ability to produce tangible results and strengthen the Quad’s role in addressing...

20.09.2024 4

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Rape isn’t just a Bengal problem. It’s a wake-up call for police, courts and schools

The path forward involves acknowledging the severity of the issue, implementing meaningful reforms, and fostering a culture of respect and justice.

16.09.2024 7

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Bangladesh protests have implications for India. New Delhi must engage at military level

There is concern about potential spillover effects of the Bangladesh protests into India, particularly in the Northeastern states. India needs to...

02.09.2024 4

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No one should force India into joining a battle that isn’t ours. Strategic autonomy is crucial

Perhaps it is time for the US to address India’s concerns. Rather than pointing fingers at India, it should practise what it preaches.

22.07.2024 10

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