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Pakistan’s military picked a side in Arab world’s conflict—now it can’t escape consequences

Both the Pakistan Army officers who performed interventionist roles in the Arab conflict happen to have Jullundur origins. The similarities, however,...

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ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

IAF needs to spread its wings: Is the declining squadron strength in the IAF a sign of deeper systemic issues?

IAF needs to spread its wings: Is the declining squadron strength in the IAF a sign of deeper systemic issues?

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08.10.2026 30

The Economic Times

Manvendra Singh

The long shadow of depraved ideologies—from Maoism in Nepal to ISIS

Dehumanised minds, devoid of social responsibility, are a matter of concern. Sprung from excess against the armed forces, they remain perpetually...

11.09.2026 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

David Attenborough showed us the wonders of the world. Now, he has a warning for us

The world’s most trusted naturalist now speaks with unprecedented clarity: Humans are not stewards of nature, but its greatest threat

12.05.2026 30

Indian Express

Manvendra Singh

David Attenborough showed us the wonders of the world. Now, he has a warning for us

The world’s most trusted naturalist now speaks with unprecedented clarity: Humans are not stewards of nature, but its greatest threat

12.05.2026 40

Indian Express

Manvendra Singh

A stronger Iran has emerged from the rubble. US learned the lesson 40 days late

The US and Israel’s assassinations of Iranian leadership ended up bestowing martyrdom on those killed. Shias saw the deaths as a continuity of...

09.04.2026 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

Iran war is a sign to course correct for India. Navy must step up

The Navy has always been in the forefront of supporting national diplomatic and other outreach efforts beyond India’s political boundaries. Time to...

19.03.2026 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

Dubai Air Show crash needs calm analysis, not outrage and noisy nationalism

Sometimes the machine just gives up, unable to keep pace with the will of the military mind of the air warrior. That’s what happened in Palam 1989...

27.11.2025 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

Operation Sarp Vinash — the forgotten 2003 campaign that changed India’s fight against terror

Lt Gen Hardev Singh Lidder’s book on Operation Sarp Vinash shows why the Indian Army’s 2003 campaign to clear terrorist strongholds in...

13.11.2025 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

A futile $100 billion war. Hamas still standing, peace deal with a bad precedent

Another peace deal has been sealed, with explicit Nobel Peace Prize intentions. And without Palestinians.

16.10.2025 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

Trump and Hegseth’s speeches at military gathering show America fighting a war within

Donald Trump set the ball rolling even before the meeting began by saying that he would fire any military leader on the spot if he didn’t like them.

02.10.2025 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

Nepal Army Chief Ashok Sigdel has a tough task ahead. As a brother in arms, India must help

The two armies have maintained close bonds through every storm. The onus now is on India to support the Nepal army while it steers the country toward...

12.09.2025 30

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

Counter-insurgency is Indian military’s reality. Op Sindoor was brief flash in combat spectrum

The Chief of Defence Staff was spot on when he declared war fighting as ‘military’s bread and butter.’

04.09.2025 90

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

AI integration for military is risky business. Combat monopoly must remain with soldiers

The Army has plans for a technology thrust in the near term, including the use of AI to support decision-making. While well-intentioned, this may have...

07.08.2025 30

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh

China was quick to test the nuclear bomb. India missed vital landmarks

India had a nuclear research programme at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, months before the US’ test. Eight decades later, it is light...

24.07.2025 40

ThePrint

Manvendra Singh