My Article Published in the journal Peace Prints South Asian Journal of Peacebuilding (Vol. 10, No. 1, Summer 2024)       Pic Courtesy: Internet   “Not all women wear pearls and shoes to work; some wear dog tags and combat boots.” -Author Unknown   Women’s participation in the armed forces has evolved significantly over the years worldwide, with a growing recognition of their valuable contributions to the defence and security of the country. Many countries now allow women to serve in the armed forces in numerous roles. The extent of participation and roles var ..read more

    “You have to decide your life’s priorities, and then you have to live them.” – Oliver Blatt   Rule: If it doesn’t matter in five Years/months/weeks, don’t spend more than five hours/minutes/seconds on it.   Trivial vis-à-vis Enriching. Our lives are finite, and our time on this earth is precious. In our consumer-driven, fast-paced lives, we often find ourselves caught up in a whirlwind of worries, desires, and countless material possessions. However, these concerns fade into insignificance after pausing and reflecting on what truly matters. One should focus on what tru ..read more

    My Article published in the News Analytics Journal Jul 2024.     India faces two nuclear-powered inimical neighbours. China is emerging as a major regional power with the aspiration to be a global power, and her desire to dominate Asia and, finally, the world has implications for India. India’s relations with China have changed from cooperative to competitive to combative. China sees India as a competitor and would like to keep India off-balance. On the other hand, Pakistan remains a security threat and continues to use non-state actors to maintain a situation of unre ..read more

    My Article published on the Chanakya Forum   In mid-June, news channels and strategic community circles were abuzz with the news that the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, had issued an RFP for the procurement of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (90 for the Indian Army and 66 for the Indian Air Force). LCH is the first indigenous Multi-Role Combat Helicopter designed and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). “Prachand” (which means “fierce” in Hindi), the name given to India’s LCH, reflects the helicopter’s aggressive and powerful capabilities. It stands ..read more

    The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its highly anticipated 55th edition of the SIPRI Yearbook 2024 on 17 June 24. This comprehensive yearbook, a cornerstone in the field, presents the institute’s annual evaluation of the state of armaments, disarmament, and international security, with a specific focus on nuclear threats and challenges.   Key findings of the SIPRI Yearbook 2024 are that the number and types of nuclear weapons in development have increased as states deepen their reliance on nuclear deterrence.   Relevant Excerpts   ..read more

    My Article published in the Indus International Research Foundation Year Book 2024.     “Air power is not only a fascinating subject, but its theory and practice also constitute a very demanding profession, and even a lifetime’s study and devotion is inadequate to unravel its mystique or fully understand its imperatives.” – Air Cmde Jasjit Singh   Air power is a revolutionary force that transformed the fundamental nature of war in less than a century. The concept of air power is often considered one of the most essential elements in modern military operations, bu ..read more

    Logic Masters India has announced Dates & Venue    Indian Puzzle Championship 2024 & Puzzle Ramayana Finals on 10 Aug 24 & Indian Sudoku Championship 2024 & Sudoku Mahabharat Finals on 11 Aug 24 at Namma Bengaluru   Made the cut for SM & ISC this year (13th year) & got the invite email.   Running 17th after the four online rounds.   Made the cut for PR & IPC this year (5th year) & got the invite email.   Running 24th after the six online rounds.   Prelim Information about the Contests     ..read more

  Article published in the inaugural issue of the News Analytics Journal         Introduction The Russia–Ukraine war, now in its third year with no end in sight, has had a profound and complex impact on every aspect of warfare and international engagement. It has brought issues related to the new emerging world order, multilateralism, collective security, nuclear deterrence, economic sanctions, information warfare, and food and energy security to the forefront. Understanding the intricate implications of this war on international relations and military operations is ..read more

  Article published on the Chanakya Forum Site.   Depiction of Aegis Layered Hypersonic Defense Source: Missile Defense Agency. Introduction Decades ago, ballistic missile defence was developed to intercept predictable targets outside the atmosphere. Since then, the missile threat spectrum has broadened, becoming more endo-atmospheric and manoeuvrable. Hypersonic weapons, a new breed of threat, combine the speed and range of ballistic missiles with a cruise missile’s low-altitude and manoeuvrable flight profile. Defending against hypersonic missiles is not just necessary; it’s a com ..read more

  Pic Courtesy: Allsourceanalysis on Internet   On 27 May, a satellite picture revealed that China had deployed its J-20 aircraft at Shigatse airbase in Tibet. The imagery shows six J-20 aircraft, eight J-10 aircraft, and one KJ-500 airborne Early Warning aircraft on the tarmac.   These deployments are regularly monitored and recorded. Purpose of these deployments are generally for:- 1. During Peace Time- Operate aircraft from a new base to ascertain and address the short comings / problem areas (including aircraft operations from high altitude area).   2. During ..read more