Category: REGIONAL
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Is Maldives Going Out of Our Grasp?
Maj Gen Harsha Kakar (R) and I had a crisp and short discussion on Maldives and the situation there after the recent elections. It emerged that the new Prime Minister might have used an anti India plank for political purposes, but might not actually be so. Maldivian dependance on India is far too much for…
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Israel Hamas War : What Lies Ahead
Lt Gen I S Singha (R) very clearly explained the messy situation in this war. In the later part of the discussion, the General came into his own with his personal experience and on ground knowledge. He highlighted the complexities involved in the operation which Israel is about to undertake. What became clear was that…
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Rethink Agniveers
Israel-Hamas war: India must rethink Agniveer, women in combat, says Army veteran Lt. Gen Shankar draws examples from the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas wars while explaining why India must change the Agniveer Scheme which was launched in 2022. Put the women officers in every other combat duty, but don’t expose them at the front lines. I…
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Learning From The Israel Hamas War
Lt Gen Satish Dua (R) and i had a terrific discussion on what we can learn from the war between Hamas and Israel. The main learning we need to reflect upon deeply are :- •LESSONS FOR KASHMIR •LESSONS FOR MANIPUR •SURPRISE AND DECEPTION VS INTELLIGENCE FAILURE •TECHNOLOGY VS BOOTS : THE BALANCE •POLITICS AND THE…
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Israel Palestine War : Agniveers, Women in Combat and Updates
I have always been of the opinion that the Agniveer Scheme is flawed since it adversely affects our combat efficiency. This war convinces me about its flaws even more. There is a need to modify it. Hamas handing of women also forces us to rethink about women in combat roles. A father’s message to me…
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Israel Palestine At War
Lt Gen Shokin Chauhan (R) and I had a lucid and clear headed discussion on the dilemmas confronting Israel in its war against Hamas. This is going to be a long winded and complicated war with far reaching consequences. This is the initial assessment ….
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Bangladesh : A Perspective
Lt Gen Shokin Chauhan(R) and I had a discussion on Bangladesh as part of the neighbourhood series. it was clear headed discussion on the issues which matter between India and Bangladesh. The major issue which emerged was that India has to take Bangladesh along in its development. India can not rise if its neighbourhood is…
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China Looming Large in the Neighbourhood
This was the ninth episode of the China Challenge series. In this episode, Maj Gen G Murali (R) explains about China’s large foot print in our neighbourhood. His explanation of Chinese expansionism is intellectual in nature and provides a different approach to the normal thinking. It provides an insight into Chinese behaviour and compulsions. Strategic…
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Where is Myanmar Headed?
This was a top class discussion with Lt Gen Shokin Chauhan (R). We covered all bases. It was converted into a great show by searching questions from Lt Gen Dushyant Singh (R) and Maj Gen Shammi Raj (R) who participated in the show. We are thankful to them to have made it convenient to watch…
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CASA Dialogues : Counter The Dragon in Nepal and Bhutan
Lt Gen Shokin Chauhan (r) and I had a great conversation on Nepal and Bhutan and as to how to counter the Chinese influence there. It was an in-depth discussion on core issues. Worth your while to go through it. It was educative for me.
Gunners Shot 