Experts Speak
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December 20, 2024
The Pushback
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The pushback against the global elite's agenda is now unfolding silently and powerfully through the democratic process of voting
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November 27, 2024
Showtime – Dnipro and Zhuhai
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Both Russia and China have demonstrated superior hypersonic weapon capabilities, leaving the US and NATO striving to catch up in a rapidly advancing arms race
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November 27, 2024
India-China Defence Ministers Meet
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Chinese Defence Minister Admiral Dong Jun met for the first time after the India-China deal to resume patrolling in eastern Ladakh
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November 27, 2024
Hypersonic & Drone Wars
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's hypersonic and drone capabilities are advancing but still require substantial development for credible deterrence against regional adversaries
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November 27, 2024
PROBA-3 ESA Satellite Launch
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)ESA's PROBA-3 mission, launched by ISRO’s PSLV-XL, aims to enhance solar research and space weather forecasting through artificial solar eclipses
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November 27, 2024
Integrated War and the Info Deluge
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The scale of data coming from thousands of sources is overwhelming, necessitating innovative systems like Human-Machine Teams and AI Walls to process intelligence effectively
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November 22, 2024
1000 Days and Counting
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The war in Ukraine has entered a potentially dangerous phase, with the US approving the use of ATACMS missiles for attacks farther into Russia, escalating tensions
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November 15, 2024
Why a Trump Win Matters
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election, achieved despite formidable opposition and alleged deep-state interference, could prompt sweeping reforms in governance. His approach is expected to diverge sharply from past administrations, focusing on global challenges such as the Ukraine war, Middle East instability, radicalism, and tensions with China and Russia.
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November 14, 2024
China's Damning Cyber Prowess
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Chinese hacking group 'Salt Typhoon,' linked to China's Ministry of State Security, has conducted extensive cyber-espionage operations targeting US telecommunication infrastructure, political figures, and national security officials
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November 14, 2024
Whither DRDO Restructuring?
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Despite forming 13 specialised committees for implementing the reforms, internal resistance from senior DRDO officials has significantly hindered progress, with reports indicating that the restructuring process is largely on hold
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November 14, 2024
Indigenous Asmi SMG & EVTOL Aircraft
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)These indigenous programmes mark a milestone in India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing
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November 14, 2024
Make in India C295 Aircraft
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The C295 will replace the aging Avro-748 fleet, modernising the Indian Air Force's transport capabilities and enhancing maritime surveillance and reconnaissance roles for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard
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November 14, 2024
ISRO's Analogue Mission & BAS for Lunar Exploration
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)ISRO's analogue mission in Leh and the plans to establish the Bhartiya Antariksha Station (BAS) by 2035 aim to enhance capabilities in space exploration and contribute significantly to the global space economy
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October 26, 2024
BRICS Signals New World Order
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The 16th BRICS Summit, held in Kazan, Russia, highlighted the bloc's growth and resistance to Western financial hegemony, and with 13 new nations added as Partner Countries, showing the increasing global influence of BRICS
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October 26, 2024
Space-Based Surveillance (SBS) & BMD
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The SBS-III project, costing ₹26,968 crore, is expected to be completed in a decade and will provide dedicated surveillance capabilities for India's armed forces across land, sea, and air.
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October 26, 2024
Civil Helicopters for Army Logistics
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Indian Army plans to hire single-engine civil helicopters to operate in specific sectors such as Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, primarily for winter stocking, logistics, troop transport, and casualty evacuation
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October 26, 2024
Indo-US Semiconductor Fab
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The fab will reportedly be the world’s first “multichip military fab,” manufacturing chips for applications in night vision, missile seekers, space sensors, drones, military communication, radar, and renewable energy
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October 25, 2024
BRICS for Global Equity
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The BRICS Kazan summit has laid the groundwork for a more equitable world order, with plans for a unified clearing system, a BRICS Commodity Exchange, and a gold-backed BRICS currency
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October 14, 2024
First Tri-Service Future Warfare Course
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The United Service Institution of India (USI) conducted the first-ever Tri-Service Future Warfare Course, focusing on niche technologies for Armed Forces officers, conceptualised by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan
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October 14, 2024
China's Cyber Spy-Sabotage Network
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's dependence on Chinese electronic components and machinery poses a significant risk, as China could potentially carry out extensive sabotage at critical moments
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October 14, 2024
India-Maldives Relations Reset
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)President Mohamed Muizzu's visit to India signalled a reset in India-Maldives relations, following his earlier “India Out” stance during the Presidential race
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October 14, 2024
PLA's AI-Enabled Influence Operations
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The PLA justifies its social media manipulation efforts based on the perception that the US aims to undermine the CCP regime, leading to the development of AI-driven strategies, including social bots
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October 14, 2024
Litani's Litany of Woes
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Lebanon, marked by decades of conflict, foreign occupation, internal strife, and the current influence of Hezbollah, has rendered the state dysfunctional. Despite brief periods of peace, Lebanon's challenges persist, driven by regional power struggles, radical militias, and external interventions.
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September 28, 2024
Sixth QUAD Leaders' Summit
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The QUAD Leaders adopted the Wilmington Declaration, which outlined tangible projects benefiting partner countries across the Indo-Pacific
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September 28, 2024
Weaponised Electronic Devices
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Mossad operation demonstrated that all smart gadgets, or 'Internet of Things' devices, can be weaponised, opening a new phase of low-cost 5th Generation Warfare
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September 28, 2024
3D Printing in War
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Additive manufacturing, already adopted by the US military, offers flexibility, cost savings, and reduced logistical challenges by enabling the production of spare parts and tools on-demand
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September 28, 2024
Major Space Projects Green-Lighted
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)These major space initiatives mark significant strides in India's space exploration, pushing the boundaries of planetary science and human spaceflight capabilities
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September 23, 2024
Sri Lanka Turns a Page
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Anura Kumara Dissanayake, leader of the Janatha Vimukti Peramuna (JVP) - a Marxist political party, was elected as Sri Lanka's new President, with policy pledges of tough anti-corruption measures, bigger welfare schemes and slashing taxes
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September 19, 2024
Putin & Lee Kuan
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)While Putin is often portrayed as a dictator with imperial ambitions, some argue his achievements for Russia bear similarities to Lee Kuan Yew's governance of Singapore
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September 14, 2024
Theaterisation on Anvil
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The broad theaterisation plan includes a Northern Theatre Command for the China border, a Western Theatre Command for the Pakistan border, and a Maritime Theatre Command for the Indian Ocean Region
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September 14, 2024
China's LARID Radar
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Low Latitude Long Range Ionospheric Radar's (LARID) ability to detect plasma bubbles and stealth aircraft offers significant military implications, enhancing China's early warning capabilities and improving the performance of its radar systems, particularly for over-the-horizon detection
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September 14, 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in Military
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)AI integration in the military domain raises significant legal, security, and ethical concerns, especially regarding transparency, accountability, and bias, amplified in high-risk military contexts
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September 5, 2024
A September Revolution
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The German provincial elections could be remembered as the beginning of a broader political shift, influencing electoral agendas in other countries
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August 30, 2024
India's Balancing Act: Managing Strategic Dilemmas
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)In a rapidly evolving world, India's foreign policy pragmatism allows it to navigate complex global dynamics, seeking support from one or more great powers while retaining strategic autonomy
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August 25, 2024
Visit of Prime Minister Modi to Poland and Ukraine
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The visit was timed to balance India's ties with both Russia and the US, especially following Modi's Russia visit and the backlash from both Ukraine and the US
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August 25, 2024
Bad Vibes from Bangladesh
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), which is pro-Pakistan and pro-China, is expected to gain influence, possibly canceling pacts signed with India, while China continues to provide military equipment and support to Bangladesh's armed forces
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August 25, 2024
Defence Minister Visits USA
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)During the visit, Rajnath Singh invited US defence companies to collaborate with Indian partners to accelerate the “Make in India” programme, aiming for joint co-development and co-production in defence technologies
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August 15, 2024
US Upsets Tejas Schedule
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The primary delay in delivering the Tejas Mk1A jets is due to General Electric (GE) not supplying the F404-IN20 engines, which are needed to power the aircraft
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August 15, 2024
State Visit of Vietnam's Prime Minister
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)During the visit, Prime Minister Modi highlighted Vietnam as an 'important partner' in India's Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific vision, underscoring the strong coordination between the two countries on regional matters
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August 15, 2024
Sukhoi-30 MKI Fighters' Upgrade
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The IAF's upgrade plans include integrating advanced radars, avionics, longer-range weapons, and indigenous Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar technology to maintain air superiority
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August 12, 2024
East Pakistan: Re-launched
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina had claimed a few months back that 'conspiracies' were being hatched to topple her government and that she may be assassinated just like her father
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July 23, 2024
First Defence Budget of NDA 3.0
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)In her seventh Union Budget presentation on July 23, 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced no change in defence allocation from the ₹6.21 lakh crore allocated in the interim budget five months earlier, despite threats to India's national security increasing by the day
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July 23, 2024
Frontline Robots
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)In recent experiments, US Generals want to send robots to face the enemy's first bullets, as human casualties come with a significant price
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July 23, 2024
DEWS and EMP Weapons
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The significance of these capabilities cannot be overstated, as they hold the potential to reshape the landscape of defence technology and significantly enhance operational capabilities
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July 23, 2024
Camcopter S-100 under 'Make in India'
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Production of the Camcopter S-100 under the 'Make in India' initiative will boost India's military capabilities, supporting operations in challenging terrains and extreme climatic conditions
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July 23, 2024
India's AMCA
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The AMCA programme was launched in 2010 and is currently the only 5th generation fighter under development in India, aimed at performing multiple missions including air supremacy, ground strike, suppression of enemy air defence (SEAD), and electronic warfare (EW) missions
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July 23, 2024
Indo-Russian Joint Defence Ventures
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Indo-Russian bilateral relationship is described as time-tested, with Russia remaining a priority in India's foreign policy, highlighted by the agreement on military technical cooperation for the 2021-2031 decade
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July 11, 2024
22nd India-Russia Annual Summit
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)During the bilateral and delegation-level discussions, both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin appreciated the time-tested India-Russia relations based on trust, mutual understanding and strategic convergence, as also agreeing to make all efforts to optimise full potential of the strategic partnership
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July 11, 2024
Nuclearisation of Space
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Outer Space Treaty prohibits nuclear weapons in space and limits the use of celestial bodies to peaceful purposes, raising questions about the weaponisation of space through nuclear power plants on the moon
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July 11, 2024
China's VLEO Satellites
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China's plan to establish a constellation of 300 VLEO satellites needs to be viewed in the backdrop of its expansionist plans, aggressive moves, augmenting existing 24x7 satellite coverage of border areas and establishment of an Information Support Force (ISF)
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June 28, 2024
Europe Goes Downhill
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Europe grapples with mounting divisions within the European Union and NATO, while facing a barrage of challenges on multiple fronts
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June 25, 2024
India-US Review iCET Progress
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan visited India to conduct the first annual review of the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET), a collaboration between the two countries in advanced technological domains
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June 25, 2024
Rafale Marine for Indian Navy
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)France is India's closest strategic partner in Europe, and the acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets for the Indian Navy is being negotiated, aiming to boost India's naval air power and carrier-borne capabilities.
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June 25, 2024
Counter Drone & Loiter Munitions for Army
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The indigenous development of counter-drone and loiter munitions for the Indian Army has seen significant advancements, all designed to enhance the Army's capabilities in modern warfare with advanced technologies
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June 25, 2024
State visit of Bangladesh Prime Minister
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The highlight of Sheikh Hasina's visit was holding discussions with Narendra Modi and signing seven memorandums of understanding (MoUs) and renewing three previous agreements to solidify the bilateral relationship further.
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June 11, 2024
NDA 3.0 and Defence Allocations
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)With India already a $5 trillion economy and aiming for $7 trillion by 2030, an annual defence budget of 4-5 per cent of GDP is needed through the next decade.
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June 11, 2024
Drone Wall
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The goal of the drone wall is to use drones and other technologies to protect borders against provocations from unfriendly countries and to prevent smuggling.
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June 11, 2024
Russia Ups Aerial Combat in Ukraine
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The introduction of Russian Su-30SM2 fighter jets armed with R-37M missiles, capable of destroying F-16s from 300 km away, challenges the effectiveness of Western military aid to Ukraine.
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June 11, 2024
The Agnikul Space Odyssey
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The historic inaugural flight of Agnikul demonstrated indigenous technologies, gathered crucial data, and ensured optimal functioning of systems for the orbital launch vehicle 'Agnibaan' in the future.
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June 10, 2024
India Votes for Vikas
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)India's economy has grown remarkably since 1991, transforming from $266 billion to $4.15 trillion, surpassing countries like France and the UK, and becoming the 3rd largest economy in PPP terms
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May 27, 2024
Dhaka in Dragon Shadow
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China has significantly equipped the Bangladesh military, providing tanks, frigates, fighter jets, and submarines, recently completing the construction of the largest submarine base in South Asia
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May 27, 2024
DRDO Restructuring on Track
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Transforming the DRDO into an efficient and agile R&D entity is vital for boosting India's defence manufacturing, increasing self-reliance, reducing imports, and achieving a defence export target of ₹35,000 crore by 2025
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May 27, 2024
India-UK Defence Talks
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Aero-engines, electric propulsion, missiles, power-packs, and maritime systems were identified as some of the focus areas of joint work
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May 27, 2024
Zia & Raisi: Uncanny Parallels
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The deaths of President Raisi of Iran and General Zia-ul-Haq of Pakistan in air accidents delayed the nuclear programmes of their respective countries by at least a decade, benefiting Israel, which opposes their acquisition of nuclear weapons
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May 14, 2024
China Breaks Up Strategic Support Force (SSF)
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Recent military reforms in China include the restructuring of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), with the disbandment of the Strategic Support Force (SSF) and the establishment of three independent branches: the Information Support Force (ISF), the Cyberspace Force, and the Aerospace Force
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May 14, 2024
BMP Drop from C-17 Aircraft
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The successful airdrop of a BMP from a C-17 transport aircraft using a Type V Heavy Drop System was conducted near the Pakistan border on April 25, 2024
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May 14, 2024
Genetic Weaponry
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is executing a plan to build a DNA database on every person on the planet with the intention of using genetic data for engineering new weapons and surveillance technologies
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May 14, 2024
Indigenous Drone Manufacturing
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Bharat Drone Shakti 2023 event, hosted by the Indian Air Force and the Drone Federation of India, showcased the participation of over 75 drone startups from across the country, indicating a burgeoning interest and activity in this sector
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May 14, 2024
The NATO Circus@75 & the War in Ukraine
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Despite its 75 years of existence, NATO is faltering in its mission to safeguard Europe, as Ukraine continues to struggle in the war against Russia, even with NATO's comprehensive support
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May 7, 2024
Humbug in Hamburg
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)From refugees to radicals, the recent protests in Hamburg show the stark irony and the hidden agendas behind the anti-Gaza protests
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April 26, 2024
Reviewing Air Defence
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Iran's aerial strike on Israel unveils global air defence realities and vulnerabilities
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April 26, 2024
Indigenous Missiles
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Empowering India's defence & security, indigenous missiles soar high
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April 26, 2024
Augmenting Military Helicopter Fleet
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)From Ukraine's frontlines to India's skies, a journey through Helicopter warfare and future strategies
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April 26, 2024
AI Generated Kills
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The use of AI on the battlefield is adouble-edged sword of innovation and risking human lives
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April 22, 2024
World's Highest Battlefield: Siachen@40
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Embracing the frozen frontier, Indian soldiers continue to control the world's highest and coldest battle ground through sheer courage and resilience
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April 13, 2024
China Clenches Colombo
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Charting the complex interplay between India, Sri Lanka, and China in the Indo-Pacific
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April 13, 2024
Indigenous Laser Weapon System
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Directed Energy Weapons are redefining military strategies worldwide
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April 13, 2024
Akashteer Inducted
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The indigenous Akashteer project is poised to significantly enhance the operational efficiency and integration of the Army Air Defence (AAD) mechanism
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April 13, 2024
ISRO Rules Space
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)From Lunar dust to Martian skies, ISRO's stellar odyssey is pioneering India's journey beyond Earth
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April 10, 2024
Mayhem in Moscow
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The Moscow terror attack reflects an intricate interplay of tangled global power dynamics
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March 27, 2024
Muizzu's Shuffle
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Maldives' strategic balancing act in a sea of diplomacy
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March 27, 2024
Drone Interceptors
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's Cutting-Edge Response to Drone Threats
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March 27, 2024
Indigenous Engines
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)A historic leap in indigenous engine technologies is empowering India's defence
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March 27, 2024
Indigenous 5th Generation AMCA
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Redefining Indian Airpower with a leap into 5th Generation Supremacy
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March 19, 2024
Financing America's Wars
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Decoding the nexus of global politics and economics with a look at the power of US Dollar, its role in modern day conflicts, and the shifting new world order
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March 14, 2024
Divyastra Launched
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)With implications extending beyond the South Asian region,India's successful test of the Agni-5 ballistic missile equipped with MIRV technology marks a significant leap in the nation's strategic capabilities
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March 14, 2024
More Wings to Navy, IAF and ICG
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's strategic expansion sets sail for defence reinforcement
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March 14, 2024
Military Jetpack and HAPS
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Next-Gen defence with DRDO's Electric Jetpack Prototype and High-Altitude Pseudo Satellite (HAPS)
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March 14, 2024
Restructuring DRDO
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Transforming DRDO will chart a new course for enhanced indigenous defence capabilities
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March 14, 2024
Upgrading Armed Forces Combat Capabilities
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Bolstering India's war fighting ability with precision, power and innovation
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March 1, 2024
Is London Going the Lebanon Way?
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)London's current struggles with identity and internal strife draws parallels with the turbulent history of Lebanon, tracing its path from prosperity to peril
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February 27, 2024
India Triumphs – Qatar Releases Navy Men
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Defying diplomatic odds, India's remarkable rescue mission in Qatar results in securing the release of all eight Naval Veterans
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February 27, 2024
Exercise Devil Strike
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)From the aerial induction of troops to the successful link-up with advancing ground forces, Exercise 'Devil Strike' highlights the strategic significance and the evolving role of airborne forces in safeguarding national security interests
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February 27, 2024
Exercise Vayu Shakti 2024
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The exercise involved 121 aircraft, including various indigenous and foreign platforms, aiming to demonstrate full-spectrum combat capabilities including IAF's proficiency in night operations and strategic reach
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February 27, 2024
INSAT-3DS Launched – More Following
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's space endeavors see success with the INSAT-3DS mission, alongside ambitious plans from ISRO and the emergence of new space trends in 2024
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February 23, 2024
Ukraine Self-destructs
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)As the Russia-Ukraine war enters into the third year, we look at the human toll and Ukraine's tragic saga trapped in Global power plays
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February 16, 2024
Gaza: Negotiators' Nightmare
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Chasing the elusive solution for peace under the shadow of conflict
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February 13, 2024
Indo-French Defence Cooperation
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Strengthening bonds lead India-France strategic partnership to new heights
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February 13, 2024
Innovations Reshaping the Future of War
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Navigating the Next Generation of Warfare with Railguns, Hypersonic Shells, and Autonomous Drones
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February 13, 2024
US MQ-9B Drones For India
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Securing India's borders from the above with a strategic leap into Unmanned Aerial dominance
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February 13, 2024
PLA EW and Close Air Support
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Mastering the spectrum and redefining warfare in the Electromagnetic Age
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February 12, 2024
Interim Defence Budget 2024-25 — An Analysis
By Vice Admiral A.K. Chawla (Retd)Navigating the realities of India's Defence Budget and charting the road ahead
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January 29, 2024
Womanpower in Uniform: Republic@75
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)India takes a big stride into the future as Women Warriors lead the charge in India's 75th Republic Day Celebration
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January 27, 2024
Chinese-Checkers in Maldives
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)With its relationship with India facing headwinds, Maldives chart a new diplomatic course, embracing a strategic pivot amidst the rising tide of Chinese influence
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January 27, 2024
Quantum Communications for Armed Forces
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Concrete steps are being taken for integrated and advanced secure communication solutions in the evolving landscape of modern warfare
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January 27, 2024
More Military Innovations
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Indian Military unleashes cutting-edge technology in its journey towards self-sufficiency and strategic advancements
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January 27, 2024
Drones in AI Shadow
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Unveiling the challenges and opportunities in the era of advanced military technology
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January 27, 2024
TAPAS UAV Project Dropped
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The demise of TAPAS BH-201 Drone project raises questions on India's military technological advancements
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January 13, 2024
Maldivian Backfill
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India needs to navigate the ongoing geopolitical currents in Maldives and the growing shadow of China in the region, keeping its own strategic interests in mind
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January 13, 2024
ISRO – More Milestones
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)From Supernovas to Solar observatories, ISRO's cosmic endeavours are paving the way for a stellar future
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January 13, 2024
Women in Frontline Combat
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Navigating challenges and unveiling the realities of gender inclusion in India's armed forces
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January 13, 2024
Indigenous Rifle, UAV and Counter UAV
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Atmanirbhar Bharat is soaring as indigenous UGRAM assault rifle and Drishti 10 Starliner drone mark major advances in domestic defence technology
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January 13, 2024
Boosting IAF's Heavy Lift Capability
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's strategic overhaul of Mi-26 Helicopters enhances IAF's heavy-lift capabilities and paves the way for unmatched heavy-lift synergy with Chinooks
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January 10, 2024
India's Strategic Islands
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)From tourist havens to strategic assets, unlocking the potential of India's islands, harnessing them for prosperity and security
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December 27, 2023
Is America Double Timing India?
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Evaluating the intricate landscape of India-US relations amidst the complexities of defence, trade, and geopolitical challenges
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December 27, 2023
Boosting Innovations
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Innovations under Make in India are bridging defence and technology
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December 27, 2023
SAMAR & Akash AD Systems
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)These Systems underscore India's commitment to advancing indigenous air defence capabilities and expanding its influence in the global defence market
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December 27, 2023
MRFA under Make in India
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari's statement that it would take another 10 years for the IAF to reach 35 squadrons underscores the urgency in addressing the current fighter squadron shortfall
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December 27, 2023
Defence Budget 2024-25
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The next defence budget needs to navigate challenges while prioritising modernisation and a shift towards proactive deterrence
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December 26, 2023
Let's Feel Happy
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Amidst the global chaos, upheaval, and turbulence of 2023, India stands resilient, shining as a beacon of hope
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December 20, 2023
Israel – Blurred Lines of Perception
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Beyond the headlines, carefully choreographed between fact and fiction, are the orchestrated narratives trying to shape the public opinion on Israel and Palestine
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December 11, 2023
Pannun Affair — America's Double Standard
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)A closer look at the dynamics of India's security paradigm, plagued by double standards of the West
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December 11, 2023
PLA's Fifth Force – Near-Space Command
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China's global powerplay has reached the Stratosphere with the creation of a 'Near-Space Command', equipped with Hypersonic weapons
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December 11, 2023
Powering Military Combat Capability
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Major boost for India's military capability as the defence landscape is set for a paradigm shift with mega deals on the horizon
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December 11, 2023
Space Diplomacy
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Collaboration with NASA will propel India's space odyssey into a thrilling future and possibly put an Indian Astronaut on the International Space Station
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November 29, 2023
Gaza War – Not About Terror Alone
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Reasons for the ongoing battle in Gaza go way beyond the terror attack of Hamas, and if allowed to continue, can have global ramifications
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November 29, 2023
Major Defence Updates – Logistics Makeover to Tank Killers
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Innovations in military logistics, drones and autonomous technology are transforming India's defence landscape
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November 29, 2023
Military Inducting Nirbhay, Pralay Missiles
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India strengthens defence arsenal as Nirbhay and Pralay missiles join Armed Forces in a strategic upgrade
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November 27, 2023
The Spillover from Myanmar
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)India to navigate the complex North-east region's dynamics urgently and address the growing challenges emanating from Myanmar's unrest
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November 14, 2023
Terror Time in Pakistan
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Pakistan grapples with escalating attacks and regional tensions as Security Forces face massive surge in violence
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November 14, 2023
Securing the Skies
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)In a surge skywards, India reinforces its defence with Rafale-Marine Jets and Hermes 900 StarLiner Drones
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November 14, 2023
Guarding Indian Skies with Project 'Kusha'
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)DRDO unveils 'Kusha' project with the aim to craft a robust indigenous air defence system with LR-SAM capability by 2028-2029
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November 14, 2023
Revitalising India's Manufacturing Sector
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Opportunities, Challenges, and Critical Imperatives of Defence Manufacturing in India
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November 14, 2023
Enhancing Astronaut Safety
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)ISRO has successfully tested the crucial crew escape system, paving the way for Gaganyaan mission, while the TV-D2 mission aims to perfect crew module uprighting system in splashdown scenarios
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November 6, 2023
Humanitarian Crises Boil Over
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)There are many voices that remain unheard in the current humanitarian crisis sweeping the globe
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October 31, 2023
Lessons from the Israel-Hamas War
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Unraveling the Complex Lessons from the Israel-Hamas Conflict
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October 31, 2023
Drones, Anti-Drone and Robotics
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) has ordered comprehensive study on UAVs and Armoured Helicopters for All Three Services. The studies, undertaken by tri-service teams, are meant to optimise the number of platforms required as well as the resources and avoid duplication.
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October 31, 2023
India's Space Crusade
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)With a planned series of Lunar missions, India aims to set up Space Station by 2035 and send first Indian to Moon by 2040
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October 31, 2023
20th Round of India-China Military Talks
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India continues Military-to-Military talks as China indicates no troop pullback and has fortified defences in new locations occupied in 2020
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October 23, 2023
Global Hotspots: Ukraine, Israel & Taiwan
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)A closer look at the current geopolitical flashpoints and India's balancing act
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October 14, 2023
Change of Guard in Maldives
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Shifting Tides in the Indian Ocean as Maldives elects Pro-China President and navigates a new course
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October 14, 2023
Target – Global Drone Hub
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Innovations, Challenges, and Future Prospects of a Drone Revolution in India
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October 14, 2023
19th Asian Games & Indian Military
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India Shines Bright with Record-breaking Performance at 19th Asian Games
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October 9, 2023
Middle East Up in Flames
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The incursion of Hamas fighters into Israel has left the Middle East in a state of flux despite the recent diplomatic alliances redefining the region's landscape
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September 22, 2023
Trudeau's Canada, Terror & Western Retribution
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Unraveling the web of Trudeau's allegations and the complex realities of India-Canada relations
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September 22, 2023
Boosting ISTAR Capabilities
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Integrating Advanced ISTAR Platforms for Aerial and Land Dominance for elevating India's Security
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September 22, 2023
Sukhoi, LCA and More
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Charting a course for self-sufficiency and strengthening India's defence arsenal
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September 20, 2023
Neocolonial Capitalism
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)From Exploitation to Empowerment, Charting a Course to Global Economic Equity
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September 14, 2023
India-Saudi Arabia Relations
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India and Saudi Arabia Forge a New Era of Economic and Strategic Partnership
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September 14, 2023
100 Additional Tejas Fighters for IAF
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)LCA Tejas Mk1A will transform India's Air Power in the decades ahead
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September 14, 2023
New Systems, Weapons, Equipment, Gear
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Empowering India's Armed Forces with cutting-edge acquisitions for enhanced Security
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September 14, 2023
Warmate Drones
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Empowering India's defence with a Drone-driven Future
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September 11, 2023
G20 Delhi Summit — Inclusive Declaration
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The G20 Summit 2023 in Delhi sets a global precedent by charting a unified course for a shared future
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September 11, 2023
G20 Heralds a New Future
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)India played host to the world and charted a new course in global geopolitics at a highly successful G20 Summit
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September 5, 2023
G20: At Least Let Them Talk
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The upcoming G20 Summit will hope for a constructive dialogue between member countries to navigate global challenges and bridge the divide in a shifting World Order
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August 31, 2023
The Moon Landing & Beyond
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 triumph pioneering the future of Space Exploration
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August 31, 2023
Private Sector Drone SAR
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Unlocking India's Sky with Cutting-Edge Drone SAR Technology
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August 28, 2023
BRICS Blows the Bugle
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Exploring the implications, tensions, and challenges in an expanded BRICS alliance
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August 23, 2023
Old Rivals, New Theatre
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Exploring the Enduring Rivalry Between US and Russia Across Ages
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August 14, 2023
Is China Gearing for More Conflict?
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China's Military Buildup Signals Growing Concerns in the Region
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August 14, 2023
Malware and Spyware
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China's Disruptive Cyber Campaign Puts National Security at Risk, Prompting Global Concerns
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August 14, 2023
CUAS and Archer-NG MALE UAV
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's robust defence innovations in Counter-Drone Technology and Next-Gen Unmanned Aerial Arsenal to bolster National Security
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August 14, 2023
IAF Enhances Combat Power
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India-Israel Partnership Bolsters Air Superiority and Tactical Precision in Challenging Terrain with Cutting-edge Spike NLOS Missiles for Mountainous Warfare
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August 14, 2023
TAPAS UAV and Tejas Fighter
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's Cutting-Edge TAPAS BH-201 UAV Prepares for Crucial User Trials, Enhancing Aerial Surveillance Capabilities
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July 31, 2023
India-Sri Lanka Bilateral Relations Strengthened
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)President Wickremesinghe's Historic Visit Seals New Agreements and Vision for the Future
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July 31, 2023
Drones – Kamikaze to Stratosphere
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Advanced Technology and Autonomy Redefine Drone Warfare
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July 31, 2023
Helicopters – Leasing and Exporting
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's Ministry of Defence seeks Helicopters on Lease amidst fleet troubles while navigating export challenges
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July 31, 2023
AI and Humanoid Robots
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Artificial Intelligence is shaping our world with remarkable innovations, but its rise sparks debates on job displacement and the urgent need for safety measures
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July 24, 2023
Global War on Terror Going Nowhere
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Navigating the Global War on Terror through Complex Realities as it turns out to be the most expansive and expensive global conflict spanning multiple wars
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July 15, 2023
Prime Minister Modi's visit to France gets Navy a Big Boost
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)French National Day celebrates Prime Minister Modi as Guest of Honour, paving the way for defence collaboration and indigenous technological advancements
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July 15, 2023
Pro-Khalistan rallies raise concerns over rising Extremism
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Nations with large Indian diaspora need to tread a delicate balance as Khalistan movement gains momentum
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July 15, 2023
India Hosts Virtual SCO Summit
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Leaders of SCO nations gather to foster connectivity, address security concerns, and pave the way for future growth
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July 15, 2023
India in China's Crosshair
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Unraveling China's new Border Law and Foreign Relations Law and its expanding national security ambitions on the global stage
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July 15, 2023
Brain Warfare
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Mind control goes global with China's Neurostrike programme and the race for brain warfare supremacy
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July 15, 2023
Agnipath – Changes Anticipated
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Agnipath scheme overhaul expected as India's Armed Forces confront recruitment woes and Geopolitical concerns
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July 6, 2023
India's Exposed Eastern Flank
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The deep-rooted turmoil due to drugs, land rights, and historical divisions has unleashed chaos in Manipur
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July 1, 2023
Weaponised AI Systems
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Future of Autonomous Warfare with the rise of AI-Controlled Weapons
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July 1, 2023
Myanmar's DART-450 Surveillance Aircraft
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Myanmar's Military Arsenal Swells with Billions in Weapon Imports
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July 1, 2023
Hypersonic Missile Interceptor
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Empowering Defence and Safeguarding Nations from Hypersonic Menace with Unmatched Precision
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July 1, 2023
Chandrayan-3 and Quantum Technology Satellite
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Exploring the final frontier together, Indian and US to collaborate on New Horizons in Space
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July 1, 2023
Global Terrorism
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)US-India Joint Statement on Terrorism is in contrast to US' historical support and current alliances with terror groups
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June 15, 2023
UK-Pakistan Defence Cooperation
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)A strengthening bond for Security and Intelligence
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June 15, 2023
The Jet Engine Deal
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)This move aims to boost defence industrial cooperation and enhance the India-US major defence partnership
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June 15, 2023
Double Carrier Exercise
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's Two-Carrier exercise showcases Maritime power in the Indian Ocean, strengthening India's Naval Dominance and addressing Security Challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR)
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June 1, 2023
G20 Srinagar Meet & Pak Terror
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)G20 Srinagar Meet Shines Spotlight on Kashmir's Progress Amid Security Concerns
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June 1, 2023
Chinese Stealth Radar
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China unveils its Stealth Sentinel to unmask covert skies
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June 1, 2023
Electric Planes, Electric Vehicles
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Electric Solutions for Aviation and Transportation to Power the Future
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May 23, 2023
Greenland & Taiwan
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The comparison between Greenland and Taiwan may seem superficial at first glance, but it is not entirely incorrect. These self-governing islands experience intense competition between the United States and China, albeit in different ways.
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May 15, 2023
Supersonic Surveillance, Hypersonic Transport
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)A leaked US military assessment has said that the Chinese PLA may soon deploy a high-altitude spy drone that travels at least three times the speed of sound
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May 15, 2023
Indigenous Nagastra Kamikaze Drone
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Indian Army has signed a deal for 'Nagastra' loitering munitions with 'Made in India' content of more than 75 per cent
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May 15, 2023
Upgrading Rocket Forces of India
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)India's Rocket Forces would need to incorporate hundreds or rather thousands of subsonic cruise missiles plus ballistic missiles to serve as India's primary instrument of strategic nuclear deterrence, as well as meeting the requirement of long to medium precision strikes
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May 11, 2023
Global Groupings and Groupism
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The UNSC has remained in a limbo since the 2003 Iraq invasion, divisions have further sharpened since the Ukraine war, the G7 has seen its fortunes and influence dwindle giving way to a more credible G20 and now BRICS is steadily gathering winds in its sails with over 40 per cent of the world's population and rich resource and manufacturing base
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May 1, 2023
SCO Defence Ministers Meet
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)“India strives to further bolster trust and cooperation among the members of the SCO as it believes in maintaining peace and security based on the provisions of the UN charter” —Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 1, 2023
China's Hypersonic IRBM
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)US Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) informed US legislators that China currently outpaces Russia regarding supporting infrastructure and system numbers when it comes to hypersonic capabilities
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May 1, 2023
PSLV-C55 Deploys Singapore Satellites
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)This launch marked the 57th flight of PSLV and the 16th mission using the PSLV Core Alone configuration, the lightest version of the launch vehicle
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May 1, 2023
China's AI-controlled Satellite
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)While the AI was induced from a ground-based station for the experiment, the operation for redeployment of the satellite was autonomous without any human intervention
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May 1, 2023
Salvaging Sudan
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)Even before the recent clashes, Sudan was facing social and political unrest with a struggling economy
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April 27, 2023
IAF: An Impeccable Force for Humanitarian Support
By Air Vice Marshal Sanjay Bhatnagar (Retd)Indian Air Force has emerged as a reliable first responder for undertaking aid and rescue during any calamity under HADR operations
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April 18, 2023
G20 in Ukraine's Shadow
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The US and the EU want to include Ukraine in the 2023 G20 Summit at New Delhi, and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky to address the summit
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April 18, 2023
Military Transport Aircraft
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Military transport aircraft was one of the critical missing links in the entire defence industrial complex chain which has been plugged with the Tata-Airbus joint venture and the development of the defence transport aircraft RAJAS-Rakshan now, to a significant extent
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April 18, 2023
American HSVTOL Aircraft & Russian UGV
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)US Special Operations Command's has been looking for a new High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) aircraft as a high-speed successor to its current CV-22B Osprey, which is used for Special Operations Forces (SOF)
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April 8, 2023
The Global Reset
By Major General Atanu K Pattanaik (Retd)The world is currently witnessing a great churn in geostrategic alliances resulting in a global realignment of security relations and partnerships.
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April 1, 2023
The Dragon-Bear Hug
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Meeting President Putin at the Kremlin, President Xi emphasised the China-Russia relationship reaching where it is today
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April 1, 2023
BrahMos Aplenty
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Indian Navy proposal to acquire more than 200 BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles is at an advanced stage and is expected to be soon cleared by the MOD
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April 1, 2023
Rafale-M for Indian Navy
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Dassault's Rafale-M outperformed its rival Boeing's F/A-18 Super Hornet in the evaluation process and it was deemed to be more suitable in meeting the operational requirements and criteria of the Indian Navy
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April 1, 2023
More Teeth for Army, Navy, Air Force
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The Chinese aggression during 2020 in Eastern Ladakh has caused the government to sit up and focus on defence, as well as 'Atmanirbhar' or the self-reliance initiative
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April 1, 2023
Swarm of Swarms
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China could employ drones in thousands or lakhs against our frontline troops at chosen points along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in conjunction with attacks by bigger drones, which could also be in swarms
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March 15, 2023
India-Italy Defence Cooperation
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)This was Italian Prime Minister Meloni's first visit to India during which she was accompanied by Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and a high-powered business delegation
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March 15, 2023
Man behind the Machine
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)The problems in achieving effective soldier-machine mix are both technical and psychological in nature, especially when dealing with adaptive machines intelligence systems
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March 15, 2023
Army's Offensive Drone Swarm
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Indian Army has ordered offensive swarming drone systems under the emergency procurement (EP) powers and eventually aims at offensive swarm drone capability of 1,000 drones
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March 15, 2023
Indigenous High Altitude Platform
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)Prototype of an indigenous HAP designed and developed by the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) is likely to be test flown as early as May 2023 to test and validate the onboard equipment
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March 15, 2023
Trainer Aircraft & Training Ships
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)On March 1, 2023 the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) cleared the deals for 70 x basic trainer aircrafts and the three cadet training ships
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March 3, 2023
Chinese Space Plans
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)China is creating a giant satellite constellation consisting of thousands of spacecraft for China's state network to cover the entire planet Earth from space. Without doubt it will be for dual civilian-military use or rather primarily for military use.
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March 3, 2023
Very Short-Range Air Defence
By Lt. General P.C. Katoch (Retd)According to the Ministry of Defence, recent developments along the Northern borders requires a focus on effective Air Defence weapon systems which are man portable and can be deployed quickly
