DEFENCE

The International Police Training Centre is funded under NATO and the UN Development Programme, with Japan providing a significant contribution to the project.

Cold is the no. 1 killer. To fight and survive in such extreme Arctic and subarctic conditions is a challenge. Soldiers need an understanding of logistics, time and heat sources. Right clothing, training and equipment-- tents, stoves, skis and snow shoes can help soldiers survive and stay fit in the frigid environment.

India’s first nuclear attack submarine Arihant began Sea Trials on December 15th with naval personnel and defence scientists onboard showing both caution and confidence.

FDI in armament technology and production of arms for exports cannot be an end in itself as every policy decision is required to be linked to the needs of the people.

The present Indo-China Conflict has been well covered with all factual details and strategic assessments. The author brings out the requirement to enhance the strike capability of the Mountain Strike Corps to make the Indian Army a potent force to guard the Ladakh sector.

The ultimate value of QUAD would be to create a better economic model than China and possess a collective military strength with its suitable presence in proximity to the South China Sea to act as deterrence to any kind of misadventure the Chinese may plan.

The V-22 Osprey is the only military production tiltrotor aircraft in the world. Its speed, range, manoeuvrability and logistical capability make it one of the most versatile and cost-effective solutions for its customers.

It has been reported that UAE, is trying to broker a cease-fire between India and Pakistan along the 778 km long LOC. The question is why should India agree to it, giving a breather to Pakistan?

In the past eighteen months, there has been series of interesting developments defining the contours of the emerging new world order. The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) has now emerged as a crucial alliance and becoming a countervailing force to the increased belligerence and hegemony of China.

A pandemic like COVID strikes mankind, probably once in a Century, as per the historical evidence. The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has...

The military supply chain can be divided into three distinct chains. The first chain encompasses fast and light stores, the second chain deals with heavy equipment and the third chain deals with the deployment and move of soldiers/men.

To seek merit among one per cent officers is akin to seeking out a bright star on a clear night, as one will be able to see many bright stars.