Lt Col Manoj K Channan

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Lt Col Manoj K Channan (Retd) served in the Indian Army, Armoured Corps, 65 Armoured Regiment, 27 August 83- 07 April 2007. Operational experience in the Indian Army includes Sri Lanka – OP PAWAN, Nagaland and Manipur – OP HIFAZAT, and Bhalra - Bhaderwah, District Doda Jammu and Kashmir, including setting up of a counter-insurgency school – OP RAKSHAK. He regularly contributes to Defence and Security issues in the Financial Express online, Defence and Strategy, Fauji India Magazine and Salute Magazine. *Views are personal.

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Beyond the Battlefield: The Skills and Strategies Needed for 21st-Century Military Leadership

The evolving nature of warfare in the 21st century is marked by rapid technological advancements, changing geopolitical landscapes, and diversifying warfare tactics. For military...

Beyond Tactics: The Power of Philosophy and History in Shaping Modern Military Leaders

The leadership principles in ancient epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata are highly applicable to modern military leadership. Lord Rama's ethical leadership in the...

Beyond the Spin: Deciphering the Hidden Narratives Shaping the World

Perception management, a pivotal component in international relations, conflict, and geopolitical strategies, is decisive in shaping public opinion and influencing global events. This strategic...

Warlords of the Indian Subcontinent: Unraveling the Military Genius of Legendary Rulers

Throughout history, the Indian subcontinent has been a cradle of numerous powerful empires and legendary rulers, each contributing uniquely to the art of warfare...

South Asia: New Alliances Reshape Regional Power Dynamics

The geopolitical landscape of South Asia and the Indo-Pacific region is witnessing dynamic shifts, primarily influenced by the evolving relationships between major powers like...

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Synthetic DNA Revolution: Humanity Enters the Age of Programmable Biology

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Russia Races to Reinvent Its Transport Corridors as Caspian Routes Face Crisis

Russia is intensifying its efforts to restructure its cross-border...