Lt Col Manoj K Channan
315 Articles
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.
Honour Finally Acknowledged — But Closure Still Awaits: The Long Journey of OP PAWAN Veterans
For nearly forty years, the veterans of Operation PAWAN have borne a burden few can understand: the weight of sacrifice, heavy memories, unanswered questions,...
Racing Against the Clock: How India Can Achieve Self-Sufficiency in Critical Technologies
India faces a moment where modern warfare, pressure on global supply chains, and tightening geopolitical ties demand faster, more targeted, and more ambitious innovation....
The Crucible of Indian Democracy: Why 272 Signatories Cannot Represent 1.4 Billion Indians
India, the world’s largest democracy, faces a moment of serious reflection. Recent political upheaval, accusations of electoral fraud, and increasing distrust in constitutional institutions...
Red Fort Blast: The Security Lapse We Refuse to See
The recent blast at the Red Fort and the recovery of a significant cache of explosives in Faridabad have once again revealed a truth...
Addressing Demographic Shifts Through Policy and National Unity
In the 21st century, demographic changes have overtaken traditional security concerns to become one of the most significant factors shaping global politics, societal stability,...
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Russia Locks Down Aeroflot’s MC-21 Future With a 22-Year Support Deal
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How Did the Il-114-300 Reach Vladivostok With a 1,400-km Range?
The flight of the new Russian turboprop Il-114-300 from...
The Money Behind the New Blood Libel Against Israel
Since 7 October 2023, I have encountered antisemitism at...
