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 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...

Unlocking History’s Vaults: How Knowledge Became the Key to Social Influence

Throughout history, knowledge has often been critical in establishing and maintaining social hierarchies. Groups or classes with access to education and information usually held...

The One Percent’s Stranglehold: How the Wealthy Elite Controls Global Governments and Economies

Societies over centuries have been exercising control over the citizens. For understanding societal power dynamics, dividing society into distinct groups based on their influence...

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Two Fighters, Two Systems: How F-35 and Su-57 Manufacturing Really Differs  

Fifth-generation fighter aircraft are not simply combat platforms; they...

Modernizing the Tu-214: Smart Move or Strategic Mistake?

The Tupolev Tu-214 is a long-range version of the...

Why It Took Russia 15 Years to Restart Il-76 Military Transport Production

In 2025, the Aviastar facility—an affiliate of PJSC Il...

The Institution of Colonel of the Regiment

Among the many legendary characters of the Indian epic...