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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The Forgotten Heroes of Operation Pawan: Why India’s Bravest Soldiers Deserve More!

Operation Pawan remains a pivotal chapter in the annals of Indian military history, yet it is one that is often overshadowed by other conflicts. This operation, which took...

From Blitzkrieg to Jigsaw Warfare: India’ Mosaic Warfare Strategy for a Hybrid Age

In an era where the nature of warfare is rapidly evolving, traditional military strategies are increasingly challenged by asymmetric threats, including terrorism, insurgency, and...

Rehabilitating Returning Fighters: Counter Terrorism with Compassion

In the complex landscape of modern conflicts, a significant challenge for nations is addressing the issue of individuals who have taken up arms against...

King of the Peaks: Zorawar Singh and the Art of Himalayan Warfare

In the annals of military history, certain figures stand out for their strategic brilliance and leadership qualities. Zorawar Singh, a 19th-century military commander in...

From Guerrilla Genius to Inspiring Commander: Lachit Borphukan’s Lessons for Modern Warfare

In the annals of military history, few figures stand as uniquely as Lachit Borphukan, a commander whose blend of tactical brilliance, ethical conduct, and...

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As time passes, the coordinated Israeli-U.S. strikes on Iran...

Inside Amur-LNG: Roscosmos’ Bold Move Toward Reusable Launch Systems

One of the most ambitious modernization endeavors that Roscosmos...

Russia’s VK-1600V Engine Clears Key Certification Hurdle—Ka-62 Flight Nears  

One of the most ambitious domestic developments in aviation...

Russia Restarts Tu-214 Production—A Comeback for Soviet-Era Aviation?

Since 2022, the Russian aviation industry has prioritized the...