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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SPARSH Reimagined: Strategies for a Smooth Transition in Defense Pension Management

SPARSH (System for Pension Administration (Raksha)) is an online pension management system introduced by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is designed...

Strategic Alliances and Tense Standoffs : India – Qatar Relations Amidst Global Espionage

In the complex mosaic of global politics, espionage often acts as an unseen force that reshapes the contours of international alliances and conflicts. Nations...

Overhauling DRDO: Unleashing the Full Potential of Indian Innovation

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is India's primary defence research and development agency. It was established in 1958 and falls under the...

Bhangarh Fort and Sariska Tiger Reserve: A Perfect Blend of Mystery and Wildlife

Weekend getaways are the new norm as India's young population is adventurous and is always on the "go". The introduction of new cars/SUVs and...

India’s Tapestry of Tensions: Terror, Religion and Media

Historical Overview of Terrorism Throughout human history, violence has left its mark. Terrorism, often perceived as violence with political, religious, or ideological motives aimed at...

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The Recurring Contradictions of Indian Politics

In the sweltering political climate of 2026, India once...

Russia’s Latest Sarmat Launch Highlights New Era of Missile Competition 

Russia has once again brought global attention to its...

The Beijing Pivot: How a POTUS-China Summit Reshapes the World Order

President Donald Trump’s state visit to Beijing in mid-2026...