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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Indian Air Force’s Future Shock: The Dynamic Dimensions of Modern Air Warfare

In an era characterised by rapid technological progress, air combat is undergoing a fundamental transformation. The convergence of swarm drones, artificial intelligence (AI), machine...

Lip Service Nationalism: Are Politicians Exploiting Patriotism for Votes?

The timeless Chetwoode Motto of the Indian Military Academy, "The safety, honour, and welfare of your country come first, always and every time. The honour,...

Duty, Sacrifice, and Bravery: Religious Lessons for the Indian Defence Forces

Religions have always shaped civilisations, societies, and individuals by inculcating values, principles, and ethics. Drawing inspiration from Christianity, Islam, Zoroastrianism, Sikhism, and Judaism, the...

Serving the Nation: A Legacy of Valor and Resilience by India’s Armed Force

The British Government rejected options involving withdrawal from India for strategic reasons; they proceeded to work out the quantum of British troops that were...

India’s Stand Against China’s Hegemony Reshaping Geopolitics

India is currently in a state of inertia, assuming a prominent position within the geopolitical landscape. The new Century is purported to be the...

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Russia’s Ka-226T Flies Again — But This Time Without French Engines

Russia’s effort to rebuild its light helicopter industry around...

Did Sanctions Make Russia’s New Airliner Too Heavy?

The issue of whether Russia's MC-21 airliner became considerably...

When Citizens Fall Silent: National Well-Being, Democratic Responsibility and the Duty to Speak

Every nation, irrespective of its economic strength, political stability,...

Russian Pilots Raise Questions Over IL-114-300 Engine Design

The Ilyushin Il-114-300, Russia's latest regional turboprop, is currently...