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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From RIAF to IAF: A Remarkable Transformation of India’s Air Power

Rising above the clouds, defending the skies, the Indian Air Force stands as a testament to valour, commitment, and national prideThe Indian Air Force...

Indian Government’s ‘Impairment Relief’ Decision Raises Questions About Its Commitment to the Military

The Indian Armed Forces have always stood tall, defending the nation through times of Peace and War. Historically, veterans and serving soldiers have received...

Societal Divides in Canada: Indian Diaspora Fragmentation Threatens Unity

"You can't keep snakes in your backyard and expect them only to bite your neighbours. You know, eventually, those snakes are going to turn...

Canada and India: Diplomatic Crossroads or New Horizons?

Democracy, diversity in culture, ethnicity, religion, and frequent personal interactions have all contributed to developing a close bond between the two nations.India's relationship with...

Remembrance of a Legacy: The Life and Times of Shri Sukhdev Raj Channan

Today, we take a moment to reflect on our loving, courageous, and honourable father, Shri Sukhdev Raj Channan, who passed away many years ago....

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Airtel Money: The IPO That Reveals India’s Edge in Africa

When an African payments company prepares for what could...

Russia Gets More Su-57s—But Nobody Knows Exactly How Many Are Now in Service 

On September 24, 2026, the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC)...

The Shadow Fleet Battle: Sanctions, AIS Blackouts, and the Missing Context

“The shadow fleet” has become one of the most...

MC-21 Takes 12 Months to Build—But There’s a Big Catch

How much time does it take to put together...