Ramesh Phadke
A Perspective on Regional Air Power
In light of the build up of Pakistan’s and China’s air power capabilities, India has little choice but to complete its procurement as quickly as possible if the IAF is to be ready to face a conventional conflict.
The Strange Ways of Indian Soft Power
The IPL decision not to choose Pakistani players proved a windfall for South Block, which had failed to convey India’s displeasure and unhappiness to the Pakistan government through the usual diplomatic channels.
Looking Ahead
If India indeed considers itself to be a rising power, it cannot remain a passive in the face of instability all around it.
IAF Training: The role Flying Clubs can play
The IAF should consider utilising the available aircraft and infrastructure at flying clubs for imparting basic training to its pilot trainees before sending them to the Kiran HJT-16.
Securing India at the Gates
Instead of beefing up army/police/paramilitary forces in the towns and cities, the government needs to urgently take measures to prevent entry of the criminal and terrorist elements at or close to the border.
Lest We Forgot: The Battle of Rezang La
While recalling the 1962 conflict we often refer to India’s ‘humiliating defeat’ at Chinese hands and forget that the Jawan of the Indian Army invariably fought with exceptional bravery and valour in the most trying conditions often without winter clothing and in some cases even without adequate ammunition.
PLAAF at 60
With the inclusion of its Commander in the all powerful Central Military Commission, the PLA Air Force is well placed to play an ever more important role in China’s defence apparatus.
A Possible Afghan Denouement
Post an American exit, China is likely to increase its investments in Afghanistan, provide employment to hundreds of unskilled Afghan workers, and assume the role of regional stabiliser.
Give Me More: The People’s Republic of China (PRC) Turns 60
Indian insurgent groups are re-establishing camps in Bhutan and are also forging links with Bhutanese rebel groups.
Pakistan’s latest adventure across the International Border
Pakistan has yet again shown its proclivity to raise tensions with India.
