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Man Aman Singh Chhina
Man Aman Singh Chhina is a Senior Assistant Editor with The Indian Express, specializing in defence, national security, and military history. He is also a prominent political reporter covering the state of Punjab. Professional Background Specialization: He is one of the few journalists in India with a dedicated beat on military digest and historical military archives. Author: He has written a book titled "Seven Heroes of 1971," which provides an in-depth look at the gallantry award winners of the 1971 Indo-Pak war. Geographic Focus: While his security reporting is national, his political and crime reporting is centered on the Punjab region. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) His recent work highlights a unique intersection of modern security threats and deep-dive military history: 1. Defence & Security (Military Digest) "Military Digest | Nuclear-powered device lost at Nanda Devi mountain back in spotlight" (Dec 21, 2025): A historical investigation into a plutonium-powered monitoring device planted by the CIA in 1978 that poses a long-term radiation risk to the Ganga headwaters. "Wanted for espionage and cross-border drug smuggling, Army deserter arrested" (Dec 20, 2025): Reporting on the intersection of military desertion and national security threats. "BSF identifies ‘hot spots’ of Pak drone activity in Punjab" (Dec 3, 2025): Detailing the BSF’s efforts to counter aerial infiltration and underground tunnel smuggling. "Major Mohit Sharma, Dhurandhar controversy explained" (Dec 2, 2025): Explaining the family’s claims that the Ranveer Singh film Dhurandhar is an unauthorized depiction of the Ashok Chakra winner's life. 2. Military History & Commissions "After Agnipath dashes dreams... Haryana man passes out of IMA as Army Lieutenant" (Dec 14, 2025): A human-interest story on resilience in the face of policy changes in military recruitment. "What Nehru wrote on choice for National Anthem" (Dec 9, 2025): Analyzing historical documents where Nehru compared the musicality and international perception of Vande Mataram versus Jana Gana Mana. <span...
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BSF identifies ‘hot spots’ of Pak drone activity in Punjab: ADGSubscriber Only
December 03, 2025 12:01 IST
The officer added that special sensors capable of detecting underground tunnels in the Jammu sector would also be procured to foil infiltration attempts from the Pakistani side of the international border.
Wed, Dec 03, 2025
Who was Major Mohit Sharma, why his family claims ‘Dhurandhar’ is based on himSubscriber Only
December 02, 2025 15:17 IST
Major Mohit Sharma, Dhurandhar controversy explained: Major Mohit Sharma laid down his life battling militants in J&K in 2009. Here's why his name is being linked to Ranveer Singh's film 'Dhurandhar'.
Sun, Dec 07, 2025
‘A matter of pride’: Punjab Police constable selected for officer’s commission in IAFSubscriber Only
December 01, 2025 14:31 IST
Gursimran Singh has been serving as a constable with the Punjab Police since August 2022.
Mon, Dec 01, 2025
Gurdaspur MP writes to Shah, seeks meeting of central, state agencies on Punjab’s law and orderSubscriber Only
December 01, 2025 10:25 IST
In his letter to Amit Shah, the MP has asked for a meeting of IB, R&AW, NIA, BSF, Punjab Police, and Punjab Home Department officials so that a coherent and effective national security strategy can be put in place in Punjab without delay.
Mon, Dec 01, 2025
Military Digest | Army officer’s dismissal over ‘mandir gurdwara parade’: Lt Samuel Kamlesan’s arguments and Army’s counterpointsSubscriber Only
November 30, 2025 14:13 IST
The Supreme Court has upheld the termination of Lt Samuel Kamlesan for allegedly refusing to enter his regiment’s ‘Sarva Dharma Sthal’, which according to him has only a temple and a gurdwara and no church.
Mon, Dec 01, 2025
Punjab Police team chasing drug cartel in Jaisalmer intercept Haryana tourists by mistakeSubscriber Only
November 27, 2025 07:09 IST
A video of the incident captured by a bystander went viral on social media. The footage showed crowds gathered around the Punjab Police vehicles and demanding to know what the matter was.
Thu, Nov 27, 2025
DGP Gaurav Yadav appears before EC, explains police actions in Tarn Taran by-pollSubscriber Only
November 26, 2025 08:15 IST
The commission had asked the DGP to appear before it with a status report on review of all alleged wrongful registration of cases and arrests during the model code of conduct (MCC) period for the November 11 bypoll.
Wed, Nov 26, 2025
Special Vidhan Sabha Session: Punjab paves way to declare Amritsar walled city, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as holy citiesSubscriber Only
November 24, 2025 22:19 IST
House passes unanimous resolution paving way for ban on sale and consumption of liquor, meat, tobacco, and other intoxicants in the three cities; CM promises holistic development, religious tourism push
Tue, Nov 25, 2025
Military Digest: When Nehru sought explanation from Army Commander for his comments about political influence on promotionsSubscriber Only
November 23, 2025 14:22 IST
Lt Gen S P P Thorat clarified that his comments were misinterpreted and expressed regret for any improper statements about the defence minister.
Mon, Nov 24, 2025
Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025: Bill to let Centre run Chandigarh directly leads to uproar in PunjabSubscriber Only
November 23, 2025 07:01 IST
Mann, Punjab parties say move to weaken state claim to Chandigarh
Sun, Nov 23, 2025
Centre proposes Bill to take control over Chandigarh by appointing an L-G; AAP, Cong oppose moveSubscriber Only
November 22, 2025 21:28 IST
Govt to table Constitution (131 Amendment) Bill in winter session to bring Chandigarh under ambit of Art 240.
Sun, Nov 23, 2025
Punjab Police to seek Anmol Bishnoi’s custody once NIA is done with himSubscriber Only
November 20, 2025 08:15 IST
Anmol Bishnoi, younger brother of Lawrence Bishnoi, faces multiple FIRs across Punjab pertaining to criminal activities.
Thu, Nov 20, 2025
Arrest warrants issued against brother-in-law of Akali Dal leader Bikram Majithia in disproportionate assets caseSubscriber Only
November 19, 2025 13:14 IST
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau claims that Gajpat Singh Grewal played a crucial role in a conspiracy related to Bikram Majithia's allegedly illicit assets.
Wed, Nov 19, 2025
Gurdaspur MP Randhawa receives death threat from ‘Lawrence Bishnoi’ gangSubscriber Only
November 18, 2025 08:29 IST
Moosewala's father, singer Mankirat Aulakh, human rights activist also named in message
Tue, Nov 18, 2025
Pro-Khalistan outfit claims to have killed RSS activist in PunjabSubscriber Only
November 18, 2025 02:40 IST
In a statement issued on various social media platforms, Sher-e-Punjab Brigade announced its formation for the “cause of Khalistan’s freedom”.
Tue, Nov 18, 2025
Military Digest: Firing a gun at court martial and other naval traditions that transcend national boundariesSubscriber Only
November 16, 2025 15:53 IST
A sneak peek into some of the rich traditions of the Indian Navy, influenced by the Royal Navy, and comparisons with similar practices worldwide.
Sun, Nov 16, 2025
Amritsar Rural SSP Maninder Singh suspended for ‘inaction’ against gangstersSubscriber Only
November 15, 2025 14:01 IST
The development comes days after Dr Ravjot Kaur Grewal, the SSP of Tarn Taran district, was suspended after being accused of bias and misuse of police authority ahead of the bypoll.
Sat, Nov 15, 2025
Former Northern Army Commander’s car damaged by ‘rashly driven’ Punjab Police ‘VIP’ escortsSubscriber Only
November 13, 2025 00:53 IST
DGP says behaviour ‘completely unacceptable’, assures of appropriate action
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
Court martial gives 9 months’ rigorous imprisonment to jawan, dismissal from service for desertionSubscriber Only
November 12, 2025 12:18 IST
Lance Havildar Abhay Kumar Singh of 9th Battalion, Bihar Regiment, was found guilty of two charges – desertion of service while under treatment and use of a forged document.
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
EC asks Punjab DGP to investigate all cases registered in bypoll-bound Tarn Taran and neighbouring districts within 36 hoursSubscriber Only
November 09, 2025 18:39 IST
The Tarn Taran Assembly bypoll will be held on November 11 and the campaigning came to an end Sunday evening.
Mon, Nov 10, 2025
Military Digest | Pakistan Army reinforces supremacy over navy and air force through constitutional amendmentSubscriber Only
November 09, 2025 14:42 IST
The proposed and expected changes taking place at the higher echelons of the Pakistan military have accelerated in the aftermath of India’s Operation Sindoor.
Sun, Nov 09, 2025
Babbar Khalsa threats and police ‘dhakka’ allegations mark campaigning for Tarn Taran bypollSubscriber Only
November 08, 2025 17:29 IST
While threats by networks of gangsters like Lawrence Bishnoi are allegedly being used to intimidate voters, the SAD has accused the AAP of misusing the police force to coerce support for its candidate.
Sat, Nov 08, 2025
Delhi High Court grants arrears of pension to Army soldier’s widow 47 years after his deathSubscriber Only
November 03, 2025 18:51 IST
A Court of Inquiry, which was constituted to enquire into the cause of the Army jawan's death, said in its report that his demise was attributable to military service.
Mon, Nov 03, 2025
Military Digest I Exercise Trishul creates scare in Pakistan just as BRASS TACKS IV did in 1987Subscriber Only
November 02, 2025 15:07 IST
BRASS TACKS IV was the final sequence in a series of four exercises that began in the summer of 1986.
Sun, Nov 02, 2025
CBI gets DIG Bhullar’s custody for five days even as Punjab Vigilance too makes a dash for itSubscriber Only
November 01, 2025 18:56 IST
The CBI has already got a police remand of Kirshanu Sharda, the co-accused in the DIG Bhullar case. Sources said the agency wants to confront Bhullar and Sharda face-to-face and to record their statements
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