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Syed Ata Hasnain
The writer, a former corps commander of the Srinagar-based 15 Corps, is chancellor, Central University of Kashmir
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A future-ready disaster management in the Himalaya requires a massive technology scale-upSubscriber Only
September 18,2025 07:08:14 AM
This monsoon has revealed both the strength of India’s disaster response and the gaps that remain.
Thu, Sep 18, 2025
Asim Munir’s nuclear threat: Why India shouldn’t be dragged into rhetoricSubscriber Only
August 11,2025 17:36:50 PM
While Munir’s missiles exist in the imagination of a rally audience, India’s infrastructure corridors, manufacturing hubs, and global partnerships exist in hard reality
Wed, Aug 13, 2025
To become a strategic actor, Iran must shed its reliance on proxiesSubscriber Only
July 14,2025 06:00:10 AM
Only then can it match ideology with capability, and rhetoric with reach
Mon, Jul 14, 2025
Why India doesn’t need to worry about the Trump-Munir lunchSubscriber Only
June 20,2025 07:06:37 AM
Trump’s outreach to Pakistan should not be read as a betrayal or a shift away from India. It is better understood as tactical engagement
Fri, Jun 20, 2025
Avalanches are no longer seasonal inconveniences. They demand urgent attentionSubscriber Only
June 10,2025 19:00:09 PM
They are increasingly conflict multipliers, logistical disruptors, and silent killers in zones of both peacetime deployment and active conflict. What climate change is now doing is making their frequency and unpredictability worse
Tue, Jun 10, 2025
Ceasefire is the right decision. But India must stay vigilant about Pakistan’s next movesSubscriber Only
May 10,2025 23:28:08 PM
India’s objectives have been largely achieved. The escalation was kept under control and the rules of engagement were fundamentally changed before a ceasefire was declared
Sat, May 10, 2025
To deter terror activity in the Valley, after Pahalgam, back to basicsSubscriber Only
April 25,2025 06:50:28 AM
Area Domination Patrols are critical in ensuring a sense of omnipresence of security forces
Fri, Apr 25, 2025
Trump vs Zelenskyy: White House spat could reshape security, not just for Europe but US tooSubscriber Only
March 04,2025 11:58:27 AM
The understanding that military bases in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East serve as outposts to prevent threats from reaching American soil will now need to be rested in favour of early warning from wars and skirmishes where the US would not commit itself unless provoked beyond measure.
Tue, Mar 04, 2025
We need to tackle heatwaves with greater urgencySubscriber Only
February 12,2025 16:57:35 PM
The NDMA under the Chairmanship of the PM has played an active role in developing Heat Action Plans.
Fri, Feb 14, 2025
20 years after Indian Ocean tsunami, India is better preparedSubscriber Only
December 26,2024 07:10:41 AM
That disaster response is being discussed professionally and more often by India’s Armed Forces is one of the most heartening developments since the disaster. For this, both the political and military leadership need to be credited.
Thu, Dec 26, 2024
What the Syrian crisis means for the Middle EastSubscriber Only
December 09,2024 13:40:53 PM
It could mean the decline of Iranian and Russian influence in the Levant, with rising American — and by extension, Israeli – stakes in the region
Mon, Dec 16, 2024
India cannot play in Pakistan: Cricket and terror do not go togetherSubscriber Only
November 15,2024 06:52:52 AM
India’s stance is consistent — as long as there is Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, there cannot be a business-as-usual approach elsewhere
Fri, Nov 15, 2024
After recent terror episode, a wake up call in J&KSubscriber Only
October 22,2024 07:40:47 AM
Proxy war in J&K is far from over. The restricted frequency of violence must in no way lead to complacency
Tue, Oct 22, 2024
Why climate change is a national security issueSubscriber Only
October 17,2024 08:02:17 AM
Insurance can mitigate vulnerabilities to unpredictable events, climate disasters. It’s important to realise that human security holds the key to national security, especially in regions where proxy wars, based upon terrorism, abound.
Thu, Oct 17, 2024
How to deal with terrorism in JammuSubscriber Only
August 05,2024 19:13:33 PM
The past can serve as a near-complete tactical and operational guide
Mon, Aug 05, 2024
Terror upswing in Jammu – the path to counter Pakistan’s proxy warSubscriber Only
July 17,2024 19:12:10 PM
Militarily, the turnaround in the security situation awaits one big successful operation. We can be confident it’s not very far. Politically, it is important that Assembly elections are conducted
Thu, Jul 18, 2024
Reasi attack: On J-K, India must redraw its red linesSubscriber Only
June 11,2024 13:58:38 PM
A single event can sometimes upset the applecart of stability. But under no circumstances must the assembly polls be put off. It will symbolically convey to the people and to the world of India’s clear intent. At the same time we have to redouble security efforts.
Wed, Jun 12, 2024
What the upswing in J-K voter turnout could mean for PoKSubscriber Only
May 20,2024 05:30:04 AM
The contrast between post-election turmoil in PoK and ongoing elections in Jammu and Kashmir show how abrogation of Article 370, development have strengthened democracy
Wed, May 22, 2024
Army inquiry in Rajouri deaths: Upholding justice, winning heartsSubscriber Only
April 06,2024 17:21:16 PM
Credible investigation on alleged atrocities by Army is crucial at a time when there are indications of removing AFSPA from J&K
Mon, Apr 08, 2024
On PM’s vision for ‘Naya Kashmir’: Ending Pakistan’s proxy warSubscriber Only
March 09,2024 08:15:26 AM
In his first visit since abrogation of Article 370, PM has charted course for future
Sat, Mar 09, 2024
What India’s Army Chief needs to do in the face of two-front threatsSubscriber Only
January 16,2024 08:00:07 AM
Army Chief's annual media interaction presented a mature assessment of security issues facing India, making room for pragmatic solutions
Tue, Jan 16, 2024
Why terrorist activity has shifted from Kashmir to Poonch-RajouriSubscriber Only
December 25,2023 14:35:09 PM
Kashmir’s strong and layered counter-infiltration (CI) and counter-terrorism (CT) grid makes planning proxy operations difficult. On the other hand, dilution of troop deployment and a chequered history of local support may have led to activity and presence of terrorists shifting there
Tue, Dec 26, 2023
How we are rescuing workers trapped in Uttarkashi tunnelSubscriber Only
November 22,2023 14:51:15 PM
In an integrated 'all of government' approach, efforts are on to save the precious lives of 41 workers stuck inside a partially collapsed tunnel in the Himalayas. None of those stuck in the tunnel have the reach or status to influence decisions. Yet, every leader and official has their welfare, and that of their families, in mind
Thu, Nov 23, 2023
Syed Ata Hasnain on Anantnag attack: Dying embers, but terrorism threat not overSubscriber Only
September 15,2023 17:11:49 PM
Common public belief is that post-August 5, 2019, after Article 370 was amended, the situation in J&K has normalised with strong action taken against separatists. However, it would be a misnomer to say that the problem of the Pakistan-sponsored proxy war in J&K is completely behind us
Sat, Sep 16, 2023
Syed Ata Hasnain writes: In Manipur, Army’s leadership has experience and ability to do its jobSubscriber Only
July 05,2023 19:48:09 PM
The recent incident of women and children protesters blocking the army, which was shared on social media by the Spear Corps, was appreciated and criticised in equal measure. Field commanders must be trusted to know what they are doing
Thu, Jul 06, 2023
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