Kuldip Singh, a retired Army officer, was principal director in the National Security Council Secretariat.

March 18, 2026 12:13 IST
There is no evidence that Iran possesses nuclear weapons, and it has consistently and repeatedly denied that it is seeking them. Israel, on the other hand, maintains a policy of nuclear opacity
Wed, Mar 18, 2026
February 28, 2026 11:12 IST
The fighting between these two neighbours surprises many who believe that both enjoyed a close, symbiotic relationship. The reality is that there’s no love lost between the two
Sat, Feb 28, 2026
February 17, 2026 14:27 IST
Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan’s recent comments on the subject merit some examination
Tue, Feb 17, 2026
January 23, 2026 11:03 IST
Trump’s remark at Davos, “Without us, right now, you’d all be speaking German and a little Japanese, perhaps,” betrays his ignorance of history. It was the Soviet forces that played a decisive role in World War II
Fri, Jan 23, 2026
January 07, 2026 18:45 IST
The real reason why Maduro was deposed lies in oil and petro-dollars. Venezuela, at 303 billion barrels (BB), has the world’s largest proven oil reserves
Wed, Jan 07, 2026
November 28, 2025 16:21 IST
The inculcation of religion and religious practice provides soldiers with a moral and ethical framework, fosters a sense of purpose, and helps build hope and resilience against stress, trauma, and the rigours of combat
Sun, Nov 30, 2025
November 12, 2025 12:51 IST
This terror act has set off the usual refrain of 'intelligence failure.' However, we need to recognise that India’s intelligence and security agencies, which work unsung, have a commendable record in foiling hundreds of such plots
Wed, Nov 12, 2025
November 04, 2025 16:39 IST
Washington’s concern is that although China’s nuclear arsenal remains smaller in number, it now possesses significant and credible strategic deterrence and response capabilities
Tue, Nov 04, 2025
October 03, 2025 15:57 IST
Situated north of Kabul in Parwan province, the air base can place US air power closer to western China much more than other plausible locations, especially in the Gulf
Fri, Oct 03, 2025
September 05, 2025 13:38 IST
Weapons on display underscore that the PLA is not only catching up with the US military but is assiduously preparing for future warfare
Fri, Sep 05, 2025
August 21, 2025 06:55 IST
Better ties with China can help India build its own economic and military strength.
Fri, Aug 22, 2025
July 15, 2025 12:26 IST
Air India crash report analysis 2025: On Jan 17, 2019, both engines of a Boeing 787-8 of All-Nippon Airways flight NH-985 had similarly shut down after a fuel cutoff just as it touched down; it continued to roll and, on stopping, had to be towed
Tue, Jul 15, 2025
June 18, 2025 14:32 IST
While the UAE and Saudi Arabia have invested in new pipelines to allow some quantity to bypass the Strait, other countries (Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Iran) have no alternative routes
Wed, Jun 18, 2025
May 31, 2025 11:44 IST
India must refine its education system, inspire innovation, and develop a military-industrial base with coherent manufacturing strategies for developing cutting-edge, future-ready technologies
Sat, May 31, 2025
April 23, 2025 17:12 IST
There appears to be an attempt to internationalise the Kashmir issue, at a time when PM Modi was visiting Saudi Arabia, V-P Vance is in India, Pakistan is in throes of internal turmoil and economic freefall
Wed, Apr 23, 2025
April 11, 2025 12:38 IST
The evolution of space as a theatre for warfare and defence emphasises the need for more space-based assets for armed forces. CDS Anil Chauhan is correct in highlighting that
Fri, Apr 11, 2025
March 20, 2025 18:33 IST
The continuation of land and air wars, albeit with restrictions on attacks on energy infrastructure, is unlikely to reduce the intensity of fighting
Thu, Mar 20, 2025
March 04, 2025 17:34 IST
Just two days back, the defence secretary ordered the US Cyber Command to pause offensive cyber-operations against Russia
Tue, Mar 04, 2025
February 18, 2025 16:39 IST
The F-35 is reportedly the world’s most technologically advanced fighter aircraft. But the days of piloted fighter aircraft are numbered and the future envisages unmanned aircraft
Sat, Aug 23, 2025



