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‘Can’t study much, so badly need military job’: Story behind Agnipath protests in Agra region

In Jat-dominated Chaharbatti, where military service is a tradition, many say they're not prepared to face uncertainities that await them once they exit the armed forces after 4 years.

Modi govt’s deepest damage isn’t Hindu-Muslim divide but PM’s ‘mogic’ dumbing us down

The current debate on Agnipath illustrates 'mogic' at work, just as it did during demonetisation, Covid lockdown and the 2020 farm laws.

Agnipath is directed correctly. But Modi govt needs Amit Shah to budge

To make the MHA change its stance is a political responsibility, utilising the short-service prescription optimally a military responsibility. Both must be done.

Throwback to fabled 1992 rescue op as tourists saved from dangling cable car in Himachal

A joint operation by IAF & Army, made famous by heroics of para commando Col. Ivan Joseph Crasto, saved 10 lives in 1992 when cable car was stuck 1,500 ft above ground near Parwanoo town.

Agnipath an ember that can consume India. Why it’s an invitation to civil war

The Agnipath scheme poses threat to the Indian national State itself as it can disperse violence and weaponry back to the social order.

Schemes like Agnipath must go to test beds first. They shake up the entire system

The scheme is being introduced full-fledged at a time when the country is in a standoff with China. The Russian experience in Ukraine isn’t encouraging.

Don’t use security excuse – Keeping armed forces under RTI helps soldiers and veterans

The armed forces account for nearly 15 per cent of India’s annual expenditure. RTI Act is a precious tool to keep a check on corruption in procurements, constructions and defence deals.

Only dialogue, not Army, can stop targeting of Kashmiri Pandits. But make J&K a state first

The restoration of statehood to J&K at an ‘appropriate time’ has been promised by the BJP in Parliament. That must be the first step before dialogue starts.

7 soldiers dead, 19 injured after army vehicle falls into Shyok river in Ladakh

A party of 26 soldiers was being moved from a transit camp in Partapur near Siachen to a forward location in sub-sector Hanif.

American SiG Sauer rifle fine for Army—for now. Indian firms should be Modi govt’s priority

The repeat order of SiG 716 rifles from the US shows that Army is in desperate need of modern rifles. But the govt shouldn't depend on foreign supplies too much.

On Camera

Why Modi’s supporters fear ‘proud Hindu’ MK Gandhi and venerate his murderer Godse

Every Gandhi Jayanti, we witness a contradiction in Hindutva position — PM Modi hails ‘beloved Bapu’ while his supporters attack and abuse him.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.