Kashmir needs an altered approach Kashmir needs an altered approach 16 Apr 19 Prior to the commencement of the first round of polling in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, political parties devoted most of their energy exploiting sentiments of local voters only to garner votes and grab power. There was a special reference to Kashmir in the manifestos of the […]
https://cenjows.gov.in/article-detail?id=156 US and Pak: the double game CENJOWS 15 Apr 19 Afghanistan has led to a blow-hot, blow-cold relationship between the US and Pak. From the start the US was aware of Pak’s role in supporting the Taliban and al Qaeda. However, it continued to fund Pak hoping it would change its stance. The result was the funding provided by […]
http://www.rakshaknews.com/vishesh/afspa-once-again-created-the-center-of-debate AFSPA once again the focus of debate (English Version) Rakshak News 10 Apr 19 In its manifesto under Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress stated that the ‘Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) and Disturbed area act will be reviewed. Suitable changes will be made in the text of the laws to balance the requirements of security and the protection […]
Elections and Kashmir political parties Elections and Kashmir political parties 11 Apr 19 As Lok Sabha elections draw close, Kashmir based political parties play to the galleries. There is no concern by any of them on the impact that their statements will have on the long term. Most see the short-term desire for gaining votes and winning seats. Their anti-India […]
https://www.thequint.com/voices/opinion/congress-bjp-manifestos-2019-elections-national-security-kashmir Congress, BJP manifestos on national security: Pacifism vs nationalism The Quint 09 Apr 19 With elections drawing close, political parties have released their manifestoes projecting for the nation their promises in the years ahead. How many promises would be kept, how many ignored, remains a mute question. The Congress Manifesto, titled, ‘Hum Nibhayenge’ was released on 02 Apr, while […]
Armed forces should not be politicised Armed Forces should not be politicized 09 Apr 19 In the forthcoming elections the BJP is unashamedly politicizing the armed forces, while accusing others of resorting to the same. It initially had election posters featuring Wing Commander Abhinandan and the Pulwama martyrs alongside those of Modi. It was the Election Commission (EC) which objected, […]
https://cenjows.gov.in/article-detail?id=155 One border, one force, one ministry CENJOWS 08 Apr 19 There have been two recent announcements by the MHA which indicates lack of clarity and strategic foresight in matters pertaining to national security. The first is its intention of moving the Coast Guard from the MoD to under its control, a proposal for which has been forwarded to the […]
Pakistan had to lie after the air strike Fauji India magazine Apr 2019 The Indian government responded to the Pulwama attack by launching its air power across the Line of Control (LoC) deep into Pak. For over three decades India had been suffering Pak supported terror attacks as it sought to avoid escalation. Post every terror strike, Pak played the […]
National Security Aspects In Political Manifesto’s – An Analysis National security aspects in political manifesto’s News4Masses 04 Apr 19 The Congress recently released its manifesto for the forthcoming elections. While the manifesto is aimed at garnering public support there are aspects which pertain to national security which need a detailed analysis. The analysis is not to question the claims by […]
http://www.rakshaknews.com/vishesh/why-not-discuss-national-security-in-electoral-debates Nation security debates must be part of election discussions (English Version) Rakshak News 03 Apr 19 There is a vast difference in views of political parties when it comes to national security and the armed forces. The Congress claims it acted against Pakistan during its tenure in the centre, however never broadcasted the same. The BJP, on the other […]