The writer is a retired chief of naval staff.
August 14, 2023 07:00 IST
Former defence chiefs’ visit to Taiwan signals mutuality of interests, must not be overread
Sun, Aug 13, 2023July 24, 2023 07:30 IST
India and Pakistan need to urgently initiate a dialogue on nuclear weapons, insulate it from the vagaries of politics, reduce mutual suspicion and enhance transparency
Mon, Jul 24, 2023June 29, 2023 06:53 IST
Not only should we expect the US to adopt a ‘transactional’ approach and strike deals that buttress its interests, but we must reciprocate by seeking to advance our own national interests at every step
Thu, Jun 29, 2023June 16, 2023 07:07 IST
With China’s belligerence showing no signs of abating, the prospect of a ‘path-breaking’ defence-industrial partnership with the US is to be welcomed
Fri, Jun 16, 2023May 26, 2023 07:00 IST
The islands offer a springboard from where Delhi can project power, exert influence, strike friendships in its eastern neighbourhood.
Fri, May 26, 2023May 02, 2023 07:00 IST
It is time for India to adopt a ‘whole of government’ approach so that trade, commerce, and diplomacy can be synergised, to leverage the acquisition of military technology that will make us truly atmanirbhar in the long run
Tue, May 02, 2023April 10, 2023 07:32 IST
China owns the world's largest deep-water fishing fleet, which also serves as a maritime militia assisting the Chinese navy and coast guard. India too must raise its own fleet and build modern harbours to further its economic and security goals
Wed, Apr 12, 2023February 09, 2023 07:04 IST
The initiative could catalyse Indo-US technology cooperation by persuading Washington to lift existing export control restrictions, and encouraging the private sector of both countries to cooperate in sensitive sectors including defence. But Atmanirbharta must remain India's ultimate aim
Thu, Feb 09, 2023January 16, 2023 07:05 IST
Some recent decisions of the government like deviating from the “seniority-cum-merit” principle for promotion from the pool of C-in-Cs to the post of chief risk exposing the forces to political partisanship
Mon, Jan 16, 2023December 19, 2022 14:01 IST
Arun Prakash and Ashok Hukku write: The December 9 clash should serve as a harsh reminder of the close call that today’s Arunachal Pradesh had in 1962
Wed, Dec 21, 2022December 03, 2022 07:26 IST
The navy’s role must be spelt out, and its force architecture defined as well as funded, accordingly. This can happen only if the national security elite conceives a comprehensive “maritime vision”, and articulate it in a “National Strategy for Maritime Security”
Sun, Dec 04, 2022October 31, 2022 03:48 IST
Contrary to popular impression, the appointment of a CDS did not call for the immediate creation of theatre commands
Tue, Nov 01, 2022October 05, 2022 04:15 IST
While repeatedly demonstrating its penchant for “salami-slicing”, at sea as well as on land, China continues to stake its claim to Arunachal Pradesh as “Southern Tibet.” Its determined hostility to India in international forums leaves little room for the hope that “strategic patience” will resolve bilateral problems.
Wed, Oct 05, 2022August 10, 2022 03:50 IST
Arun Prakash writes: India's response to presence of Chinese military vessels in Indian Ocean needs to be more calibrated
Wed, Aug 10, 2022June 20, 2022 14:22 IST
Arun Prakash writes: Turmoil points to two larger absences: India doesn't have a National Security Doctrine. Armed forces have remained outside ambit of reform.
Tue, Jun 21, 2022June 05, 2022 15:46 IST
Arun Prakash writes: With discontent at home and a dented image abroad, it is time for India’s political class to rise above party politics and privilege national interests
Mon, Jun 06, 2022May 16, 2022 05:32 IST
Arun Prakash writes: India should seek a foreign collaborator to make necessary adjustments, conduct collaborative trials.
Mon, May 16, 2022March 21, 2022 03:20 IST
Genuine indigenisation in defence technologies, manufacturing will ensure its strategic autonomy
Mon, Mar 21, 2022February 14, 2022 03:18 IST
India must shed naive optimism and halt China’s covert but steady haemorrhaging of Indian territory
Thu, Feb 24, 2022January 22, 2022 03:28 IST
🔴 Arun Prakash writes: The protests over the move reflect a deep schism in India’s socio-political landscape
Sat, Jan 22, 2022December 03, 2021 04:00 IST
🔴 Arun Prakash writes: India has neither the economic wherewithal nor the need to compete in a naval arms race with China. But we do need to ensure adequate naval capability to safeguard our vital interests
Fri, Dec 03, 2021September 21, 2021 04:00 IST
Arun Prakash writes: If realpolitik so demands, it must break old shibboleths and strike new partnerships — wherever there is convergence of interests.
Wed, Sep 22, 2021August 11, 2021 03:01 IST
Arun Prakash writes: The conundrum that needs to be resolved is the IAF’s certainty about the indivisibility of air power, versus the army and navy’s belief that aviation must be available at their disposal.
Thu, Aug 12, 2021June 21, 2021 03:40 IST
Arun Prakash writes: Naval power will play a decisive role in India-China rivalry. But India needs greater vision, realistic targets and proper implementation to achieve its maritime goals.
Mon, Jun 21, 2021April 12, 2021 03:00 IST
Not only has the US risked alienating an ally, it has also highlighted the rich irony of its position in citing the third UN Conference on Law of the Seas without having ratified it.
Mon, Apr 12, 2021