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Syed Ata Hasnain, a retired lieutenant-general, is a former commander of the Srinagar-based 15 Corps. He is also associated with the Vivekananda International Foundation and the Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies.
    An Indian fighter jet flies over a mountain range near Leh, the joint capital of the union territory of Ladakh. AP PhotoOpinion
    Syed Ata Hasnain | Reset Sino-Indian ties: A long road lies ahead

    There appears to be a long haul staring us in the face, and it needs a quick but detailed think through

    24 Jun 2020 4:43 PM IST

    Representational image (AFP)Opinion
    Despite Covid, no halt in Pak's J&K mischief Published May 4, 2020,...

    Pakistan claimed an OIC foreign ministers' meeting in April 2020 in Islamabad to discuss J&K had been promised

    4 May 2020 7:02 PM IST

    Ashraf Ghani (Photo: AP)Opinion
    Taliban accord won't be easy to implement

    Around 5,000 Taliban prisoners will be released immediately; like the 1,000 held by the Taliban.

    5 March 2020 2:14 AM IST

    The Indian Army Corps of Signals contingent led by Captain Tanya Shergil marches during the 71st Republic Day Parade at Rajpath in New Delhi (Photo: PTI)Opinion
    Army's women: On way towards full acceptance

    A more nuanced explanation is perhaps that WOs today don't wish to be seen as only seeking pensions, but look towards...

    29 Feb 2020 7:08 AM IST

    Picture of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) facility destroyed by Indian Ar Force strikes in Balakot, Pakistan.(Photo: ANI)Opinion
    A year after Pulwama, it's time for outreach in J&K

    In the case of the Balakot strike, it assiduously launched a disinformation campaign that there was no impact of the...

    14 Feb 2020 2:23 AM IST

    Qassem SoleimaniOpinion
    Iran's links in India: Is there a need to worry?

    It's a relevant observation and Shia dynamics in India would need to be analysed for correct deductions.

    7 Feb 2020 1:45 AM IST

    General Qasem Soleimani (Photo: AP)Opinion
    Mideast gets breather amid US-Iran standoff

    With the kind of passion generated by Iranian nationalism there was a range of options which analysts were assessing...

    11 Jan 2020 12:36 AM IST

    Newly-appointed Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Bipin Rawat arrives for a joint military guard of honour after assuming charge in New Delhi on Wednesday. (Photo: AP)Opinion
    India gets CDS at last: A role that will evolve

    The need was felt for a single-point strategic military adviser to the government.

    3 Jan 2020 6:35 AM IST

    Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan (Photo: AP)Opinion
    Islamic world's schisms grow, to affect India too

    The one impression of Pakistan that I have always persisted with has been a high regard for its senior diplomats.

    28 Dec 2019 1:58 AM IST

    General Qamar Bajwa. (Photo: AP)Opinion
    How Bajwa affair may impact politics in Pakistan

    First is the attempted perpetuation of status quo.

    6 Dec 2019 2:56 AM IST

    Army soldiers stand guard near the Line of Control in Poonch. (Photo: PTI)Opinion
    Reach out to J&K's populace, ease Net curbs; but keep LoC vigil tight

    From a comprehensive national security perspective, this needs examination in domains which usually constitute such a...

    13 Nov 2019 12:51 AM IST

    With tourist trails having been introduced, from Siachen Base Camp right up to the glaciers central location, a flavour of peace and tranquility appears to be added to Siachen.Opinion
    Why Siachen glacier is vital to India's defence

    Only few in India have had the opportunity to examine the Siachen glacier both on the ground and in detail on maps.

    26 Oct 2019 1:26 AM IST

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