Neeraj Mahajan

–The writer is a seasoned media professional with over three decades of experience in print, electronic, and web media. He is presently Editor of Taazakhabar News. The views expressed are of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of Raksha Anirveda

The Business of War: How Conflicts Fuel Economic Growth

Wars, despite their destructive nature, have historically played a significant role in stimulating economies. While the human cost of war is indisputable, the economic impact of conflicts can often result in increased production, innovation,...

Sky Warriors: The History Behind the Evolution of the Indian Air Force

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is committed to safeguarding the nation's skies and contributing to its defence and strategic objectives. Established on 8 October, 1932, the IAF has evolved from a modest auxiliary force...

Nepal – A Safe-Haven for International Spy Agencies

The Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal strategically located between India and China is a safe haven for international spying, intelligence gathering as well as transit point for illegal activities like money laundering, smuggling and distribution...

Project Udbhav: Invoking the Past to Meet the Demands of the Future Battlefield

Mahabharata, the Indian Hindu epic offers the first written discussions of a “just war” - dharma-yuddha or “righteous war”. It raises the most pertinent question – can the suffering caused by war be justified....

25 Years of Kargil War – A Defining Moment in Indian History

July 26, 2024, marks the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War. This day, known as Kargil Vijay Diwas, is commemorated to honour the brave Indian soldiers who fought tooth and nail and sacrificed their...

P-8I Poseidon – Indian Navy’s Versatile Long Range Maritime Patrol (LRMP) Aircraft

The P-8I Poseidon long-range maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft is the Indian Navy’s backbone for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), as well as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. One of the most...

Chinese PLA’s 100th Anniversary in 2027: Implications for India

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) , the armed wing of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the principal military force of the People's Republic of China has undergone significant transformations since its inception in...

Machines Might Replace up to a Quarter of Human Troops on the Battlefield by 2030

The landscape of warfare is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Machines such as drones and robots are projected to replace up to a quarter of the human troops in combat roles by 2030. Already armies all...

50th Anniversary of Operation Smiling Buddha – A Landmark in Indian History

On May 18, 1974, at 8.05 AM IST India successfully carried out its first nuclear test codenamed "Operation Smiling Buddha" at the Pokhran Test Range in Rajasthan. This operation was a significant milestone in...

Unit 61398: Inside China’s State-Sponsored Cyber Warfare

FBI Director Christopher Wray dropped a bomb shell during a House hearing in Washington DC on April 11, 2024 when he claimed that China was developing the ability to physically wreak havoc on critical US...

Durga – 2: A New Ray of Hope for the Indian Ballistic Missile Defence?

From Sci-Fi to Reality, DRDO is in the advanced stages of developing a high-energy laser weapon system called Durga 2 (Directionally Unrestricted Ray-Gun Array). The Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences and Laser...

Exercise Steadfast Defender 24: NATO’s Largest Military Exercise Since World War II

Steadfast Defender 24 (STDE24) - a large-scale military exercise being conducted from January 22nd to May 31st, 2024 in several countries, including Finland, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Sweden,...

The Mystery Behind Battle Tank Names

Guess what Arjun, Bhishma, Abrams, Panzer, Patton, Stuart, and Sherman have in common? Well, all of them were battle tanks named after legendary historical figures. Throughout history many tanks have been named after famous...
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