June 30, 2021

History of the CPC and its leaders – and Pre…

As per traditional Chinese belief, it is the „mandate of heaven‟ (tianming) that gives an individual the right to rule. While a capable ruler would be allowed to govern with a renewed mandate, it

February 15, 2021

Expert: Why Kailash Range Matters

The Kailash Range was the theatre of conflict during the 1962 Chinese offensive, with key battles at Rezang La and Gurung Hill. In 2020, Indian troops secured Kailash Ridge in an operation that took

September 25, 2012

Mirror Reflection

During the course of service, one had the honour of hoisting the national flag in some of the remotest parts of our country: Tiger Saddle (20,000 feet plus) on the northern edge of Siachen,