Operation Sindoor: Redefining Notion of Victory in the Modern Limited Wars
Icon-download Abstract The April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack marked a watershed moment in India’s evolving counterterrorism and strategic doctrine. Traditional paradigms of victory—measured in territorial acquisition and enemy attrition—have become obsolete in the age of multidomain conflict. Today, psychological dominance, strategic signalling, narrative warfare, and escalatory control define success. Operation Sindoor reveals India’s transition toward […]
India’s Bold New Doctrine: Turning ‘Act of Terror = Act of War’ Into Reality
Icon-download Introduction As the cinders of Op Sindoor seemed to settle down, the Indian Government made a powerful and bold declaration: “An act of Terror is an Act of War1 .” For a nation straddled nearly for four decades by Proxy War waged by Pakistan, this was more than just a statement2 , it was […]
Military Leadership Challenges: Navigating Complexities of 21st Century
Introduction Military leadership in the 21st century presents a multitude of intricate and multifarious challenges that necessitate character, flexibility, creativity, intellectual superiority, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. The ever-evolving global and regional landscape, in conjunction with shifting societal norms and technological advancements, compels military commanders to chart unexplored territory while upholding the values of […]
