Category: Terrorism

Is India Defence Self-Reliance Under Siege? How Emergency Buys and Bureaucratic Loopholes Undermine Local Military Industries

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The introduction of the Buy (Indian–IDDM) category aimed to promote self-reliance in India’s defense sector. However, a decade later, urgency in procurement, spurred by mechanisms like Emergency Procurement, has diluted original intentions, favoring imports over innovation. Reforms are necessary to ensure genuine support for indigenous defense firms and maintain strategic autonomy.

India Army, Assam Rifles, Manipur Police Conduct Successful Joint Operations, Apprehend Insurgents, and Seize Weapons

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Between October 12 and 19, 2025, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles, in collaboration with Manipur Police, conducted intelligence-led operations in several Manipur districts, apprehending four insurgents and recovering 12 weapons. These efforts highlight the commitment to restoring peace and stability in the region through coordinated counter-insurgency measures.

208 Maoists, Including 110 Women, Surrender in Bastar: Biggest Blow Yet to Naxal Movement in Chhattisgarh

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On October 17, 2025, 208 Maoist cadres surrendered in Chhattisgarh, marking the largest single-day surrender in the state. Led by commander Rupesh, they turned in 153 weapons, symbolizing a significant blow to the CPI (Maoist) movement. The event highlighted the success of the government’s rehabilitation program and ongoing counter-insurgency efforts.

India Defence Ministry Removes Reference to Pakistan in Statement on Rajnath Talks With Pete Hegseth

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India’s Defence Ministry caused confusion by removing references to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism from a statement about Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s call with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The call emphasised India’s commitment to counter terrorism and cooperation in defence, but the omission raised concerns over the ministry’s communication effectiveness.

Lions, Shadows, and Silk Roads: How the Israel-Iran Clash Reshaped West Asia’s Strategic Chessboard

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By N. C. Bipindra for CIHS The Middle East was thrust into a dramatic escalation of hostilities as Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion,” a comprehensive preemptive military campaign against Iranian targets, taking out military and nuclear facilities, on June 13, 2025. The operation, which included airstrikes, cyberattacks, and […]

American Military Analyst on Operation Sindoor: Victory for India, Defeat for Pakistan, Loss for China Arms Industry

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By John Spencer India’s transformation into a modern defence power began in 2014, when Prime Minister Modi launched the “Make in India” initiative. The goal was clear: reduce dependence on foreign arms imports and build a world-class domestic defence industry. The policy incentivised joint ventures, opened the defence […]