Internal Security
China’s Claim on Arunachal Pradesh: Local Perspectives
Issue Brief tries to establish an understanding of local perspectives on the Chinese claim. It also details the challenges that have been afflicting the state over the years namely related to governance, rivers, and border security....
The Need for Declassification of War Histories and other Documents
Civil society in general and the strategic community in particular must demand the release of documents pertaining to India’s security.
Is India’s Transport Infrastructure Prepared for the Eastern Front?
It is imperative that the transport connectivity in the Northeast be strengthened by the establishment of railway networks in the hinterland, by the timely construction of roads that extend to the borders, and by expediting the construction of bridges.
‘Golden Corridor’ Turning into Maoist Hub
The urban presence and activities of Naxalites of the Communist Party of India (Maoist) [CPI (Maoist], or Maoists, in short, is fast picking pace.
Arming the Unarmed
Given lack of training, combat exposure and expertise in use of weapons, SPOs are unlikely to be effective even in the defensive line of action.
‘Peace Talks’ in Assam’s Post Election Scenario
Returning for a third consecutive term the Tarun Gogoi government in Assam should now confront and resolve the sensitive Internal Security Challenges from the perspective of ‘peace talks’ as against the victims’ right to justice
Economic Potential of Northeast India: An Asset or Threat?
Although the causes of insurgency in the region have been primarily political, the ambiguity related to its economic potential has added fuel to the turmoil.
Understanding the Maoist Challenge through the Development Debate
The sense of a liberated zone is apparent as one enters Chitrakonda, with three storey tombs painted in red with the comrades’ name and a hammer and sickle dotting the arid landscape.
Securing the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The Andaman and Nicobar islands are of immense strategic significance for India.
al Qaeda: Beyond Osama-bin Laden
The death of Osama bin laden, is not the end of al Qaeda. It may disable it, but will not kill ‘al Qaeda the idea or movement’. We need to remember that bin Laden and al Qaeda articulated a political grievance which will not disappear with his elimination. The 'war of ideas' is still on.
