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Articles on National Security
Hybrid & Proxy Warfare
Context Recently, the Union Defence Minister emphasized that India’s fight against terrorism is now part of its National Defence Doctrine, reinforcing its commitment to eliminating hybrid and proxy threats. Understanding Proxy Warfare: Indirect Conflict Through Third Parties Proxy warfare involves state or non-state actors supporting armed groups or insurgencies to achieve strategic objectives without direct involvement. India has consistently faced cross-border terrorism, with Pakistan-backed g
Psychological Warfare
Context Pakistan is indulging in psychological warfare with the spread of misinformation across social media platforms aimed at misrepresenting India’s military actions and preparedness. Psychological Warfare Psychological warfare involves the planned use of propaganda and other psychological operations to influence the opinions, emotions, attitudes, and behavior of opposition groups. Propaganda: Spreading biased or misleading information to shape public opinion or sow confusion.
Need For National Security Doctrine in India
India’s national security landscape is evolving rapidly, with geopolitical tensions, border conflicts, and emerging cyber threats necessitating a comprehensive security doctrine.
Terror Financing
In News India has intensified its efforts to combat terror financing and actively engage with international financial institutions to curb the misuse of such funds in supporting terrorist activities. More about the News India is urging institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, and Asian Development Bank (ADB) to review their financial aid to Pakistan to ensure that development funds are not diverted towards financing terrorism. India is advocating for Pakistans re-entr
Pahalgam Terror Attack: Challenges and the Road Ahead
The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam poses challenges to India on multiple fronts by threatening the economic revival and normalisation efforts, and underscores long-standing lapses in intelligence and security measures.
Terror Attack In Pehalgam
In News A terror attack happened in the Baisaran Valley (meadows) often called mini Switzerland, near the town of Pahalgam in the Anantnag district. What is TRF? The Resistance Front or TRF was founded in October 2019, after India bifurcated Jammu and Kashmir, and abrogated Article 370 that gave special status to the erstwhile State.
Naxalmukt Bharat Abhiyan: From Red Zones to Growth Corridors
Context India has made significant strides in curbing Left Wing Extremism, with a sharp decline in affected districts, violence, and Naxalite presence. What is the Naxalite Movement? Origin: The Naxalite movement began in 1967 in Naxalbari, West Bengal, as a radical leftist uprising championing the rights of tribal and landless communities.
Electronic Surveillance System in JK Border
Context The Union Home Minister announced two models of an electronic surveillance system along the Jammu Kashmir border. About Technology is expected to be deployed along the entire India-Pakistan border in the next four years. The Union Home Minister acknowledged that while terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir is reduced, it is not fully eliminated.
Battling Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing
In a recent address at the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Private Sector Collaborative Forum, the Governor of RBI emphasized the need for a balanced approach in combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
India’s Global Push for SFJ Ban
At the Raisina Dialogue 2025, India reiterated its demand to ban SFJ (Sikh For Justice) globally, especially in the US New Zealand.
MHA To Review AFSPA in the Northeast
The Union Home Ministry is currently reviewing the extent of AFSPA coverage in the states of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Assam.
Internal Security of India: Introduction
Introduction Internal security encompasses the safeguarding of public order and stability within the territorial boundaries of a country. It involves countering challenges and threats that arise...