LoginSOUTH ASIA DEFENCE & STRATEGIC REVIEW
South Asia Defence & Strategic Review is a bi-monthly magazine focussing on issues related to Geostrategy, Military Technology, Defence and Strategic Affairs and their impact on South Asian Region. The aim of the magazine is to help shape policies and spread awareness amongst our readers on such matters in the region.
Started in March 2007, the magazine provides a 360-degree view of the latest developments and key issues in the defence and security domain. Over the years the magazine has carved out a large subscriber base in the Indian Subcontinent and rest of the world. The readership is amongst the uniformed communities, Ministries of Defence and External Affairs, think tanks, military analysts, educational and training institutions.
Our contributors include luminaries in the field of defence & strategy with military experts forming the core of our editorial team.
CURRENT ISSUE
Geostrategy
13What to buy from Putin? A Weapons Wishlist
On the eve of Putin’s visit – a few suggestions on what India should seek from Russia
28Putin’s Shadow Game: Testing NATO’s Nerves in the Gray Zone
Ukraine-Russia War is not just limited to the war zone, it has larger implications for Europe
31Kabul Quagmire
Deteriorating Afghanistan- Pakistan relationship and its impact on India
40Turbulence on The Flanks
India’s neighborhood is in a state of chaos. Not just Pakistan and Bangladesh, but Nepal too is suffering.
47RELOS
The logistics agreement between India and Russia has been ratified by the Duma on the eve of Putin’s visit to India.
50Pakistan’s Ban of Tehreek-E-Labbaik Pakistan: Shattered Sunni Barelvi Dreams
A commentary on how Paksitan’s moderate Barelvis have been targeted and sidelined and the policy’s implications
Military Affairs
12Stop Press
Indian Navy Charts a New Maritime Vision - Key Takeaways from Admiral Tripathi’s Briefing
16Reform to Transform
The Army Chief’s Vision for a Modern, Multi-Domain Indian Army
18Mechanised Forces Seminar
A detailed report on the symposium with lasting takeaways
44Waging a Dangerous Peace
The proposed Peace agreement by the US may not really usher in peace in Ukraine
53In The Army Religion Unites and not Divides
Indian army follows a strict code – duty first, religion personal
Military Technology
36India’s Defence Industrial Mindset needs a Rethink
Indian military industry needs to innovate and not just replicate the West
38The Indian Military Must Demand the Best, Not the Bare Minimum
Indigenisation is a just aspiration, but the military must demand the Best and the industry must rise to the occasion
56Navigating the Digital Tides The Evolution of Cyber Warfare in Naval Strategy
Significance of cyber warfare in the maritime domain
Regular Features
60Zvi Zamir: The Lion who Watched while others Slept
A brief biography of Maj Gen Zvi Zamir who headed Mossad during a tumultuous time
Interviews
Contributors
LT GEN SYED ATA HASNAIN
PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM & BAR (Retd)
is an eminent writer and speaker. He is a Distinguished Fellow of Vivekananda Foundation. The General is a former Military Secretary and GOC of two of India’s most important Corps.
LT GEN JP SINGH
PVSM, AVSM (Retd)
former Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (P&S) is presently a Senior Advisor with DRDO. A cavalry officer, JP is one of the few who understand users’ requirements, state of R&D and the entire industrial landscape in India.
VICE ADMIRAL PRADEEP CHAUHAN
AVSM**, VSM, IN (Retd)
was the Navy’s first Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Foreign Cooperation and Intelligence) and later, Chief of Staff, Western Naval Command. A prolific writer, he retired as the Commandant, Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala.
LT GEN VINOD BHATIA
PVSM, AVSM, SM (Retd)
is Director, Centre for Joint Warfare Studies. He is the former DG Infantry and DG Military Operations
LT GEN ARUN SAHNI
PVSM, UYSM, SM, VSM
is a former GOC in C of the South Western Command who served the Indian Army with great distinction. A renowned speaker on contemporary issues, General Sahni is an Artillery officer who played a leading role in modernisation of Indian Artillery.
AIR MARSHAL ANIL CHOPRA
PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM (Retd),
is a pioneer of the Mirage 2000 fleet. He commanded two operational bases and the IAF’s Flight Test Centre ASTE. He is a former member of AFT Lucknow.
LT GEN SHOKIN CHAUHAN
PVSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, VSM (Retd)
had an illustrious career in the army. He commanded the prestigious 1 Corps and was the DG Assam Rifles.
LT GEN AB SHIVANE
PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd)
had a very distinguished career in the Indian Army. He commanded 1 Corps and retired as the DG Mechanised Forces. He is a Senior Advisor to OFB.
DR VIJAY SAKHUJA
is an expert on maritime affairs and is a former Director, National Maritime Foundation, New Delhi.
LT GEN NB SINGH
VSM, (Retd)
former DG EME is presently a member of Armed Forces Tribunal, Jabalpur
LT GEN B S PAWAR (RETD)
is a former ADG Army Aviation and Commandant, School of Artillery.
LT GEN (DR) V K SAXENA
PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd)
is the former Director General of Army Air Defence
LT GEN BALBIR SINGH SANDHU (RETD)
is a former DGST and writes frequently on military affairs
MAJ GEN VINOD SAIGHAL (RETD)
is the Executive Director of Eco Monitors Society.
Maj Gen Harvijay Singh (Retd)
Maj Gen Harvijay Singh, SM was the Additional Director General in Signals Directorate at the Army HQ. He is a prolific writer.
COL MICHAEL PADGETT (RETD)
is a former AD, Ordnance and Acquisition Corps officer of the US Army.
AJAY SINGH
is an expert on security matters and has authored three books and over 170 articles for various journals. He writes and speaks extensively on geo-politics and contemporary warfare.
BRIG ARVIND THAKUR
a retired Cavalry Officer of the Indian Army is a graduate of the US Army War College.
Brig P Binuraj
is a retired Gunner Officer who was Director Operations in Artillery Directorate and commanded an Artillery Brigade. He is an alumni of College of Defence Management and Indian Institute of Foreign Trade.
