Posted inFirst Person
Not All PoWs Return Safe Like Abhinandan Varthaman: The Case of Captain Gurung
Captain Vijender Singh Gurung was captured by Pakistan during the 1971 war. He spent nearly 13 months in captivity. This is his story.
Posted inPOV
Homosexuality is Not a Crime. Time to Ask, “But What about Our Soldiers at the Border”?
The jawan’s plight is of great relevance to every problem plaguing the country from black money to AFSPA – every problem, except those that directly affect the life of the jawan. Serving in the forces requires the strength to forego many of the freedoms that the rest of us enjoy. But how is it acceptable to snatch away a person’s freedom to love?
Posted inSports
Why MS Dhoni Should be Allowed to Keep the Gloves
For once, there seems to be a hot-button issue that doesn’t divide but unites the country instead. And frankly, MS Dhoni’s decision to pay tribute to the armed forces with the insignia on his gloves is preferable to the alternative – a soulless corporation’s logo on his apparel.
Posted inGender
Lead Like a Woman: The Officers In Charge of This Year’s Republic Day Parade
From the first woman adjutant to lead Republic Day processions, to the first to join the Daredevils Motorcycle Team, tomorrow’s parade will feature dozens of Army women who have shattered the glass ceiling with their achievements. Here are a few names to look out for.
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How a Seagull Saved a Navy Pilot Who Crash-Landed in the Sea
A crash-landing in the Arabian Sea brought together two seafaring flyers in the most extraordinary circumstances.
