General Manoj Mukund Naravane on Protests, Agnipath and India’s Foreign Policy at KSLF 2026
Former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane discussed India’s foreign policy, public protests, the Agnipath scheme and defence self-reliance at KSLF 2026 in Kasauli. He stressed the need for dialogue, evidence-based policy changes, greater research investment and open channels of communication.
‘Improve Conditions First’: Ex-Army Chief Naravane on AFSPA
At the Khushwant Singh Lit Fest 2026 in Kasauli, former Army chief General Manoj Naravane said AFSPA is widely misunderstood. He argued that improving conditions should take priority over demands to repeal the law, stressing that the Army must operate within legal limits.
Mizoram Peace Accord at 40: Sanjoy Hazarika Questions Delhi’s Northeast Lens
Mizoram’s 1986 peace accord remains intact four decades after the agreement, author Sanjoy Hazarika said at the Khuswant Singh Lit Fest 2026 in Kasauli. He stressed the need to recognise peacebuilding, understand the region beyond security concerns, and acknowledge its social and political history.
Manipur Violence: Parliament’s Silence Broken Only by a Tragic Photo
At the 15th Khushwant Singh Lit Fest 2026 in Kasauli, journalist-author Hoihnu Hauzel questioned media coverage of Manipur violence, highlighting delayed parliamentary debate, misinformation, internet shutdowns and the struggles of displaced families.
Pedongi: The Indian Army Mule That Won the Vir Chakra
At Khushwant Singh Lit Fest 2026 in Kasauli, former Army Chief General MM Naravane recalled Pedongi, an Army mule that escaped Pakistani captivity during the 1971 war and returned to its unit carrying a machine gun and ammunition.
3 Innovas, 900-km Convoy: How Tiger Shroff’s Shooters Were Brought to Mumbai
In an intense 16-hour operation spanning Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra, Mumbai Police safely transported three suspects linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang accused of firing at actor Tiger Shroff’s car from Kota to Mumbai using multiple decoy vehicles and route switches.
CBI Takes Over Probe Into Anti-Drug Activist Parvinder Singh Jhota’s Murder
The Central Bureau of Investigation has taken over the probe into the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Punjab’s Mansa. A senior CBI team led by a DIG has reached the spot following intense political pressure and family demands.
Abhijeet Dipke, Neha Bora detained as Delhi Police block CJP’s Tiranga march
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and AISA president Neha Bora were detained in Delhi on 16 October as police tightened security ahead of the proposed ‘Lehra Do Tiranga’ march. The protest seeks Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over alleged electoral roll irregularities.
Maharashtra Government Declares Drought in 305 Talukas, Announces Rs 5,000 Diwali Bonus for Farmers
In a major relief ahead of Diwali, the Maharashtra government has declared drought in 305 talukas and announced a Rs 5,000 bonus for farmers facing crop loss and financial distress, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Wednesday.
Opposition, CJP Share Same Cause Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Abhijeet Dipke
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the detention of youth activists near Jantar Mantar, asserting that CJP remains an independent pressure group while sharing common ground with the INDIA bloc's stir against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
