Strategic Analyst

https://www.aviation-defence-universe.com/brics-counters-western-isolation-of-russia-modi-xi-dialogue-marks-major-milestone/ BRICS Counters Western Isolation of Russia: Modi-Xi Dialogue Marks Major Milestone PM in a bilateral meeting with the President of the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Xi Jinping, on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit at Kazan, in Russia on October 23, 2024. By Jai Kumar Verma New Delhi. 29 October 2024. The news which caught global attention and universal eyeballs was the meeting between Modi and Xi at Kazan in Russia recently. And cupid was played by President Vladimir Putin, who had two good friends on each side and wanted them to come try and resolve their differences. A mediator whom neither could ignore nor suspect of vested interest. Russia’s old and strong ties with both India and China and it’s friend in need status, paved the way for this ice breaking. The President of Russian Federation, Mr. Vladimir Putin welcomes PM at the dinner hosted for B...

https://www.aviation-defence-universe.com/modis-sri-lanka-visit-strengthens-defence-and-energy-ties/ Modi’s Sri Lanka Visit Strengthens Defence and Energy Ties • Dissanayake assures “No hostile use of our land against India” • India-Sri Lanka Forge Stronger Strategic Bonds as Modi Secures Key Agreements By Jai Kumar Verma New Delhi. 17 April 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Sri Lanka marked a significant step in strengthening India-Sri Lanka ties, particularly in defence, energy, infrastructure, and trade. The visit reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s strategic role in India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and MAHASAGAR vision, emphasizing regional security and cooperation in the Indian Ocean. Seven key agreements were signed, including a landmark five-year defence cooperation pact, an India-UAE-Sri Lanka energy partnership, and infrastructure projects financed by India. A crucial highlight was Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s assurance that Sri Lanka would...

https://www.aviation-defence-universe.com/the-unlikely-spy-of-world-war-ii-noor-inayat-khan/ The Unlikely Spy of World War II: Noor Inayat Khan By Jai Kumar Verma New Delhi. 06 September 2024. In the annals of history, certain heroes stand out not just for their courage, but for their quiet dedication to a cause larger than themselves. Among these is Noor-un-Nisa Inayat Khan, an Indian-origin British spy whose extraordinary bravery during World War II has often gone unnoticed. Born into a royal lineage and raised in a family of musicians and mystics, Noor seemed an unlikely candidate for the perilous life of a secret agent. Yet, she became one of the most daring and resilient operatives for the Special Operations Executive (SOE), risking everything to aid the Resistance in Nazi-occupied France. This is the story of Princess Noor, the unsung heroine who defied the odds to become a symbol of courage and sacrifice. Noor was an incredible choice to operate as a spy in a hostile area bec...

https://www.aviation-defence-universe.com/elevated-partnership-diminished-aid-the-complex-outcome-of-hasinas-china-visit/ Podcast Elevated Partnership, Diminished Aid: The Complex Outcome of Hasina’s China Visit • Bangladesh Secures Strategic Partnership Upgrade with China • China to provide economic assistance of $137 million to Bangladesh • Bangladesh and China Sign Key Agreements Amid Unmet Expectations By Jai Kumar Verma New Delhi. 31 July 2024. During her recent visit to China, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh aimed to bolster bilateral ties and secure substantial economic assistance amidst challenging economic conditions at home. This marked her fifth visit to China as Prime Minister, underscoring the importance of the relationship between Dhaka and Beijing. The visit, however, was cut short, officially due to her daughter’s illness, though diplomatic insiders suggest other underlying reasons. Significant agreements were reached, including 21 agreements and the ele...

https://www.aviation-defence-universe.com/americas-greatest-spy-dmitri-polyakov-was-not-an-american/ America’s Greatest Spy Dmitri Polyakov, was not an American By JK Verma New Delhi. 15 March 2024. Major General Dmitri Polyakov who was a collector of shot guns and worked as one of an uppermost officer in GRU the Soviet military intelligence organisation, provided treasure of classified information to its rival Central Investigation Agency (CIA) of United States of America. He supplied information based on documents about rising differences between Russia and China. In 1972 President Nixon used this vital information while establishing contact with China. He gave names of few U.S. military officers who were working for the then Soviet Union. He also provided technical data of Soviet- manufactured anti-tank missiles which were very useful for U.S. forces when they invaded Iraq in 1991. U.S. forces knowing the technical details of Russian weapons supplied to Iraq planned the operation...