In the mid-80s, after Operation Meghdoot commenced in Siachen Glacier, there were a number of small actions as India and Pakistan attempted to gain positions of advantage. Op HONDA was one such action, which prevented Pakistan from gaining dominance in the vital Bilafond La area. The position was so advantageous, that Pakistan attempted to wrest

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The life of a fighter pilot appears glamorous, as depicted in films like Top Gun, but there is always a greater risk, especially when flying older aircraft. In this article, the author narrates a live example of decision making in situations of risk. Every individual’s appetite for risk taking differs, it’s a personality trait. Some

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Capt YV Prasad, 1 PARA (SF) is one of the many ‘unknown soldiers’ martyred in operations in Sri Lanka. In this tribute, the author has woven together personal reminiscences of the martyr after compiling titbits from friends and family. An interesting insight into one of India’s Heroes. Yerramaneni Vijay Prasad (YV) hailed from Vellaturu in

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An interesting first person account of a less remembered humanitarian mission to Jaffna in June 1987. The nitty gritties in planning and executing this “Bread Bombing” gives us an insight into how military missions are coordinated amongst different agencies. 1300 hrs, on 04th Jun 1987. The normally sedate HAL airport is buzzing with activity. It

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