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Deciphering the Grey Zone
Col Vikrant S Shinde
This paper critically examines the evolving concept of the ‘Grey Zone’ in conflict dynamics, contextualising its impact in the context of India’s security challenges.
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New Frontiers in China’s Military Organisation
Building India's Data Centres
State of India's Geospatial Portals
AI-Based Facial Recognition Technology in Operational Policing
Economic and Security Implications of Pakistan's Cryptocurrency Push
Deciphering the Grey Zone
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