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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Indian Army now using US-Israel style war tactics to understand what enemy like Asim Munir is thinking, reveals top Army official
Recently, the Indian Army has started using a modern war-planning approach known as red teaming to improve its preparedness and decision-making. Lieutenant General Sumer Ivan D'Cunha , in an interview with ANI, revealed that red teaming has already been used in a recent military campaign and is now being adopted more widely across the force. Responding to a question from the interviewer — "Do you study or try to understand the mindset of the person in charge on the other side — like General Munir? Do you conduct a psychological analysis of your adversary? Because predicting their next move is a major part of what the military is supposed to do, right? You have to anticipate how they're planning and what their intentions might be. Is that something you actively do?" Lt Gen D'Cunha, DGMO of Indian Army Air Defence said: 'The United States has long used red teaming, and Israel has applied it to some extent. In India, the Army has recently begun to implement this approach under the current and previous Chiefs of Army Staff.' Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category MBA Public Policy Data Analytics CXO Data Science PGDM Finance Design Thinking Artificial Intelligence Others Management Digital Marketing others Degree Data Science Project Management Leadership Product Management Operations Management Healthcare Cybersecurity Skills you'll gain: Financial Management Team Leadership & Collaboration Financial Reporting & Analysis Advocacy Strategies for Leadership Duration: 18 Months UMass Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) Starts on May 13, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills Financial Literacy Leadership and Management Skills Strategic Thinking Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Online MBA Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details What is red teaming? Red teaming involves forming a group within an organisation to challenge its own strategies and simulate an adversary's thinking. This structured method helps identify risks and weaknesses in plans by taking on the perspective of the opponent. Lt Gen D'Cunha described it as 'a fascinating concept increasingly being adopted by modern militaries, including India.' Also called 'devil's advocacy' or 'alternative analysis,' red teaming tests assumptions and strengthens strategic planning by thinking like the enemy. Also Read: Indian Coast Guard gets fast patrol vessel 'Atal' for guarding India's coastal borders Live Events How US, Israel use this tactic in war games The United States has long integrated red teaming into its military and intelligence planning, using dedicated red teams across the Department of Defense, CIA, and other agencies to simulate enemy actions and challenge strategic assumptions. These teams play a key role in war-gaming, threat assessments, and operational planning. In Israel, red teaming has been adopted selectively, particularly within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and intelligence services, to evaluate threats from non-state actors and regional adversaries. Both countries use red teaming to improve foresight, reduce blind spots, and enhance overall decision-making in complex security environments. Primary objectives of red teaming Lt Gen D'Cunha said the red team examines how adversaries are likely to think and act, including analysing the psychological impact of operations and potential outcomes such as civil unrest. 'This allows commanders to understand the possible consequences of their actions and prepare for future phases of a campaign,' he noted. Also Read: Pralay: DRDO tests 5,000 kg radar-evading ballistic missile that can be fired from a truck The key aims of red teaming include: Anticipating adversary intent: Understanding enemy capabilities and likely moves. Evaluating operational plans: Testing new tactics and command structures against simulated enemy responses. Testing readiness: Validating technical skills and training of the Indian forces under threat conditions. Avoiding mirror imaging: Preventing assumptions that the enemy will act the same way India would, which was a concern during the Kargil conflict. Applications in threat evaluation and planning Red teaming helps defence planners build a clearer picture of how opponents may operate. Some key applications include: Cognitive profiling: Understanding how adversaries make decisions to avoid faulty assumptions. Threat modelling: Re-creating enemy strategies to expose weak points in India's own defences. Adversary TTP simulation: Simulating enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to prepare countermeasures. System testing : Identifying gaps in defence infrastructure using red-team assessments. Incident response: Stress-testing military response systems in realistic war-like scenarios. Resource prioritisation: Allocating budgets and capabilities to areas where India is most vulnerable. Flexibility and adaptability: Key features of red teaming Red teaming allows the military to quickly adjust its planning as situations evolve. This approach uncovers risks that fixed strategies might overlook and leads to better-informed decisions. By building this method into planning processes, the Indian Army aims to strengthen its national security and long-term strategic advantage. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Stampede: Karnataka Cabinet to decide on Justice D'Cunha report on July 17
The Karnataka state Cabinet is scheduled to convene on July 17 to deliberate on the follow-up actions concerning Justice Michael D'Cunha's report, which investigates the tragic stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that resulted in 11 fatalities and numerous injuries. This incident occurred during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The state Cabinet will on July 17 decide follow-up actions on Justice Michael D'Cunha's report on the June 4 stampede outside of Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru that claimed 11 lives and left several people D'Cunha on Friday handed two-volume findings to chief minister Siddaramaiah into the circumstances that led to the stampede during the victory celebrations of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team winning the IPL finals The CM said he has not read the report in full, and the Cabinet will take a call after discussing the after the tragedy, the CM suspended five police officers including Bengaluru City Police Commissioner B this week, the High Court had asked the state government not to file a chargesheet in connection with the FIR registered against the RCB's franchise, DNA Entertainment Network and Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) without its permission.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
RCB stampede probe: Judicial commission gets 2 retired officers for assistance
Bengaluru: The state govt Monday appointed two retired civil service officers to provide technical and legal assistance to Justice John Michael D'Cunha, who heads the one-man judicial commission investigating the stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium that left 11 people dead and 75 injured on June 4. NS Prasanna Kumar, a retired IAS officer, and MK Srivastav, a retired IPS officer, have been appointed to the commission. According to sources, Kumar retired from service in June 2020 and is currently an adviser to Karnataka Administrative Reforms Commission, while Srivastav retired in Feb 2011 as DGP. The govt notification on the matter stated a separate order would be issued regarding their salary. The commission has one month to investigate the stampede and submit a report to the state govt. Justice D'Cunha is already heading a commission investigating two sensitive cases — the alleged Covid-era medical procurement scam and deaths of patients due to suspected oxygen shortage at the Chamarajanagar district hospital. But following the stampede, the govt launched a three-pronged investigation — judicial, magisterial, and CID, which took over the criminal probe Friday evening from Cubbon Park police. The Bengaluru Urban deputy commissioner is heading the magisterial probe. The D'Cunha commission was formed on June 5, a day after the tragedy. The govt has instructed the DGP, Bengaluru city police commissioner, and Bengaluru Urban DC to provide files and documents for investigation by the commission. PWD min to review KSCA land lease With CM Siddaramaiah stating he would "examine" the possibility of shifting Chinnaswamy Stadium to the outskirts of Bengaluru, public works minister Satish Jarkiholi has sought the file related to the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) lease agreement on the land. "KSCA pays Rs 19,000 a year for the land, and it has been renewed twice already for 30 years each. I've asked for the file, to check when their lease ends," said Jarkiholi. It may be recalled that 13 years ago, PWD had calculated a revised estimate of the annual rent — Rs 78.7 crore — based on the guidance value at the time. The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) had also pulled up the govt 20 years ago for failing to collect the market value rent from KSCA and had estimated it had foregone as much as Rs 203 crore in revenue back then.
News18
09-06-2025
- Politics
- News18
Bengaluru Stampede: Retired HC Judge John Michael D'Cunha Leading Probe Had Convicted Jayalalithaa
Last Updated: From the Jayalalithaa disproportionate assets case to FIR against Yediyurappa, D'Cunha has been involved in several high-profile cases The Karnataka government has constituted a one-man inquiry commission under retired High Court judge John Michael D'Cunha to inquire into the June 4 stampede at the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru that killed 11 people. From the Jayalalithaa disproportionate assets case to FIR against Yediyurappa, D'Cunha has been involved in several high-profile cases. He is currently heading inquiries into the pandemic medical procurement scam and oxygen-related deaths at Chamarajanagar hospital in Karnataka. procedural lapses and submit its report in 30 days. '…the Government, in exercise of the powers conferred under sub-rule (1) of rule 3 of the Commission of Inquiry Act, 1952, has constituted a one-man inquiry commission under the chairmanship of John Michael Cunha, retired Judge of the Karnataka High Court, to conduct an inquiry into the incident," the official notification dated June 5 said. 'The inquiry commission shall have all the powers to conduct inquiries under the provisions of the Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1952 and Code of Civil Procedure, and the government expects the investigation to be completed and a report submitted within one month," it said. The terms of reference in the notification include, to find — whether the necessary permissions, rules and procedures were followed while organising the RCB team's victory felicitation ceremony at Chinnaswamy Stadium; the causes/causers of the rush and stampede that took place; the causes/causers of the incident that led to the death of 11 people and injury to more than 50 people based on the chain of events and circumstances. Also, to inquire into the measures taken as a precaution regarding the incident and the omissions/deficiencies that may have occurred in this regard and to identify those responsible for this incident; and to inquire regarding other relevant aspects related to this incident. This inquiry commission is separate from the magisterial inquiry that has been ordered, and shall conduct a parallel and comprehensive inquiry, it clarified. The Chairman of the inquiry commission, if necessary, may take steps to obtain the services of one retired IPS officer and one retired IAS officer for technical and legal assistance. The salary/allowance expenses of the concerned officers shall be borne by the government. The Director General and Inspector General of Police, shall provide the necessary staff, materials, vehicles and office and furniture/telephone etc required for the commission of inquiry. WHO IS RETIRED HC JUDGE D'CUNHA? D'Cunha, who studied at SDM Law College in Mangalore, started his law practice in 1985, and formed Manu Associates with fellow advocates Amruth Kini, M P Noronha and Ullal S K. The name 'Manu' was formed from the first letter of each partner's name: 'M' for Michael, 'A' from Amruth, 'N' from Noronha and 'U' from Ullal. In 1999, he left Mangalore to join the Karnataka High Court. In 2002 D'Cunha joined the judiciary as a District Judge. He has served in the courts of Bangalore, Bellary, and Dharwad. He also served as secretary to the Chief Justice and Registrar (Vigilance) of the High Court. D'Cunha was appointed a judge in the Karnataka High Court in 2016 and retired on April 6, 2021. HIGH-PROFILE JUDGMENTS On 31 March 2021, a bench of Justice D'Cunha refused to quash the FIR against BS Yediyurappa in a case nicknamed Operation Kamala case. D'Cunha was appointed by the Supreme Court of India in October 2013 as the fifth judge to investigate the disproportionate assets case against Jayalalithaa, replacing judge MS Balakrishna. On September 27, 2014, D'Cunha convicted Jayalalithaa, the then Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. She was sentenced to a prison term of four years and fined Rs 100 crore. Jayalalithaa was later acquitted by the High Court of Karnataka on May 11, 2015, claiming the trial court order by D'Cunha was not sustainable. However, the Supreme Court of India reconfirmed D'Cunha's order on February 14, 2017. With PTI Inputs tags : bengaluru J Jayalalithaa news18 specials Location : Bengaluru, India, India First Published: June 09, 2025, 14:48 IST News cities Bengaluru Stampede: Retired HC Judge John Michael D'Cunha Leading Probe Had Convicted Jayalalithaa
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Retired HC judge John Michael D'Cunha who convicted Jaya to probe Bengaluru stampede
BENGALURU: Karnataka govt tasked retired high court judge John Michael D'Cunha with submitting a report within a month on the June 4 stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 and wounded over 75 during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations, officials said Saturday. A govt notification on June 5 directed Justice D'Cunha - who gained national prominence in 2014 for convicting former Tamil Nadu CM J Jayalalithaa in a disproportionate assets case - to give priority to the stampede probe. He already heads inquiries into the pandemic medical procurement scam and oxygen-related deaths at Chamarajanagar hospital in Karnataka. His one-member commission - appointed on Aug 25, 2023, and set to conclude work by July 31 this year - has now been granted an extension till Aug 31 to accommodate the additional case. "Since the commission needs to prioritise the stampede and submit its report in a month, the term has been extended," the govt order read. CM Siddaramaiah's govt has launched a three-pronged investigation - judicial, magisterial, and CID, which took over the criminal probe Friday evening from Cubbon Park police. Bengaluru Urban deputy commissioner is heading the magisterial probe. CID officers inspected the stadium and Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) office Saturday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo They seized CCTV footage, collected the digital video recorder for forensic analysis, and questioned KSCA staff. Two deputy SPs and several inspectors are part of the probe team. Police custody will likely be sought Monday for four key suspects already remanded in judicial custody: RCB marketing head Nikhil Sosale, 38; DNA Networks director Sunil Mathew, 49; ticketing official Shamanth SP, 38; and manager Kiran Kumar, 40. Three FIRs were filed earlier by Cubbon Park police before the handover. CID is expected to issue notices to additional accused in coming days, while also coordinating with hospitalised survivors. The magistrate probe is progressing in parallel, with Bengaluru Urban DC Jagadeesha G summoning over 25 wounded people to record statements on June 11. He said notices will be issued to police officers deployed during the stampede.
