LinkedIn On the morning of 25 December 2025, Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243, a commercial flight traveling from Baku to Grozny, Russia, tragically crashed after a series of catastrophic events that led to the loss of 38 lives. The incident, which unfolded over the skies of Kazakhstan, has left 29 survivors and many questions about what went wrong. Investigators are piecing together a complex narrative involving harsh weather, mechanical failure, and possible military involve

DRASInt | Leadership, Security Management and Vigilance In today’s complex and interconnected world, effective corporate risk management is more than just a technical or financial strategy. It involves a multi-faceted approach that safeguards not only an organization’s intellectual property and digital assets but also its physical infrastructure, personnel, and brand reputation. As security threats evolve, so too must the practices that protect businesses from internal and ex

Lt Col Amit Sharma, SM (retd.) DRASInt | Leadership, Security Management and Vigilance At a time when global communication is essential for economic, military, and societal operations, China's involvement in the infrastructure that facilitates this communication is subject to growing scrutiny. This piece delves into China's investments in submarine cables, land-based networks, and developments in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology, establishing China as a significant