Manoj Joshi is a renowned Indian journalist, author, and expert in security and international relations. With a career spanning decades, he has worked with some of India’s top publications and has contributed significantly to discussions on national security, international diplomacy, and strategic affairs.
Early Life and Education
Manoj Joshi completed his schooling at St. Joseph’s College, Nainital (Uttarakhand). He then pursued an undergraduate degree at St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, followed by a master’s in history from the University of Lucknow. Later, he earned an MPhil and PhD in international studies from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.
Career in Journalism
Joshi has had an illustrious career in Indian journalism, having worked with top newspapers and media houses, including:
- Comment Editor at Mail Today
- Political Editor at The Times of India
- Senior positions at India Today and The Hindu
- Washington Correspondent for The Financial Express
Key Reporting Areas
Throughout his career, Joshi has covered major political and security developments in India and beyond, including:
- The rise and fall of militancy in Punjab
- India’s military involvement in Sri Lanka (1987)
- The Siachen Glacier conflict
- India-Pakistan crises of 1987, 1990, 1999, 2002, and 2008–2009
- Sino-Indian relations
- India-U.S. strategic ties
- Indian general elections
Government and Policy Advisory Roles
Beyond journalism, Joshi has played a role in shaping India’s security policies:
- 2004–2006: Member of India’s National Security Council’s advisory board
- 2011: Appointed to the National Task Force on Security Reforms by the Cabinet Committee on Security of the Government of India, led by former Cabinet Secretary Naresh Chandra
Current Role at Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
As of 2013, Manoj Joshi is a Distinguished Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), New Delhi, a leading think tank focusing on international relations, security studies, and policy analysis.
Books by Manoj Joshi
Manoj Joshi has authored several books on terrorism, Kashmir, and India-China relations:
- Combating Terrorism in Punjab: Indian Democracy in Crisis (1993)
- Lost Rebellion: Kashmir in the Nineties (1999)
- Kashmir 1947–1965: A Story Retold (2008)
- Understanding the India–China Border: The Enduring Threat of War in High Himalaya (2022)
Legacy and Impact
With his deep expertise in security and international affairs, Manoj Joshi remains one of India’s most influential voices in journalism and policy analysis. His writings continue to shape discussions on India’s security challenges and global strategic position.
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