US EditionDelhi Police files FIR after copy of Gen Naravane's unpublished book ‘Four Stars of Destiny' leaks
Delhi Police investigates unauthorized digital circulation of General Naravane’s memoir 'Four Stars of Destiny' amid copyright concerns and parliamentary controversy.
- On Monday, February 9, 2026, the Delhi Police registered an FIR over reports a pre-print PDF of General Manoj Mukund Naravane's book circulated online, with finished cover listings appearing for sale.
- Last week, Rahul Gandhi cited excerpts in Lok Sabha, but the manuscript has been awaiting Army clearance since February 2, blocking quoting since then.
- Penguin Random House India said it holds exclusive rights and clarified no copies have been released, while opposition MPs cited a protest poster reading `Narender Surrender`.
- Investigators are conducting forensic checks and cyber analysis with central agencies as officials say the leak has amplified national security sensitivities around the manuscript.
- The memoir reportedly addresses the Galwan clash and the Agnipath scheme, with online marketing platforms showing April and May 1, 2024 release dates although the book remains unavailable.
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'This is The Status...': Naravane Clarifies Memoir Status Amid Publication Row
Former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane has addressed the ongoing controversy regarding his memoir, "Four Stars of Destiny." The dispute centres on whether the book has been officially published, with conflicting statements from the author, the publisher, and political leaders.General Naravane responded to the controversy by sharing the publisher Penguin Random House India’s (PRHI) statement on his official X handle, stating, “This is th…
Former Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane has given his first reaction to his acclaimed book, "Four Stars of Destiny." In a post on X, he stated, "This is the current status of the book." General Naravane has also implicitly acknowledged that his memoirs have not yet been published.
‘No Copies Published’, Says Publisher Of MM Naravane Book That Rahul Gandhi 'Quoted' From; Warns Of Legal Action Over Circulation
Just a few days ago, Congress scion Rahul Gandhi flashed a ‘hardcover copy’ of the unpublished memoir ‘Four Stars of Destiny’ of former Indian Army chief MM Naravane. On Monday, 9 February 2026, the book’s publisher Penguin Random House India issued a clarification. The publisher said it holds the sole publishing rights to the book and that it has not yet been released. It stated that no copies, print or digital, have been published, distributed…
Exclusive Rights on 'Four Stars of Destiny' Memoir Highlighted Amid Unauthorised Circulation Claims
Exclusive Rights on 'Four Stars of Destiny' Memoir Highlighted Amid Unauthorised Circulation Claims Amid reports of unauthorized copies of the memoir 'Four Stars of Destiny' in circulation, Penguin Random House India emphasized its exclusive rights to the memoir by former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane. The publishing house clarified that the book has not been published yet.The Delhi Police have registered an FIR following allegations …
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