Monthly Archives: September 2012

A Study in Futility?

Posted on September 26, 2012 by sword

As per a recent news report, the Chief has ordered a study to look at increasing the availability of officers in units. With shortage of officers reaching alarming levels of almost one fifth of the sanctioned strength, the concern and … Continue reading →

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Himalayan Blunder – The Sequel

Posted on September 5, 2012 by sword

If the report about PMO ‘stalling’ the raising of Mountain Strike Corps for apprehension of ‘sending the wrong signal to the Chinese’ is true, it’s ridiculous on two accounts – the decision itself, and the manner in which it seems … Continue reading →

Posted in Boundary Dispute, China, Military | Tagged , , , , , | 10 Comments