Author Archives: sword

Orwellian Intentions – Goebbels Sibbal?

Posted on December 6, 2011 by sword

Dear Rahul Gee, I know that you don’t have a twitter account – at least not a public one. And I also know that you are extremely busy with the UP campaign right now. But despite you preoccupation, do take … Continue reading →

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Why this Kolaveri Di – Please ask Harwinder Gee

Posted on November 25, 2011 by sword

Dear Rahul Gee, You did not even need to call an all party meet. Listening to speaker after speaker speaking from either side of the parliamentary divide, it is obvious that the slapgate, or the slapping of Sharad Gee by … Continue reading →

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A slap in the face – or elsewhere?

Posted on November 24, 2011 by sword

Dear Rahul Gee, Please do convey my concern to Sharad Gee. Hope it didn’t hurt him  too much – on the face.But I do hope it did cause some sensation, if not hurt, elsewhere – say in the conscience – … Continue reading →

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Hacked by Hex (Pak Cyber Thuders)

Posted on November 24, 2011 by sword

Hacked by Hex (Pak Cyber Thuders)

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Actions speak louder than words

Posted on November 23, 2011 by sword

Dear Rahul Gee, You say, “I am ready to give it in writing that I’ll change the face of the state if you vote the Congress to power. I want to see it as the most developed state,” Wonderful sentiment. … Continue reading →

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ACR 360

Posted on November 5, 2011 by sword

Improving the internal health of the Army was a key challenge identified for himself by the present chief when he assumed office two years back. How far has he been able to address the problem remains to be seen in … Continue reading →

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The Jointmanship Chimera

Posted on October 17, 2011 by sword

According to F. Scott Fitzgerald, novelist and short story writer, “the test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposing ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function.” Reports emanating from … Continue reading →

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Gitanjali AF Version

Posted on September 16, 2011 by sword

My dear friends, AF version of the original gitanjali has been penned by me as an outburst of the events occurring in the Armed Forces. I hope, it stimulates the peace loving mind to achieve ……………  The original Gitanjali by Tagore … Continue reading →

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What I would do if I were Kiran Bedi or Om Puri

Posted on September 3, 2011 by sword

Here is a excellent piece – not written by me, something I received on mail. But I do echo the sentiments. Details of the author / originator are given at the bottom. Even though I have least interest in politics … Continue reading →

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Individual Vs Institution

Posted on August 30, 2011 by sword

Great power comes with great responsibility – so said Spiderman. That holds true for high office, where the individual becomes an institution. Continue reading →

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