Category Archives: Military

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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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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An open letter to the COAS

Posted on July 1, 2011 by sword

Dear General, As the head of an organization like the Indian Army, you represent many things to many people. To the serving officers and soldiers, you are a role model. To them, you stand for excellence of the highest order.  … Continue reading →

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JOINTMANSHIP EXPERIENCED

Posted on May 26, 2011 by sword

  “I have visited nineteen countries in my career of two decades. Do you know that your Navy is interoperable with over twenty six other navies?” The dashing naval Commander from the visiting naval training squadron was not trying to … Continue reading →

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Brand Army

Posted on May 14, 2011 by sword

“Capt Avinash Rathod, ek soldier ke nazar kabhi neechi nahi honi chahiye” (roughly translated – a soldier must never look down) – says the lissome model in the latest Airtel ad on TV. The ad is well made, and effectively … Continue reading →

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The Last Cavalier

Posted on May 1, 2011 by sword

Glamour in peace, glory in war – the cavalry stands tall. Continue reading →

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Pull of the Lanyard

Posted on April 13, 2011 by sword

Regimental spirit wins wars. But does it have any rôle to play in deciding who reaps benefits and privileges? Continue reading →

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Double Bogey

Posted on March 27, 2011 by sword

Avoid bogeys and play by the rules – should not be very difficult to do. Continue reading →

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Deja Vu

Posted on February 28, 2011 by sword

People are leaving – whether it’s the US Army or Indian – they are finding greener pastures. Is this a new phenomenon? Not according to Norman Dixon. Continue reading →

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