Category Archives: Ponderings

Mediocrity Rules

Posted on August 7, 2012 by sword

Now we Indians have yet another dubious distinction. We can boast of the largest ever power blackout in human history. Ironically, this took place at the time when one of the greatest festivals of human endeavour, the Olympics are on … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogitorial, Common man, Military, National Issues, Ponderings, Values | Tagged Accountability, blackout, excellence, fatalism, Indians, mediocrity, power, value system | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Common man, Corruption, National Issues, Politics, Ponderings, Values | Tagged Contempt, corruption, Crime, Kiran Bedi, Om Puri, parliament | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Blogitorial, COAS, Military, Ponderings, Values | Tagged age controversy, chief, COAS, Indian Army | 55 Comments

Deaf, Blind…. and Dumb?

Posted on November 1, 2010 by sword

Age does funny things to you. As does lack of scruples. Continue reading →

Posted in Blogitorial, Military, Ponderings, Values | Tagged armed forces, army, corruption, martyrs, morals, scandal, Values | 10 Comments

Let the tigers roar

Posted on September 20, 2010 by sword

Conformity and curbing of initiative is no good for tigers. Continue reading →

Posted in Audacity, Blogitorial, Military, Ponderings | 5 Comments

Managing Bosses Then and Now

Posted on August 21, 2010 by sword

Sage advice given by the Pandava’s priest on conduct in the court and towards the king – something that is also applicable in today’s workplace too. Continue reading →

Posted in Blogitorial, Management, Ponderings | Tagged advice, Kaurava, King, Mahabharata, Management, Pandava, wisdom | 1 Comment

Mentoring: Lessons from Mahabharata

Posted on July 5, 2010 by sword

The mentor – mentee relationship between Sri Krishna and Arjun during the Mahabharat carries invaluable lessons for us today too. Continue reading →

Posted in Blogitorial, Management, Ponderings | Tagged Mahabharata, Management, mentoring, Sri Krishna | Leave a comment

Baa Baa Black Sheep

Posted on June 4, 2010 by sword

As scandal after scandal involving senior army officers surface, there is urgent need for systemic reforms. Continue reading →

Posted in Appraisal System, Blogitorial, Media, Military, Ponderings, Promotion System, Reforms, Values | Tagged Appraisal System, army, chief, corruption, Indian Army, Military Service, Reforms, Values | 5 Comments

Mandalisation of the Army

Posted on April 7, 2010 by sword

The ills of pro rata system for promotion. Continue reading →

Posted in Appraisal System, Blogitorial, Military, Ponderings, Promotion System, Reforms | Tagged armoured corps, army, chief, infantry, mandalisation, pro rata, promotions, Reforms | 34 Comments

Challenges Before the New Army Chief

Posted on April 2, 2010 by sword

Some facets other than modernisation that are vie for urgent attention of the new army chief. Continue reading →

Posted in Appraisal System, Blogitorial, Military, Ponderings, Reforms, Shortage of officers, Values | Tagged acr, Appraisal System, army, Indian Army, officers, Shortage of officers, Values | 2 Comments