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All About Indian Army’s Multi-Mode Hand Grenade ‘Shivalik’

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The Shivalik grenade is an indigenous grenade to India. It was developed by the Terminal Ballistic Research Laboratory, TBRL, a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organization, DRDO, which is located in the foothills of the Shivalik mountains near Chandigarh, and hence, derives its name from here.

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Let us understand more about the multi-mode Shivalik hand grenade.

There are four basic types of hand grenades:

  1. Fragmentation
  2. Illumination
  3. Chemical
  4. Incendiary

The multi-mode hand grenade was developed as a replacement for the vintage hand grenade 36M.

For several years now, the Indian Army has been using the World War vintage 36M hand grenade. The number refers to a variant of the ‘Mills Bomb’ which are British origin grenades, which are also pineapple shaped. These grenades can also be fired from a rifle. The 36M have been manufactured by the facilities of the Ordnance Factory Board, OFB, for the Armed forces.

The most highlighted feature of Shivalik grenade is that it does not explode until the safety pin is removed, unlike the vintage grenade, which could go off accidently.

Also Read: Types Of Grenades And How Does It Work?

The Shivalik grenade offers more in terms of safety, dual mode capability and lethality.

Its twin delay tubes ensure high reliability. Additional safety to the soldier is provided through a minimum 0.5 second arming delay. Further, the grenade has a dual mode capability of a ‘defensive mode’ or an ‘offensive mode’.

The grenades been used by the forces in India till now have mainly been the defensive mode grenades, which means that they are to be hurled when the thrower is in a shelter or has cover, and the target is in an open area and can be harmed by fragmentation.

On the other hand, the offensive grenades do not fragment, and the adversary is harmed by the blast or is stunned while the thrower is safe.

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Defensive Mode:

In Defensive Mode, the Grenade is complete as it is assembled with its Fragmenting Sleeve. This mode is used while the soldier is under shelter and the enemy is in the open. Lethal radius is achieved up to 8m from the point of burst.

Offensive Mode:

In Offensive Mode, the Grenade is without its Fragmenting Sleeve and is used for ‘Low Intensity Conflict’ as it offers a stunning effect only. This mode is used while the soldier is in an attack mode. Lethal radius is achieved up to 5m from the point of burst.

Shelf Life:

The shelf life of these grenades is a minimum of fifteen years from the date of manufacture under normal storage and packed condition.

Operational Characteristics:

  1. Delay time -/+ 0.5 Seconds
  2. Operational temperatures vary from -20 C to +55 C
  3. Storage temperature ranges from -20 C to +55 C
  4. Uniform fragmentation pattern
  5. High lethality
  6. High reliability (> 95%)
  7. Safe for para dropping in primed condition
  8. Maintenance free

The grenade has three basic modules: the fuse, the body and the launcher tube. These different modules can be assembled or dissembled with ease.

This indigenous grenade saves the army approximately INR 200cr every year.

Also Read: First Batch Of Multi-Mode Hand Grenades Handed Over To Indian Army

As seen above, the multi-mode, indigenous hand grenade ‘Shivalik’ is one to reckon with. Its ability to change modes from defensive to offensive and vice-versa is commendable.

The changing of the modes does not affect its capability and lethality in any way.

Being indigenous to India, it also saves the Army crores of rupees every year as the whole manufacturing process is done in India.

The grenade is maintenance free and offers high lethality and reliability in extreme climates.

This Indian grenade is surely one to take into account.

I hope this article was insightful.

Apache AH-64 Attack Helicopter Vs Mi-35 Attack Helicopter

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Recently India purchased 6 Apache AH-64E helicopters from Boeing and since then questions have been arised about why the government didn’t go for Mi-35 helicopters. In this article, we shall learn about the differences between the two Helicopters.

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APACHE AH-64 Attack Helicopter

The most sophisticated multi-role combat helicopter in the world is the AH-64 Apache. India is the 16th country to choose the Apache, which is also used by an increasing number of other foreign defence forces. There are 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters in the Indian Air Force’s fleet. Boeing and the Government of India inked a contract in 2020 for the purchase of six AH-64E Apache helicopters for the Indian Army.

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Indian Air Force APACHE AH-64 Attack Helicopter

The AH-64E is a cutting-edge, multi-mission helicopter that incorporates the most recent technological advances and upholds its position as the best attack helicopter in the world. It is the only combat helicopter on the market with a broad range of capabilities, including increased thrust and lifts, joint digital operability, improved survivability, and cognitive decision support, to meet almost every mission need.

AH-64 Apache armaments from Boeing

Under the fuselage is a 30mm automatic Boeing M230 chain cannon with a rate of fire of 625 rounds per minute. The helicopter has a maximum capacity of 1,200 rounds.

The Lockheed Martin/Boeing AGM-114D Longbow Hellfire air-to-surface missile, which features a millimetre wave seeker and can operate in full fire-and-forget mode, is mounted atop the AH-64D. 8 to 12 kilometres is the range.

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Mi-35 Attack Helicopter

Rostvertol, a division of Russian Helicopters, is the company that makes the multipurpose combat helicopter Mi-35M. It is a Mi-24 Hind assault helicopter export model.

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Indian Air Force Mi-35 Attack Helicopter

The helicopter, which was primarily created for assault and military transport operations, boasts a flight performance and manoeuvrability that is superior to those of its forerunner.

Mi-35M manufacturing commenced in 2005. For the purpose of attacking ground-based armoured targets and providing air support for ground activities, the aircraft incorporates modern, high-precision weapons. It can be reconfigured to serve as a platform for an assault, a ground assault, a MEDEVAC, or a transport.

One of the contemporary combat helicopters in the Russian Air Force’s arsenal is the Mi-35M. The military forces of other nations, including Venezuela, Brazil, Azerbaijan, Nigeria, Kazakhstan, and Mali, operate it as well.

MI-35M attributes

The Mi-35M military helicopter, which is based on the Mi-24 Hind, features a number of upgrades, including reduced stub wings, a new rotor system, contemporary avionics, updated turboshaft engines, and a hydraulic system. The helicopter’s cockpit and other crucial areas are well-protected.

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The helicopter is 21.6 metres long overall, 6.5 metres wide, and 6.5 metres tall. In ferry mode, it has a take-off weight of 12,000 kg. It can transport up to 2,400 kg in payload or eight soldiers.

Difference Between Apache AH-64 and MI-35 Attack Helicopters

ModelThe Mi-35 originally existed as the Mi-24V’s renamed export version. Although I believe the Mi-35M and a few other Mi-35 derivatives are actually deployed under this moniker for the Russian federation. It’s not always simple to distinguish between 24s and 35s. Currently, Russia is using about 330 24/35’s aircraft.An enhanced AH-64 is the AH-64E. 2011 saw the start of E model deliveries. There are just over 800 D/E model AH-64 aircraft in US Army service. I have no idea how many 634 D models have previously undergone upgrades. In 2019, 50 new E models were slated to be produced to complement the D fleet’s conversion to E.
WeaponWhen fully armed, a Mi-35 is at 92 percent of its MTOW. There are still 1,878 pounds to go. If each soldier weighs just 250 lb with equipment, a complete troop load of 8 soldiers would add 2,000 lb. Therefore, you could probably transport 7 soldiers, or 6 soldiers if their combined weight is 300 lb. Therefore, you won’t get the best of both worlds when people claim that the Mi-24/35 can fly into a combat zone with a full cargo of infantry and armament systems. Either one or both will be yours. Either the soldier load stays lower or the weapon load is decreased. Alternately, you can dramatically cut the range by lowering the fuel load.This is in stark contrast to an AH-64, which is only at 77 percent MTOW and has more than twice as many cannons, eight laser or radar guided missiles, and 38 laser guided rockets (used since they are heavier and have an improved operability). Of all, an AH-64E doesn’t carry infantry, but it also doesn’t attempt to handle two tasks at once poorly. According to Russian doctrine, an AH-64 would support ground forces and escort for UH-60s and other such aircraft, whilst a Mi-28 would accompany Mi-8/17 aircraft. There are various reasons why Russia switched to the Mi-28 design in this regard (beside the vulnerable front mid-engine exhaust layout issue).
Used SinceThe Mi-35 appears to have been the first Russian Federation helicopter to be equipped with FLIR, glass cockpits, and GPS navigation in the early 2000s. You have to obtain a Super Hind upgrade from South Africa prior to that. Additionally, I would be concerned because the Mi-24/35’s 9K114 Missiles are still SACLOS directed, requiring the gunner to maintain a laser-like focus on pointing at the target to secure a hit. When it comes to guiding a missile while it’s moving, this doesn’t sound as simple as an automatically slaving laser guided system.The AH-64 has had FLIR, night vision, radar, head-based target acquisition, and exhaust suppression equipment since its first incarnations, but it wasn’t until until 1991 that GPS and more modern communication systems were introduced. The aiming system enables auto tracking for the laser guidance, which includes a laser range finder, and slaving of the gun system based on crew head location (where they gaze). Within 30 miles of the helicopter, the mast radar can track about 250 targets. The D versions may have been able to identify targets (although only the mast radar was visible over the horizon or tree line), and then another Apache firing the radar-guided AGM-114 utilising the targeted Apache’s information.
Who’s Better?The armour is the distinction where the Mi-35 might have a clear edge. Titanium armour for the pilots and protective glass for the cockpit are intended to shield the entire aircraft from 12.7 mm gunfire.The Mi-35 is basically a flying BMPIt is capable of transporting an infantry squad in the back as well as an assault helicopter, rockets, missiles, and other armaments.  The engines, fuel, crew, and propulsion systems of the Apache are unquestionably protected by armour, and the cockpit area is certified against 23 mm gunfire. The titanium “tub” that Mi-24/35 pilots sit in might shield up to 57mm explosive rounds if it performs similarly to the “tub” used by A-10 pilots.AH-64 is a pure attack helicopter.Only soldiers riding on one of the wings can transport troops. Similar to the Mi-24 and other Hind derivatives, the MI-35 is best likened to utility helicopters like the UH-60, which can be heavily armed in some configurations rather than assault helicopters.

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Droupadi Murmu has become India’s 15th President

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NDA’s Droupadi Murmu crosses 50 per cent mark to emerge victorious in presidential poll after 3rd round of counting. 17 MPs have cross-voted in favour of Droupadi Murmu. India gets its first woman Tribal President.

Murmu was born on June 20, 1958, in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj. Born in the Santhal community, the 64-year-old struggled with poverty in her childhood in one of the most remote and underdeveloped districts of the country.

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She has a bachelor’s degree in Arts from Ramadevi Women’s College in Bhubaneswar. Murmu has served as a junior assistant in the irrigation and power department in the Odisha government. The BJP leader has also served as an honorary assistant teacher in the Shri Aurobindo Integral Education Centre in Rairangpur.

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Murmu’s personal life has been marked with tragedies as she lost her husband Shyam Charan Murmu and two sons.

Political career

Murmu started her political career in 1997 as a councillor in Rairangpur Nagar Panchayat.

In 2000, she became a minister during the BJP-BJD coalition government in Odisha. She was conferred the Nilkanth award in 2007 for best MLA by Odisha Legislative Assembly.

She has been an MLA twice on a BJP ticket from Odisha’s Rairangpur (2000 and 2009). She held on to her seat when BJD snapped ties with BJP in the 2009 elections, which CM Naveen Patnaik swept.

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Murmu has handled the Odisha government’s transport, commerce, fisheries, and animal husbandry ministries.

She was vice president and later president of BJP’s Scheduled Tribe Morcha in Odisha. Murmu was also elected as BJP’s district president of the Mayurbhanj (West) unit in 2010, and she was re-elected in 2013. The leader was also named as a BJP National Executive (ST Morcha) member the same year.

In 2015, she was appointed the Governor of Jharkhand, becoming the first-ever tribal leader at the post. 

Cracked SSB Interview to Join the OTA Chennai In 2nd Attempt

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Jo log mehnat Ka saath Nahi  chhodte, Kismat unka haath Nahi chhodti. This is the quote that gives me the courage to try again, to be brave enough to accept the shortcomings and correct them, and to perform once more.

Hello everyone I am Mansi Baisoya, I recently got recommended from 14 SSB Allahabad CDS entry in my second attempt for OTA Chennai. Although it was my second attempt the journey has taught me a lot that I might not have learned otherwise.

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The journey has taught me to have faith in myself but the tyranny is that we highly underestimate ourselves. Underconfident is problematic as being overconfident deviates you from the goal.

I got screened out in my first attempt. But strangely the disappointment did not hit me immediately, when my chest number was not announced that time the immediate thought was” koi ni agli baar or aage jayenge”. This feeling was there because during the course of preparation I realized that our emotions can have great control over us so it’s better to control them.

I got home, now the slight disappointment kicked in but I promised myself that I shall never give up.

This time I went to Allahabad, when boarding the train the only thought was I will give my best shot, never ever did I think about recommendations.

99 was the reporting that day, talked to a few people, ate breakfast, got the chest number, and headed to the hall the pictures of captain Vikram Batra and Manoj Kumar Pandey sir instilled a wave of courage in me.

Did the OIR Test in the allotted time, had written the story, narrated it but in GD as usual no story was made. That was the time we all thought ki “hum sab to screen out hone waale hain” and what I was thinking was that “Jo bhi hoga dekha jayega, screening ho gaye to aage badhenge nahi to aage ki tyaari karenge”.

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Sir arrived with the results and my heart was pounding like anything. A total of 28 candidates got screened in and this was the first time I was hearing my chest no.

I was really really happy and informed my parents. We all were taken to the candidate’s lines. This was the best part of the journey. Here I observed a lot and got inspired by my fellow candidates. I was amazed by the enthusiasm that each and every girl had, the zeal that they had to make their dream come true. The next day was the psych test I did all the TAT stories all the 60 WAT all 60 SRT and the SD. The same day was my interview. I had to wait a lot but finally, I went in. My interview lasted for 1 hour 20 mins approx. It was from the PIQ and the current affairs.

Unexpected Questions were the physics behind the takeoff of a helicopter  (I am from a Biology background), then the dimensions of the room, the train number the exact timing of arrival etc. All in all, I feel the thing that worked in my favour was my calm and being natural.

The next day was the GTO we all got dressed up and ran to the GTO ground as warm-up groups were made and we were a group of 9 candidates.

I believe GTO is something where we have the opportunity to perform up to our full potential and if we are not able to we can improve in other tasks as well. The day started with the GD I made sure that I speak 6 or 7 times and also give others the chance to speak and the same goes for GPE. In PGT I believe my performance could have been better but when I wasn’t having ideas I was supporting my group fully. The best task Aws the snake race, where I got bruises but that was the task where the cohesion of our group was clearly seen. It was fun to help and get helped by my fellow candidates.

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The lecturette topic I had chosen was poverty .in the individual obstacles I performed 7 obstacles and returned with burns on my fingers and an aching body but that showed me my potential that yes I can perform and can perform even better.

The next day was the conference, naturally, everyone was worried about the results but ma’am told us you people have performed and now relax, so we all enjoyed by singing, playing table tennis, basketball.

My conference lasted for 20 mins I was asked about my experience here and some situational questions.

After this, we all had lunch and gathered where the result was to be announced.

Sir arrived, and all 28 candidates had the hope of getting recommended and I was one of them, sir started announcing and my chest no was the first one to be announced. I naturally could not register it immediately and then all I could think of was my parents, their dreams, and the hard work of sending me here. My good friend and I got recommended. But one did not so we hugged her and motivated her.

Lessons learned:

  1. Giving your 100 percent even if you have performed great in psych doesn’t mean showing complacency in the interview or the GTO. Never let your guards down.
  2. Prepare for the best and expect the first. This will help you absorb different emotions and sink in the results.
  3. Have flexibility in your approach, so that if one way doesn’t work you can go the other way.
  4. Do not ever compromise small happiness for your dreams. it’s true we all have aspirations we all have dreams but there should be a balance so that we don’t get exhausted.
  5. Never say never because life has its own course and we have our own which might not match hence it’s better to maneuver according to the situation.
  6. Learn from people around you personally, I learned a lot from the candidates when I was in the selection center.
  7. Do it for yourself, to make yourself proud.
  8. Do not announce your work to everyone, say you cleared the written part now you are heading for SSB, worst case scenario you did not clear it. What happens next is that people Question you, your progress etc and all this definitely does not make the journey easy. so as they say let success make the noise for you
  9. Some walks you have to take alone
  10. Take the first step and never shy away from accepting your flaws and be determined to correct them.
  11. Your patience and perseverance will show you your best results
  12. Muskarao, Jo hoga Dekha jayega.
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My favorite quote:

Your purpose is greater than the fear that limits you….andSangharsh jitna kathin hoga, Jeet utni hi shandaar hogi.

This was my story., I hope it could help those who are preparing as I myself got inspired by such stories and I was reading the same before my screening day.

And lastly, chase your dreams, be patient with yourself and be a Friend to yourself because it’s you that matters!!!

How to Improve Your Speaking Skills for SSB Interview

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Aspirants, Group Lecturette is one of the most important GTO tasks. We all know that service officers while commanding their troops have to address their men at a short notice or give them instructions in their day-to-day activities. The officer should be able to talk effectively and forcefully.

Thus, there is a need for a defense aspirant to be quite efficient in the art of speech–making. This test is mainly to test whether the candidate has proficiency in speech making and effective speaking at a short notice.

People are never born good speakers. If one lacks this skill, it can be cultivated by constant practice. No need to worry Aspirants, You have the talent to be a good speaker. But most of us never realize that. To be a good speaker, we must have these essential qualities

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Here are some ways which will improve your communication skill.

  • Mastery over Language
  • Knowledge of current trends and affairs
  • Proper pronunciation and clear voice
  • No shyness and stammering
  • NO NERVOUSNESS
  • Correct gestures
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Now we will look into each of them in detail-

  • Mastery over language-For effective speaking and command of language is most essential. If William Shakespeare, a half-literate man is able to master the language, it is possible for you to do so. Every day, search for some new words from an Oxford Dictionary. Pay attention to those words, which seem to be effective for powerful speech making. You should know the art of twisting a word according to a situation. While addressing the people, try to use simple words. Remember, your words should be of current use. Simplicity makes your speech more interesting for your audience.
  • Knowledge of current trends and mastery over facts: Command over facts and modern trends is important as mastery over language. If you are deficient in up-to-date knowledge of facts and trends on a subject, your speech will never impress your audience even if it has bombastic words. It is of no use coming unprepared for Lecturette in SSB. Preparation for GD will be enough for the knowledge of facts. Be cautious not to give any faulty information to your audience. Such an attempt will only demoralize you. You should have mastery over facts. Constant reading helps you to improve your knowledge.
  • Proper pronunciation: You may be a word wizard with a good knowledge of facts, but it is of no use if your pronunciation is bad. Your proper pronunciation will charm your speech. Pronunciation can be improved by listening to English news on English channels like CNN IBN, and NDTV, and listening to AIR. Make it a habit. You will have mastered a number of good pronunciations within a year. Cultivate friendship with a person who knows refined English with good pronunciation. Often go and talk with such people.
  • Correct gestures: You should have the correct style of delivering a speech. You have to keep their interest till the end so that they listen to you attentively. Try to end and begin the speech appropriately. The first impression is the best impression. Also, avoid sudden endings. Your gestures should be natural and impressive. Avoid acting like a clown on the platform. Your errors can be spotted by delivering your speech before your parents and asking them to note down your faults. Next time you try to improve your speech. This will make a steady improvement.
  • No shyness and nervousness: Shyness is due to some hidden fears. Some Great personalities were shy in their childhood but they overcome their shyness and achieved greatness. Shyness may prove deadly for a public speaker. To remove shyness, you should prepare well in advance and while speaking, keep yourself absorbed in the topic, and do not worry about the audience. Even if they do not encourage you, never mind it. Avail maximum chances of coming to public meetings. This is the best way to remove shyness. Take part in dramatic clubs and extracurricular activities. Your good speech may be tarnished if you are in the habit of stammering. It can be removed by certain exercises. Better consult an experienced person.
  • No nervousness: Some persons are prone to nervousness. Take 15 long breaths to overcome nervousness.
  • A good voice: You can never be a good speaker if you don’t have a good voice. Nobody likes harsh and rough voices. Try to copy some pleasant voice if you are possessing a rough voice. Some exercises are found useful for improving the voice. Moreover, in the SSB, GTO doesn’t look for how much you have spoken, but how you have spoken. Always try to give fresh and original ideas before the group in your lecture. Please avoid sarcasm while speaking. Talk slowly but steadily. Your voice should be neither high nor low. Maintain eye contact with your group members.
  • PRACTISE PAYS IN GOLD COINS. You should practice speech making and effective speaking long before you come for SSB. Speak a lot and try to build up your store of knowledge and pay special attention to the editorials written by Journalists. Take down notes if necessary. Practice for GD will automatically improve your storehouse of knowledge.

Recommended For Indian Navy In 7th Attempt 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme

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Hello, everyone! I am Ashish Kumar Pandey and I am here today to share my success story and my SSB journey which took two long years for me to achieve my goal . I’m from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh but I am currently residing in Bangalore for my studies.

I am from a defence background as my father is in the IAF and he has always encouraged and supported me to make my dream come true. My first attempt was an NDA attempt in which I got recommended from SSB Bhopal but I was medical out.

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I only got a week’s time to prepare for it and had even risked my board exams for the same. So at first when I didn’t get through, I was a bit disappointed but I did not lose my hopes and went for my next 5 attempts for 10+2 direct entries to SSB Bhopal, SSB Allahabad, SSB Kapurthala, AFSB Varanasi, SSB Bangalore. In all 5 attempts, I was conferenced out.

The ordeal of dealing with conference outs one after the other was heartbreaking but I saw one silver lining through it all – I never got screened out.

In my last attempt which was my 7th attempt through Navy 10+2 B.Tech Entry I got so well versed with all the SSB procedures that I gave my 100% and never thought I lacked anywhere. The Personal Interview was very grilling in my last attempt where they even tried to put me under pressure and tested my determination  but I was adamant and let them know that I was determined to get recommended but not desperate.

I feel that most of the repeaters commit a mistake by being desperate. They got egoistic and felt it hard to accept their rejection. I have felt it myself in my first couple of attempts too but I took my rejections as lessons to be learnt and improved for my next attempt.

I believe that never give up hope and always try again and again for success. There will be people who will try to demotivate you but never get demotivated.

Also I would suggest never take your group members to be your rivals but your friends, because I believe SSBs will come and go but friends are there forever.

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Also I have played games and sports like volleyball and basketball, I played for myself and my own enjoyment. So never think that playing sports is important only for filling up your PIQ. You should play because you like playing and it will automatically come out in your personal Interview.

Even I like writing poetry and got into adventure camps include paragliding, parasailing, etc. and these activities really helped me to get refreshed and prepare me to get ready for the next SSB.

So, never give up. Believe in yourself. Keep a calmness of mind. No matter how much you get rejected, let that small ‘diya’ aflame in your heart and never let it burn down.

Be determined and not desperate. One day you will surely reach your goal and make yourself and your loved ones feel proud about you and your hard work.

Sierra Squadron for Females at National Defence Academy

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In compliance with the judgment of the Honourable Supreme Court, the UPSC released a notice allowing females to appear for the NDA 2 2021 exam.

All the eligibility criteria remain the same for the male candidates.

Health and physical standards, infrastructure for females at the National Defence Academy, strength intake, nature of training and medical standards were left to be decided by the Ministry of Defence.

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It was also specified that separate physical infrastructure and residential quarters with strict physical separation would be allotted to female candidates including separate bathroom cubicles, swimming, equitation, games, and sports facilities.

As per the female eligibility criteria stated in the NDA notification, the age limit, educational qualification, & marital status requirements for female candidates are the same as for male candidates. 

A total of nineteen girls cracked the toughest UPSC Exam. Out of the nineteen girls, ten will be trained for the Army, six for the Air Force and the remaining three for the Navy.

At present, a total of eighteen squadrons exist at the National Defence Academy. A separate squadron for females, named “Sierra”, was proposed but was soon scrapped.

It has now been decided that the females joining the academy will be merged into the existing squadrons. This will ensure better integration and less division amongst the cadets based on gender.

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Their training and education will be the same. Further, the PT master and the drill master will receive training at OTA Chennai to learn how women are trained there.

A woman officer and a woman doctor will be available at the academy amongst various other facilities like separate enclosures, washrooms, rooms, etc.

The Sierra squadron will be operational in three years’ time.

Merging females into all-male squadrons, giving training to PT and drills masters, deploying female officers and doctors and providing facilities for women, leads to gender sensitization.

Having a co-gender squadron leads to less gender-based discrimination and more team building.

With an increasing number of women wanting to give the NDA Exam, and with increased intake over the years, the Sierra squadron will soon be operational.

Once the initial gender bias and discrimination is weaned off, the Academy will become sensitized and there will be no cadet differentiating other cadets based on their gender.

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In conclusion, with the Supreme Courts decision to let women join the National Defence Academy, there have been thousands of women who can realize their dream. This is progress in the right direction.

Slowly but surely, change is being brought in the country’s defence system. And allowing women join the National Defence Academy gives them an opportunity to prove they are just as capable as men.

I wish all women wanting to join the NDA good luck.

I hope this article was insightful.

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Captain Anand and Nb Sub Bhagwan Singh lost their lives in a grenade blast

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The Indian Army expressed grief over the death of two officers who lost their lives in an accidental grenade blast along the Line of Control in the Mendhar sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch on Monday.

“General officer commanding (GOC) @Whiteknight_IA and all Ranks salute brave hearts Capt Anand and Nb Sub Bhagwan Singh who made the supreme sacrifice while performing their duties on the LoC in Mendhar Sector. We offer deepest condolences to their family members,” the White Knight Corps tweeted.

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According to the Defence PRO, Jammu, the officers succumbed to their injuries while undergoing treatment.

“Last night, an accidental grenade blast occurred in Mendhar sector, Dist Poonch when troops were performing their duties along the Line of Control. The blast resulted in injuries to soldiers. During the treatment, one officer and one JCO succumbed to their injuries,” said PRO Defence Jammu.

The blast occurred along the Line of Control (LOC) on Sunday night, when the Army troops were performing their duties, thus injuring them. All the injured soldiers were immediately evacuated to Udhampur via helicopter.

All About 13 Para SF “Thunderbolt Thirteen” New Special Force Battalion

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Para (Special Forces) also known as Para SF, are a group of special forces battalions of the Parachute Regiment in the Indian Army. These units specialize in various roles including hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, unconventional warfare, special reconnaissance, foreign internal defence, counter-proliferation, counter-insurgency, seek and destroy, and personnel recovery.

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A few days back, we saw news stating that a new Para SF batallion has been raised which is named as 13 Para SF and are also called Thunderbolt Thirteen.

As of now, the Indian Army had total of nine SF battalions – 1,2,3,4,9,10,11,12, and 21.

Now we have the newest batallion resulting in the 10th SF battalion of the Indian Army.

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Although, not much information about this battalion is there in the open source but choosing the number 13 as it may sound unlucky or not auspicious resounds the fact that this is yet another dreaded covert battalion of the Para SF, much like the 9 PARA SF which was famously known as the “ghost battalion” of the Indian Army, hence the number 13 gives the battalion a deadly profile for what SF is known for.

Also Read: All Para SF Battalions and Their Nick Names

Also, it should be noted that this battalion came into the existence after the raising of the armed forces special operations division (AFSOD). The AFSOD came into operation back in 2019. So we can say that the 13 Para SF can especially cater to the interest of the AFSOD and its growing area of responsibility.

Any Specialization?

As we know that the Indian Army follows a multi-skilled approach in raising such specialized units. Guesses can be made that this battalion might hold multi-skills to its envelope like other PARA SF battalions.

It can also be seen that 13 Para SF can also play a major role in undertaking Special Operations in the mountainous terrain, especially given the experience the Army gained in the recent entanglement with the PLA in the Leh and Ladakh region during the skirmishes in the India China border.

So we can say that raising a new SF batallion is not only customary important but also strategically important to serve the specific needs of the Indian Army.

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What’s in the Future?

Conjectures can be made by saying that the Indian Army has got enough experience from the recent disputes on the India-China border. And by these experiences Army is implementing what needs to be done. This also gives an indication that the posture of India vis-à-vis China is changing. Now, India is not merely interested in undertaking a defensive posture when it comes to China but is looking forward towards developing offensive capabilities. Given the new approach of the Army, there is the possibility that more such new battalions and the task forces would be created based on modern age requirements as we face the constant threat of two-front conflict.

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What is the I2U2 Summit?

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PM Modi Participated In The First-Ever I2U2 Virtual Summit Along With The Heads Of State Of Israel, The UAE, And The US On Thursday (July 14, 2022).

What Is I2U2:

  • I2U2 Is A New Alliance Created By 4 Countries: India, Israel, The United Arab Emirates, And The United States.
  • The Countries Share Several Global Challenges, Including The Food Security Crisis, Green Energy, And Defence, Which Will Be A Focus Of The Four-Nation Summit.
  • The Possible Joint Projects Within The Framework Of I2U2 As Well As The Other Common Areas Of Mutual Interest To Strengthen The Economic Partnership In Trade And Investment In The Respective Regions And Beyond.
  • These Projects Can Serve As A Model For Economic Cooperation And Offer Opportunities.
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When Was I2U2 Conceptualized:

  • The I2U2 Grouping Was Conceptualized During The Meeting Of The Foreign Ministers Of The Four Countries Held On 18th October Last Year.
  • Each Country Also Has Sherpa-level Interactions Regularly To Discuss The Possible Areas Of Cooperation.

Also Check: What Is International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC)?

Purpose Of Alliance:

  • I2U2 Is Aimed To Encourage Joint Investments In Six Mutually Identified Areas As Water, Energy, Transportation, Space, Health, And Food Security.
  • It Intends To Mobilize Private Sector Capital And Expertise To Help Modernize The Infrastructure, Low Carbon Development & Green Technologies Etc.

I2U2 Summit 2022 – Highlights:

  • The Inaugural I2U2 Leaders Meeting Focussed On The Food Security Crisis And Clean Energy. Innovative Ways Were Discussed To Ensure Longer-term, More Diversified Food Production And Delivery Systems That Can Better Manage Global Food Shocks.
  • Intend To Mobilize Private Sector Capital And Expertise To Modernize Infrastructure, Advance Low Carbon Development Pathways For Industries, Improve Public Health And Access To Vaccines, And Advance Physical Connectivity Between Countries In The Middle East Region.
  • The UAE Will Invest Two Billion Dollars To Develop A Series Of Integrated Food Parks Across India That Will Incorporate State-of-the-art Climate-smart Technologies To Reduce Food Waste And Spoilage, Conserve Fresh Water And Employ Renewable Energy Sources.
  • India Will Provide Appropriate Land For The Project And Will Facilitate Farmers’ Integration Into The Food Parks.
  • The US And Israeli Private Sectors Will Be Invited To Lend Their Expertise And Offer Innovative Solutions That Contribute To The Project’s Overall Sustainability. These Investments Will Help Maximize Crop Yields And Help Tackle Food Insecurity In South Asia And The Middle East.
  • The I2U2 Group Will Advance A Hybrid Renewable Energy Project In Gujarat Consisting Of 300 Mega Watts Of Wind And Solar Capacity Complemented By A Battery Energy Storage System. The US Trade And Development Agency Funded A Feasibility Study For The 330-million Dollar Project.
  • UAE-Based Companies Are Exploring Opportunities To Serve As Critical Knowledge And Investment Partners. Israel And The US Intend To Work With The UAE And India To Highlight Private Sector Opportunities.
  • Indian Companies Are Keen To Participate In This Project And Contribute To India’s Goal Of Achieving 500 GW Of Non-fossil Fuel Capacity By 2030.
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Significance Of I2U2 For India:

  • India Will Get An Important Role To Play In West-Asian Policies
  • Benefit From Large Untapped Market Full Of Potential
  • Greater Say In Global Politics & Thrust to Geopolitical Presence
  • Security Of Indian Diaspora And Hassle-Free Remittances

Challenges Associated With I2U2:

  • Arab-Israeli Problem
  • Internal Conflicts of the Arab World
  • China’s Expanding Presence in the Middle East
  • Possible Splitting of Countries For Lobbying Purpose

Way Forward:

  • Better Opportunity For India To Play A More Active Role As Far As Cooperation With West Asia Is Concerned.
  • Issues Such As Energy Security, Food Security, Workers, Trade, Investment, And Maritime Security Could Be Discussed And Worked Upon.
  • Enhancement Diplomatically And Strategically In This Region & Cooperation Among The Four Countries.

REVIEW QUESTIONS

  • Which Alliance Is Also Called As “Quad Of West Asia”
  • NATO
  • ASEAN
  • I2U2
  • NAFTA

ANSWER: C

  • Not A Member Of the I2U2 Alliance
  • India
  • Israel
  • USA
  • Ukraine

ANSWER: D

  • I2U2 Summit 2022 Took Place At
  • Washington DC
  • Tel Aviv
  • New Delhi
  • None

ANSWER: D

  • I2U2 Alliance Was Conceptualized In
  • June 2021
  • July 2021
  • October 2021
  • November 2021

ANSWER: C

  • I2U2: Areas Of Cooperation
  • Food Security
  • Green Energy
  • Transportation
  • All The Above

ANSWER: D

  • Initially, the Name Of I2U2 Alliance Was
  • West Asian QUAD
  • Alliance For Middle Eastern Security
  • International Forum For Economic Cooperation
  • Forum For Indo-pacific & Gulf Cooperation

ANSWER: C

  • Capital Of UAE
  • Dubai
  • Abu Dhabi
  • Sharjah
  • Ajman

ANSWER: B

  • Capital Of Israel
  • Tel Aviv
  • Jerusalem
  • Haifa
  • Bethlehem

ANSWER: B

  • I2U2: 300 Mega Watts Of Wind And Solar Capacity Projects
  • Andhra Pradesh
  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Gujarat
  • Maharashtra

ANSWER: C

  • I2U2: 2 Billion Dollars Integrated Food Parks Across India
  • Israel
  • USA
  • UAE
  • China

ANSWER: C

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