I am Garima Abrol…..I am the wife of Martyr Squadron Leader Samir Abrol….whose tears are still not dry…It still hasn’t sunk in that you are gone. No one has the answer to my questions. Why YOU ? My husband was a proud Indian and I loved sending him off to serve the nation with a morning cup of tea and a head held high. Every soldier’s wife’s biggest fear in life is when her husband would be called to the front line and serve in an active war. I too had this fear. Many a times I woke up crying after having one such bad dream…But Samir would hold me, console me and tell me…that is the ultimate purpose of his job…to be able to serve our nation when the call comes…He wanted me to be brave, as that’s what he was, a brave soldier, patriot to the core.
Such is the job of a soldier…it does not bring you fame…no one cries when you leave but the family…It does not make you a celebrity…the media covers it for a day and drops it just like they have done for the pilots who have met the same untimely fate before Samir…Then everyone forgets about it.
How many more of these pilots have to give up their life to shake you up and make you realise there is something really wrong in the system?
A pilot is not made in a day, it takes a decade of training for their souls to get molded for the job…How many fighters have to give up their life for you to wake up?
I do not want any other sister of the Armed Force family to suffer the pain that I am going through. Words can’t describe how painful it is out here alone without my better half, my BATMAN.
I need answers…
Whilst its just another story and incident for some, i will keep fighting for the cause that took you away from me.
Greetings! Thank you for acknowledging my SSB achievement. I wish to share my SSB story since it is impossible to individually respond to all the aspirants out there. This was my first attempt. I would be a fourth-generation Army Officer and though it doesn’t matter what kind of background one comes from, it did act as a motivating factor for me right from the start. I prepared for SSB only as far as the screening test and psychology test is concerned. I referred to ‘Agarwal Verbal Non-Verbal Reasoning’ book for a good score in stage one testing. I hope this helps the aspirants who have been facing screen one rejection. For Psychology Tests, timing is a factor.
So I would download tests and time myself. It’s important to be positive, realistic and observant when it comes to Psychology tests. Since I never undertook any coaching , Current Affairs updates from ‘Manorama’ and ‘Pratiyogita Darpan’ kept me well informed and as a result I could ace my group discussion and lecturette tests. As a student Of international Law and human rights, my perspective on current issues was holistic and I would encourage the aspirants to use their specialization in subjects to deal with certain tests in SSB.
My interview was personal, academic and decision making oriented. I was also expected to know the basics of JAG branch and law so candidates must be aware of their own subject fields in which they have finished/pursued their education.
There is no trick in cracking SSB. It’s a personality based test and the ability to lead courageously, follow humbly, Express thoughts coherently and judgment making ability is analysed. Keeping it simple, being a good human being and a responsible citizen covers the most basic OLQs that the assessors are looking for. I wish everyone all the very best. This country needs motivated youth to join the forces and protect its borders in one way or another.
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A Kenyan sailor participates in visit, board, search and seizure training aboard the Indian frigate INS Trikand during exercise Cutlass Express 2019 in Djibouti
A Kenyan sailor participates in visit, board, search and seizure training aboard the Indian frigate INS Trikand during exercise Cutlass Express 2019 in Djibouti
INS Trikand, a front-line warship of the Indian Navy, participated in a multinational training exercise ‘CUTLASS EXPRESS – 19’ held from 27 Jan to 06 Feb 19. The aim of the exercise was to improve law enforcement capacity, promote regional security and progress inter-operability between the armed forces of the participating nations for the purpose of interdicting illegal maritime activity in the Western Indian Ocean. During the exercise, Naval, Coast Guard and Marine Police personnel from a number of East African countries were jointly trained by mentors from USA, India, and Netherlands, with support of international organisations like the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Combined Maritime Force (CMF) and European Naval Forces (EUNAVFOR). The Indian Navy played a significant role in ‘CUTLASS EXPRESS – 19’, being involved in planning, coordination and execution. Through INS Trikand, the IN provided a platform for live Visit Board Search Seizure (VBSS) drills, which proved to be of immense training value to the participating nations. The exercise was conducted in two phases. The first, called the Command Post Exercise (CPX) was conducted from 27 Jan to 02 Feb 19. It involved training of personnel on shore for coordination and conduct of VBSS operations. During the CPX, extensive training and interaction was carried out between the officers and sailors of the Indian Navy and personnel from the participating nations. The training included exposure of the personnel to the various software tools used by the US Navy and the European Union for integration of maritime information, with a view to positively identify a suspicious vessel and direct a VBSS operation against it.
The second phase called the Final Training Exercise (FTX) was conducted from 03 – 05 Feb 19. This phase consisted of actual boarding operations at sea and live boardings were out onboard INS Trikand, anchored off Djibouti harbour. The closing ceremony of the event was held at the Djibouti Naval Base on the morning of 06 Feb 19.
The ship’s stay at Djibouti harbour also enabled the crew to interact professionally with the crew of other ships in harbour, including the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force Ship Samidare, Spanish Naval ship ESPS Relampago and United States Ship Chung Hoon. Mutual ship visits were organised with a view to promote inter-operability between the Indian Navy and the other navies, as also understanding of best practices. Officers from the ship’s Operations team also visited Camp Lemonnaire, the American base at Djibouti. During this visit, the Commanding Officer called on Major General James D Craig, US Army, Commander Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa. The IN officers also visited the Japanese military base at Djibouti, where they were briefed about the JMSDF operations towards anti-piracy in the region.
INS Trikand, commanded by Captain Srinivas Maddula, is equipped with a versatile range of sensors and weapons enabling her to address threats in all the three dimensions – air, surface and sub-surface. The ship’s extended endurance at sea makes it an ideal platform for prolonged deployments, including the present one, in which she is carrying out Presence and Surveillance missions and Anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden and Western Arabian Sea. The ship is a part of the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet and operates under the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, headquartered at Mumbai.
56 Assistant Commandants of the 67th Batch passed out of the portals of Indian Coast Guard Training Centre, Kochi on successful completion of CG Law and Operations Course today. On this occasion, an impressive Passing Out Parade (POP) was held at Indian Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 4, Kochi. POP marked the successful culmination of the Technical Courses for the trainee officers. During the 10 weeks CG Law and Operations Course, the officers were imparted instructions on Coast Guard specific subjects such as Maritime Law, Search and Rescue, Fisheries Monitoring & Control, Prevention and Control of Marine Pollution and other subjects related to the CG Charter of Duties. The training at CGTC (K) has been conducted with due impetus to build up professional calibre, practical broad base knowledge and critical thinking skills in the Officer trainees which are the key requisites for manning state of art platforms of Indian Coast Guard, handling critical & dynamic situations at sea, besides also for grooming them for a career with the Indian Coast Guard.
The Passing Out Parade was reviewed by Inspector General RajanBargotra, PTM, TM, Commander Coast Guard Region (North East). During the ceremonial review, the Flag Officer awarded Sword of Honour and Book prizes to the meritorious trainee officers. Assistant Commandant AS Pawar (1558-P) was awarded 1st prize for scoring highest marks in the 67th batch CG Law and Ops Course. The coveted “Director General Sword of Honour” for the 66th Batch was awarded to Assistant Commandant Sahil Chopra (1497-C) for standing first in overall order of merit. Speaking on the occasion, Inspector General RajanBargotra advised the trainees to always put Nation and the Service before everything else as the Nation and its Citizens, as a whole, have reposed tremendous faith in the armed forces.
He exhorted the to imbibe right attitude, professionalism and moral probity. He also appraised the trainee Officers that during Service, they would be required to take tough decisions under most challenging circumstances and demanding working environment wherein they will be tested for leadership qualities and professionalism. IG Bargotra also congratulated the Officers and Staff of CGTC for successful conduct of the Course through high-quality and standardised training and for the parade. POP was witnessed by a large number of senior Coast Guard and Naval Officers as well as civil dignitaries.
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight tested the second indigenously developed ‘Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR)’ propulsion based missile system from ITR, Chandipur, Odisha today. Ground booster, separation of the ground booster and Nozzle-less-booster performance were found satisfactory. The missile was guided to high altitude to simulate aircraft release conditions and subsequently, nozzle-less-booster was ignited. SFDR based missile accelerated to achieve ramjet Mach number successfully. The trajectory was tracked by telemetry and radar stations till touchdown. All the mission objectives have been met. The success of SFDR propulsion technology is a significant milestone and will pave the way for the development of long-range air-to-air missiles in the country.
UPSC has published the list of recommended candidates from CDS 1 2018. CDS exam is conducted two times every year and a graduate candidate can apply for the UPSC CDS exam to join the Indian Airforce, Army, and Navy. Below we have a list of candidates who have cleared the CDS 1 2018 written exam and the SSB interview. You can find out the marks of the recommended candidates which they have scored in the CDS written exam and SSB interview conducted for CDS 1 2018 (IMA/AFA/OTA/NA). CDS 1 2018 final scores have been declared only for those candidates who have cleared written test as well as the SSB Interview. The List below carries marks obtained by the candidate in the written test as well as SSB Interview along with their name and date of birth.
Total 584 Candidates who have cleared the CDS 2 2018 for the Indian Airforce 205 Flying course (CDSE Entry) can check their names and AFSB interview date in the list attached below. CDS 2 2018 SSB interviews will be conducted at 1 AFSB Dehradun, 2 AFSB Mysore, 3 AFSB Gandhinagar, and 4 AFSB Varanasi. CDS AFSB interviews are starting from 11 Feb 2019 and the last batch will be on 18 March 2019. Below is the list of candidates who have qualified in written test of CDS 206 F(P) course and have given ‘air force’ as their ‘first choice’. We suggest all the aspirants go through the list attached below and read it carefully. SSBCrack wishes all success to the future air warriors.
CALL LETTERS ARE BEING DESPATCHED FOR SSB TESTING FROM THE RESPECTIVE SELECTION BOARD GIVEN AGAINST THEIR NAMES. CANDIDATES WHOSE NAMES ARE LISTED BELOW CAN REPORT FOR SSB TESTING WITH A PRINTOUT OF THIS PAGE EVEN IF CALL LETTERS ARE NOT RECEIVED DUE TO POSTAL DELAYS.
Indian army has published the merit list of NCC 45 for men and women. NCC 45 Special Entry course is going to commence in April 2019 at OTA Chennai. Candidates who have cleared the NCC 45 SSB interview can check the merit list for men and women. Candidates will get the joining instructions as per the order in the merit list.
Indian army has published the merit list of JAG 22 for men and women. JAG 22 course is going to commence in April 2019 at OTA Chennai. Candidates who have cleared the JAG 22 SSB interview can check the merit list for men and women. Candidates will get the joining instructions as per the order in the merit list.
Hello friends, My name is Ujjawal Panwar from Saharanpur, U.P. I got recommended from 19 SSB board Allahabad for NDA 141 course in my first attempt. My journey started from class 10th when I came to know about NDA and officers in the Indian army through my family members as my father is also serving in B.S.F. So I always wanted to live life like them and wanted to join an adventurous and responsible job in my life. I am a fitness freak and daredevil type person since my childhood and that’s why I am very fascinated about the Indian army. I cleared my NDA written exam in the second attempt after class 12th. My parents and friends always told me that I have the potential to clear exam and the personality to become an Indian army officer. For this, I will always remain thankful for them to support me. After I cleared the exam I started preparing for the SSB Interview. To clear the SSB your observational skill should be good and you have to be positive. Your positive attitude towards everything happening in your life matters a lot and make you a better person only not for your benefit but also for the benefit of our country. The practicality nature of a person helps him a lot in SSB. And thanks to god I am a very simple, kind and practical person. I am not lying but for me, the problem of my parents, friends and other person matter more than my problems, it may be my weakness but this is my character. For ssb preparation, I read many SSBCrack books and they are very helpful. For general awareness, I read the newspaper daily. As I play basketball regularly so I was totally physically fit to face my SSB.
Then I got my SSB dates in September month and I was totally ready to face it as I had done my all homework. Over there my first day went good. I did well in PPDT and helped the group in making a common story and then I got screened in. For the psychological test, I just tried to relate myself with the pictures and wrote my actions for the situations. I tried to write the practical, simple and positive story for every TAT pics. In WAT I wrote sentences for almost every word.
My maximum responses were observational and informational. But my SRT went bad as I was only being able to write 38 to 40 SRT there. But they all were long two line responses. My blank story and self description was based on my qualities and I wrote like them so they can somehow relate with each other in showing my inner qualities.
I was very confident for my GTO. I always cooperated with my group. In PGT I gave many ideas and solutions. That’s why my command task was very hard but I did it. I had done 14 individual tasks. In my interview, I was not able to answer 2 to 4 questions. But I always justified myself in the personal interview. Finally, the conference day arrived and my heart was racing at that time. Finally, they called out the second person chest number and that is me. My heart was ready to explode at that time. And I can’t share my feelings in words.
In last I want to say that never lose hope in SSB. Always tried to give your 100 percent there. The zeal in your heart to become an officer is very important. Without zeal, this can not be achieved. Show yourself there, who you are, why are you there and what you have got. Think like that a one officer(you) is going there to meet other senior officers. And that’s how I achieved my goal and that was my strategy for SSB. But friends for your curiosity I want to tell you that I got medically unfit because of myopia. That’s why I am writing my story so late. I am again ready to face the SSB after getting medical out.
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