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- 30 Aug 2012 00:21
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Armed Forces
- Replies: 3324
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Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
As I look at this picture, every ounce of my ingrained Hindu belief (mostly about preserving hierarchy) screams out the following: Why is a cop wearing a red beret?! Are SF folks are cool with JKP wearing red berets or there a subtle shade distinction that escapes me? http://d.yimg.com/i/ng/sp/ap_p...
- 01 Jul 2011 00:20
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
Re: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
CQB training for Para SF has now incorporated mozambique drill - 2 shots center mass 1 shot head
- 09 Dec 2010 03:23
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: Welcome Back Pakistan: Blast in Varanasi at ghat near temple
- Replies: 352
- Views: 48945
Re: Welcome Back Pakistan: Blast in Varanasi at ghat near te
pakis are a hard spot regarding their strategy to India. They know they can't pull of another 26-11, parliament attack or anything large scale. If they do, India might make good on the Army's plans of brigade level raids on terrorist camps in POK - which will lead to an exponential escalation given...
- 08 Dec 2010 21:23
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: Welcome Back Pakistan: Blast in Varanasi at ghat near temple
- Replies: 352
- Views: 48945
Re: Welcome Back Pakistan: Blast in Varanasi at ghat near te
pakis are a hard spot regarding their strategy to India. They know they can't pull of another 26-11, parliament attack or anything large scale. If they do, India might make good on the Army's plans of brigade level raids on terrorist camps in POK - which will lead to an exponential escalation given ...
- 08 Dec 2010 20:36
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
Re: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
PMCs (Private Military Company) in Iraq or Afghanistan, in theory, are not permitted to engage in "actual combat". The reality on the ground is very different - the most notable being the incident in which Blackwater operatives fought side-by-side with US troops when they were attacked at ...
- 06 Dec 2010 23:37
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Army: News & Discussion
- Replies: 3966
- Views: 1229343
Re: Indian Army: News & Discussion
^ Muslim General takes over Command of key 15 Corps http://www.zeenews.com/news672362.html It's annoying to see the headlines being preempted by "Muslim" ... plenty of Muslims serve in the IA. If I recall correctly, Rajputana and Grenadiers have the highest %age of Muslims, followed by Gu...
- 04 Oct 2010 20:58
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
watching those poor soldiers trying to catch a nap in the dusty ground really bugs me have seen it too many times no #@@%#% jackass cares to provide half decent facilities Surya, no offense but - if you've spent any time in the military, as a jawan in those conditions a rule of thumb is that you ca...
- 04 Oct 2010 20:44
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
http://im.rediff.com/sports/2010/oct/01slide6.jpg Some q's to gurus... 1) Guy belong to which para? 2) Why the kit he is carrying on his shoulders is so bulky from front; genrally its bulky at back side... 3) Is he wearing internal Knee pads ? Looks like the Delhi Police anti-terrorist unit (it's a...
- 01 Oct 2010 01:59
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: The Ram Janmbhoomi Verdict: News and Discussion
- Replies: 1043
- Views: 195883
Re: Ram Janmabhoomi Babri Masjid verdict 30 Sep 2010
Justice Khan's take on the issue: http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article805067.ece Justice Khan, quoting an earlier judgment, said that though there was no specific prayer made by the plaintiff seeking partition, this should not come in the way of granting a decree for partition and separate ...
- 30 Sep 2010 19:31
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: The Ram Janmbhoomi Verdict: News and Discussion
- Replies: 1043
- Views: 195883
Re: Ram Janmabhoomi Babri Masjid verdict 30 Sep 2010
Most Muslims seem to be ok with the decision. Some are disappointed. None are angry.SwamyG wrote:I get the feeling, the Hindu groups consider this a victory and the Muslim groups this a disappointing verdict.
^ in my observations
- 30 Sep 2010 19:18
- Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
- Topic: The Ram Janmbhoomi Verdict: News and Discussion
- Replies: 1043
- Views: 195883
Re: Ram Janmabhoomi Babri Masjid verdict 30 Sep 2010
Trying to get a general feel of opinions from all sources ... from what I've seen, heard & read, most people are relieved with the verdict. Personally, I think the issue has been laid to rest and we, as a nation, need to move on. The SC needs to dismiss any further appeals from either party
- 24 Sep 2010 00:28
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Military Aviation
- Replies: 3926
- Views: 1256042
Re: Indian Military Aviation
WWII Indian flying ace Squadron Leader Pujji, 92, dies
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-11392381
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-11392381
- 23 Sep 2010 21:45
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Army: News & Discussion
- Replies: 3966
- Views: 1229343
Re: Indian Army: News & Discussion
Why not give him what he wants, instead of "the boot"?Rupesh wrote:
Give him the boot.
- 08 Sep 2010 19:02
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Military Aviation
- Replies: 3926
- Views: 1256042
Re: Indian Military Aviation
Thanks JaganJagan wrote:Riza, yes it is.Riza Zaman wrote:Can anyone shed light on this image or its origins? Supposedly from Cope India
fixed image
It was published in the book "When Lighting Strikes : Illustrated HIstory of No.20 Squadron 1957-2007" published by Vayu Aerospace.
- 07 Sep 2010 23:26
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Military Aviation
- Replies: 3926
- Views: 1256042
Re: Indian Military Aviation
Can anyone shed light on this image or its origins? Supposedly from Cope India
fixed image
fixed image
- 07 Sep 2010 21:16
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: CT & COIN Operations in India: News, Images and Discussion
- Replies: 2896
- Views: 827364
Re: CT and COIN operations in India: News, Images and Discus
New type of riot gear ... An Indian paramilitary solider stands alert at a road block in Srinagar on August 28, 2010 http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/0cXw3tbgcq2hq/x610.jpg Maybe he loosened the straps during his break - looks pretty warm. Ultimately, he knows what the suit is for and is entitle...
- 22 Jan 2010 02:43
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Military Acquisitions, Partnerships & Developments
- Replies: 3235
- Views: 930128
Re: Military Acquisitions, Partnerships & Developments
Not sure if this has been posted before or not ... interesting read and cites BR as a source http://foreignaffairs.house.gov/110/and062508.pdf India and the United States: A Different Kind of Relationship Testimony before House Committee on Foreign Affairs: Subcommittee on the Middle East and South ...
- 21 Jan 2010 19:56
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
Re: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
Indian SF in American plans to take out Paki nuke sites? Ajai Shukla's post The United States, according to credible recent press reports, is training Special Forces to “grab” Pakistan’s nuclear weapons if they seem about to fall into terrorist hands. And if the Indian Army is to play a role in the...
- 20 Jan 2010 21:05
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Military Aviation
- Replies: 3926
- Views: 1256042
Re: Indian Military Aviation
quick question reg. the IN's plan for the E-2D - will it be carrier based?
- 15 Jan 2010 19:25
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
combat diver badgeDmurphy wrote:
Whats that badge on top of their left breast pocket? Its the same badge that the Para Cdo is sporting.
Does that mean he is on deputation from the MARCOS?
- 12 Jan 2010 21:21
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Army: News & Discussion
- Replies: 3966
- Views: 1229343
Re: Indian Army: News & Discussion
From my (limited) exposure to former/current NSG/Para officer with the Military Attache a couple of months ago: The NSG is very unhappy with the hub implementation. Decentralization of training, dilution of skill-pool, resource scarcity were cited as the primary reasons - along with the complaint th...
- 12 Jan 2010 20:43
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
Re: Do Indian Special Forces operate behind enemy lines?
The army has missile installations near the border. No, it doesn't. The missiles were to be taken out for some maintenance in the night Missiles aren't maintained at FOBs. They're replaced. when the army got a tip that there are small groups of enemy special operatives behind the border waiting to ...
- 06 Jan 2010 19:28
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
Sent you an e-mail, just in case my e-mail is: riza.zaman(at)investors(dot)comSurya wrote:Riza -
drop me a line at balaji_b4 at garam mail
- 05 Jan 2010 19:40
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
They're wearing the same badge ...sunilUpa wrote:The badge worn by NSG commando appears to be this clicky
However the badge worn by Gen.Katoch appears to be different, a star with wings?
The badge in question is circled in red in both pics for simplicity's sake:
- 05 Jan 2010 19:07
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
if people remember the stuck ropeway rescue at mussoorie from late 80's, the army officer who conducted the actual rescue was just back from a recently completed SF course in russia. You're referring to Major (later Col.) Crasto and cable car incident at Parwanoo ... iirc he has since left the army...
- 05 Jan 2010 03:19
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
http://www.forceindia.net/images/cover-12.jpg Gen PC Katoch. Any more decorations and he would have to wear them on the back. I still dont know whats the badge on top-left chest. Saw the same badge on a NSG officer, not sure what it is. I'm guessing it's a foreign badge (not US tho). Here's a photo...
- 05 Jan 2010 01:58
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
Saw the same badge on a NSG officer, not sure what it is. I'm guessing it's a foreign badge (not US tho).Aditya G wrote:
Gen PC Katoch. Any more decorations and he would have to wear them on the back.
I still dont know whats the badge on top-left chest.
- 22 Dec 2009 22:01
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Women in Combat
- Replies: 578
- Views: 137005
Re: Women in Combat
{PS on a humorous note: My previous boss had to undergo a coronary bypass surgery, and he was back on the job in 35 days. His secretary had an abortion just before his surgery, but she availed of her full 60 days leave. He pointed this out to every person who dropped by his office to enquire about ...
- 08 Dec 2009 01:09
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
Some of the photos in the media that I've seen have featured our sailors in scooter helms and sterlings ... this was a few of years back thoughRaja Bose wrote:^^^ When did IN ever have scooter helmets? Is this going to start the annual B-R scooter helmet debate?
- 07 Dec 2009 21:15
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
http://i46.tinypic.com/33uwztj.jpg A sailor mans a machine gun aboard the INS Tabar during an exercise in the Arabian Sea off the Porbandar coast. The Indian Navy ships INS Vidyut (F48), INS Betwa (F39) and INS Tabar (F44) participated in an exercise during Indian Navy Week. AFP Looks like the IN i...
- 01 Dec 2009 21:05
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Indian Army: News & Discussion
- Replies: 3966
- Views: 1229343
Re: Indian Army: News & Discussion
India peace role in south Lebanon
In a remote corner of south-eastern Lebanon, Maj PPS Chauhan is commanding a UN check post near the strategically significant Sheba Farms area ...
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/8362099.stm
In a remote corner of south-eastern Lebanon, Maj PPS Chauhan is commanding a UN check post near the strategically significant Sheba Farms area ...
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/8362099.stm
- 24 Nov 2009 21:14
- Forum: Trash Can Archive
- Topic: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
- Replies: 3954
- Views: 1880272
Re: Miscellaneous Pictures - Indian Military
They dont seem to have any other equipment other than their rifles! I thought that the state was going to fully equip them with all the equipment. I hope they are better equipped than what these pictures show. Also, why are they wearing a maroon beret ? Isn't that exclusively for those who graduate...
- 03 Nov 2009 02:24
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: CT & COIN Operations in India: News, Images and Discussion
- Replies: 2896
- Views: 827364
- 02 Nov 2009 21:53
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
Re: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
Been out of touch for a while. so please forgive my question - what weapon is this MARCOS operative using? http://www.indiandefencereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/a-marine-commando-in-action.jpg The pic's a bit large, but I'm not sure how to make it into a thumbnail ... can a mod do the needfu...
- 22 Apr 2007 15:32
- Forum: News Folders Archive
- Topic: Indian Missiles - News Folder - April 2007
- Replies: 4
- Views: 13918
- 04 Apr 2007 08:48
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
http://www.nsg.gov.in/TrainingBrochure.pdf
NSG brochure, I had no idea there was a NSG museum - might be worth while checking out if u're in the area
NSG brochure, I had no idea there was a NSG museum - might be worth while checking out if u're in the area
- 03 Apr 2007 02:48
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
- 30 Mar 2007 10:46
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784
BBC series on the junior leader commando training camp http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re8KeMnI3No Clip 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMvWKa62J8M Clip 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qut7zK7khU Clip 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXWAfb-I6bM Clip 4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCssurS6MD0 Cl...
- 29 Mar 2007 09:51
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Pakistan forces watch -arms sales, operations, doctrine, etc
- Replies: 315
- Views: 266135
US lavishes $ 4.2 billion on Pakistan without questions
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- 17 Feb 2007 03:04
- Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
- Topic: Discussion on Indian Special Forces
- Replies: 4246
- Views: 1198784