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by SwamyG
02 Mar 2022 01:40
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

Putin is modern Ghatotkacha. He is taking the financial Shakti weapon straight on his chin. And the Arjun he is saving with that sacrifice is Xi Jinping. Plans go always awry. My vote is that it is Modi/India. Covid and this war, has made India look better. Coupta is already crying that this is imp...
by SwamyG
02 Mar 2022 01:39
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

Putin is modern Ghatotkacha. He is taking the financial Shakti weapon straight on his chin. I was thinking about Kaal Chiron's Indra Shakti a few days ago. We were expecting something to happen within the Indian establishment. What if it were to happen outside the Indian civilization boundaries, we...
by SwamyG
02 Mar 2022 01:19
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

There is a WhatsApp forward making rounds. It speculates the only reason the West is interested to drag India is to demonize India. According to the theory: The west knows India will not kowtow, but uses this opportunity to paint India as not standing up for democracy. India was not there when the W...
by SwamyG
01 Mar 2022 21:07
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

I like the way Vlodomyr roams around in olive baniyan. And Vladmir is all dressed in suit.

It is all about messaging and propaganda. Hopefully Indian exporters notice this, and start exporting olive baniyans more. :rotfl:
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 23:11
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

On the topic of Russians losing the propaganda war. They are not fighting the propaganda war. They are no match for propaganda against them, and they should know that. Attackers are always the bad guys unless there is a reason the common man can understand. Humans tend to gravitate towards a simple ...
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 22:57
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

I do not share with some members sentiments that India has suffered because of this war. There is always a price to pay in wars. Covid 19 showed some gaps, and the government fixed them. We improved our capabilities and strengthened in other areas. The domestic and international audiences have ackno...
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 08:06
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

achy wrote: We should not call it European wars.. then this will reduce this war as war for territory... We should stick to what it is : West vs Russia's civilizational war
For India, Russia is West as well. Ultimately they are shirts and pants from the same fabric.
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 05:28
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

It is the 3rd major European war within 100 years with American involvement. Let’s just hope it doesn’t become WWIII. What is fascinating is the interest of some observers to pull in India into the chaos. What is even more worrying is Ukraine's reaction to India abstaining, and Indian students (and...
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 05:24
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

Vayutuvan wrote: Swamy G. gaaru,

Russia is in Europe too. It is an internecine fight between the white NATO and white Russia (defunct Warsaw pact with only Belarus in that pct now)
Yes, that is what I meant. It should be called the European War. As Europe should be blamed, not just these two.
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 05:18
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

hnair wrote:Confusing times :lol:
One thought Cold War was bad for some countries. But Uni-Polar World has been bad too. War results in peace. Peace results in War. Cycle continues.
by SwamyG
28 Feb 2022 05:11
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

We need to call this "European War 2022". Though Ukraine and Russia are involved inna direct military conflict, NATO and European Union have their hands in the War pie.

https://twitter.com/GaRudan_S/status/14 ... xRlvw&s=09
by SwamyG
25 Feb 2022 20:51
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

WION has been airing news about the crisis since past 1 month, with very pronounced anti-Russia stand. Generally WION and Timesnow are considered pro-BJP and pro India, so a anti-Russia stand on both seems to show which way the government is tilting. Even DD kind of has a slightly anti-Russia stand...
by SwamyG
25 Feb 2022 19:44
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

So it is a bit confusing. Can't a regime change be done in a much less expensive means? Russia's actions are similar to Georgia 2008. 4 day war, after which Georgia realised that Russia's pre-war demands were actually very reasonable. They lost part of their country (South Ossetia) and suffered eno...
by SwamyG
25 Feb 2022 19:33
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

From CNN: “We are also targeting Russian elites by curbing their deposits so that they cannot hide their money anymore in safe havens in Europe,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen Wait how is this a bad thing for Russia? Hope EU extends this to India as well :mrgreen: That is an op...
by SwamyG
25 Feb 2022 04:14
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

chanakyaa wrote:if it is true, closer to Chernihiv means Kyiv could feel the heat within 24 hours. Will Dnieper river be the new LOC?

https://southfront.org/ukraine-results- ... on-videos/
Donbas is too small region. However Coal and Steel profits are key in that region.
by SwamyG
25 Feb 2022 00:29
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

If the two officially acknowledged surgical strikes on Porkis by desh nangafied the Porkis regarding their capabilities and willingness, East Europe excursions by Russia 'nangafies' NATO/West/USA regarding their political will power. They have the military capabilities, which is beyond doubt, but la...
by SwamyG
24 Feb 2022 21:37
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

What is interesting is the speed of this advance. Why dont we see regular Ukranian army units putting up a fight? How do they lose an airport so quickly? Because perhaps the BIF propaganda of Ukrainians and Russians being "bitter enemies" may not be true on the ground? IIRC, both Vladimir...
by SwamyG
24 Feb 2022 19:54
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

vijaykarthik wrote:On a side note, best defence option for Ukraine will be to have force conc in Kyiv and make it urban warfare. Im reasonably certain US / NATO will have given them some war plans for max impact.
Russia will be happy attacking the military positions and not indulge in urban warfare.
by SwamyG
24 Feb 2022 10:50
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

John wrote: That’s not what Putin thinks he needed a distraction from his economic failure backing off means he his back to square one and economy will be back in focus.
I am not sure how you are so certain about your evaluation.
by SwamyG
24 Feb 2022 10:43
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

Need to watch flight routes from north America & Europe to India. Many of these go over Russia and near Ukraine. Hopefully Eurocontrol has diverted these further east. The last thing we need is an automated SAM strike on commercial or general aviation aircraft. Last time a Malaysian Airlines wa...
by SwamyG
24 Feb 2022 10:27
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]
Replies: 5804
Views: 927736

Re: Eastern Europe/Ukraine [Feb 6th 2015]

I know people here who were claiming west was making up whole invasion angle was proved wrong, truth is Putin was hoping for quick attack using false flag attack as excuse but leaked Intel basically threw him in back foot. He can still go ahead or back off and look weak. If anyone is looking weak, ...
by SwamyG
15 Feb 2022 06:27
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Assembly Elections - 2022 & 2023
Replies: 1718
Views: 401449

Re: Assembly Elections - 2022

Why did they try this stunt in the first place? The muslim vote must have been already highly polarized. The marginal gains must have been very less. The best plan can go awry. One theory I read was 3T had made an impact among muslim women. Another one I read was Yogi was gaining traction even amon...
by SwamyG
14 Feb 2022 23:44
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: Assembly Elections - 2022 & 2023
Replies: 1718
Views: 401449

Re: Assembly Elections - 2022

A data point to relate how BIF try various things to change the dynamics in voting. Now they suddenly feel Court proceedings should be paused. https://twitter.com/LiveAdalat/status/1493283712057761799 Hijab case : Girl who filed case in Karnataka HC for Hijab has requested the court to postpone hear...
by SwamyG
08 Dec 2021 23:22
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Military Flight Safety
Replies: 3361
Views: 861100

Re: Military Flight Safety

Moksham Praptirastu to all the departed. A very sad day. :(
by SwamyG
02 May 2021 11:30
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Irrespective of who wins in Bengal, BJP got 3 seats 2016. It is still a major achievement. Sir, if the TMC wins their goons will wreak terrible vengeance on the BJP karyakartas on the ground. Karyakartas are all-in on this election. Without BJP control of the state machinery and police, it will be ...
by SwamyG
02 May 2021 09:30
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

All postal ballots.
by SwamyG
02 May 2021 09:24
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

ramana wrote:So which channels in Youtube to watch for Bengal and TN?
Polimer News for TN is ok.
by SwamyG
02 May 2021 09:22
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Dilbu wrote:BJP will lose onlee. :(( :(( :((
zor see bolo. dum laga ke bolo. :((
by SwamyG
26 Mar 2021 09:44
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

devendra kulla vellar comprise folks from all religions, because many have converted. One doesn't see them as being particularly grateful because their next stop may well be building a significant political presence specifically for themselves, one that is not tied to someone's coattails or apron s...
by SwamyG
25 Mar 2021 23:52
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Kati wrote: Yes. Actually, most of the people overlook the hidden hand of Sangh played in the last ten years.
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Sangh has been working in BJP as well. It has managed to keep the Devendra Kulla Vellar together and give the 7 sub-castes within them the recognition they wanted for decades.
by SwamyG
25 Mar 2021 22:18
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Satta Bazar till two days ago (March 21, 2021): BJP/NDA: for Rs. 1 bet - return Rs.1 [Seems a bit optimistic; my return should be Rs. 2] TMC: for Rs. 1 bet - return Rs. 5 [Seems too much pessimistic; my return should be Rs. 2.50] INC+LF+ISF: for Rs. 1 bet - return Rs. 16 [About right; my return can...
by SwamyG
25 Mar 2021 22:10
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Talking to people on the ground, It will AIADMK scraping thru to get a majority in Tamizh Nadu. And this will be the beginning of the end of ThiMuka party as it's known. Scraping through is good. It will keep PMK and BJP in demand. And also BJP can 'get' some thi-moo-ka MLA's. Being 15 years out of...
by SwamyG
25 Mar 2021 22:07
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Dr Praveen Patil @5Forty3 #ThalaiviTrailer is a good example of how "creatives" on the right side of the political divide can fail in their ultimate political objectives due to bad timing. Remember Udta Punjab strategically released months before the Punjab elections? I was thinking the s...
by SwamyG
02 Mar 2021 08:15
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

Is this a big news in TN ? will there be any potential electoral impact on Dalit votes due to this incident ? Negligible impact. Media and all propganda heavily controlled by DMK. DMK has done similar things in the past as well. Plus TN is heavily a casteist state. Even some of the AIADMK partners ...
by SwamyG
01 Mar 2021 23:02
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Five State Elections
Replies: 1447
Views: 311892

Re: 2021 Five State Elections

The opponents of BJP fear that in Pondicherry, the election results do not matter; as BJP will wrest control anyway after the elections. Their supporters are already whining to that effect. :rotfl: L.Murugan has been insisting from mid-2020 that BJP can do good in 60 seats. That seems to be his numb...
by SwamyG
29 Jan 2021 08:23
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 14901
Views: 2924610

Re: 2021 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

sanjaykumar wrote: The blunt truth is the haryanavis will get off easy but the Sikhs have precipitated a public relations disaster for themselves.
Definitely the sheen of the Sikhs will come off. With Hindus slowly setting their narratives, there is going to be a fresh look at the history and recent past.
by SwamyG
26 Jan 2021 22:40
Forum: Strategy, Politics & International Relations Forum
Topic: 2021 Strategic and Political Analysis-1
Replies: 14901
Views: 2924610

Re: 2021 Strategic and Political Analysis-1

This is the 4th generation warfare that Pigeon and others had predicted a long time ago. I do not for a moment think GoI has been caught off-guard. The enemy is powerful and resourceful. It is not going to be a cakewalk even for the best of the best.