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December 28, 2013

India Successfully Test Fired Pinaka Rockets

Pinaka was test fired successfully from the range of Chandipur-on-sea on 19th december 2013. Pinaka is multiple barrel rocket launcher produced by defence research and development organization (DRDO) for the Indian army. Pinaka rockets played an important role in the kargil war to neutralize the enemy’s power on tiger hill.

Development of Pinaka started in 1986 as the replacement of BM-21 grad1 launchers and the tests were started from 1995.These tests are as a result of the recent development in the rocket system as it has been upgraded to second generation mark II launchers. The older version has a range of 40 km and the latest version now has the strike power of beyond 55km. Pinaka mark-ii will undergo some more tests before been inducted into the army. Pinaka battery consists of: six launcher vehicles, each with 12 rockets; six loader-cum-replenishment vehicles; three replenishment vehicles; two Command Post vehicles (one stand by) with a Fire Control computer, and the DIGICORA MET radar.

The unguided rocket system has the capacity to neutralize large areas with rapid salvos. Pinaka system can fire a salvo of 12 rockets in 44 seconds, the sources said, adding the battery can neutralize the target within 3.9 km.

The Important features of Pinaka is

The strike range has been increased from 40 to 55 kms.
Microprocessor allows the system to be fully automatic as well as manual control
Use of console makes it easy to use and control the launchers.
Night vision gears for the driver and the crew.
Neutralization/destruction of the exposed troop concentrations, ‘B’ vehicles and other such soft targets
Cabin pressurization for crew protection in addition to blast shields
Total operational time optimized for shoot & scoot capability.
Cheaper in cost then the other Multi barrel rocket launchers systems.
Precise and effective and the accuracy is very high.
Indigenously developed and the designed according the requirements of Indian army.

Modes of Operation

Autonomous mode: In the automous mode the microprocessor plays an important role The launcher is fully controlled by a fire control computer (FCC). The microprocessor automatically executes the commands received from the FCC and it executes the precise coordinates, giving the operator the status of the system on displays and indicators.
Stand-alone mode: In this mode, the launcher is not linked to the fire control computer(FCC) , and the operator at the console enters all the coordinates and the commands for laying of the launcher system and selection of firing parameters.
Remote mode: In this mode, a remote control unit carried outside the cabin up to a distance of about 200 m can be used to control the launcher system, the launcher site and to unload the fired rocket pods from the launcher.
Manual mode: All launcher operations including laying of the system and firing are manually controlled. This mode is envisaged in the situations where the microprocessor fails or where there is no power to activate the microprocessor-based operator’s console.

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Officers Like Qualities Explained

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December 28, 2013

The three assessors measure the same 15 officers like qualities using their respective tools and techniques. It is important for you to know what you are getting tested for at the SSB.
The Fifteen Officer like Qualities are.

Officers Like Qualities Explained

Social Adjustment:

Social adaptability: ability of a person to adapt himself to the social environment and adjust well with persons and social groups.
Cooperation: It is the attitude of an individual to participate willingly in harmony with others in a group achieving the group goal.
Sense of Responsibility: It is the thorough understanding of the values of duty, social standard and of what is expected of individual and then giving it his energy and attention on own accord.

Planning and Organizing:

Effective Intelligence: This is the ability of a person to evolve solutions to practical problems.
Reasoning Ability: It is the ability of a person to grasp a given situation and arrive at the conclusion by rational thinking.
Organizing Ability: It is the ability to use the resources systematically to produce the desired result.
Power of Expression: It is the ability to put forward one’s ideas with ease and clarity.

Social Effectiveness:

Initiative: It is an ability to originate an action.
Self Confidence: It is the faith in your own abilities to meet unfamiliar situations.
Speed of Decision: It is an ability to arrive at a practical decision quickly.
Ability to influence the group: It is the ability of a person that enables him to get willing efforts of others to achieve the objectives set by him.
Liveliness: It is the ability of a person to remain cheerful when faced with difficulties to bring about a cheerful atmosphere in the group.

Dynamic:

Determination: It is the ability to put in sustained efforts to achieve objectives in spite of the obstacles and setbacks.
Courage: It is an ability to appreciate and take purposive risks.
Stamina: It is the ability to withstand physical and mental endurance.

One must try to perform as per these 15 OLQs and show these qualities during their performance in GTO, Psychology and Personal Interview.

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Indian Air Force Aircrafts 2013 -2014

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December 28, 2013

Indian Air Force (IAF) has been upgrading its combat aircraft fleet since the last few years in order to remain a super power in the Indian subcontinent. With the number of threat increasing from china in the last few years India is increasing its aircrafts inventories and increasing the strike range of the fighters. With the landing of Super Hercules in daulat beg oldi sector in August 2013 and acquiring of C-17 globemaster are some of the examples of flexing of its muscles.

For meeting the present challenges in the region from china India is enhancing its operational capability and maintaining its aircraft on the modern platform.MiG-21, MiG-27 and Jaguar aircraft have already been upgraded and Mirage-2000 and MiG-29 aircraft are planned for upgradation. The Indian Air Force is also planning to upgrade its medium lift helicopters comprising Mi-8, Mi-17 and Mi-17-IVs, as also the AN – 32 transport aircraft.
The IAF today is in the process of a most comprehensive modernisation plan. Over the next few years, the force would induct more Su-30 MKI aircraft, the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) and the Medium Multi Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA). There are plans to augment the helicopter and transport fleets too. The IAF is also in the process of acquiring radars in various categories to meet the Air Defence requirements, accurate and advanced weapons, Network Centric Warfare systems, etc, to meet its assigned tasks.

C-130J Super Hercules: It is a tactical aircraft of the Indian air force and has the capability of performing evacuation, paradrops.. One of the important feature of this aircraft is that is has the capability to operate from short airstrip and landing strip. Super Hercules recently landed on the daulat oldi beg sector in August 2013.
C-17 Globemaster: Boeing C-17 Globemaster is a military transport aircraft of Indian air force and it has been purchased by the United states of America. Right now India is operating with 4 C-17 and will get 6 more by the end of 2014. C-17 is capable of carrying a payload of 40-70 tons up to a distance of 4200-9000 km in a single hop.
IL-76: IL-76 is also a military transport aircraft of Indian airforce purchased from Soviet union. Indian airforce is operating 17 IL-7. It is a four engine heavy duty aircraft with a max speed of 850 km/hr. It has a twin 23 mm cannon in tail turret and capacity to carry 225 paratroopers or 40 tones freight, wheeled or tracked armored vehicles.
EMBRAER 145: Embraer 145 airborne is used as a early warning and control aircraft. It comes under the airborne early warning and control project of defence research and development organization. It was acquired by brazil in 2012.
Antonov AN-32 Cline: It is a military transport aircraft. The best part of this aircraft is that it can operate in extreme weather. India is operating with 109 AN-32 and 20 is being upgraded by ukrain. Twin engine turboprop, medium tactical transport aircraft of Russian origin with a crew of five and capacity to carry 39 paratroopers or max load of 6.7 tones. It has a max cruise speed of 530 km/hr.
AVRO: Twin engine turboprop, military transport and freighter of British origin having a capacity of 48 paratroopers or 6 tonnes freight and max cruise speed of 452 km/hr.
Dornier: Twin engine turboprop, logistic air support staff transport aircraft of German origin capable of carrying 19 passengers or 2057 kg freight. It has a max speed of 428 km/hr.
Boeing 737-200: Twin engine turbofan, VIP passenger aircraft of American origin with total seating capacity of upto 60 passengers. It has a max cruise speed of 943 km/hr.

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WAT Word Association Test Examples

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December 26, 2013

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WAT or Word Association Test is a partly guided, subconscious and also the test of your imagination. It is not a sentence making test. This test evaluates your quality of ideas associated with all the 60 words shown on the screen. Do not write quotation in WAT. Do not write borrowed ideas in WAT. Candidates are supposed to make out positive sentences on each word shown in the slide. Candidate’s performance depends mainly on “personality” and practice. The time limit for this test is short so a candidate has a very little time to think which drives out the personality of a candidate in the test.

I am writing some examples of word association test (my individual thoughts) . I hope these examples help you in writing WAT. I have also give the Tips for WAT, you can go and check out the link about the Tips of WAT.

Golden Tips for WAT

WAT Examples

Easy- Proper planning makes a task easy to execute.
Ahead- India’s future is bright ahead.
Sacrifice-A team player sacrifice his interests for his team.
Happy- Family and friends gives us joy and happiness.
Discussion- Discussion leads to understand others better.
Satisfaction- Working for country gives utmost satisfaction.
Encourage- Team player always encourages his team.
System-leader makes a workable and systematic plan.
Quick- Spontaneous people quickly adapt things.
Judge- P.sathasivam is the Chief justice of India.
Women- women are leading our country from the front.
Love- Love for country gives strength and optimism.
Difficulty- Difficulty serves as an opportunity for a brave man.
Duty- Working for the welfare and safety of the country is a duty.
Idea- Different ideas help us to find the solution n a short interval of time.
Books- Eleanor Catton won 2013 booker prize
Future- Hard work in present gives the best in future.
Music – Music gives peace, dedication and determination.
Error- Errors are removed by revaluation.
Work-Hard work, determination and optimism lead us to our aims.
Justice – President appoints the chief justice of India.
Charity- Altruist people give charity and empower others.
Kindness- Altruists people are Kind and generous.
Self control- Self control is the character of a leader.
Educate- Education aware and empower us.
Medicine-Medicines save lives.
Exercise – Exercise keeps us physically and mentally fit.
Poetry- Poetry fills us with Zeal and enthusiasm.
Hard work- A winner always put hard work and dedication in a work.
Blood- Blood donation camps help collecting blood.
Face- A Brave man always wins over his fear.
Snake- Snake poison is used for the manufacturing of medicines.
Luck- Luck comes with hard work.
Won- Babur won the 1st battle of Panipat.
Company- Proper coordination leads a company to greater heights.
Attempts- Continuous attempts lead us to our aim.
Knowledge- Knowledge becomes the foundation of a great future.
Honey- Honey is the outcome of hard work.
Tackle- Team coordination helps in tackling a situation.
Punctuality- Punctuality is the character of winners.
Reaction- Reactions helps to understand others better.
Offer- A friendly person always offer help.
Drive- Passion, dedication and determination drives us to our goal.

WAT Examples For Practice

1 Easy
2 Ahead
3 Sacrifice
4 Happy
5 Discussion
6 Satisfaction
7 Encourage
8 System
9 Quick
10 Comfort
11 Judge
12 Women
13 Desire
14 Bold
15 Brave
16 Defeat

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NCC 36 Notification

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December 25, 2013

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NCC 36 notification, NCC special entry for Men and Women is published by Indian army. Candidates with NCC ‘C’ certificate with minimum ‘B’ grade can apply for NCC 36th Special entry. Applications are invited fromNCC 36 UNMARRIED/MARRIED male and UNMARRIED female and also from the Wards of Battle Causalities of Army Personnel, for grant of Short Service Commission in the Indian Army.

NCC 36 Vacancies

NCC Men: 50 (45 for Gen Category and 05 for Wards of Battle Casualties of Army only)
NCC Women: 04 (10% vacancies of Women are reserved for Wards of Battle Causality of Army personnel only)

NCC 36 Eligibility Criteria

Age: For NCC candidates (including wards of Battle Casualities) 19 to 25 years (born not earlier than 02 Jul 89 and not later than 01 Jul 95).
Educational Qualification: Degree of a recognised university or equivalent with aggregate of minimum 50% marks taking into account marks of all the years. Those studying in third year are also allowed to apply provided they have secured minimum 50% aggregate marks in the first two years.
Service in NCC : Should have served for minimum two academic years in the senior Division/Wing of N.C.C.
Grading: Should have obtained minimum of ‘B’ Grade in ‘C’ Cer tificate Exam of NCC.

PERMANENT BODY TATOOS: Permanent body tatoos are only permitted on inner face of forearm, ie. from inside of elbow to the wrist and on the reverse side of palm/back(dorsal) side of hand. Permanent body tatoos on any other part of the body are not acceptable and candidates will be barred from further selection. Tribes with tatoos mark on the face or body as per their existing custom and traditions will be permitted on a case to case basis.

How to Apply for NCC 36 Special Entry

Apply on plain paper as per the format given in the advertisement, duly typed.
Applications should be posted to the nearest OC, NCC Unit from where NCC ‘C’ certificate has been issued.
Applications of Candidates serving in the Armed Forces duly counter-signed by Commanding Officer should be sent to the OC, NCC Unit from where NCC’ ‘C’ certificate has been issued.
All NCC Units will forward the applications to DDG, NCC of the concerned State,
Direcrorate General of Recruiting (Rtg ‘A’), Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army), reserves the right to shortlist applications on the basis of grade obtained by the candidates in NCC ‘C’ certificate examination/percentage of marks in degree examinations.
DDG, NCC States will process all applications and forward them to Dte Gen NCC. Special emphasis will be laid on the following points:

Check date of birth from class X Certificate,
Check Degree/Provisional degree is from a University recognised by AIU.
Check marks sheets of all years and ensure that candidate has minimum 50% marks in the aggregate for all three years and in case of third year students 50% marks in aggregate for two years.
Check NCC ‘C’ Certificate with minimum ‘B’ Grading.

The last date for receipt of applications is as under:

Last date for receipt of application at NCC Bn/Gp HQ 31 Jan 2014.
Last date for receipt of application at Rtg Dte from Dte Gen NCC- 28 Feb 2014.

Read NCC 36 Official Notification

Download NCC 36 Application Form

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A Visit To Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan’s House ~ I Found My Temple

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December 25, 2013

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After being one of the few 250 from the vast lakhs, crossing every hurdle and surviving till the very last round of my Army selection process; Rejection was too severe to even be sad. Half-hearted good byes’ and fabricated smiles were a little obvious scene and a regular one too, at SOUTH SELECTION CENTER Bengaluru.

However, I decided to keep my promise and visit ISRO Aakash layout, Yelahanka, Bengaluru. 2 hours from main Bengaluru city railway station lays a simple address, a confusing path and a much less amicable bus service to reach. Every person leaving for his Pilgrimage, gets every good wish and luck possible but I was rather riddled with questions, “what if you don’t get the address, what if they don’t attend you well, what If you miss them? “Yes, the aforementioned address was a humble abode, a blissful-should be made Heritage site, a point source of National Pride-Shaheed Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan’s parent’s house.

Being humanly positive, I dodged the asked questions, but even I was perplexed about what to tell them, talk to them, why am I even going there? After lots of hitchhiking, I finally reached that sacred row house. Standing at the door, after the bell rang… I saw a stern face asking, “Yes?” All I had to say was, “My name is Tejas.M.Vaidya, I’m a student from Mumbai”, and that swift transition from stern to a pleasant smile on Mr. K Unnikrishnan’s face was the cue, all’s got to be fine ahead. He knew why I had come, what for after-all his son has done such great deeds.

Just a few clicks on Youtube and old paper clippings very elegantly explain to you how rude and bitter Mr. Unnikrishnan is. Going with the same notion, yet determined to meet my heroes parents, as I cautiously entered that house and sitting on their couch, the first thing I saw was a chilled glass of a welcome juice and some snacks. Mr.Unnikrishnan was to hurry for work; he calmly sat down beside me and talked to me. He asked me all sorts of questions, about me, about my family, my Army exam, my education and carefully paying attention to every word is said. A bit betwixt, he reminisced his son and referred his instances, about his will to join the army, his simple being, humble attitude, love for stray dogs, his manners. He said, “Sandeep is still with us, not in physical being but my sub-conscious is drenched with him.” He went a step ahead to even prove it: he couldn’t find his Mumbai-Railway timetable and route guide for 3 months, but that day as per him, Major Shaheed in his subconscious propelled him to search it again, saying maybe this Mumbai boy may bring luck and he found it (Unbelievable or fabricated, seems so right? isn’t’. )

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I was fortunate to see every medal Major earned in his lifetime and so after; His photos, from childhood, all the poems, write-ups and eulogies sent to them from all over Bharat. My adrenaline peaked or catapulted when I first time in life saw an Ashoka Chakra. I’ll bluntly say, believe it or not… I did feel the presence of my Hero, Major Sahib in that house. That’s where I had one of the most honest of thoughts, “I FOUND MY TEMPLE.”

After more and more friendly talks with uncle and aunty, I had the most royal lunch… excellent daal kadhi, 2 delumptious vegetables, rice and more types of daals; all vegetables homespun!!!… Marring every news, highlight and false notion about Mr.Unnikrishnan, about his bitterness, I saw a very humble proud father, a caring uncle. To my luck, he gave me a surprise in the end…. He proudly said, come I will give you something, his mother added that I’am lucky and stroked my cheek and BAAAAMMMMM!!!!!

There was Unni uncle, withdrawing a cover from an old kinetic 4 stroke bike, “This is his bike, he bought it from his owns money, I’ll drop you on this to the bus stop.” Such a big man dropped me off at the bus station, after which he went for his owns work. As I was riding back to my room, I received a call from an unknown number, “Have your reached your room?, don’t astray, reach on time and in case you miss your bus to Mumbai, come stay with us, next time if you come for your army exam in Bengaluru come here, this is your house only.” That firm voice was Unni uncle, who had already stored my number I left in his visitor’s diary. We spoke last as I confirmed my safe arrival back home and he promised to visit my home when he visits Thane next.

For every defense aspirant, this is his true pilgrimage. I’ll go a step further and mention some other things, please do visit them, they feel proud and stronger every time. “Don’t come up, I will handle them”. Were his last words, “Life is for living not for regretting. Never bother another person in your life”, were Shaheed Major Unnikrishnan’s one of the first few words of wisdom.

A more shameful thing is, there are multiple roads and exam halls, chowks and structure is named after Shaheed Major but Unni uncle still stands in a queue to renew his pass, has to wait unnecessarily at senile government offices. They barely know who he is, or bluntly reply, “SO WHAT!!!”, when he mentions his son’s name. CM didn’t attend his sons funeral, went overboard and openly said, “if it were not for Major, not even a dog will visit that house.”

Not done eh boss, not done.

I found my temple and I have found my cause, what about you?

About Author: Tejas Vaidya: Tejas is a young defence aspirants and want to server our motherland like Shaheed Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan.

Group Planning Exercise 7 SSB Interview

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December 24, 2013

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Group planning exercise is the first task of the GTO, and should be seen as a sound opportunity for making an impression on the GTO. A group planning exercise contains a set of problems which brings out all “officers’ like qualities” in a candidate which encompasses quality to lead (the lads), organizing, courage, team work, spontaneity, and effective intelligence, etc.

We are sharing an exercise to practice; you can share your remedies in the comment box.

Group Planning Exercise 7

You are 8 friends from Ranikhet went to Kalnu hills for expedition. You are staying in a small lodge at Malroad market. You have a return train at 7.00 pm leaving for Ranikhet from Sahibabad station. You were taking a stroll in the market when a person comes running to you and tells you there is a landslide have occurred in Kalnu hills and many people get trapped in the landslide. He also tells you that the fish plate of the train track has been removed near Sahibabad station because of poor maintenance. A train passes the track at 6.30pm. In the meanwhile another person tells you that an accident occurred on Ratnagar highway which led few people injured. There is a hospital and a NDRF team in Chaubatia village. Carts are available at Jhakra village. It is 5:00 pm already. As being young and brave, what you will do.

Tips for GPE

Keep a proper body language as it will help you in the group discussion.
Use proper postures and gesture to put your point more effectively.
Locate your position using the direction mentioned in the map. If you get the opportunity to narrate the plan, use direction, distance, time required and the right time to narrate the story.
When GTO narrates a story, listen to it very carefully and count the no. of problems. It will help you to remember the no. of problems and set the priority accordingly.
Prioritize your solution; help the person who needs it utmost.
Use the resources efficiently; it will increase your chance to stand out in your group.
Talk to your group a day before the task and make a strategy. It will help you and your group to follow a strategy.
If someone is narrating the conclusion do not interrupt him in-between.
If you think that a person in a group talks too much or in any means is intimidating, try to talk to him before the task starts and tell him that the purpose is to get recommended not to fight.
Try to give a reason behind your points it will help others to understand your point.
Use proper postures and gesture to put your point more effectively.
Always wear a smile while a task, you are there for a discussion only not a war.
Try to give a reason behind your points it will help others to understand your point.
Divide the group according to requirement. Send more people where the situation is more vulnerable.

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How withdrawal of NATO from Afghanistan will Affect India

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December 24, 2013

International affairs are very important in SSB as it affect India and its security. Withdrawal of NATO forces from Afghanistan in 2014 is one of the matters India is observing closely.

NATO

NATO stands for North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan will affect India the most as India has pledged assistance to Afghanistan about $2 billion and is the 5th largest bilateral donor to the country. India has not indulged himself in the war against Taliban and Al-Qaeda as it can cause threat to India’s safety and protection. India has building dams, college, schools, roads and building in Afghanistan. Beside that India built the new parliament of Afghanistan and furthermore India has given scholarships to students and providing training to soldiers as well. India has also taken Charbar port from Iran as Gwadar port has been taken by China from Afghanistan.

India has been cautious in Defense cooperation as it can be a threat to India from Taliban but focused on training of Police.

Challenges for India post withdrawal of NATO from Afghanistan .

After the withdrawal of NATO, Taliban will be rejuvenated under the control of ISI of Pakistan.
Second challenge will be from Pakistan which has continued to back Taliban and Anti–Indian actors.
Third is the remerging power of Taliban forces in Afghanistan.

India’s stake

India is adopting a low key role in the last few years, India’s help in reconstruction and development have well received and by the people. India’s small-budget interventions in Pashtu areas have been well appreciated by the population in areas infested by the militants, which has even forced the Taliban to grudgingly acknowledge India’s constructive role. The partnership agreement between the two countries allows India to strengthen linkages in the security sector too. The common Afghan is keen that India continues to play a bigger role in stabilizing Afghanistan. In contrast, Pakistan has lost credibility among the Afghans, who consider it as a country which does not have anything positive to offer, and can only export terrorism and destabilize the situation further.

Economic Stability

India-Afghanistan economic stability is one of that affect India-Afghanistan relationship. Free Trade Agreement with Afghanistan can be one of the options. The recent investment summit on Afghanistan is a good beginning that must be sustained. Afghanistan is in urgent need of measures to boost its revenue generating capacity. India can contribute in the field of agriculture, building infrastructure (railroads, highways, processing plants, etc.), which could spur long-term economic growth and create jobs, and building of institutions that will stabilize the process of democratization.

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Self Description and SSB Interview

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