Notes by Dehran

Top 10 key takeaways from the book "On the Psychology of Military Incompetence" by Norman F. Dixon👇 1/ Military failure is often rooted less in lack of intelligence or skill, and more in predictable psychological patterns and institutional culture.

@Ahlawat2012 Nice one !!

In 2004, the Indian Army began officially designating military golf courses as Army Environmental Park and Training Areas (AEPTA). This reclassification was used as a strategic measure because recreational golf was not originally recognized as an authorized activity on "Key Location Plan" (KLP) defence land. Some can see a similarity here 😂😇

@grok @sonnigberger @rathorekaran17 BoG ?

This is about a major Indian Army rejig: mechanised infantry battalions are being reintegrated under the Armoured Corps (effective June 1) after years of separation. The goal is better combined-arms efficiency—tanks + protected infantry working together instead of isolated, as seen in Ukraine where unsupported armour took heavy losses. A return to the old structure for stronger battlefield synergy.

A welcome step. Someone had greatly erred by separating the twins joined at the hip . Indian Army brings mechanised infantry back under armoured corps in major rejig timesnownews.com/india/indian-a…

@sonnigberger @rathorekaran17 What’s that ??@grok

@rathorekaran17 What happens to BoG ? Under AC too ?

@KesariDhwaj This seems to be the norm with all the clubs.

The Scam that is Delhi Gymkhana Club - The original charter called for membership to be divided between Defense, Bureaucracy and Eminent Civilians/Private Sector. - Total membership frozen at 5,600 - Divided into the above three categories in 40:40:20 ratio. - Apart from these members with voting rights, there are other categories who don't have voting right but can enjoy the premises and its facilities. - For example, if you're an army officer or a bureaucrat posted with Central Government, you can enjoy the use of the Club after paying a certain fee. But this right is limited to the time your deputation to Central Government lasts. Baap Ki Jagir - One of the most interesting aspect of this membership is the privilidge which the children of the existing members get. - Children of the members first get to enjoy the DGC as dependants. - As they grow old, they get a Green Card to continue enjoying the facilities but w/o voting rights. This allows them to continue to access the facility from their late teens untile late 20s or 30s. - Next, they are pushed up the ladder and join an exalted category known as User of the Premises (UCP). [historically referred to in legal filings as User of Club Premises Pending Election] - This is the final step before they are granted the full membership. - So, while a new applicant has to wait for 30+ years to become a member and start enjoying the facilities of the DGC, a child of an existing member has continuous access to the Club from his birth, till his full membership. The ultimate scam! - As mentioned earlier, the membership is strictly divided between military personnel, bureaucrats and civilians in 40:40:20 ratio. - So, it would be right to assume that when the club started, it would have 40% military officers, 40% bureaucrats and 20% eminent civilians. - And common sense would expect that in case an existing defence member was to die or resign his membership, he would be replaced by another defense personnel. Same would apply in case of bureaucrats and civilians so as to maintain the 40:40:20 ratio. - Aha! But here were the scam lies... - Lets do this with an example. (1) Suppose my father (who's actually ex-army) was a member of the DGC. (2) Starting from my childhood, I would've had unrestricted access to the facility till by 30s when I become eligible to become a permanent member myself (refer to the UCP category above). (3) But I work in the Coporate Sector! Therefore, I should not be eligible for membership under either the Defence or the Bureaucratic share (40:40). At best, my membership should be under the Civilian quota (20% share - minimal seats, and hence, longest waiting period). (4) But this where you're an idiot to assume that logic and rules, which apply to Mango people, apply in such rarefied institutions as well. (5) You see, because I'm son of an ex-army officer who is a member, I'm eligible for membership within the 40% Defense share! 😝 (6) You get where this is going? (7) The Defense and Bureaucrat memberships, which account for 80% of the seats, have a mix of actual defense officers and bureucrats, AND childrens of members from these categories who have nothing to do with either defense or bureaucracy! 🤣 (8) So, a General Sahab's son or a Bureucrat's daughter who happen to be investment banker and painter respectively, are members of the DGC under Defense and Bureaucrat categories because their father's are DGC members under defense and bureaucrat categories, respectively. All within the family Here's one more angle - the father and the children can be members at the same time! Again, going back to my own hypothetical case. My father (Ex-Army) is a member. I have the privilidge of using the premises till my 30s and then, a slot opens up in the Defense Category (40%). I get approval from other members and I also become a permanent member with voting rights. Now, my father (ex-army) and I (nothing to do with the Services) are both members under the defense category of one of India's most elite club. What can be more absurd than this?

#PAF 2030 "No Defence in Depth" Push-Back Strategy: #PL17 envelope, anchored on #J35A holding line west of border + silent kill web, pushes back IAF #BrahMos/#ScalpEG launch line by ~220 km — exposing AEW&C, tankers & strikers to far higher risk.

@grok @SecNavPhelan @POTUS @WhiteHouse Do huge, visible ships still play a disproportionate role in cognitive and narrative warfare (deterrence, prestige, domestic reassurance)?

**Battleships? Short answer: not in the classic WWII big-gun sense.** Modern naval warfare favors carriers for air dominance, stealthy subs for undersea threats, distributed missile shooters (destroyers/cruisers), and increasingly drones/unmanned vessels. Large, expensive surface ships are vulnerable to anti-ship missiles, hypersonics, and swarms—lessons from recent conflicts. This Trump-class "Defiant" proposal is more like a massive guided-missile arsenal ship with advanced weapons (hypersonics, railguns, etc.) than traditional battleships. Proponents see it as firepower projection; critics argue the cost, build time, and survivability make it a high-risk gamble vs. more numerous, flexible platforms. Real relevance depends on how it integrates into distributed ops. Interesting concept though—what aspect intrigues you most?

The future Trump Class Battleship USS DEFIANT will be the largest, deadliest, most versatile, and best-looking warship anywhere on the world’s oceans. I want to thank @POTUS for his vision to make this game-changing capability a reality for America’s Navy.

That one line wasn’t just humor— it was emotional intelligence at its finest.

Simply the best. Give Me a shout if you’re a fellow Gen X……

@Mon123458 That’s tiger and Lion.

شاهد كيف يختلف النمر عن الأسد في التفاصيل 🤯

@TheFederal_News @sathyarj8 For some laughing during stressful times is a way to overcome emotional distress.

A video showing police officers laughing during a press conference on the Coimbatore child murder case has triggered backlash on social media. Users criticised the conduct by the officials as Tamil Nadu continues to react strongly to the brutal killing. #coimbatore #tamilnadu #police #viral #socialmedia #pressmeet #outrage #crime

@SSBCrack He is no more petty and now a national icon.

Meet Petty Officer Gurindervir Singh. The Indian Navy sprinter who became India’s fastest man. On 24 May 2026, Gurindervir Singh created history in Ranchi. At the 29th National Federation Cup Athletics Championships, he clocked 10.09 seconds in the men’s 100m final. With this, he became the first Indian to break the 10.10-second barrier. He shattered the national record. He qualified for the 2026 Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. And he officially became India’s fastest man. The Indian Navy celebrated the moment with a powerful line: “THE FASTEST MAN IN INDIA WEARS WHITES.” Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said Gurindervir had “rewritten history.” For India, this was not just a race. It was a statement. Gurindervir Singh was born on 24 December 2000. He hails from Patial village near Bhogpur in Jalandhar district, Punjab. Sport was always a part of his family. His father, Kamaljit Singh, is a retired Assistant Sub-Inspector and former national-level volleyball player. He recognised Gurindervir’s speed at an early age. With limited facilities, his father trained him in skipping, jumping, running, and basic drills. His mother became his biggest emotional support. His grandfather was a kabaddi player who had served in the Indian Army. Discipline, sport, and service were part of his upbringing. As a child, Gurindervir was inspired by Usain Bolt’s legendary 2008 Beijing Olympic sprint. He began serious training around the age of seven or eight. At Guru Nanak Mission Public School, coach Sarwan Singh spotted his talent. Later, coaches like Sarabjit Singh helped refine his sprinting technique. But his journey was not easy. At the age of 13, when he chose the 100m seriously, some coaches discouraged him. They told him Indians did not have the genes for elite sprinting. Gurindervir did not accept that. He decided to prove that Indian genes are strong. In 2022, he suffered a serious digestive disorder. The condition affected the mucous lining of his stomach. His body struggled to absorb nutrients properly. He was forced to stay away from competition for nearly a year. At one point, he even came close to giving up the sport. But Gurindervir refused to stop. His comeback began with patience, discipline, and mental toughness. In mid-2024, the Reliance Foundation stepped in to support him. That changed his preparation completely. Under English coach James Hillier at the Reliance Foundation High-Performance Centre, he received world-class training. Nutrition, physiotherapy, strength training, recovery, and sports psychology became part of his routine. He trained alongside top Indian sprinters like Animesh Kujur, Manikanta Hoblidhar, and Amlan Borgohain. The competition within the group pushed everyone to become faster. Alongside athletics, Gurindervir Singh also serves the nation. He is a Petty Officer in the Indian Navy. A Petty Officer is a senior non-commissioned rank in the Navy. Through the sports quota, he balances military service with elite athletics. The Indian Navy has proudly supported his journey. From his 10.20-second national record in Bengaluru in 2025 to his historic 10.09 seconds in Ranchi, the Navy stood behind him. His story carries echoes of another great military athlete. Milkha Singh discovered his sprinting talent while serving in the Indian Army. Today, Gurindervir Singh carries that proud tradition forward in Navy whites. His rise has been rapid. In March 2025, he clocked 10.20 seconds at the Indian Grand Prix-1 in Bengaluru. It was a new national record. In April 2025, he was part of the 4×100m relay team that clocked 38.69 seconds. Another national record. In March 2026, he clocked 6.60 seconds in the 60m. Yet another national record. Then came May 2026 in Ranchi. He ran 10.17 seconds in the semifinal. Another record. And in the final, he delivered the historic 10.09 seconds. He exploded from the blocks. He maintained his form. He powered through the finish line. He finished 0.11 seconds ahead of Animesh Kujur. The previous national mark of 10.18 seconds was gone. India had a new sprinting hero. After the race, Gurindervir said he had imagined this since childhood. “I have been thinking from the time I was eight years old that I can go this fast.” For him, the 100m is not only about speed. It is about mental strength. He also credited his training partners. “If he runs fast, I want to run faster. Athletes have to push each other.” His bib and t-shirt carried a powerful message: “10.10. Task is not finished yet. Wait, I am still standing.” It was a message to himself. And also to those who had doubted him. In victory, he thanked his father, mother, coaches, trainers, dietitian, and the Reliance Foundation. His story is not just about one record. It is about belief. It is about resilience. It is about breaking barriers. For decades, India was told that elite sprinting was out of reach. Gurindervir Singh has challenged that belief. His 10.09-second run has opened a new chapter for Indian sprinting. He has already set his next target. “Soon, the world will see Indians running below 10 seconds.” As India looks ahead to the 2026 Asian Games and Commonwealth Games, one name will carry huge expectations. Petty Officer Gurindervir Singh. The Navy man from Punjab. The record-breaker. The fighter. The fastest man in India.

@RohitYa7173924 @Vodka_Cyanide He is already a Navy man

Finish karne se pehle itna aggression avoid kiya hota to kuchh mili seconds bach sakta tha, just saying !

@timesofindia National Hero. Not local hero

#GurindervirSingh has made headlines by breaking the national 100m record with an electrifying time of 10.09 seconds. This achievement not only secures his place in the upcoming #Commonwealth and #AsianGames but also turns him into a local hero. Details here 🔗toi.in/MWQAqa13

I’d like to start my week with that same momentum…🙂 #MondayMotivation

@bsindia @Satarupa_B General Anil Chauhan says the plan looks at India's geography as one entity and then beyond

New theatre command would be unique, says CDS General Anil Chauhan Full story 👇 @Satarupa_B business-standard.com/blueprint-defe…

@ashish_mdp @vijeshetty Best explanation

@vijeshetty She is just marking her bottle so that other crew don't use it.

Do you know why?

Oscar Wilde says that the most beautiful women are those who cannot be tamed, because they give life a color whose absence is unbearable; as if their very existence is a protest against monotony.

@IAF_MCC @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @CAC_CPRO @IafSac @tracomiaf @MC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @IAFTPS Now no one is looking at the camera.

The Indian Air Force marked the graduation of the 48th Flight Test Course at the Air Force Test Pilots School, Bengaluru on 23 May 2026. Eleven Test Pilots and Six Flight Test Engineers successfully completed the rigorous 48-week training programme and will now join the Aviation Wing of Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE). Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Mshl AP Singh, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and awarded certificates and trophies to the graduating officers. Sqn Ldr KK Singh, VM received the “Suranjan Das Trophy”, Sqn Ldr Aditya Jamdagni the “Chief of the Air Staff Trophy”, Wg Cdr Abhinav Kumar the “Maharaja Hanumanth Singh Sword”, Wg Cdr Pranav Sharma the “Dunlop Trophy” and Sqn Ldr Paras Sharma the “Kapil Bhargava Trophy” for outstanding performance during the course. The CAS highlighted the crucial role of flight test crew in strengthening indigenous aerospace capability and advancing the nation’s vision of Aatmanirbharta. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF

@IndiaTales7 2 pythons

Australian woman casually pulls a massive python out of her ceiling like it’s just another Tuesday 🐍🇦🇺