The United States Army enlists many short-term personnel, with initial contracts ranging from two to six years. The Israeli Defense Forces, on the other hand, rely on a conscription model.
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu additionally said retired Agniveers from the state will be given preference in recruitment for the AP Police, AP Battalions, and Emergency & Fire Services
Youth anger against Modi govt’s scheme continues to be cited as a major concern in states, especially Haryana, where polls are scheduled later this year, ThePrint has learnt.
The first mega deal likely to get the green light from the defence ministry is the procurement of 100 additional Vajra K-9 howitzers. The government will also name the new Army chief this month.
The mounting defence pension burden lingered until Agnipath came in 2022. But any steps to cut pension costs now will take 15 years to make an impact as retiring Agniveers reduce annually
The first batch, comprising 273 women Agniveers, will head out to their respective postings based on their profession once they complete their shore-based attachment.
Trump’s action in Venezuela is likely to raise questions about the choices that US allies and partners face today, putting even greater stress on the international order.
Govt think tank flags India’s skewed auto export mix, warns domestic focus and high tariffs are limiting its global footprint; also highlights how auto components are a bright spot.
Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
Agnipath can, of course be put to good use by copying this template onto IAS. Their selection process has a credibility issue, they don’t need long and continuous formative training, and plus there are no spoilers like developing regimental comrade-ship etc. By adopting Agnipath – with good tweaks if required – they can be organisational role models for rest of Government machinery. Why should someone burden Armed forces with silly perspectives, especially when their only expertise is in Caste based social issues.
Nice to see the caste-obsessed author write something else other than caste. I would like the armed forces to recruit ineligible cadets, group them as irregulars, and make use of them in any way possible, including off-the-record missions or suicide missions. For example, I want to join the armed forces but I don’t meet the required physical standards or the intellectual ability to crack their written tests. However, I still want to join one of their wings and become a martyr. So, these irregular personnel can be used as dispensables behind enemy lines. Though there no physical standards or written tests for terror recruits, they can inflict commendable damage on their enemies. Our defence forces can also employ similar tactics. All that I ask in return is a bravery medal, the tricolour draped over my coffin, and the state to provide for my dependents.
Please lauch Agniveer for Army Officers and Generals also. Mr Mandal can also become General in Army with lateral entry for 4 years with Rs 28000 salary per month. What a wonderful world it will be?
Not a job guarantee scheme sounds unduly harsh. The question to ask is how well it prepares the armed forces to meet a two front challenge.
Agnipath can, of course be put to good use by copying this template onto IAS. Their selection process has a credibility issue, they don’t need long and continuous formative training, and plus there are no spoilers like developing regimental comrade-ship etc. By adopting Agnipath – with good tweaks if required – they can be organisational role models for rest of Government machinery. Why should someone burden Armed forces with silly perspectives, especially when their only expertise is in Caste based social issues.
Nice to see the caste-obsessed author write something else other than caste. I would like the armed forces to recruit ineligible cadets, group them as irregulars, and make use of them in any way possible, including off-the-record missions or suicide missions. For example, I want to join the armed forces but I don’t meet the required physical standards or the intellectual ability to crack their written tests. However, I still want to join one of their wings and become a martyr. So, these irregular personnel can be used as dispensables behind enemy lines. Though there no physical standards or written tests for terror recruits, they can inflict commendable damage on their enemies. Our defence forces can also employ similar tactics. All that I ask in return is a bravery medal, the tricolour draped over my coffin, and the state to provide for my dependents.
Please lauch Agniveer for Army Officers and Generals also. Mr Mandal can also become General in Army with lateral entry for 4 years with Rs 28000 salary per month. What a wonderful world it will be?
Mr Mandal fought against BJP , called them names & once he got prominence, he switched.
I get it why he did it. But why BJP accepted that is beyond me & also the reason why cadre is disillusioned.