Lt Gen Rajeev Puri has called for a comprehensive review of women commanding officers’ (COs) performance in the Indian Army, citing concerns about their leadership effectiveness. In a letter to Lt Gen Ram Chander Tiwari, he highlighted issues such as poor interpersonal relations, lack of empathy, and authoritarian decision-making among women COs in his corps. Lt Gen Puri also noted incidents of misplaced entitlement and over-ambition, emphasizing the need for gender-neutral postings and selection processes for COs.
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'Injury was serious… people I knew stopped picking my calls'
SummaryKrishan Kumar, an Indian athlete, experienced a significant setback due to a ligament tear sustained during training in Switzerland ahead of the World Championships. Despite competing post-injury, he could not perform at his peak, and additional injuries jeopardized his Olympic aspirations, leading to a period of isolation. However, with support from his family and his army background, Krishan remained determined, successfully navigating his rehabilitation without the need for surgery. Full Article
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