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The recently-concluded Doklam standoff is a stern warning of the importance of a credible

military capacity.

One of the continuing problems in the Indian military is the excessive number of civilian

personnel in its ranks.

This means that despite the impressive statistic of having a million plus military, less than

half are actually combat personnel.

The Narendra Modi government has reportedly ordered the implementation of many of the

recommendations of the Shekatkar committee which seeks to redress this problem.

If properly implemented, it would result in India adding an additional three divisions

without having to increase the number of overall personnel.

The Indian military's 'tooth-to-tail' ratio stands today at about one soldier to

1.15 civilians, when the number should preferably be reversed.

Even using more refined measures doesn't help the country's ranking.

A McKinsey study, using 2008 data from the Institute of International Strategic Studies,

showed that in a country like Israel the combat plus combat support component of the military

was 44%.

Relatively, pacific Japan scored 40% while China had a figure of 34%.

India, however, came in at a lowly 25%.

The expectation is that technological and infrastructure improvements will mean a more

streamlined communications and transport system.

Similar recommendations have been made over the decades.

The Krishna Rao committee was able to abolish stretcher-bearers and animal transport units

in the 1980s.

But the real reforms required are still being avoided by the government.

The most important is the integration of the three services.

For example, the army, air force and navy wastefully have their own separate logistics

networks which results in considerable redundancy and even more waste.

Tri-service integration and the creation of theatre commands remains a bridge too far

it seems even though it would arguably do more to enhance India's combat readiness

than almost any other policy change.

At least the military will have a powerful incentive to do its best to implement the

changes.

The number of personnel has been effectively capped and the services recognise that whatever

is saved in terms of expenditure will be used to purchase capital equipment – guns, airplanes

and ships that remain the brass' number one demand.

Military reforms are among the most difficult to carry out because of the sensitivities

concerned and the web of vested interests that will oppose change in any form.

Given their importance to national security, however, the government would do well to put

the Shekatkar recommendations on the fast lane.

For more infomation >> Overhaul of Indian Army is good, now also integrate the three services - Duration: 2:53.

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AMAZÔNIA SERÁ ESSE O FIM DO MUNDO?AMAZON IS THAT THE END OF THE WORLD? - Duration: 2:54.

End of the world

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Thomas Lemar is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal - Duration: 3:01.

Thomas Lemar is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal

Thats according to French journalist Matt Spiro who wrote on Twitter: Monaco accept Arsenals £90m bid for Thomas Lemar.

However am told player would rather join Liverpool. Arsene Wenger spent most of the summer chasing the Monaco winger only to admit defeat a couple of weeks ago.

The Gunners boss said the Ligue 1 champions had shut the door on a deal and said their hopes of signing him were "dead". Liverpool have since attempted to sign Lemar.

Anfield chiefs have held talks with their Monaco counterparts and lodged a bid. But in a major twist to the transfer saga it appears the Gunners have seized the initative. However, Lemar now has his heart set on a move to Anfield.

Arsenal have had a turbulent few days. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has left for Jurgen Klopp's men. Meanwhile Manchester City are actively pursuing wantaway Alexis Sanchez. Thomas Lemar is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal.

Lemar has emerged as one of Europe's hottest prospect after dazzling for Monaco last term. But having already lost a host of influential stars, they've been very reluctant to let him leave the club.

Since signing from Caen in 2015, Lemar has made 64 appearances for Monaco and scored 14 goals. Thats according to French journalist Matt Spiro who wrote on Twitter: Monaco accept Arsenals £90m bid for Thomas Lemar.

However am told player would rather join Liverpool. Arsene Wenger spent most of the summer chasing the Monaco winger only to admit defeat a couple of weeks ago.

The Gunners boss said the Ligue 1 champions had shut the door on a deal and said their hopes of signing him were "dead". Liverpool have since attempted to sign Lemar.

Anfield chiefs have held talks with their Monaco counterparts and lodged a bid. But in a major twist to the transfer saga it appears the Gunners have seized the initative.

However, Lemar now has his heart set on a move to Anfield. Arsenal have had a turbulent few days. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has left for Jurgen Klopp's men. Meanwhile Manchester City are actively pursuing wantaway Alexis Sanchez.

Thomas Lemar is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal Lemar has emerged as one of Europe's hottest prospect after dazzling for Monaco last term.

But having already lost a host of influential stars, they've been very reluctant to let him leave the club. Since signing from Caen in 2015, Lemar has made 64 appearances for Monaco and scored 14 goals.

Thats according to French journalist Matt Spiro who wrote on Twitter: Monaco accept Arsenals £90m bid for Thomas Lemar.

However am told player would rather join Liverpool. Arsene Wenger spent most of the summer chasing the Monaco winger only to admit defeat a couple of weeks ago.

The Gunners boss said the Ligue 1 champions had shut the door on a deal and said their hopes of signing him were "dead". Liverpool have since attempted to sign Lemar.

Anfield chiefs have held talks with their Monaco counterparts and lodged a bid. But in a major twist to the transfer saga it appears the Gunners have seized the initative.

However, Lemar now has his heart set on a move to Anfield. Arsenal have had a turbulent few days. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has left for Jurgen Klopp's men. Meanwhile Manchester City are actively pursuing wantaway Alexis Sanchez.

Thomas Lemar is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal Lemar has emerged as one of Europe's hottest prospect after dazzling for Monaco last term.

But having already lost a host of influential stars, they've been very reluctant to let him leave the club. Since signing from Caen in 2015, Lemar has made 64 appearances for Monaco and scored 14 goals.

For more infomation >> Thomas Lemar is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal - Duration: 3:01.

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Is Candida Syndrome Real? - Duration: 6:30.

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What is SALS ONLINE? - Duration: 4:52.

You may have started this video because you are asking the question what is SALS ONLINE?

In order to answer that question, let's first talk about what is SALS?

SALS stands for Student Academic Learning Services.

The Student Academic Learning Services (SALS) is here to help Durham College students reach their academic goals.

We provide academic learning support in a number of ways:

There's quiet study space with computers that can be used for academic purposes.

We also offer learning and writing skills and subject support.

We do this through group tutorials and workshops,

One-to-one appointments,

and also peer tutoring.

Now that you know a little bit about the in-person support provided by the Student Student Academic Learning Services,

let's go back to the question:

What is SALS ONLINE? Many of the supports offered in SALS can be found online 24/7 in DC Connect through SALS ONLINE.

Registering for one of the six SALS ONLINE academic units is easy and there's no additional cost to you.

So now let's take a look at how to register for these units.

You've already visited DC Connect and are watching this video under SALS ONLINE.

So now click on the green arrow.

This will bring you to a list of self-registering courses.

Under this list you'll see the free units for SALS ONLINE:

Writing, Peer Tutoring, and Learning Skills,

Anatomy/Physiology/Biology, Business and Accounting, Chemistry, Math, and Physics.

Let's go ahead and register for SALS ONLINE Writing, Peer Tutoring, and Learning Skills.

Click on the hyperlink and then it will take you through a few steps: register,

submit,

finish,

and finally done.

At this point, up in your list of courses,

you will have SALS ONLINE Writing, Peer Tutoring, and Learning Skills.

Click on that link in order to go to the Writing, Peer Tutoring, and Learning Skills unit.

On the homepage for the unit you'll see a number of useful resources.

Scrolling down we can see at the bottom there is a video with more information about Student Academic Learning Services

and the services provided.

Moving back up to the top of page, click on content.

Within the content there's an overview about the SALS ONLINE unit,

in this case Writing, Peer Tutoring, and Learning Skills, and on the left side you can see

the modules. Within each of these modules there are helpful resources.

I would recommend starting with Start Here, as it has more information about DC Connect and SALS ONLINE;

but also look around. Under learning skills you'll find modules that help you with various learning skills, like time management and test and exam

preparation. Under Academic Writing and English Language, you'll find modules in editing skills and

referencing using APA and MLA, and peer tutoring provides information in terms of that program.

I will point out here that there is an Awards tab because within the Learning Skills and Writing Skills

some modules have certificates of completion.

You can read in the instructions for these modules whether or not they have a certificate available.

Now that you've registered for and we've looked around the Writing, Peer Tutoring, Learning Skills SALS ONLINE unit,

you can go back and register for any of the other five SALS ONLINE units.

They're laid out the same way as the Writing, Peer Tutoring, Learning Skills unit.

Let's quickly take a look at the SALS ONLINE Math unit.

When you go into the SALS ONLINE Math, you go to the home page and you can see that there's similar

information to the Writing, Peer Tutoring, Learning Skills unit.

A few items that I will point out is there are details as to how to make math appointments.

As well as, clicking on this drop down menu, you will see a list of the tutorials that are available.

Clicking on content,

again you will go to an overview page talking about the SALS ONLINE Math unit

and then there are modules on Mathematics and Statistics.

These modules contain videos, quizzes, and other resources.

For the academic units there is also a module with practice tests. You will find practice tests designed for specific courses.

These practice tests will allow you to prepare for your tests in your actual class.

This gives you an overview to help answer the question of what is SALS ONLINE.

So to begin, again, click on the green arrow and register for any of the free SALS ONLINE units that will help you with your academic success.

For more infomation >> What is SALS ONLINE? - Duration: 4:52.

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World of Tanks - The Revamped IS-7. How Does It Play Now? - Duration: 5:33.

The IS-7 is a true legend in World of Tanks.

One of the first Tier X heavy tanks, it remains a living classic to this day.

In the 9.20 update, all fans of the mighty IS-7 got a pleasant surprise—

characteristics of the vehicle were improved.

What changed, and how should the IS-7 be played now?

Let's find out!

The IS-7 has always been a fast heavy tank.

Now, with the engine power increased to 1,200 horse power,

it has become even better!

This tank can now travel at 50 km/h on solid terrain,

and climbing up a hill isn't a pain anymore—

you can even vie with a T110E5.

However, you should always keep in mind that the IS-7

quickly loses its speed should you rotate the hull, even slightly.

Thus, it's best not to adjust your route unless you absolutely need to.

Drive straight into a town or to some rock formation

and see how the battle flows.

Increased engine power will enable you to reach a favored position

and engage the enemy at medium or short range—

and this is where the gun of the IS-7 excels.

Yes, it had its aiming time improved,

and the dispersion from movement and traverse, but…

We all know that the accuracy of the IS-7

is still very dependent on random luck.

The IS-7 did not become a sniper,

but it now deals its 490 damage far more reliably.

The aim is to deal this damage in the right place and at the right time.

To understand where and when, you need to keep in mind

where the armor of your tank is strong and what's going on around you.

The IS-7 is a robust vehicle. Position your pike nose correctly,

and even Tier X heavy and medium tanks won't shoot through it,

while your turret is nigh impenetrable even for tank destroyers.

The main vulnerability in the vehicle's front

is the lower glacis plate, as always.

It's easily penetrated by most enemies.

That's why you should cover the lower glacis plate

behind obstacles or in minor terrain irregularities.

But don't get carried away when choosing a position in rugged terrain.

The gun of the IS-7 only depresses by -6 degrees:

not every hill and lowland enables you to fire it.

So you've found the right place?

Now you need to position your vehicle.

In most cases, you're best set when facing the enemy directly—

this way, your pike nose can work most effectively.

Be very careful when backing away to reload.

One hasty turn of the hull,

and your nose will lose all its shell-bouncing magic.

At close range, you should be twice as cautious—

many tanks with elevated gun positions will shoot down on you,

reducing the effective thickness of your sloped armor.

If you can, you should face-hug such enemies—

the IS-7 is a great brawler.

Good single-shot damage and hit points increased to 2,400

will help you win in shot exchanges.

Heh, how many times could these extra 250 hit points

have decided the outcome of battle…

When facing Tier X tank destroyers, it's best to hide your hull completely:

only your turret can withstand their fire. If there is no cover in proximity,

it's best to reposition and not take your chances.

No way of backing out? Try reverse side-scraping

or tricking your opponent into making a shot.

The sides of your tank can't be called impenetrable,

but, if you position the vehicle right,

any Tier X will have a very hard time trying to damage you.

Artillery is rather unpleasant.

No, it will hardly deal you any significant damage with a single shot,

but stunned crew can cost you a lot.

Thus, all other things equal, choose positions where SPGs won't get you.

Or don't get spotted where you can avoid it.

In the end, an ideal fight for the IS-7 should look as follows.

You choose a direction for attack and spearhead the advance.

You reach a good position quickly and prepare to meet the enemy—

with your lower glacis plate in cover, and allies approaching.

You make devastating shots at medium and close ranges,

then lead the assault onto enemy positions,

never giving the opponent a chance to regroup.

The IS-7 is an assault tank. Your tank is designed

for sweeping assaults and leading support vehicles.

The IS-7 is the all-purpose core of any team

that creates opportunities for its allies to play to their strengths.

You're the one to take the heat and fight back.

It's your armor that serves as cover for more fragile vehicles.

It's your momentum that can break the flow of a fight.

Don't lose your head in battle:

attention and calm make all the difference

between a regular player and a true master.