Harkirat Singh

In this volume the author, the then GOC, Indian Peacekeeping Force (IPKF) gives a first hand account of the initial induction and operations of the IPKF in Sri Lanka. He describes the trials and tribulations of the IPKF as it grappled?with?an?operational?situation?inexorably?tangled?with?politics. The book gives an insight into how inadequately prepared the IPKF was for the task set out for it and explains how difficult it was to fight the LTTE guerrilla, especially when the Indian government itself was not clear about its political and military aims. It highlights the operations of the IPKF in Sri Lanka and attempts to set the record straight on a number of key issues, including the surrender of arms by the LTTE, and the famous ‘boat tragedy’. The IPKF went in as peacekeepers, with the responsibility to disarm the LTTE, if necessary by force, and maintain law and order. But clear-cut orders regarding possible IPKF action against the LTTE were never issued. Therefore, when the time came to fight the LTTE the IPKF found itself at a disadvantage. This compelling narrative is an important addition to the extensive?literature?on?the? IPKF?in? Sri? Lanka.

Reminiscence is an anthology compiled by Rishu Sharma and Harkirat Singh . It is a medley of unique marvelous poems, quotes and stories by 30 Co-Authors. This anthology is sharing every writers thoughts and emotions which they had weaved in an alluring way. Reminiscence is like a treat for those, who just wanted to share their thoughts and emotions .

Agricultural tractor operators are exposed to high intensity of vibration during working conditions which significantly affect operator's health. In this research work, FEM analysis of tractor seat has been performed to evaluate the transmissibility from seat base to seat pan for the tractor operator representing 95th percentile male population of India. It has been found that tractor seat shows maximum transmissibility between 2 to 6 Hz. This can cause motion sickness, back pain and other health related issues. To improve ride quality of tractor operator, three different spring stiffness i.e. 0.3 kg/mm, 0.55 kg/mm and 0.7 kg/mm have been considered for the minimum transmissibility. Seat suspension with stiffness of 0.55 kg/mm has maximum transmissibility of 1.47 at 3.7 Hz which has been found to be comparatively 16% less than other stiffness values considered in this study.