Ashim Lakhera

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

“All gave some. Some gave all.”

Inspector Ashish Sharma, one of the finest officers of Madhya Pradesh’s elite anti-Maoist Hawk Force, fell in the forests of Rajnandgaon while fighting Maoists.

A two-time gallantry award winner, he was the man the police sent when the job was impossibly difficult. A farmer’s son from Narsinghpur, he was just two months away from his wedding, as per Navbharat Times.

Sharing this because the heroism and sacrifices of our security forces should dominate media and social media. But sadly, we’ve normalised the opposite. The moment a terrorist is neutralised, the narrative instantly shifts to emotional sob stories about their “circumstances,” while real heroes like Ashish Sharma barely get a fraction of that attention.

Om Shanti.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Indian elites are disconnected from reality:

Since their kids don’t join the army, they think we exaggerate the threat from Pakistan.

Since they interact only with Pakistan’s elites, they assume the average Pakistani loves India.

Since their kids don't get mauled by stray dogs, they think it's not a public problem.

Since they don't travel in public transport, they feel cutting a few trees (though replanting many) for newer transport for masses isn't needed.

Since they stay in secure posh areas and don't become victims of attacks by illegal infiltrators or demographic change, they feel it's not even an issue.

Since they don’t celebrate festivals in the traditional way, they preach and guilt-trip commoners into not doing it either.

The elites neither represent the masses nor understand their struggles, which is why the moment they speak on issues that don’t concern them, they must be put in their place.

[Science girl @sciencegirl]

The amount of oil produced every second of every hour of every day in Kuwait

https://t.co/benK76Weyo

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

A girl in Manali was injured after falling from a zipline when the rope snapped. If you're considering adventure sports in India, here's a reality check :

1. Outdated, poorly maintained, or second-hand gear that violates global standards.

2. Seasonal or untrained staff, with fake or missing certificates.

3. No strict national regulator or binding safety rules.

4. No emergency back-up systems.

5. No insurance; most operators lack liability cover, they make tourists sign the waivers.

6. No accountability. Accidents rarely lead to action due to local influence.

7. Overcrowded. Profit-driven overbooking that risks safety.

8. No safety drills; briefings and emergency protocols usually skipped.

Safety is the last concern for adventure sports operators, so think twice before signing up.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Ranveer Allahbadia comes across as a privileged, low-IQ guy with no real connection to the grassroots sentiments of India.

What he did on India’s Got Talent was a minor issue, at best deserving of social media backlash, but what he did now is far more serious. His attempt to whitewash the India-Pakistan conflict as merely “military vs military,” while our soldiers risk their lives to protect and avenge the sentiments of common Indians, is not just tone-deaf, it’s unforgivable.

There should be no redemption for this. Mark my words: sooner or later, his PR team will roll out some emotional campaign, perhaps a donation to a military welfare fund or a staged act of patriotism, to push the narrative that “Ranveer is more Indian than his critics.”

Don’t fall for it.

There should be zero tolerance for anyone who tried to peddle Aman Ki Asha narratives at a time when national sentiment was raw and our forces and civilians were in harm’s way, be it Ranveer, Ambati Rayudu, that third-rate Bigg Boss contestant, that fake UP tourism ambassador lady or any others from this privileged echo chamber.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Poor and middle-class households send their kids to the fauj to safeguard the very freedom that lets rich, entitled brats sit in their safe homes and write articles calling those very soldiers settlers, aggressors, paid mercenaries, and worse.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

There’s a dialogue by Om Puri in Hrithik Roshan’s Lakshya :

“साहब, अगर पाकिस्तानी हारे, तो एक बार फिर लौट कर आता है। अगर जीत जाओ तो फ़ौरन लापरवाह ना हो जाना।”

That line wasn’t written for cinematic flair, it reflects the Indian Army’s deep understanding of Pakistan’s repeated betrayals. It likely came straight from the mindset within military circles.

The Pakistani Army may have believed they could catch us off guard with this post-ceasefire attack, but they were mistaken. Our forces and systems were alert, and they are responding swiftly and effectively.

[Ashim Lakhera @AshimLakhera]

@WokePandemic Kindly do not share any updates. This can benefit the enemy. Keep everything private. Support the army.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Over 100 cops injured in Haldwani.

Our police either lack the authority to use IethaI force to control mob vioIence or refrain from doing so without administrative approval to avoid judicial complications.

The gravity of a situation, threat perception, and the risk to their own lives— who knows it better? The policeman facing the mob on the ground or the politicians assessing the situation over the phone?

Police should have the authority to assess the situation and use IethaI force for their own safety and riot controI. To control misuse, bodycams can be made mandatory during riot control.

India urgently needs police reforms, specialized training, equipment, and legal immunity to handle mob violence. Otherwise, these developmental and economic goals will fall apart sooner or later.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Nehru's letter to CMs, dt 27 Jun 1961 :

“I dislike any kind of reservation, more particularly in services. I react strongly against anything which leads to inefficiency and second rate standards. I want my country to be a first-class country in everything. The moment we encourage the second-rate, we are lost.

The only real way to help the backward group is to give opportunities of good education, specially technical education. But if we go in for reservations on communal and caste basis, we swamp the bright and able people and remain second-rate or third-rate.

I am grieved to learn of how far this business of reservation has gone based on communal considerations. It has amazed me to learn that even promotions are based sometimes on communal and caste considerations. This way lays not only folly, but disaster. Let us help the backward groups by all means but never at the cost of efficiency."

Source : Compilation of Nehru’s letters to CMs edited by legal scholar Madhav Khosla.

[Ashim Lakhera @AshimLakhera]

@pardeep5889 @theskindoctor13

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

Extremely Important :

Terrorists are transitioning from conventional terror to terror with psyops. They employ bodycams to record their ambushes, edit the footage, and circulate it, aiming to instill terror in the civilian population. Terror organizations PAFF and TRF have been engaging in this practice for the last 2-3 years.

Today, they ambushed an Indian Army vehicle in Poonch, resulting in casualties. It is highly likely that they have recorded a video of this ambush, which they will circulate after editing to suit their agenda. Therefore, I urge you, under no circumstances, to share such videos, not even to express horror, anger, or outrage. Many of these videos are heavily edited or fake.

Circulating them amplifies their message, glorifies violence, and spreads fear, potentially motivating others to join or support these groups, ultimately contributing to the cycle of violence and instability.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

One of the worst things that happens on social media in relation to cricket is that as soon as an opposing team's bowler dismisses an Indian batsman or their batsman scores boundaries against our bowlers, there is a bombardment of vile comments on that foreign cricketer's Instagram, to the extent that even their families are not spared.

Hundreds to thousands of handles engage in this behavior.

If these handles are Indian, it's extremely shameful. If some, most, or all of these handles are part of Pakistani psyops, the Indian govt must undertake efforts to uncover them. People have little idea how much harm this brings to India's image on a global scale, whether in sports or otherwise.

[THE SKIN DOCTOR @theskindoctor13]

The term 'martyr' originates from the Greek word 'martur,' defining it as a person who voIuntarily suffers death for 'refusing to renounce Christianity.' 'Shaheed' is the Arabic version of 'martyr'.

Due to the diverse religious background in the Indian Army, 'martyr' or 'shaheed' isn't suitable and isn't used or endorsed.

In its Feb 2022 circular, the Army suggested avoiding the term 'martyr' for those who sacrifice their lives in the line of duty. Instead, phrases like laid down their lives, killed in action, supreme sacrifice, fallen heroes, fallen soldiers, battle casualty, and 'veergati/veergati prapt/veer should be used when referring to India's fallen braves.

[Ashim Lakhera @AshimLakhera]

@gunsnrosesgirl3 Of human bondage- William Somerset Maugham

Depicts the harsh and soft realities of life. As is. Was an eye opener and probably impacted a lot about how I view the world as well.

That reminds me, gotta read it again😇

[Science girl @sciencegirl]

This baby owl 🦉

[Major Gaurav Arya (Retd) @majorgauravarya]

There is no disrespect in the statement. It’s the truth. Ab aulad nalayak hai tou baap kya kare?

Regards
Major Gaurav Arya
Father of the Nation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Papa-e-Qaum 🤲

[Wonder of Science @wonderofscience]

A spectacular example of ground-to-cloud lightning in Wichita, Kansas.

📽: Taylor Vonfeldt

[Science girl @sciencegirl]

Laminar flow in fluid dynamics is when fluid particles move in parallel layers without significant mixing. At low speeds, these layers slide past each other smoothly, resembling frozen motion when observed on camera.

[Ashim Lakhera @AshimLakhera]

@MrBeast In the midst of a pandemic when all seems bleak, and sometimes even getting up seems like a task, you hear this and realize that i will not give up.
This is the best thing ive seen on youtube in years
https://t.co/kbzrLu3pyu