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Why is Speed Measured in Knots in Aviation?
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Ever wonder why pilots don’t use km/h or mph? Instead, they measure speed in knots — and here’s why it makes perfect sense in the skies (and at sea).

The Nautical Origin:
The term "knot" dates back to early sailors who measured their ship's speed using a log line — a rope with knots tied at regular intervals.

-The rope was tossed overboard.
-Sailors counted how many knots passed through their hands in 30 seconds.
-Each knot represented 1 nautical mile per hour — giving birth to the term "knots."

So what’s a nautical mile?
It’s based on Earth’s geometry:
1 nautical mile = 1 minute of latitude = 1.852 km. That makes knots far more accurate for navigation, especially when flying or sailing across global coordinates.

In Aviation, It’s About Precision:

Aircraft navigate using latitude, longitude, and heading. Using knots keeps everything aligned with navigation systems.
Pilots, air traffic control, and global aviation all speak the same "language of speed."

1 knot = 1 nautical mile per hour
Perfect for flight paths, global maps, and accurate navigation.

जिस चोटी पर ईगल भी नहीं उड़ सकता, वहां बाना सिंह तिरंगा फहरा आए!"

भारतीय सेना के नायब सूबेदार बाना सिंह ने 21,000 फीट की ऊंचाई पर 90 डिग्री की सीधी बर्फ की दीवार चढ़कर दुश्मन को खत्म किया जो एक चमत्कार से कम नहीं है। उनके सम्मान में भारत सरकार ने उस पोस्ट का नाम 'बाना टॉप' रख दिया।

Subedar Parbhat Gaur 10 Para (SPECIAL FORCES)

Born in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, Subedar Parbhat Gaur was a true veteran of the Indian Army. Enlisting in 1998, he volunteered for the elite Parachute Regiment, earning his place in the prestigious 10 Para (Special Forces). Over a distinguished career spanning 27 years, he evolved into a battle-hardened leader, renowned for his expertise in mountain warfare and counter-terrorism.

Operation Guddar 08 September 2025

On 08 September 2025, intelligence pinpointed a group of terrorists fortified deep within the Kulgam forests. A joint operation was launched with 9 Rashtriya Rifles. Subedar Gaur, utilizing his decades of combat experience, spearheaded the assault team of 10 Para commandos.

As the team closed the cordon, they were met with intense automatic fire. Leading from the front, Subedar Gaur rallied his men, neutralizing two terrorists in the initial exchange. Despite sustaining grievous gunshot wounds during the close-quarter combat, the 48-year-old JCO refused to back down. He continued to engage the enemy, providing critical covering fire for his team until he collapsed.

Fighting alongside Lance Naik Narender Singh Sindhu, Subedar Parbhat Gaur made the supreme sacrifice, leaving behind a legacy of unmatched leadership and valour.

"Balidan Param Dharma" (Sacrifice is the Supreme Duty)

Jai Hind. 🇮🇳🎖️

With successful candidates of BSF bharti at Chiloda near Gandhinagar.
I wish them all the best for written examination 💐👍

Subedar Major Durgesh Singh has today been appointed as the Army Subedar Major. Instituted on 16 June 2023, this appointment serves as a vital bridge between the Army’s senior leadership and the rank and file. He is the second junior leader to hold this prestigious post, succeeding Subedar Major & Honorary Lieutenant Gopa Kumar S.

The appointment of Subedar Majors has now been instituted at all levels from Battalions, Brigades, Divisions, Corps, Command & Army Headquarters. They play a pivotal role in soldier welfare and training, while preserving regimental ethos, strengthening morale and the soldier–leadership connect across the Indian Army.

A trusted channel for people-centric transformation across ranks.
परंपरा में निहित, परिवर्तन के लिए प्रतिबद्ध.

a cheque of Rs 75 lakh to mother of Late Agniveer Naveen Kumar of 13 Jammu and Kashmir Rifles who we lost in Operation Sindoor in Palampur ( HP). Army is Grateful to Bank of Baroda for honouring the MOU with Indian Army and completing the formalities in record time.the branch too must be appreciated where this account was maintained to just feed the proper and correct scheme code and other parameters in system .I salute to staff and branch head of this branch

A legacy built over 100 years doesn’t happen by chance.
It’s built through discipline, values, and generations of leaders in uniform. 🇮🇳
Today on , Col Rahul Aggarwal, Commandant, Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehadun, reflects on RIMC’s 100-year legacy, its continued excellence in NDA results, and how the institution still shapes the officers of tomorrow.
Listen now👇

YouTube: https://youtu.be/o02rNQLkQQw

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3rMgn3wb5p6dgHuHHMskNi?si=8PhGDFtxSy2pK3J9HDJkaw

Some decisions don’t just change careers… they define character.
Garima Yadav, a girl from Haryana, was known for her grace, confidence, and beauty. What started off as a casual entry in a small beauty pageant quickly turned into a streak of victories. She won every contest she participated in — and with each win, the doors of the modeling world opened wider.
Soon, she earned a place in an international beauty pageant in Italy.

But life had something else planned.
On the exact same date, she was supposed to appear for the CDS training at the Indian Army’s Officer Training Academy, Chennai.
Garima had cleared the Combined Defence Services exam in her very first attempt — a dream she had carried since childhood.

Now she stood at a crossroads.
On one side: Italy, modeling, fame, glamour, perhaps even Bollywood.
On the other: a uniform, a badge, and a lifetime of service to the nation.

Her parents didn’t pressure her. They simply said:
“Whatever you choose, we are with you.”
And that made the decision even harder.

Garima spent the entire night thinking — not about the stage lights of Italy, but about the olive green uniform she had loved since she was a child.

By morning, her heart had chosen.
She walked to her mother and said the words that would shape her life:
“I’m going to Chennai.”

Italy could wait.
Fame could wait.
The country could not.

Today, Garima Yadav proudly serves the nation as a Lieutenant in the Indian Army, wearing the uniform she once dreamed of, proving that true beauty lies in courage, discipline, and sacrifice.

We are proud of you, Garima.
Salute to this patriotic daughter of India. Jai Hind 🇮🇳

भारत को 20 साल बाद मिली कॉमनवेल्थ गेम्स की मेजबानी, 2030 में इस शहर में होगा आयोजन
भारत को 2030 कॉमनवेल्थ गेम्स की मेजबानी का अधिकार मिल गया है. स्कॉटलैंड के ग्लासगो में कॉमनवेल्थ स्पोर्ट्स जनरल असेम्बली में हुई बैठक में भारत को औपचारिक मंजूरी मिल गई है. यह भारत की उस महत्वाकांक्षी योजना में बड़ा कदम है जिसके तहत वह एक ग्लोबल मल्टी-स्पोर्ट हब बनना चाहता है.

India’s women continue to raise the national flag higher. 🇮🇳💪

🔹 U19 T20 World Champions
🔹 ODI World Champions
🔹 Blind World Cup Winners
🔹 Kabaddi World Cup Winners

Today, I bow my head in deepest respect to the bravehearts of the 13 Kumaon (Charlie Company) who fought with unmatched courage at Rezang La during the 1962 Indo-China war.

Outnumbered, cut off, and facing impossible odds, these warriors stood their ground at 18,000 feet and wrote one of the greatest chapters of valour in military history.
Their sacrifice is not just remembered — it inspires every Indian even today.

Remembering Major Shaitan Singh, PVC (Posthumous), and all the soldiers who gave their today for our tomorrow.
Their bravery echoes in every heartbeat of our nation. 🇮🇳

Jai Hind! 🙏