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JAMMU, Aug 13: In a dignified ceremony, the Tiger Division today honoured Lt Col Sharak Dev Singh Jamwal (Retd) on his 100th birthday, recognising his remarkable service and contribution to the nation. The General Officer Commanding (GOC) Tiger Division, along with the Commander Chenab Brigade, Lt Gen Rakesh Sharma (Retd), President JKESL, and senior veterans, visited Lt Col SDS Jamwal's residence to extend greetings and felicitate him on the historic milestone. Born on August 13, 1926, in Jammu, Lt Col Jamwal was commissioned into the 7th Light Cavalry in 1946 during the final stages of World War II. His distinguished career saw active participation in the Burma Campaign, the 1947-48 Indo-Pak War, the Liberation of Goa in 1961, and the Sino-Indian War of 1962. As Squadron Commander of C Squadron, 7 Cavalry, he inducted tanks across the high-altitude Zojila Pass, leading to the recapture of Zojila and the relief of besieged Ladakh. The event, which included a ceremonial cake cutting, highlighted the Army's deep appreciation for his unwavering commitment, honour, and service, while reinforcing the tradition of respecting veterans whose sacrifices inspire future generations.
A top NATO chief has urged business leaders to begin preparing for a 'wartime scenario' following rising tensions across the world. The warning comes as Germany announced it was drawing up a list of bunkers and other underground facilities that could provide shelter for civilians in the event of an attack. Speaking in Brussels yesterday, Dutch Admiral Rob Bauer (pictured) warned that NATO members needed to adjust their production and distribution lines in order to be less vulnerable to blackmail from countries such as Russia and China. The chair of NATO's military committee said: 'If we can m ...Read More >
Shimla, Jun 28 (PTI) India and Tibet are two ancient civilisations with interwoven roots that continue to shape a shared identity, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command, said on Saturday. He was addressing a seminar on shared Indo-Tibetan heritage and linked understanding of national security organised by the Army's central command in Shimla. Also Read | 'Hearts of 140 Crore Indians Beat With You': PM Narendra Modi Talks to India's 'First Astronaut' Shubhanshu Shukla Onboard ISS (Watch Video). The event brought together scholars, strategists and senio ...Read More >
Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh emphasized the Indian Army's need to adapt to modern warfare challenges at a Jaipur seminar. He highlighted the importance of AI, advanced systems, and ISR capabilities, citing Operation Sindoor's success. A MoU with MNIT Jaipur aims to boost indigenous defense technology, focusing on integrating cutting-edge solutions and ethical AI development for future military operations. South Western Army Commander Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh on Wednesday said tha ...Read More >
Jammu: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visited the headquarters of Strike One, also known as 1 Corps, in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura and was briefed on the operational preparedness of the formation, the Army said on Friday. He also visited a transit camp of the Northern Command in Jammu, Udhampur Air Force Station and Basantgarh in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Army's Northern Command said on X. "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited Strike One; The Army Commander was briefed on the operational preparedness of the ...Read More >
Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a special national integration camp organised by the Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh NCC Directorate here, Abdullah also lauded the sanctioning of several projects for the UT. "Let there be discussions, it is a good thing. But we would want the discussions to conclude soon and that we get what we are demanding," he said. Welcoming the sanctioning of several projects for Jammu and Kashmir, including tunnels, costing ₹10,600 crore, the CM said these projects wi ...Read More >
JAMMU, June 27: White Knight Corps General Officer Commanding (GOC) Lieutenant General P K Mishra today visited Rajouri district to review the operational preparedness and prevailing security situation in the sector. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp He impressed upon the troops to maintain high readiness and dominate the operational environment in the twin border districts. "GoC White Knight Corps visited the Headquarters of Romeo Force to review the operational preparedness and prevailing security dynamics in the sector," White Knight Corps said in a post on X. The GOC comme ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday lauded the role of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets during Operation Sindoor, calling their contributions a shining example of selfless service and commitment to the nation. Speaking at the Special National Integration Camp at Chinar Auditorium, Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar, the LG said the cadets "rose to the occasion during difficult times," referring to their active participation in relief efforts during Operation Sindoor. "Beyond their selfless service in relief camps across border districts, they also proactively organized blo ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Super ECBC (Energy Conservation Building Code) compliant building at Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Terming it a landmark in sustainable infrastructure, he emphasised the government's commitment to energy efficiency and green design in public facilities. The facility will serve as a national-level training hub for power sector staff. He urged power utilities to expedite 20 lakh rooftop solar connections, targeting 10,000 in each Assembly segment. He reaffirmed nine-hour uninterrupted power for agri ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): As festivities for Independence Day begin, the centre on Thursday awarded Vir Chakra to nine Indian Air Force officers for their brave contributions in the service of the nation during Operation Sindoor. The Vir Chakra has been awarded to nine Indian Air Force officers, including fighter pilots, who targeted terrorist groups' headquarters in Pakistan's Muridke and Bahawalpur and the neighbouring country's military assets. Group Captains (GP) Ranjeet Singh Sidhu, Manish Arora, Animesh Patni, Kunal Kalra, Wing commanders (WG CDR) Joy Chandra, Squadron Leader ...Read More >
A top Army officer has raised significant concerns in his review of women Commanding Officers (COs), flagging "ego issues", "frequent complaints", and "lack of empathy". The feedback letter was written by Lieutenant General Rajeev Puri, the outgoing Corps Commander of the 17 Corps, to the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Command. The letter, dated October 1, 2024, provides an analysis of challenges observed in units led by women COs within the 17 Corps over the past year. The letter has sparked discussions within the military and among defence analysts about the Army's effor ...Read More >
Pakyong (Sikkim) [India], June 6 (ANI): As part of the ongoing evacuation efforts in response to the recent disaster in North Sikkim, the first helicopter sortie of the day took off early this morning from Pakyong Greenfield Airport towards Chaten to rescue stranded tourists, according to an official statement. The Mi-17 helicopters are carrying essential supplies for Army personnel stationed in and around the Chaten area. Also Read | Kolkata Fatafat Result Today: Kolkata FF Result for June 06, 2025 Declared, Check Winning Numbers and Result Chart of Satta Matka-Type Lottery Game. The opera ...Read More >
Imphal, July 10: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Thursday highlighted the state's legacy as a powerhouse of sports and emphasised the importance of youth engagement through such tournaments. The Governor, while addressing the trophy showcase Ceremony of the 134th Edition Durand Cup 2025 held at City Convention Centre in Imphal, commended the Indian Army's consistent role in promoting sports and national integration. He expressed confidence that the Durand Cup would inspire a new generation of young athletes in the region. Bhalla, former Union Home Secretary, further stated that hosting ...Read More >
Pune: The Indian Gig Workers' Front on Saturday evening suspended the ongoing strike of cabs and autorickshaws operating on applications till Tuesday, after leaving many commuters, including those arriving at the airport on Saturday morning, hassled. Keshav Kshirsagar, the president of the front, said, "We have a meeting on Tuesday with senior officials of the state transport department. If its decisions don't meet our expectations, the strike will resume." Several commuters had a harrowing experience on roads on Friday and in the early hours of Saturday. Cabs and autos were hard to come by. T ...Read More >
New Delhi: Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Sunday (Dec 15) left on a four-day official visit to Indonesia to further consolidate the bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries. His visit, which will conclude on December 18, is in line with the deepening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with a focus on enhancing Naval Cooperation. During the visit, Admiral Tripathi will engage in bilateral discussions with top Indonesian Government and defence officials, including Lt Gen Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin (retd), Defence Minister of Indonesia, General Agus Subiyanto, Commander ...Read More >
Katra, Jun 6 (PTI) As the valley delves into jubilation over freshly launched rail connectivity, traders in adjacent Jammu were a bit subdued, apprehending a loss of business because of the travellers bypassing them wholesale straight to Kashmir. As a result, traders' outfits in the district have urged the government to think about the economic impact and address it. "We congratulate the prime minister on this historic step. It will provide Kashmir with all-weather connectivity. But it will inevitably affect business in Jammu. The government must look into this aspect," Jammu Traders' Associ ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the special national integration camp (SNIC) 2025 at the Badami Bagh Cantonment in Srinagar and said that the strength of India lies in its unity in diversity and this unity in diversity is truly seen at camps like the SNIC 2025. A Defence Ministry statement said: "The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, visited the Special National Integration Camp (SNIC) 2025 at Badami Bagh Cantonment, Srinagar. "The camp, organised by JK&L Directorate under the leadership of ADG, Maj Gen Anupi ...Read More >
Kerala- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said that "Operation Sindoor" is another example of the government's decisive cross-border counter-terrorism action, adding it to the list of bold military responses following the Uri and Pulwama attacks. Addressing a public meeting in Kerala, Shah recalled the government's response to major terror incidents in the recent past. "We responded to the Uri attack with a surgical strike and to the Pulwama attack with air strikes," he said, referring to the 2016 and 2019 attacks, respectively. He cited Operation Sindoor as a fresh example of India' ...Read More >
New Delhi: The death sentence of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who was sentenced to death in Yemen, has been postponed for the time being. She was to be executed by shooting today, July 16. According to media reports, activist groups and influential religious leaders intervened in the matter, after which the death sentence of Nimisha Priya was postponed. Earlier, many efforts were also made at the diplomatic level to save Nimisha from the death penalty. There is also news that the victim's family has not yet agreed to clemency or blood money. As a last-ditch effort to save her, Kanthapuram A. ...Read More >
Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 12 (ANI): Myanmar Army's Lieutenant General Ko Ko Oo visited the Shatrujeet Brigade, where he was briefed on the Brigade's training, specialised operational capabilities and its role in modern warfare, a statement by the Indian Army said on Friday. The delegation also held talks on the emerging security challenges. In a post on X, the Indian Army said, "Lieutenant General Ko Ko Oo, Commander, BSO-1, Myanmar Army, visited the Shatrujeet Brigade on 10-11 September 2025. During the visit, he was briefed on the Brigade's elite training, specialised operati ...Read More >
Katra: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, inaugurating an alternative all-weather transportation system for Kashmir by connecting the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link with the national railway network. The train will commence commercial operations from Saturday, allowing passengers to travel in the two pairs between Srinagar and Katra except on Wednesdays. The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail project in the tough Himalayan terrain has been referred to as a marvel. It is expected to be a game changer in the development of the mount ...Read More >
Guwahati, July 13, 2025 -- The banned militant outfit United Liberation Front of Assam-Independent (Ulfa-I), led by fugitive leader Paresh Baruah, on Sunday accused the Indian Army of launching a missile strike on its camp in Myanmar, killing two of its top commanders and injuring several others. The Indian Army, however, has denied having any information on such an operation. In a statement issued to a local publication, Ulfa-I alleged that the strike occurred during the funeral of one of its senior-most leaders, self-styled Lt Gen Nayan Asom, who the group claims was killed in an earlier dr ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi is now headed for Algeria to boost the bilateral defence engagement with the country, as part of the ongoing overall outreach to Africa where China has made deep strategic inroads.General Dwivedi's visit from Aug 25-28 aims at reinforcing defence and security engagement between India and Algeria, with a focus on bolstering army-to-army cooperation, sharing perspectives on regional and global security challenges, and exploring avenues for defence indus ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Commander, BSO-1 of the Myanmar Army, Lieutenant (Lt) General (Gen) Ko Ko Oo, and four delegation members visited the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg in Kolkata on Friday. As part of his visit, he also visited New Delhi, Agra and Gaya. The Indian Army said, "Lt Gen Ko Ko Oo interacted with Lieutenant General Ram Chander Tiwari, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command and lauded the efforts of the Indian Armed Forces for their steadfastnes ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with National Cadet Corps (NCC) Cadets at the Special National Integration Camp, today at Badami Bagh Cantonment here. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO In his address, Sinha commended the NCC Directorate, J&K and Ladakh, Headquarters 15 Corps and Headquarters 31 Sub Area for organising Special National Integration Camp to provide an opportunity to expose youth from various parts of the country to the rich culture and traditions of J&K and present inspiring example of unity in diversity. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp "N ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 27: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General PK Mishra, at a high-level security review, visited the Headquarters of Romeo Force to assess operational preparedness and evaluate the prevailing security dynamics in the sensitive Poonch-Rajouri sector. The GOC commended Romeo Force for its sustained and proactive counter-terrorism operations in the region, underlining the need to maintain relentless pressure on infiltrating groups and preserv ...Read More >
Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 7.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July (for sales in June), data released by the government on Friday showed. Even though the pace of growth in gross GST collections picked up to 7.5 per cent in July from 6.2 per cent, this is the second consecutive month wherein the growth rate has been in single digits and much lower after posting double-digit growth in the first two months of the ongoing financial year. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Net GST collections, after accounting for refunds, took a hit by growing by just 1.7 per ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Commander, BSO-1 of the Myanmar Army, Lieutenant (Lt) General (Gen) Ko Ko Oo, and four delegation members visited the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg in Kolkata on Friday. As part of his visit, he also visited New Delhi, Agra and Gaya. The Indian Army said, "Lt Gen Ko Ko Oo interacted with Lieutenant General Ram Chander Tiwari, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command and lauded the efforts of the Indian Armed Forces for their steadfastness, dedication and professionalism." "They discussed measures to enhance defence cooperation betwee ...Read More >
JAMMU: General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visited the headquarters of Strike One, also known as 1 Corps, in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura and was briefed on the operational preparedness of the formation, the Army said on Friday. He also visited a transit camp of the Northern Command in Jammu, Udhampur Air Force Station and Basantgarh in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Army's Northern Command said on X. "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited Strike One; The Army Commander was briefed on the operational preparedness of the ...Read More >
Shimla, Jun 28 (PTI) India and Tibet are two ancient civilisations with interwoven roots that continue to shape a shared identity, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command, said on Saturday. He was addressing a seminar on shared Indo-Tibetan heritage and linked understanding of national security organised by the Army's central command in Shimla. The event brought together scholars, strategists and senior military leaders to examine the deep civilisational ties between India and Tibet and assess their relevance to contemporary border management and regiona ...Read More >
Guwahati: The anti-talk faction of outlawed United Liberation Front of Assam-Independent (Ulfa-I) led by Paresh Baruah on Sunday said that a missile attack, carried out by Indian army on its camp in Myanmar, killed its two top commanders. The outfit in a statement to a local newspaper said that the attack was carried out during the funeral ceremony of one of its senior-most leaders self-style Lieutenant General Nayan Asom, who was killed in an alleged drone attack by the Indian army early on Sunday morning. The Ulfa-I claimed that its top leaders Ganesh Asom and Pradip Asom lost their lives ...Read More >