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New Delhi: In the middle of a high-risk rescue operation deep inside Iran, a seemingly simple radio message -- "Power be to God" -- sent ripples of concern through the Pentagon, briefly raising fears that a downed American airman may have fallen into enemy hands. The phrase, reportedly transmitted by the stranded U.S. weapons systems officer after his F-15 fighter jet was shot down over Iran, was considered "off-script" and unusual under strict military survival protocols. According to official ...Read More >
New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Sunday announced that an American service member who went missing after their F-15E Strike Eagle was downed by Iran has been successfully recovered. According to the President, the recovery was the result of a massive rescue operation utilizing "dozens of aircraft". "Over the past several hours, the United States Military pulled off one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in US History," Trump said in a statement. He added that the airman was ...Read More >
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday arrested the deputy commissioner and an administrative officer of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for allegedly demanding ₹4 lakh bribe while looking into complaints against the two suspended employees. Accused deputy commissioner colonel Abhishek Kumar Mishra and administrative officer Devanshu Gautam are both posted at MCD's Shahdara north zone. Mishra -- working on deputation -- is the inquiry officer in complaints against two s ...Read More >
New Delhi's Karol Bagh-based Akshay Dubey (name changed on request) had got his LPG cylinder refilled just before the Middle East war began on February 28. But as LPG supplies tightened and queues outside gas agencies grew longer, Dubey was reassured that he had 14 kg of cooking gas in reserve. But the reassurance vanished a few weeks later when he received news that his grandfather had died. Along with the grief came another worry. Thirteen days later, on April 10, his family is expected to hos ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The Mechanised Infantry Regiment of the Indian Army on Thursday marked its 47th Raising Day with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, paying tributes to soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Major General R Premraj, Additional Director General of Mechanised Infantry, along with serving personnel, laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on behalf of all ranks of the Regiment. As part of the Raising ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, an armoured corps officer, will on Wednesday take charge as Vice Chief of the Army Staff, replacing Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh who will move from New Delhi to Chandimandir as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command, as part of a reshuffle in the army's top echelons, officials aware of the matter said on Tuesday. Seth will be the senior-most officer when army chief General Upendra Dwivedi retires on June 30, making him the ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], April 1 (ANI): Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain assumed command as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, on Wednesday. He succeeds Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, who took over as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff today. Also Read | CBSE Rolls Out Curriculum on Computational Thinking, AI for Classes 3-8 From 2026-27 Academic Session. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain was commissioned into the MAHAR Regime ...Read More >
Pune: Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain, AVSM, SM, has assumed command as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, on 01 April 2026. He succeeds Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, and AVSM, who has taken over as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff today. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain was commissioned into the MAHAR Regiment in June 1988. Over a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades, he has held a wide range of comma ...Read More >
Recalling Operation Sindoor, he said the command successfully thwarted Pakistan's "nefarious" designs and has since maintained a high state of operational readiness. "We are undertaking large-scale procurement of new equipment, including drones and counter-drone systems and wherever needed, we are also manufacturing these items in-house within our own workshops," he told reporters at the Army's Western Command Headquarters in Chandimandir in Panchkula. He also acknowledged the command's role i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court on Tuesday remanded MCD Deputy Commissioner Lt. Col. Abhishek Kumar Mishra, and co-accused Devanshu Gautam to one-day custody of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a bribery case. Mishra, a Colonel serving on deputation with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, and Gautam, an administrative officer, were arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 4 lakh from an MCD employee facing departmental proceedings i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court on Tuesday remanded MCD Deputy Commissioner Lt. Col. Abhishek Kumar Mishra, and co-accused Devanshu Gautam to one-day custody of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a bribery case. Mishra, a Colonel serving on deputation with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, and Gautam, an administrative officer, were arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 4 lakh from an MCD employee facing departmental proceedings i ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], March 30 (ANI): Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, will superannuate from the Indian Army on March 31, bringing to a close an illustrious military career spanning over four decades. Commissioned into the 23rd Battalion of the Rajput Regiment in June 1986, Lt Gen Katiyar has served across diverse and challenging operational environments, including the Siachen Glacier, the Line of Control and the Line of Actu ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], March 30 (ANI): Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, will superannuate from the Indian Army on March 31, bringing to a close an illustrious military career spanning over four decades. Commissioned into the 23rd Battalion of the Rajput Regiment in June 1986, Lt Gen Katiyar has served across diverse and challenging operational environments, including the Siachen Glacier, the Line of Control and the Line of Actu ...Read More >
Miss Earth India 2022 Vanshika Parmar asserts that Himachal Pradesh is a safe destination for tourists despite global issues, advocating for sustainable tourism and women-led development to bolster the state's economy and cultural heritage. Tourism Ambassador to the Government of Himachal Pradesh and Miss Earth India 2022 Vanshika Parmar said that while global uncertainties and tensions in parts of the Middle East may create concerns within the tourism industry, Himachal Pradesh continues to re ...Read More >
The launch of Border 2's teaser has triggered a powerful wave of excitement and patriotic pride across the country. The brief yet impactful glimpse into the film's world captures the intensity, courage and emotional depth of India's soldiers, instantly positioning the film as one of the most anticipated cinematic tributes to the nation's armed forces. Varun Dhawan, who takes on the role inspired by the late Indian Army officer, Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, PVC, has drawn early acclaim for the ...Read More >
The Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Dhaka closed its operations on Wednesday afternoon after Indian missions in Bangladesh were issued fresh threats by Islamists. The Visa Application Centre at Jamuna Future Park in Dhaka, the primary hub for processing Indian visas in Bangladesh's capital, announced that it would close at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, citing an "ongoing security situation." A notification issued on the centre's website said, "In view of the ongoing security situation, we wish ...Read More >
Jaipur, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said that the 'Iron Man of India', Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, built a strong and united nation by merging princely states after the nation's Independence. "Sardar Patel instilled the spirit of 'One India - Best India' in the hearts of citizens. His vision of unity in diversity continues to inspire the nation even today," he said. The Chief Minister urged the youth to always prioritise national interest and national unity, contribu ...Read More >
Actress Nimrat Kaur recently visited her father, Major Bhupender Singh's memorial in Kashmir on his 73rd birth anniversary. A year ago, her father's life journey was immortalised at his birthplace in Rajasthan, and within a year, a new memorial has now been inaugurated in Kashmir, a location where he was martyred. Therefore, the visit to the memorial in Kashmir left Nimrat emotional. She shared a series of glimpses from her visit on her social media and also penned a warm note. She wrote, "A ye ...Read More >
New Delhi: A heartbreaking incident unfolded early this morning, sending shockwaves through the public. A bus erupted in flames after colliding with a motorcycle on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway. The scene was so horrific that it sent shivers down the spine of anyone who witnessed it. Several people are feared dead due to the massive fire that engulfed the bus. Dozens of passengers were travelling in the bus at the time of the accident. Many passengers managed to escape through the emergency ...Read More >
The Centre, on Tuesday, officially recognised the exceptional courage and leadership of defence personnel who participated in Operation Sindoor early this May, through a newly released gazette notification. The citations, published on Wednesday, hail the bravery of six officers from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force who played decisive roles in the operation that targeted terrorist bases across the border following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack between May 7 and May 10 in retaliation for ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence has issued a Gazette notification listing gallantry award winners from the Indian Armed Forces, honouring their extraordinary courage and leadership during various operations including Operation Sindoor. The awards include several Vir Chakra recipients from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, recognising their bravery in active combat and critical missions. Colonel Koshank Lamba has been conferred the Vir Chakra for his exceptional bravery and leadership un ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Central government has issued a gazette notification listing gallantry award citations for defence personnel of the Indian Army and Indian Air Force for their acts of extraordinary courage during assorted operations, including the recently completed Operation Sindoor. Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu approved 127 Gallantry awards and 40 Distinguished Service awards to personnel of the Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces. These are: 04 Kirti Chak ...Read More >
Guwahati: In a major escalation, the banned militant outfit ULFA (Independent) carried out a dreaded attack on an Indian Army camp in Kakopathar, Tinsukia district, shortly after midnight on Wednesday. According to reports, a group of suspected ULFA (I) militants arrived in a truck and launched multiple Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) shells -- estimated to be three or four -- at the camp, followed by indiscriminate gunfire. The assault lasted for nearly 30 minutes before the attackers escaped u ...Read More >
General Upendra Dwivedi also met Major General Jean Claude Niyiburana, Chief of Land Forces, Burundi National Defence Force. Source : PTI New Delhi: Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi met Ethiopia's Chief of Land Force and Military Advisor General Alemshet Degife Balcha in New Delhi on Friday, with discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in training, peacekeeping and defence capacity-building. The meeting showcased the shared commitment of India and Ethiopia towards fostering s ...Read More >
LEH, India - In Leh, the largest city of Ladakh, a high-altitude border region bounded by Pakistan and China, the presence of the Indian military is unmissable - from shops selling military fatigues to army barracks and memorials to fallen soldiers. A statue of Colonel Chhewang Rinchen, a highly-decorated Ladakhi officer who helped repel incursions into India from Pakistan in the 1940s among other brave deeds, is just one among many memorials that are testament to the deep heritage of locals wo ...Read More >
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday announced the 'Gomti Revival Mission', marking a significant step towards realising the vision of a clean, uninterrupted and pure river. "The Gomti, flowing from Pilibhit to Ghazipur, is not merely a river, but a symbol of our cultural consciousness, spiritual heritage and a vital lifeline for millions," he said. He added that the mission is not confined to water purification alone; it represents a comprehensive endeavor to revive both the ...Read More >
Mohanlal shared a heartfelt message honouring the Indian Territorial Army's 77 years of service, saying he's proud to serve alongside brave men and women. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has paid a heartfelt tribute to the Indian Territorial Army (TA) on its 77th anniversary, commending its legacy of "selfless service, resilience, and unwavering commitment." Taking to social media, the actor expressed pride in being part of the 122 INF BN (TA) Madras, Kozhikode, while honouring every soldier who c ...Read More >
Ambala (Haryana) [India], September 29 (ANI): The Indian Army displayed indigenous drones and counter-drone equipment in Ambala, Haryana, on Monday. During the drone showcase, officials from the Indian Army discussed the features of their drone technology. Also Read | Gwalior Shocker: 14-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Raped by 'Friend' at Gwalior Fort Under Pretext of Lift to School in Madhya Pradesh; Investigation Underway. "We have made an electronic fuse that can be used to fire by connecting to ...Read More >
Ambala (Haryana) [India], September 29 (ANI): The Indian Army displayed indigenous drones and counter-drone equipment in Ambala, Haryana, on Monday. During the drone showcase, officials from the Indian Army discussed the features of their drone technology. "We have made an electronic fuse that can be used to fire by connecting to any sort of ammunition and can be dropped via drones... This will work depending upon the payload of the drone..." Colonel Pushp Raj Pandey told ANI. During the even ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: An Indian Army officer accused in the Samjhauta Express and Malegaon bombing case was promoted after being freed by a terrorism court, The Wire reported on Friday. It said less than two months after a special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court acquitted Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Purohit, the Indian Army has promoted him to the rank of Colonel. Purohit, one of seven accused tried for their roles in the terror blasts, alongside former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parli ...Read More >
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