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New Delhi: Air Marshal Hardeep Bains has taken over as Air Officer-in-Charge Personnel on October 1, according to an official press from the Ministry of Defence. He has taken over from Air Marshal SK Vidhate, who superannuated from the Indian Air Force (IAF) on September 30, after completion of 38 years of illustrious service to the nation. According to the release, Air Marshal Hardeep Bains was commissioned in the fighter stream of the Flying Branch of the Indian Air Force on December 19, 198 ...Read More >
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], October 2 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) workers participated in Shastra Pujan on the occasion of Vijayadashami and to commemorate 100 years of the RSS at Senior Citizen Club Shiv Nagar in Udhampur on Thursday. Shastra Pujan is a traditional Hindu ritual where all the shastras (or weapons) are worshipped, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, particularly on Dussehra (Vijayadashami). Nagar Sangh Chalak Udhampur, Shri Krishan Nagar, said, "To ...Read More >
Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday conducted Shastra Pooja at the Bhuj Military Base on the occasion of Vijayadashami. Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, Commander of the Southern Army, were also present on the occasion. The L-70 Air Defence (AD) gun, which had been instrumental in Operation Sindoor, was also specially presented to the Defence Minister during the ceremony. Also Read | 'I Love Muhammad' Row: Bare ...Read More >
Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday conducted Shastra Pooja at the Bhuj Military Base on the occasion of Vijayadashami. Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, Commander of the Southern Army, were also present on the occasion. The L-70 Air Defence (AD) gun, which had been instrumental in Operation Sindoor, was also specially presented to the Defence Minister during the ceremony. During Operation Sindoor, the L-70 Air ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Conclave of Army Chiefs of United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UN TCCs) will be held in Delhi from October 14 to 16, bringing together senior leadership from nearly 30 nations that contribute troops to UN Peacekeeping. Addressing the curtain raiser on October 1, Lt Gen Rakesh Kapoor, AVSM, VSM, DCOAS (IS&T), on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, extended a warm welcome to the gathering. He said it was a privilege to address the august forum on th ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Indian Army will host a three-day conclave this month of top military officials from the countries contributing troops for UN peace-keeping missions. The UN Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi from October 14 to 16 will bring together senior military leadership of over 30 nations, the Army said. The conclave will provide a unique platform for UN troops contributing countries to foster dialogue, cooperation and mutual understanding, a senior Army of ...Read More >
Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday joined the personnel of the Armed Forces for the traditional Barakhana in Bhuj, Gujarat, on the auspicious eve of Vijayadashami. Speaking on the occasion, Singh highlighted the fast-changing nature of the world and the complex challenges emerging day by day. Also Read | Cabinet Approves 57 New Kendriya Vidyalaya: PM Narendra Modi Says Establishment of 57 New KVs Is 'Landmark Step'. "In this era of rapid ch ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Conclave of Army Chiefs of United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UN TCCs) will be held in Delhi from October 14 to 16, bringing together senior leadership from nearly 30 nations that contribute troops to UN Peacekeeping. Addressing the curtain raiser on October 1, Lt Gen Rakesh Kapoor, AVSM, VSM, DCOAS (IS&T), on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, extended a warm welcome to the gathering. He said it was a privilege to address the august forum on th ...Read More >
Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday joined the personnel of the Armed Forces for the traditional Barakhana in Bhuj, Gujarat, on the auspicious eve of Vijayadashami. Speaking on the occasion, Singh highlighted the fast-changing nature of the world and the complex challenges emerging day by day. In this era of rapid change, the very nature of technology is constantly evolving. What was considered modern technology a short while ago is quickly b ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 1 (ANI): The Army Training Command (ARTRAC), the Indian Army's 'Strategic Think-Tank' for doctrine and training, concluded its 35th Raising Day celebrations on Wednesday, said an official release. The momentous occasion underscored the Command's pivotal role in military preparedness and its profound engagement with the civilian community. Also Read | India-Russia Annual Summit 2025: Crucial Consultations Held in Moscow Ahead of Vladimir Putin's Decemb ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 1 (ANI): The Army Training Command (ARTRAC), the Indian Army's 'Strategic Think-Tank' for doctrine and training, concluded its 35th Raising Day celebrations on Wednesday, said an official release. The momentous occasion underscored the Command's pivotal role in military preparedness and its profound engagement with the civilian community. ARTRAC was raised on October 1, 1991, at Mhow to meet the critical requirement of a centralised agency focused exc ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev has landed himself in the centre of a massive controversy, facing blistering criticism from all quarters after his remarks on the Asia Cup trophy row, where he urged Team India to put aside their issues with Pakistan and prioritise the spirit of the sport. By calling on India to "move on" from its political and security tensions with Pakistan, the 1983 World Cup-winning captain ignited a storm of outrage, with netizens and public f ...Read More >
The Indian Army's Golden Arrow Division celebrated the 60th anniversary of its victory in the 1965 Indo-Pak War at Asal Uttar, Punjab. The event commemorated the valiant soldiers of the Battle of Asal Uttar and Barki, paying special tribute to CQMH Abdul Hamid, whose bravery remains inspirational. The Indian Army's Golden Arrow Division, operating under the Vajra Corps, marked the momentous Diamond Jubilee of its triumph in the 1965 Indo-Pakistan War on Tuesday. The event took place at Asal Utt ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): Lieutenant General Virendra Vats has assumed charge as the 35th Director General of the National Cadet Corps. He has taken over as Director General National Cadet Corps from Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh. Commissioned into the 19 KUMAON Regiment of the Indian Army on 17 Dec 1988, the General Officer is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Defence Services Staff College , Wellington, College of Defence Manage ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): Lieutenant General Virendra Vats has assumed charge as the 35th Director General of the National Cadet Corps. He has taken over as Director General National Cadet Corps from Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh. Commissioned into the 19 KUMAON Regiment of the Indian Army on 17 Dec 1988, the General Officer is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Defence Services Staff College , Wellington, College of Defence Manage ...Read More >
Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level security meeting, announcing the reopening of 12 tourist destinations that were closed following an April 22 terror attack. He asserted that the "war against terrorism is not over yet," instructing security forces to maintain high alert and continue stringent operations. These sites are set to reopen from September 29. Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting at Raj Bhavan on F ...Read More >
Leh, Sep 30 (PTI) General Officer Commanding-in-chief, Northern Commander, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visited different forward areas in the Union Territory of Ladakh to review the operational preparedness, the army has said. The army's northern commander, who reached Leh on September 27, praised the high morale and steadfast commitment of the deployed troops. "Lt Gen Pratik Sharma visited Siachen Brigade, Units deployed in Eastern Ladakh and the Karakoram Pass to review operational preparedness, pr ...Read More >
Naraingarh (Ambala): "The next war will be fought with thousands of drones," said Western Command chief Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, as the Indian Army pushes to make drone operation a core skill for every soldier. Lessons from Operation Sindoor, where unmanned systems were deployed extensively, accelerated a doctrinal shift, with drones now treated not as support tools, but as frontline force multipliers.According to Katiyar, drones were used extensively in Operation Sindoor, teaching hard lesso ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Sep 29 (PTI) Western Command General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Lt Gen Manoj Katiyar on Monday said punishment to the enemy will be much heavier then before as the Army, during an exercise, demonstrated integration of drones, counter-drone systems and unmanned platforms in live conditions. "In Operation Sindoor, there was lot of use of drones and taking learnings from that, we have strengthened our drone warfare training... The punishment given to the enemy this time will be much h ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], September 28 (ANI): The Army Training Command (ARTRAC) marked its 35th Raising Day here with a series of vibrant events, including a grand band display and an energetic 'Run for Excellence.' The celebrations began on September 27 at the iconic Ridge Maidan, where the Indian Army Symphony Band enthralled the audience with a powerful repertoire of military and popular tunes. The performance, aimed at promoting camaraderie and community engagement, drew large cro ...Read More >
United Nations, Sep 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) For Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif devastated air force bases must be a sign of victory and he can "enjoy" it, India has said lampooning his claims of winning the war against Bharat. But it also put him on notice that it won't give in to Nuclear blackmail and will go after terrorists and their sponsors. "If destroyed runways and burnt-out hangers look like victory, as the Prime Minister claimed, Pakistan is welcome to enjoy it", Petal Gahlot, a ...Read More >
J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who chaired the Unified Headquarters (UHQ) of multiple security wings meeting at the Raj Bhawan on Friday (September 26, 2025) in Srinagar, announced the reopening of 12 more tourist spots in Jammu and Kashmir, which were closed in the wake of the Pahalgam attack in April this year. An official said out of 12 tourist spots thrown open, five are in the Jammu division and seven in the Kashmir division. The parks and gardens in and around Pahalgam, including Ar ...Read More >
The Centre on Wednesday denied any discrimination in granting permanent commission to Short Service Commission women Army officers when compared with their male counterparts while assuring the Supreme Court that all parameters were being duly followed. IMAGE: Kindly note that this image has been posted for representational purposes only. Photograph: ANI Photo A bench of Justices Surya Kant, Ujjal Bhuyan and N Kotiswar Singh was hearing Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, appearing fo ...Read More >
Arunachal Pradesh Governor K. T. Parnaik addressed the Bharat Defence Conclave, highlighting the impact of emerging technologies on warfare and India's shift to multi-alignment in foreign policy. He emphasized the importance of 'Aatmanirbharta' and strengthening indigenous defence manufacturing. Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik (Retd) on Thursday underscored the evolving nature of warfare driven by disruptive technologies and India's shift to "multi-alignment" in foreign policy. D ...Read More >
Chandigarh: The Western Command of the Indian Army celebrated its 79th Raising Day at Chandimandir on Monday, which also marked 60 years of India's victory in the 1965 Indo-Pak war.On this occasion, Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, GOC-in-C Western Command, complimented all ranks of Western Command for their selfless services and excellent performance demonstrated during Operation Sindoor and the recent flood relief operations in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He exhorted all ranks ...Read More >
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday instructed the defence ministry to swiftly implement concrete steps to achieve greater jointness, atmanirbharta and innovation to meet future challenges and requirements of an evolving battlefield. He was speaking at the inauguration of the three-day 16th Combined Commanders Conference (CCC) 2025 at the Eastern Command headquarters in Kolkata on Monday morning. Modi hailed the armed forces for their role in nation building, anti-piracy, safe retur ...Read More >
Panchkula (Haryana) [India], September 13 (ANI): Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, Chief of Western Command, on Saturday underscored the importance of remembering and learning from the 1965 war, saying it was a turning point in India's military history and carried lessons still relevant. Speaking at an event to commemorate the sacrifices of soldiers in the 1965 conflict, he said that it was very important for the new generation to know its lessons. Also Read | Mentally Challenged or Craze for Social ...Read More >
Panchkula (Haryana) [India], September 13 (ANI): Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, Chief of Western Command, on Saturday underscored the importance of remembering and learning from the 1965 war, saying it was a turning point in India's military history and carried lessons still relevant. Speaking at an event to commemorate the sacrifices of soldiers in the 1965 conflict, he said that it was very important for the new generation to know its lessons. Lt Gen Katiyar said, "The 1965 war was a very impor ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Sep 13 (PTI) If Pakistan or terror organisations backed by it carry out any terror strike again, "our reply this time will be more severe" than before, Lt Gen Manoj Katiyar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command, said on Saturday, noting that Operation Sindoor is continuing. "Operation Sindoor was not only a fight but was also our preparation to counter any hostile attempt by Pakistan. Our readiness still continues. There is no stoppage in it," he told reporters ...Read More >
Imphal, Sep 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a bid to foster peace and progress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday will unveil 31 projects worth Rs 8,500 crore in Manipur, a state devastated by ethnic violence since May 2023. Manipur Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel said that the Prime Minister would also interact with the violence-hit Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and would address public gatherings both in Imphal and in Churachandpur. Senior police officials said that in view of the preva ...Read More >
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