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Washington DC: Indian Air Force Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh arrived in the United States to further strengthen the India-US defence partnership. Singh was received by the Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra. Also Read: Iran issues strict warning to Trump, says will respond 'in kind' to any US attacks In a post on X, Kwatra said, "Pleasure to host and welcome CAS, Indian Air Force Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh as he begins his visit to the United States to further stren ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Lieutenant General Pushpendra Pal Singh, a Special Forces officer and former vice-chief of Army Staff, on Wednesday took charge as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Army's Western Command, headquartered at Chandimandir. He succeeds Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, who retired on Tuesday.The appointment comes at a time of heightened operational focus along India's western front, with the Western Command remaining central to military preparedness along the border wit ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) Lt Gen VMB Krishnan on Wednesday assumed charge as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Command, bringing nearly four decades of rich and varied military experience to this critical theatre. He succeeds Lt Gen R C Tiwari, who superannuated on March 31, the defence ministry said. An alumnus of premier military institutions, Lt Gen Krishnan has commanded an infantry battalion and an infantry brigade in the super high-altitude terrain of Siachen. He has al ...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 >
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 >
Jammu, Dec 15: Director General (DG) of Border Security Force (BSF), Praveen Kumar, on Monday inaugurated the 20 newly constructed Mahila Barracks at various Border Out Posts (BOPs). These barracks are aimed at providing improved accommodation and welfare facilities for women personnel deployed along the International Border (IB). The BSF DG also reviewed the Smart Border Technology projects along the IB, focused on strengthening surveillance, operational efficiency, and overall border security ...Read More >
Jammu, Dec 15 (PTI) The Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF) Praveen Kumar, visited forward areas along the International Border to review overall security arrangements, the counter-infiltration grid and operational preparedness, and lauded the unwavering commitment and resilience of the troops. During his two-day visit beginning Sunday, the DG inaugurated 20 newly constructed Mahila Barracks at various Border Out Posts (BOPs), aimed at providing improved accommodation and welfar ...Read More >
In light of escalating tensions, India's Western Army Commander expressed confidence that while Pakistan may not engage in a full-scale war, they could resort to similar tactics as the Pahalgam attack. In response, the Indian Army is gearing up for a more formidable counteraction, dubbed Operation Sindoor 2.0, which promises to surpass previous efforts in its intensity and effectiveness. Asserting that Pakistan has no capacity to fight India but it may attempt Pahalgam-type attacks again, Weste ...Read More >
Jammu/New Delhi: Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command, has warned that Operation Sindoor 2.0 could be more destructive if Pakistan persists in its terror activities against India. Addressing journalists in Jammu, Lt Gen Katiyar emphasized that India's future response would surpass the devastation of the first Operation Sindoor, which targeted multiple Pakistani airbases and military installations. "Unless Pakistan changes its mindset, it wil ...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 >
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: 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 >
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 >
Mumbai, Sep 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood heartthrob Shah Rukh Khan said, "The spirit of Punjab shall never break" as he sent his prayers for those affected by the floods in the state of Punjab. Expressing his concern, King Khan wrote on social media, "My heart goes out to those in Punjab impacted by these devastating floods. Sending prayers and strength... The spirit of Punjab shall never break... may God bless them all." Before this, his 'Dear Zindagi' co-star Alia Bhatt also extended her pra ...Read More >
Chandigarh, September 3: Over 5,500 civilians and 300 personnel of paramilitary forces have been rescued, more than 3,000 civilians received medical aid and 27 tonnes of ration and essential supplies have been delivered to flood affected communities, the Army's Western Command said on Wednesday. In addition, seven fresh columns have been launched in Punjab's areas of Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Shahkot, Phillaur and Dhatewal and in areas of Sarala and Harchandpura owing to rising water levels in the ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Sep 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Over 5,500 civilians and 300 personnel of paramilitary forces have been rescued, more than 3,000 civilians received medical aid and 27 tonnes of ration and essential supplies have been delivered to flood affected communities, the Army's Western Command said on Wednesday. In addition, seven fresh columns have been launched in Punjab's areas of Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Shahkot, Phillaur and Dhatewal and in areas of Sarala and Harchandpura owing to rising water lev ...Read More >
Delhi mock drill: A massive disaster preparedness drill, 'Suraksha Chakra', was conducted across Delhi-NCR on Friday, with sirens, alerts, and emergency vehicles simulating a major earthquake. Held at over 55 locations, the mock exercise tested real-time response and coordination among agencies like NDRF, Delhi Police, and the armed forces. Temporary relief camps and rescue operations were also part of the simulation. Residents across Delhi-NCR are hearing sirens and receiving emergency alerts ...Read More >
Rewa (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 20 (ANI): Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Saturday addressed students and faculty at Thakur Ranmat Singh College, and highlighted the role of the youth in Viksit Bharat 2047. Sharing an X post, Indian Navy wrote, "Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, addressed students and faculty at Thakur Ranmat Singh College, Rewa, on 19 July 25, sharing insights from his four-decade naval journey. Speaking of the critical role of y ...Read More >
Rewa (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 20 (ANI): Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Saturday addressed students and faculty at Thakur Ranmat Singh College, and highlighted the role of the youth in Viksit Bharat 2047. Sharing an X post, Indian Navy wrote, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, addressed students and faculty at Thakur Ranmat Singh College, Rewa, on 19 July 25, sharing insights from his four-decade naval journey. Speaking of the critical role of yo ...Read More >
Chandigarh: In a remarkable display of medical expertise, the Chandimandir command hospital (Western Command) saved the life of a serving soldier airlifted from Kargil with a life-threatening condition. The soldier, who was experiencing severe respiratory distress, was diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary thromboembolism, a high-altitude-related emergency condition. A team of medical specialists, led by Lt Col Purushotham, provided timely diagnosis and emergency treatment, including clot dissoluti ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Jun 8 (PTI) In a remarkable display of medical expertise, the Chandimandir Command Hospital of the Army's Western Command saved the life of a serving soldier airlifted from Kargil with a life-threatening condition. Experiencing severe respiratory distress, the soldier was diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary thromboembolism, a high-altitude related emergency condition, according to an official statement issued here on Sunday. ...Read More >
AP EAMCET Result 2025: APSCHE has declared the results for AP EAPCET today, June 8, 2025. AP EAMCET Result 2025: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has declared the results for Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2025 today, June 8, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can login and check their results on the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. AP EAMCET is now called as AP EAPCET. AP EAMCET Result ...Read More >
Chandigarh, June 8 (UNI) In a remarkable display of medical expertise, the Chandimandir Command Hospital of Western Command saved the life of a serving soldier airlifted from Kargil with a life-threatening condition. The soldier, who was experiencing severe respiratory distress, was diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary thromboembolism, a high-altitude related emergency condition. A team of medical specialists, led by Lt Col Purushotham, provided timely diagnosis and emergency treatment, including ...Read More >
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