In a significant counter-terror operation in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir, the nation is in mourning following the loss of a distinguished soldier. Havildar Jhantu Ali Shaikh, a member of the elite 6 PARA (Special Forces), bravely engaged with terrorists during Operation Birli Gali and ultimately paid the ultimate sacrifice. The … Read more
In a notable ceremony at The Infantry School in Mhow, Lieutenant General Gajendra Joshi, AVSM, SM, paid tribute to Superintendent of Police (SP) Indore (Rural) Hitika Vasal and Additional SP Rupesh Kumar Dwivedi for their outstanding contributions to promoting civil-military relations and ensuring security in the region. The event not only highlighted the proactive efforts … Read more
In a significant move to bolster operational readiness, Lt Gen RC Tiwari, the Army Commander of the Eastern Command, visited various Indian Army and Assam Rifles formations in Manipur. The visit, conducted under the auspices of the Spear Corps, was aimed at assessing the military’s preparedness to meet both contemporary and emerging challenges in this … Read more
Air Marshal B Manikantan, the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Air Command (SAC), recently visited Air Force Station Thanjavur, receiving a ceremonial Guard of Honour upon his arrival. This visit marked a significant moment for the airbase as the Air Marshal inaugurated the Station Historical Cell, a new initiative geared towards preserving and showcasing … Read more
The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington recently celebrated the graduation ceremony for its 80th Staff Course, marking a significant milestone as 478 officers completed their training, including 38 international officers representing 26 countries. This event underscores DSSC’s commitment to enhancing global military collaboration and fostering strong ties with friendly nations. During the ceremony, … Read more
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command, conducted a visit to the Guards Regimental Centre located in Kamptee to assess the centre’s ongoing training initiatives. His visit included a comprehensive briefing from the Commandant concerning several key programs, particularly the introduction of innovative simulator-based training facilities that utilize virtual reality … Read more
In a significant operational field visit, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, the Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), assessed the performance of the 92 Base Hospital located in Srinagar’s Badami Bagh Cantonment. This visit was focused on evaluating the hospital’s capacity to deliver medical care under the demanding conditions often associated with … Read more
General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), made a significant visit to the Indian Army’s Vajra Corps headquarters as part of his ongoing tour of the Western Command. This visit aimed to evaluate the operational preparedness of the formation situated along the strategically critical Western Front, which borders Pakistan. General Dwivedi, who … Read more
The School of Artillery at the Artillery Centre in Nashik Road recently conducted an immersive drone training session for a group of young officers, focusing on next-generation warfare technologies. This visit was part of their ongoing course and aimed to enhance their understanding of drone operations and handling, which are critical skills in modern military … Read more
During a recent visit to the frontline areas of Punjab, General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, presented a Commendation Disc to an Inspector of the Border Security Force (BSF) in recognition of his exemplary service. This award ceremony highlighted the officer’s outstanding coordination and liaison work between the … Read more
