Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma has officially taken over the reins as the Northern Army Commander, succeeding Lieutenant General MV Suchendra Kumar, who has concluded his distinguished 15-month tenure. General Suchindra Kumar retires today after a remarkable service spanning over 30 years, leaving behind a legacy of commendable leadership. Lieutenant General Sharma, an infantry officer commissioned … Read more
In the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 individuals, predominantly tourists, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has empowered the armed forces with full operational autonomy. This directive allows the military to determine the nature, timing, and targets of India’s response to the assault, which … Read more
In a noteworthy achievement, 168 officers from the Indian Armed Forces, alongside seven officers from Sri Lanka, completed their graduation from the Defence Services Technical Staff Course (DSTSC)-07 at the renowned Military Institute of Technology (MILIT) in Khadakwasla. This flagship course is specifically structured to provide mid-career officers from all three services with essential skills … Read more
Cadets from the National Defence Academy (NDA) showcased outstanding skills at the 18th General JJ Singh Officers Shooting Championship, held from April 10 to 23, 2025, at the Army Marksmanship Unit, The Infantry School in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh. The team made a significant impact, securing one gold and two bronze medals across various individual and … Read more
In a notable achievement for the Indian Army, Lieutenant Nishant Mehla of the Spear Corps, serving under the Eastern Command, secured the gold medal in the 10m Air Pistol event at the 18th Gen JJ Singh Officers Shooting Championship. This championship took place from April 10 to April 23, 2025, at the renowned Army Marksmanship … Read more
In a significant move underscoring the Indian Army’s commitment to maintaining high operational standards, Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, the Army Commander of the Sapta Shakti Command, recently visited the Dot On Target Division. The primary goal of this visit was to assess the division’s operational preparedness and combat readiness, emphasizing the importance of excellence in … Read more
Lt Gen Sadhna S Nair, AVSM, VSM, the Director General Medical Services (Army) and Senior Colonel Commandant, visited Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore (CHAFB) today, reinforcing her role as the first woman to hold this prestigious position. This visit underscores the Indian Armed Forces’ ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare services for serving personnel, veterans, and … Read more
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
