Armed Forces

March 28, 2025 1:35 PM

COAS Gen Upendra Dwivedi stresses Jointness and Integration in Armed Forces amid evolving warfare

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the critical need for jointness and integration among India's Armed Forces in response to the evolving nature of warfare. Addressing officers undergoing the 80th Staff Course at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington on Wednesday, Gen Dwivedi outlined the strategic challenges facing India and the necessity for synergy between the Army, Navy, and Air Force to tackle future security threats. According to the Ministry of De...

January 15, 2025 9:20 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extend wishes on 77th Army day

President Droupadi Murmu, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, commended the Indian Army for its unparalleled contributions to national security, its commitment to combating terrorism, and its dedication to encouraging peace and prosperity in the country on the occasion of the 77th Army Day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to the Indian army on the occasion of 77th Army Day on January 15. "The Indian Army plays a pivotal role in ensuring national security. Our soldie...

January 1, 2025 4:28 PM

Modernising armed forces: Defence Ministry declares 2025 as ‘Year of Reforms’

The Defence Ministry has declared 2025 as the "Year of Reforms," aiming to transform the armed forces into a technologically advanced, combat-ready force capable of executing multi-domain integrated operations. The decision was made on Tuesday during a high-level meeting of all Secretaries of the Ministry of Defence, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of various ongoing schemes, projects, and reforms. The reforms are set to focus on several...