Chief of Defence Staff

October 9, 2026 1:13 AM

CDS Hails IAF’s Operational Excellence, Decisive Air Power on 94th Air Force Day

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani on Thursday extended greetings to all personnel of the Indian Air Force (IAF), veterans, civilians and their families on the occasion of the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force, lauding the force’s operational excellence, professionalism and ability to employ air power decisively in an increasingly contested and technology-driven battlespace. Paying tribute to the IAF’s rich legacy of valour and selfless service, the CDS said the f...

October 1, 2026 11:15 PM

HQ IDS, India’s apex institution driving tri-service synergy, turns 25

The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), India’s apex institution driving jointness, integration and synergy among the three services and which played a key role during Operation Sindoor, completed 25 years on Thursday. Conceived as a permanent institution to promote jointness and integration in the armed forces, the HQ IDS has emerged as the fulcrum of tri-service synergy vanguard for new domains like cyber and space. The institution marked its silver jubilee, commemorating the 2...

August 3, 2026 7:25 PM

CDS General Subramani stresses preparedness for emerging security challenges at fourth edition of Tri-Services Future Warfare Course

Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) General N.S. Raja Subramani on Monday inaugurated the Fourth Edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, highlighting the rapidly evolving nature of warfare and the growing importance of emerging technologies in shaping future military operations. Delivering the keynote address at the inaugural session, the CDS emphasised the need for India's Armed Forces to anticipate future security challenges and strengthen their ca...

April 4, 2026 5:13 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan reviews operational readiness of Chinar Corps in north Kashmir

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Saturday reviewed the operational preparedness of the Army’s Chinar Corps during his visit to strategically significant areas in north Kashmir. During the visit, the CDS assessed the security situation and operational posture along the Line of Control (LoC) and commended the formation for its high standards of preparedness, professionalism, and doctrinal coherence. At Baramulla, CDS Chauhan was briefed on future force applications and the infusi...

January 13, 2026 9:40 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan motivates NCC cadets at Republic Day Camp 2026

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt and motivated young cadets to emerge as future leaders of a developed India. Addressing cadets and officers, General Chauhan said they would play a crucial role in building a Samridhh, Sashakt aur Surakshit Bharat by 2047. Expressing pride in attending the Republic Day Camp for the fourth consecutive year, the CDS lauded the discipline, enthusiasm and high st...

November 30, 2025 10:57 AM

Indian Naval Academy holds autumn term 2025 passing out parade

The Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, held its Passing Out Parade (POP) for the Autumn Term 2025 on Saturday, marking the completion of initial training for 232 trainees. The cohort included Midshipmen of the 109th Indian Naval Academy Course and cadets from various Naval Orientation Courses, including 18 cadets from seven friendly foreign nations - Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Maldives, Myanmar, Mozambique, and Seychelles - underscoring the academy’s expanding international engagement....

October 14, 2025 9:43 PM

Rajnath Singh releases book ‘Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II’ authored by CDS General Anil Chauhan

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday released a book titled ‘Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II: Shaping a Future Ready Force’, authored by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan. The book presents a comprehensive and future-oriented blueprint for shaping India’s Armed Forces for making them future-ready. The book makes an in-depth analysis of warfare’s changing character and provides an evolutionary overview of war, while focusing on emerging frontiers such as cyberspace,...

September 22, 2025 8:50 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan inaugurates first-ever Tri Services Academia Technology Symposium

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan inaugurated the first edition of the Tri Services Academia Technology Symposium (T-SATS) at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on Monday. The two-day event aims to synergise academia, startups, industry, and the Armed Forces to co-develop cutting-edge, indigenous technologies for India’s defence sector. The symposium has brought together Directors, Heads of Departments, and students from 62 leading institutions including IISc, IITs, IIITs, and ...

August 10, 2025 5:53 PM

Operation Sindoor is testament to synergy, operational cohesion among the three Services: CDS

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday lauded the success of ‘Operation Sindoor’ as a testament to the synergy and operational cohesion among the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Addressing participants of the 21st Higher Defence Management Course (HDMC) and senior officers at the College of Defence Management (CDM) in Secunderabad, CDS Chauhan emphasised the significance of Jointness and Integration in shaping the future of India’s armed forces. He also underscore...

March 7, 2025 5:58 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan tours historic Victoria Barracks in Melbourne during Australia visit

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the historic Victoria Barracks in Melbourne as part of his four-day tour to Australia, aimed at strengthening defence ties between the two nations. The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) shared glimpses of his visit on social media platform X, highlighting the significance of his tour. "Strengthening Defence Collaboration!" HQ IDS posted. "General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff CDS India, toured the historic Victoria B...