Indian Army

January 20, 2025 3:32 PM

Indian Army’s Daredevils set new world record for highest human pyramid on motorcycles

The Indian Army's Motorcycle Rider Display Team, known as the "Daredevils," set a new world record on Monday by creating the highest human pyramid on moving motorcycles. The awe-inspiring formation, standing 20.4 feet tall and comprising 40 men on 7 motorcycles, traveled a distance of 2 kilometers along Kartavya Path, from Vijay Chowk to India Gate in New Delhi. This record-breaking display is set to be repeated at the upcoming Republic Day parade on January 26. The Daredevils, part of the Co...

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 13, 2025 7:36 PM

Situation at LAC ‘stable but sensitive,’ says Army chief

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has described the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) as "stable but sensitive," highlighting ongoing efforts to address tensions between India and China. Speaking on Monday, he said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held discussions with the Chinese leadership over the matter. When asked about the current status at the LAC, General Dwivedi added, "It is stable but sensitive. There have been a series of meetings. Even the Prime Minister...

December 27, 2024 3:33 PM

“India, China achieved consensus to restore ground situation in certain areas along LAC,” MoD year end review

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced that India and China have achieved a broad consensus to restore the ground situation in specific areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The statement, part of the ministry's year-end review, highlighted ongoing efforts at diplomatic and military levels to address border tensions and ensure stability. "India and China achieved a broad consensus to restore the ground situation in certain areas along the LAC. Talks at diplomatic and military level...

December 18, 2024 7:44 PM

Indian Army launches AI incubation centre in Bengaluru

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi inaugurated the Artificial Intelligence Incubation Centre (IAAIIC) in Bengaluru on Wednesday through a virtual ceremony, highlighting the Army's commitment to adopting innovative technologies and empowering its personnel with Artificial Intelligence (AI). The IAAIIC aligns with the Indian Army's vision of technological evolution by enhancing operational capabilities, building an AI-ready force, and addressing modern security challenges. Developed in co...

November 23, 2024 10:39 PM

COAS Indian Army General Upendra Dwivedi felicitates gallantry awardees in Pokhara

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, visited Pokhara today and addressed a large Ex-servicemen Rally of Nepal-domiciled Gorkha Ex-servicemen in the sprawling lawns of PPO Pokhara. Accompanied by his spouse, Sunita Dwivedi, President of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA), General Dwivedi interacted with and felicitated gallantry awardees and Veer Naris present at the event. The COAS praised the bravery of the Gorkha soldiers, saluting their courage and ...

November 13, 2024 12:24 PM

India-Indonesia conclude 9th edition of Garuda Shakti exercise

The 9th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise Garuda Shakti concluded on November 12 at Mokopassus in Cijantung, Indonesia, with the closing ceremony attended by senior military officials from both countries. Sandeep Chakravorty, India’s Ambassador to Indonesia, Captain Shiv Kumar, Defence Attaché at the Indian Embassy, and Colonel Inf J. S. Aling of the Indonesian Army were present at the event. In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information...

November 1, 2024 2:56 PM

Indian troops begin patrolling Demchok sector following disengagement with China

Indian troops have resumed patrolling in the Demchok sector of eastern Ladakh, marking a shift towards reducing military tensions along the India-China border. The development aligns with the latest agreement between India and China to begin coordinated patrols based on each country’s interpretation of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Demchok and Depsang sectors. The Indian Army reported that troops commenced patrolling in Demchok on Friday, with similar activity expected to start soon...

October 28, 2024 6:52 PM

Disengagement between India, China continues in Demchok, Depsang in Eastern Ladakh

The disengagement process between Indian and Chinese forces in the Depsang plains and Demchok sectors of Eastern Ladakh is underway, with completion expected soon, according to defence sources. The Indian Army aims to conclude the process by October 29, following which coordinated patrolling will resume in the area. The Indian side has been striving to restore the situation to the status quo before April 2020, when Chinese military aggression triggered a prolonged standoff along the Line of Act...

October 7, 2024 9:35 PM

Indian Army enhances armoured capability with overhaul of T-90 tanks

In a significant advancement under the "Decade of Transformation", General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, attended the rollout ceremony for the overhauled T-90 Bhishma tank at the 505 Army Base Workshop in Delhi Cantonment on October 7. This initiative reflects the Indian Army's commitment to ensuring the operational readiness of its armoured formations. The T-90 Bhishma, a mainstay of India's mechanized forces since 2003, is acclaimed for its firepower, mobility, and protection. The...