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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...

February 23, 2026 4:03 PM

Indian Army rescues 46 stranded tourists in East Sikkim under ‘Op Himrahat’

The Indian Army has carried out a swift rescue operation under 'Operation Himrahat' in the high-altitude areas of East Sikkim, safely evacuating 46 stranded tourists following heavy snowfall and extreme weather conditions, officials said on Monday. According to defence officials, sudden and intense snowfall accompanied by sub-zero temperatures on February 22 disrupted normal movement in several vulnerable stretches of East Sikkim, leaving multiple tourist vehicles stranded and civilians exposed...

February 17, 2026 9:30 PM

India, France strengthen defence ties at annual dialogue in Bengaluru

India and France on Monday renewed their bilateral defence cooperation agreement for another 10 years and agreed to deepen military and industrial collaboration as the two sides held the sixth edition of the India-France Annual Defence Dialogue in Bengaluru. The dialogue was co-chaired by India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and France’s Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin, who discussed a range of bilateral security and defence issues, including priority a...

January 30, 2026 1:33 AM

PM Modi shares highlights of Beating Retreat, lauds military and CAPF bands

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared glimpses from the Beating Retreat 2026 ceremony, praising the memorable performances by various military and paramilitary bands. In a series of posts on social media platform X, the Prime Minister highlighted the musical excellence, precision, and visual grandeur displayed during the event, which marked the formal conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations. “Here are some glimpses from Beating Retreat 2026. The performances by the various band...

January 15, 2026 2:56 PM

Army Day Parade Breaks Tradition as Jaipur Hosts First-Ever Public Route Spectacle

For the first time in its history, the main Army Day Parade is being moved out of military cantonments and held along a public urban route on Mahal Road in Jaipur on Thursday, marking a significant departure from long-standing tradition. The Sapta Shakti Command, also known as the South Western Command, has taken responsibility for managing an estimated crowd of nearly eight lakh civilians in Jaipur. The large-scale event is being organised on the lines of Republic Day celebrations and aims to...

January 15, 2026 9:42 AM

Army Day: PM Modi salutes courage and sacrifice of Indian Army

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday saluted the courage and resolute commitment of the Indian Army on the occasion of Army Day, describing the soldiers as a symbol of selfless service who safeguard the nation under the most challenging conditions. Marking the 78th Army Day, the Prime Minister also paid tribute to those who laid down their lives in the line of duty. “On Army Day, we salute the courage and resolute commitment of the Indian Army. Our soldiers stand as a symbol of selfless ...

January 14, 2026 6:20 PM

Rajnath Singh pays tribute to ex-servicemen on 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day

The nation on Wednesday paid rich tributes to the valour, sacrifices and lifelong service of ex-servicemen on the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day, with a series of events held across the country to honour those who have safeguarded India’s security. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh graced the main celebrations at the Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, where around 2,500 veterans from Delhi and the National Capital Region participated. Veterans’ rallies, wreath-laying ceremonies, grievance red...

January 9, 2026 9:49 AM

Assam Rifles organise mega medical camp under ‘Operation Sadbhavana’ in Manipur border village

As part of the Indian Army’s Operation ‘Sadbhavana’ (Goodwill) initiative, the Assam Rifles on Thursday organised a mega specialist medical camp in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district, which shares an international border with Myanmar, officials said. “Conducted under the ‘Operation Sadbhavana’ initiative, the camp featured a team of specialised doctors from the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, who offered comprehensive consultations in ophthalmology, general medic...

January 7, 2026 2:05 PM

Indian Army restores key road in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu

As part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, the Indian Army’s Engineer Task Force is working relentlessly to restore the B-492 road, which connects Kandy in the Central Province with Badulla in Sri Lanka’s Uva Province, after it was severely affected by Cyclone Ditwah. In a video posted by the Indian Army on X, a schoolgirl expressed her gratitude, saying, “We are really grateful for the service you have done for us, especially for coming all the way from India. Due to the damaged bridge, we had n...

December 30, 2025 2:41 PM

Army Constructs Double-Storey Homestay in Remote Arunachal Border Village

The Indian Army has constructed a homestay at the border village of Taksing under the Vibrant Village Programme through ‘Operation Sadbhavna’ in Arunachal Pradesh’s Upper Subansiri district, officials said on Monday. Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat stated that as part of an initiative for border area development, the Indian Army has built a double-storey homestay at Taksing. The facility has been dedicated to the local community under the Vibrant Village Programme. The project wa...