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Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi takes over as Army's Northern Command chief

Who is Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi; new chief of Army's Northern Command assumes charge

On assuming the command of the Northern Command, the General Officer paid homage to the brave hearts of Northern Command and laid the wreath at the Dhruva War Memorial.

Feb 1, 2022

At minus 40 degrees, ITBP's soldiers unfurl national flag at 15,000 feet in Ladakh; perform march-past [Watch]

Spirit of ITBP soldiers guarding the border with China is very high as they unfurl the national flag at 15,000 feet above sea level.

Jan 26, 2022

384 soldiers to receive defence decorations; 12 Shaurya Chakras for counter-terror ops [details]

A total 384 Indian armed forces soldiers will received gallantry and other defence decorations, including 12 Shaurya Chakras, on the eve of 73rd Republic Day celebrations on January 26.

Jan 26, 2022

Six encounters in one week, 11 terrorists killed: J&K's big offensive against terrorism in 2022 [details]

Three JeM terrorists killed in encounter; only one local terrorist left in Srinagar city, all while trying uphold the peace in the valley.

Jan 7, 2022

Two infiltration bids foiled: PAK intruder killed; huge consignment of arms, drugs recovered [details]

Pakistan is trying to push terrorists, smuggle arms, narcotics taking advantage of the dense fog on International Border.

Jan 3, 2022

UP parties want elections not to be delayed

All major political parties in Uttar Pradesh have urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) not to delay the 2022 assembly polls in the state, following concerns of over the new Omicron Covid-19 variant.

Dec 29, 2021

IED expert from PAK among two JeM terrorists killed in Pulwama encounter

Big success for forces; IED expert among four terrorists killed on Saturday [details]

During the last 48 hours, security forces eliminate five terrorists during three encounters in South Kashmir.

Dec 25, 2021

RSS chief calls on Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama; gifts Ganesha idol [details]

In pictures released by the Tibetan government, Mohan Bhagwat was seen gifting a Ganesha idol to His Holiness, who was seen donning a Himachali cap.

Dec 20, 2021

Cong MLA's shocking remark, apology: But rape is no laughing matter, It's high time people get it

Revolting rape jokes or comments followed by outrage and apology are, unfortunately, nothing new in India. Several leaders cutting across party lines and affiliations have made the disgusting rape comments before

Dec 17, 2021

In Army for 43 years, Gen Rawat's unfinished task remains modernisation of Indian military (Obituary)

After 43 years in service, Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat (63) was tasked with making the Indian military modern and capable of dealing with any emerging security challenges on the Northern or Western borders.

Dec 9, 2021

India's Army chief dies in IAF chopper crash; nation mourns tragic loss [details]

India's defence chief, his wife, 11 others died in IAF chopper crash; nation mourns tragic loss [details]

Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika Rawat and 11 other persons tragically died in the IAF chopper crash near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday, leaving the entire nation in shock.

Dec 8, 2021

Nagaland civilian deaths: State government forms SIT; expeditious probe ordered [details]

Meanwhile, in response to calls to the Center to compensate the families of those deceased, the Nagaland government has announced that for each individual killed, the next of kin will receive Rs. 5 lakh.

Dec 6, 2021

Zomi ethnic group in Manipur condemns attack on Assam rifle; offers cooperation in hunting down perpetrators [details]

Calling for the cooperation to hunt down the perpetrators, the Zomi Chiefs Association (ZCA) appealed to 'all Zomi Chiefs and villagers along the indo-Myanmar border to cooperate with the security forces in their hunt for perpetrators of these heinous acts.'

Nov 14, 2021

Gadchiroli: 26 Maoists killed in gun-battle with police; toll likely to increase

The gun battle took place in the morning at Korchi in Mardintola forest area when a C-60 police commando team was conducting a search operation led by additional SP Soumya Munde.

Nov 13, 2021

Commanding Officer of Assam Rifles, family members killed in ambush

The attack is believed to have been carried out by the People's Liberation Army of Manipur, albeit, no terrorist group has claimed credit for the attack as yet