Indian Army

Top Army officer reviews emerging security situation and operational preparedness in Manipur

A top Army officer toured some Manipur districts to review the emerging internal security situation in the ethnic violence-hit state and discuss operational preparedness with senior Army and Assam Rifles officials, defence officials said on Thursday.

6 days ago

PM Modi continues Diwali tradition, celebrates with soldiers in Gujarat's Kutch

Continuing his tradition of spending Diwali with the armed forces and other security forces on the borders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival of lights on Thursday with personnel from the Border Security Force (BSF), Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force in the Sir Creek area of Gujarat's Kutch.

20 days ago

India's defense self-reliance gets boost with HIM-DRONE-A-THON 2 [details]

Indian Army and FICCI host HIM-DRONE-A-THON 2, showcasing indigenous drone solutions for high-altitude military operations. Boosting self-reliance and tech advancement.

Sep 18, 2024

"Fight together, train together": Indian Army trains J&K Police Officers in intelligence techniques

This training underscores the strong partnership between the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police, reflecting the shared motto, "We Fight Together - We Train Together."

Aug 18, 2024

Wayanad disaster: Search operations continue, 206 missing

Wayanad disaster: Death toll touches 387 on Day 7; still 180 missing

There are around 100 relief camps in which close to 9,500 people have been relocated. As many as 81 people are admitted to various hospitals in the district.

Aug 5, 2024

Lt Gen Sadhna Saxena Nair becomes first woman DG Medical Services (Army)

First Woman Officer Appointed as DG Medical Services in Indian Army

Lt Gen Sadhna Saxena Nair has assumed the office of Director General Medical Services (Army), marking her as the first woman to hold this prestigious position. This announcement was made by the Ministry of Defence on August 1, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the Indian Army's history.

Aug 1, 2024

Who is General Upendra Dwivedi? The 30th Chief of the Indian Army takes charge [key points]

Hailing from Madhya Pradesh, General Dwivedi is an alumnus of Sainik School, followed by National Defence Academy. His military career is generously dotted with several awards and distinctions

Jun 30, 2024

Indian woman army major to recieve UN award

Indian woman Army major to receive UN award for gender advocacy

Indian Army Major Radhika Sen has been selected to receive a UN award recognizing her advocacy for women and girls while serving as a peacekeeper, Stephane Dujarric, the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, announced here.

May 29, 2024

Fact Check: Did Ayushmann Khurrana sing Dil Dil Pakistan at concert post his Ram Mandir visit?

Contrary to the claims, the video that has gone viral shows Ayushmann singing 'Dil Dil Pak Jaan Jaan Pakistan' at an event is being shared in a misleading context. However, it dates back to 2017 and shows Khurrana performing at a concert in Dubai.

Jan 26, 2024

Defence Minister Reviews Security Situation Along LoC, Lauds Soldiers' Contributions

"Stay connected to people": Rajnath Singh reviews security situation along LoC, lauds soldiers' contributions

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday visited the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir to take stock of the security situation along the Line of Control (LoC) in wake of the killing of four soldiers in an encounter with terrorists in Poonch district on December 21.

Dec 27, 2023

Two terrorists killed in Kashmir encounter

Rajouri encounter: Soldier, terrorist killed; toll rises to 7 [details]

One army soldier and a terrorist were killed on Thursday in J&K's Rajouri district taking the toll to 7 in over 28-hour long operation.

Nov 23, 2023

Indian intelligence warned of possible attacks

Army foils infiltration bid on LoC in J&K's Baramulla

Indian Army has foiled an infiltration bid from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector of J&K's Baramulla district.

Oct 22, 2023

Army explains reasons for not giving Agniveer soldier military funeral amid row over his death [details]

As political parties lambasted the Centre for not giving a guard of honour to Agniveer Jawan, the Army on Monday said that soldier Amritpal Singh committed suicide so military honours were extended to his funeral.

Oct 16, 2023

Army officer killed, 6 soldiers injured in Siachen Glacier tent fire

An army officer was killed and six other soldiers injured in a tent fire incident in Siachen Glacier area of Ladakh on Wednesday, army sources said.

Jul 19, 2023

India to participate in 'Nomadic Elephant-2023' joint military exercise in Mongolia [details]

Indian Army contingent comprising of 43 personnel left for Mongolia to participate in military exercise on Sunday.

Jul 16, 2023

Robotic experts, Army join rescue operation to save girl stuck in MP borewll [details]

More than 48 hours after a little girl fell into a borewell in Madhya Pradesh's Sehore district, a team of robotic experts and the Army on Thursday joined the rescue operation.

Jun 8, 2023

No more maroon berets, regiment belts; standard uniform for Brigadiers, higher rank officers in Army

The decision was taken after detailed deliberations at Army Commanders Conference last month, while the changes will be implemented starting August 1 of this year

May 9, 2023

5 missing Peruvian military chopper crew members found dead

Army chopper makes emergency landing in J&K; three injured [details]

Two pilots and a technician were injured on Thursday afer an army helicopter made a precautionary landing in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district.

May 4, 2023

India begins 'Operation Kaveri' to rescue Indians stranded in Sudan

About 500 Indians have reached Port Sudan under Operation Kaveri that has begun to evacuate nationals from the crisis-torn Sudan, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Monday.

Apr 24, 2023

Army rescues 400 tourists stranded in Sikkim after heavy snowfall

Army personnel rescued around 400 tourists stranded in Sikkim following heavy snowfall and later provided emergency assistance, including medical care and food, to them, defence officials said on Sunday.

Mar 13, 2023

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