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J&K: Two soldiers including captain killed in landmine explosion in Akhnoor sector
Jammu, Feb 11: Two soldiers including an officer were killed on Tuesday in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast during patrolling near the Line of Control (LoC) fence in J&K's Akhnoor sector.
J-K: Security forces recover arms and ammunition in Kupwara
Kupwara, February 10: Security forces on Monday conducted an operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district and recovered two AK series Rifles, ammunition and other war-like stores.
J-K: Army conducts patrolling in snow-covered Doda
Doda, February 10: Amid a thick blanket of snow and temperatures dropping below -5 degrees Celsius, Indian Army personnel are conducting patrolling operations in the upper reaches of Jammu and Kashmir's (J-K) Doda district, ensuring the region's security, officials said on Monday.
Ladakh hot springs to be thrown open as battlefield tourism destination from June 15
Jammu, Feb 10: Ladakh hot springs located in Galwan Valley area close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China are being thrown open for visitors as part of battlefield tourism from June 15.
'Ex Winged Raider': Army conducts joint airborne operations training with Air Force
New Delhi, February 10: The troops of the Indian Army recently participated in a comprehensive training exercise christened Ex Winged Raider. The exercise focused on special airborne operations, demonstrating a high level of operational readiness and inter-service synergy.
Historic flight by Army, Air Force chiefs in Indigenous LCA fighter jet
Bengaluru, February 9: In a first, Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi and Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh on Sunday took to the skies together in the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas.
Pir Panjal festival begins in J&K's Poonch, Army unites culture and strength
Poonch, Feb 9: The Army kicked off the Pir Panjal Winter Festival in the city on Sunday, setting the stage for wide array of sports and cultural spectacles spread over next two months.
Aero India 2025: IAF, Army chiefs take sortie in Tejas together
Bengaluru, Feb 9: Indian Air Force chief, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh and Army chief, General Upendra Dwivedi undertook a sortie together in the Tejas fighter aircraft on Sunday, ahead of the beginning of the Aero India in Bengaluru.
A tribute to my husband, our story: Widow of Brigadier Lidder on her book 'I am a Soldier's Wife'
New Delhi, February 9: Geetika Lidder, wife of late Brigadier Lakhwinder Singh Lidder shared insights about her book, "I Am a Soldier's Wife" describing it as a tribute to her late husband and their life together.
Army Chief launches Geetika Lidder's Book 'I am a Soldier's Wife'
New Delhi, February 9: Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi launched the book "I Am a Soldier's Wife" on Saturday, authored by Geetika Lidder, the wife of late Brigadier Lakhwinder Singh Lidder.
Suspected terrorists fire at army patrol in J&K's Rajouri
Jammu, Feb 8: Suspected terrorists fired at an army patrol near the Line of Control (LoC) in J&K's Rajouri district on Saturday, officials said.
Niten Chandra Secretary GOI Ex-Serviceman Welfare visits Directorate of Sainik Welfare Assam
Guwahati, February 8: Niten Chandra, IAS, Secretary to the Govt of India Ex-Serviceman Welfare (MOD), accompanied by Major General SBK Singh, Director General of Resettlement, visited the Directorate of Sainik Welfare Assam on Friday.
Army, Air Force chiefs to fly together in LCA Tejas fighter aircraft on Sunday
New Delhi, February 7: In a display of jointness among the defence forces and support for Aatmanirbharta, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi would be flying a sortie in the trainer version of the LCA Tejas fighter aircraft at the Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru on Sunday.
Army Chief honours two with 'Veterans Achievers Award' in Jaipur
Jaipur, February 7: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday honoured two veterans, Major General Alok Raj (Retd) and Havildar Gurprem Singh (Retd), with the 'Veterans Achievers Award' during his visit to Jaipur Military Station.
5 Pakistani terrorists killed in landmine blast during infiltration bid at LoC in Poonch
Jammu, Feb 7: Five Pakistani terrorists were killed on Friday in a landmine blast near the Line of Control (LoC) while trying to infiltrate into Indian territory in Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K) Poonch district.
Nimrat Kaur treats her househelp, their kids with special screening of 'Sky Force'
Mumbai, Feb 6: Actress Nimrat Kaur, whose recently released movie 'Sky Force' is getting a lot of positive response, treated her househelp and their kids to a special screening of the film. She documented the experience with adorable photos, capturing them enjoying the movie together.
Jammu: Army honours sniffer dog 'Teena' for exemplary service
Jammu, February 6: The General Officer Commanding of the Tiger Division honoured the sniffer dog 'Teena' a highly skilled specialist in explosive detection, according to a spokesperson from the Ministry of Defence, Jammu.
India's defence modernisation gets boost with Rs 10,147 crore rocket procurement deals
New Delhi, Feb 6: In an important move aimed at strengthening India's defence capabilities and achieving the vision of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat,' the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts worth a total of Rs 10,147 crore with three prominent Indian companies: the Economic Explosives Ltd (EEL), Munitions India Ltd (MIL), and Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL).
Royal Bhutan Army COO concludes visit to India with focus on cooperation
New Delhi, Feb 6: Reinforcing bilateral military cooperation, the high-level visit to India by a Bhutanese delegation led by Lieutenant General Batoo Tshering, Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the Royal Bhutan Army, concluded on Thursday.
Royal Bhutan Army's Chief Operations Officer concludes India visit reinforcing bilateral military cooperation
New Delhi, February 6: The Chief Operations Officer of the Royal Bhutan Army, Lieutenant General Batoo Tshering's visit to India concluded on Thursday.
J-K: Truck driver killed after high-speed chase with security forces in Baramulla
Baramulla, February 6: A dramatic and intense chase unfolded in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the death of a truck driver.
Bhutan Army's Lt Gen Batoo Tshering lays wreath at Vijay Smarak in Kolkata
Kolkata, February 6: Lieutenant General Batoo Tshering, Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA), laid a wreath at the Vijay Smarak memorial at the Vijay Durg Eastern Command Army Headquarters in Kolkata on Thursday.
Northern Command Investiture Ceremony to be held in Mathura on February 12
Jammu, February 5: The Northern Command is set to pay tribute to its gallant and distinguished soldiers and units during a prestigious investiture ceremony at Mathura Military Cantt, Uttar Pradesh on February 12. This event will serve as a platform to honour and recognize the awardees for their extraordinary acts of bravery, unwavering dedication to duty, and distinguished service to the nation, a release said
Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces recover large cache of arms and ammunition in Baramulla
Baramulla, February 5: In a major success for counter-terror operations, security forces successfully recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition during a joint operation by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the Rampur Sector of Baramulla, officials reported on Wednesday.
Indian Army fosters football talent in rural Manipur with 4-week coaching camp
Kohima, February 5: With the objective of nurturing young football talent, promoting sportsmanship, and fostering discipline among local youth, Indian Army conducted a four-week Football Coaching Camp at Top Chingtha in Imphal East of Manipur from January 12 to February 5 this year.
Director Rajkumar tells his assistant directors: Amaran's success is as much yours as it is mine
Chennai, Feb 6: Director Rajkumar Periasamy, whose upcoming film Amaran is still having a strong run in theatres and is well on its way to completing a 100 days, has now penned a heartfelt post of gratitude to his assistant directors, who helped him make the film.
Ethiopia, Kenya launch joint operation to dismantle terror activities along border
Addis Ababa, Feb 5: Ethiopian and Kenyan intelligence agencies have launched a joint military operation aimed at dismantling a militant group along their common border areas, Ethiopia's National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) has said in a statement.
Fort William, headquarters of Army's Eastern Command, renamed as Vijay Durg
Kolkata, February 5: Fort William, the headquarters of the Indian Army's Eastern Command, has been renamed as Vijay Durg and one of its gates, St George's Gate has also been renamed as Shivaji Gate, officials said on Wednesday.
All 67 victims recovered from Washington plane crash
Washington, Feb 5: The remains of all 67 individuals who died in the helicopter and passenger plane mid-air collision in Washington last week have been recovered by rescue teams, US media cited the Unified Command as saying.
Defense wing at Indian Embassy in Kathmandu celebrates Indian Army Day
Kathmandu, February 4: On the occasion of the 77th Indian Army Day, the Defence Wing, Embassy of India in Nepal hosted a banquet on Tuesday, as per a statement by the Indian Embassy in Nepal.
Chief Operations Officer of Royal Bhutan Army meets Defence Minister in New Delhi
New Delhi, February 4: Visiting Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) Batoo Tshering met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday and discussed various aspects of bilateral relations, with a particular focus on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, an official release said.
Indian Army's Trishakti Corps demonstrates operational excellence in live fire exercise
Guwahati, February 4: The Indian Army's Trishakti Corps successfully conducted a live fire exercise validating its battle readiness, rapid deployment, and precision strike capabilities, the Army said in a press release.
False allegations: Rajnath Singh refutes Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Army Chief over China
New Delhi, February 4: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday rebutted the Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's remarks on China and said that the Army Chief's remarks referred only to the disturbance of traditional patrolling by both sides and the Army Chief never spoke the words attributed by Gandhi at any time.
Indian Army signs MoU with IIT Guwahati for epoxy bamboo-based composites
Guwahati, February 4: In a momentous event, Gajraj Corps of the Indian Army and IIT Guwahati signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for research, design and fabrication of Epoxy bamboo-based composites as replacement of traditional building materials used in the construction of bunkers in high altitude areas.
J-K: Ex-serviceman shot dead by terrorists in South Kashmir's Kulgam; CM Omar Abdullah expresses condolences
Kulgam, February 3: An ex-serviceman was shot dead by terrorists in Behibagh area of south Kashmir's Kulgam on Monday, Army said.
Royal Bhutan Army's Chief Operations Officer receives Guard of Honour at South Block
New Delhi, February 3: Chief Operations Officer of the Royal Bhutan Army, Lieutenant General Batoo Tshering, who is on a six-day official visit to India, received Guard of Honour at South Block on Monday.
J&K Police traces missing soldier
Srinagar, Feb 2: A territorial soldier, who went missing, was traced by Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday, officials said.
Security forces recover weapons, other war-like stores from several districts of Manipur
Imphal, February 3: In a series of successful joint operations, the Indian Army including Assam Rifles in coordination with Manipur Police and other security forces, recovered 10 weapons, ammunition, and warlike stores from both hill and valley regions in the districts of Kakching, Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Thoubal in Manipur.
R-Day: Army Chief felicitates Indian Army contingents and bands for outstanding performances
New Delhi, January 31: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday felicitated the Indian Army contingents and bands for their outstanding performances on Republic Day 2025 and the Beating Retreat Ceremony, said the Indian Army in a statement.
Eastern Command hails Havildar conferred with Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak
Kolkata, Feb 1: The Indian Army's Eastern Command has claimed that a Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) from its Gajraj Corps was awarded the Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak on Republic Day this year for his exceptional act of bravery and selfless service.