ARMY CHIEF
Take swift action against Army staff behind ill-treatment of civilians: Mehbooba Mufti to J-K govt Mehbooba Mufti, president of the Peoples' Democratic Party, called upon the Jammu and Kashmir government to take action against army personnel accused of mistreating civilians in Kishtwar district. Mufti's demand follows allegations that soldiers be...
22 Nov, 2024, 12.18 PM ISTArmy chiefs of India, Nepal discuss collaboration Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi embarked on a five-day visit to Nepal, engaging in discussions with his Nepalese counterpart, General Ashok Sigdel, to strengthen bilateral military cooperation. Dwivedi paid tribute at the Bir Smarak and pa...
21 Nov, 2024, 04.08 PM ISTIndian Army chief arrives in Nepal; to receive Honorary General rank from President Paudel Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi arrived in Kathmandu on Wednesday for a five-day official visit. He was warmly welcomed by the Nepal Army and is scheduled to receive the honorary rank of "General of the Nepal Army" from President Ramchandr...
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Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi embarks on 4-day visit to Nepal Indian Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi is on a four-day visit to Nepal. He will be conferred the honorary rank of 'General of the Nepal Army'. Gen Dwivedi will hold talks with Nepal's Army Chief and meet with top Nepalese leaders. The visit aims to b...
20 Nov, 2024, 04.09 PM ISTNo end, houses of 5 more MLAs set afire Following the discovery of six bodies in Manipur, violence erupted as mobs targeted the homes of government officials, including the chief minister. Security forces responded to protesters with tear gas and rubber bullets, leading to injuries. A cur...
18 Nov, 2024, 12.47 PM ISTWe are going to enter era in which combat may be between machines and humans, says CDS Gen Anil Chauhan Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan highlighted the changing face of warfare, stating that combat, traditionally between humans, is evolving to involve machines. He emphasized that future conflicts could see confrontations between machines and h...
12 Nov, 2024, 10.52 PM ISTSaudi army chief to visit Iran on rare trip: state media A top Saudi military official will visit Tehran. The visit is on Sunday. The official will meet with Iranian officials. The meeting is to improve defence ties. Iran and Saudi Arabia resumed relations in 2023. China brokered the deal. The countries h...
10 Nov, 2024, 05.28 PM ISTPakistan parliament approves bill to extend army chief's service tenure Pakistan's parliament has approved an amendment extending the terms of military chiefs, including the army chief, from three to five years. The move, supported by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's coalition government, is seen as a setback for jailed ...
04 Nov, 2024, 10.46 PM ISTPM Modi salutes "indomitable spirit and courage" of all ranks, veterans on occasion of Infantry Day Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the bravery of infantry personnel on Infantry Day. The event saw top military officers honoring fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial. Infantry Day marks the 1947 mission protecting Jammu and Kashmir fro...
27 Oct, 2024, 10.56 AM ISTIndia of 2024 is not that of 1962, says Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu inaugurated the Kameng Culture and Heritage Museum, emphasizing India's advancements since 1962. Located in Dirang, the museum aims to preserve the state's cultural legacy and promote socio-economic growth. It was de...
23 Oct, 2024, 07.50 PM ISTWe are trying to restore the trust: Army chief after India-China talks breakthrough India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling along the LAC in eastern Ladakh, aiming to restore trust and normalize border management to pre-April 2020 levels. Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi emphasized phases of trust-building and engagem...
23 Oct, 2024, 11.32 AM IST'Easing Arunachal positions part of pact' Army chief stresses the need to restore trust and achieve April 2020 status quo at the LAC for effective border management, as a new patrolling agreement with China includes easing positions in tension areas like Arunachal Pradesh’s Yangtse and Asap...
22 Oct, 2024, 11.46 PM ISTHezbollah finance chief killed in Syria: Israeli army Israeli forces eliminated the latest chief of Hezbollah's Unit 4400, responsible for funding through Iranian oil sales to Syria, in a targeted strike in Damascus. This operation aims to cripple the Iran-backed group's finances amid ongoing conflict ...
22 Oct, 2024, 12.24 PM ISTBihar labourer killed by terrorists in Shopian: J&K BJP chief Raina promises justice A Bihar migrant laborer, Ashok Chauhan, was killed by terrorists in Kashmir's Shopian district. BJP President Ravinder Raina announced that the Indian Army and J-K Police are searching the area. Condemnations from officials, including LG Manoj Sinha...
19 Oct, 2024, 12.13 PM ISTBihar: Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj names ex-vice chief of army staff as candidate for Tarari bypoll Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has chosen former vice chief of army staff, Lt. Gen. Krishna Singh, as its candidate for the Tarari assembly seat bypoll in Bihar. Kishor noted Singh's Bihar roots and military background with pride. Lt. Gen. Singh...
16 Oct, 2024, 01.55 PM ISTArmy Chief launches 'Agniastra' multi-target detonation device during Gangtok conference Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi unveiled 'Agniastra,' a multi-target detonation device, at the Army Commanders Conference in Gangtok. Developed by Major Rajprasad RS, the device has a range of 2.5 kilometers and can detonate multiple targets simu...
11 Oct, 2024, 11.11 PM ISTIn signal to China, senior commanders to meet in Sikkim Top Indian Army commanders will gather in Sikkim for the first-ever biannual meeting near the China border, focusing on operational issues and future challenges. Defence minister Rajnath Singh will address the meeting. Amid talks of a peace agreemen...
09 Oct, 2024, 12.25 AM ISTArmy Chief says China border scene sensitive, trust biggest casualty General Upendra Dwivedi states that while the border situation with China remains sensitive, diplomatic efforts signal possible resolution. The Army is prepared for any contingency, with significant progress in recruitment and joint theatre command ...
02 Oct, 2024, 06.41 AM ISTIndia-China border situation is 'not normal': Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi India's Army Chief General Dwivedi said that resolving the border dispute with China hinges on negotiations, amid stable but abnormal conditions. Diplomatic talks show some progress, but trust issues persist, necessitating India's readiness for any ...
01 Oct, 2024, 04.16 PM ISTTwo coursemates, two classmates will now head three Armed force services Air Marshal AP Singh has been appointed as the next Chief of Air Staff, joining his coursemates and classmates who now lead the Army, Navy, and Air Force. This change in leadership over the past five months aims to enhance synergy among the services...
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