Col Alok Mathur (Retired) A C 17 Globe Master lll of the Indian Air Force took off from Hindan Air base at 0400h on 2 March, 2022 and headed for Bucharest, the capital city of Romania, on a relief mission as part of the daring humanitarian evacuation mission code named Operation Ganga, launched by the Government of India for safe return of its citizens, especially young … [Read more...] about Operation Ganga: Herculean evacuation of Indians from Ukraine war zone
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Change of Command in Chinar Corps
Defenceinfo Bureau Report Lt. Gen. Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon has taken over as the 48th Corps Commander of the Army's Srinagar-based 15 Corps. The formation, also called the Chinar Corps, has its Headquarters in Badami Bagh, Srinagar, and is responsible for the Kashmir Valley, inclusive of the Line of Control and Counter-terrorist profile in the hinterland. He has taken over … [Read more...] about Change of Command in Chinar Corps
Peace in Kashmir is linked with integrity of Nation: Rajnath Singh
Defenceinfo Bureau Report In a major development, the NDA government has expressed willingness to hold simultaneous election for the J&K State Assembly and the Lok Sabha in case the Election Commission gives its concurrence. This was conveyed by Home Minister Rajnath Singh in the parliament, while replying to a statutory resolution for promulgation of President's Rule in … [Read more...] about Peace in Kashmir is linked with integrity of Nation: Rajnath Singh
Rally in support of Indian Army held at Jammu
Defenceinfo Bureau Report Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir), Sept. 7: The Jammu Citizen Forum in association with Team Jammu and other youth forums on Wednesday organised a massive 'Tiranga Rally' at M.A. Stadium to place on record the deep sense of gratitude and appreciation of the people of the Jammu province for the sterling contribution of valiant officers and Jawans of the Indian … [Read more...] about Rally in support of Indian Army held at Jammu
Northern Command Brave hearts conferred gallantry awards.
Defenceinfo Bureau Report On the occasion of 69th Independence Day, one Kirti Chakra, three Shaurya Chakras, 23 Sena Medals (Gallantry) and 15 Mention in Dispatches were conferred on officers and men of the Northern Command for display of exemplary courage and dedication to duty. The Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra are the second and third highest gallantry awards respectively … [Read more...] about Northern Command Brave hearts conferred gallantry awards.
Polling commences in Jammu and Kashmir
Sheikh Qayyum Jammu and Kashmir, November, 25: Polling for first phase of State Assembly Elections in Jammu and Kashmir is underway. 123 candidates are in the fray in this first leg of the five-stage election. 15 segments will go for polling, spread across seven districts of Bandipora and Ganderbal in Kashmir Valley, Kargil and Leh of Ladakh region and Kishtwar, Doda and … [Read more...] about Polling commences in Jammu and Kashmir
Lieutenant Navdeep Singh conferred with the highest peacetime gallantry award of India – Ashok Chakra
Defenceinfo Bureau Report The 63rd Republic Day celebrations at Rajpath will commence with the Nation’s highest peacetime Gallantry award, ‘Ashok Chakra’ being conferred posthumously to Lieutenant Navdeep Singh of the Indian Army by the Honourable President, Smt Pratibha Devisingh Patil, on behalf of a grateful Nation. Lieutenant Navdeep Singh, unhesitatingly sacrificed his … [Read more...] about Lieutenant Navdeep Singh conferred with the highest peacetime gallantry award of India – Ashok Chakra
PM gives pakistan a free run to spread terror in India
Bureau Report Prime Minister Manmohan Singh called for a thorough investigation into Laden's presence for such a long time on the soil of Abbottabad, at a joint press conference that he addressed along with Afghan President Hamid Karzai in Kabul. When asked if India would adopt the type of operation that the US carried out to eliminate the al Qaeda chief, in order to get … [Read more...] about PM gives pakistan a free run to spread terror in India
Antony asks Army to watch developments in the neighbourhood
Defence Minister AK Antony today asked the Army to be ever vigilant and keep a watchful eye on the smallest developments in and around our neighbourhood. Addressing the officers and Jawans at a Sainik Sammelan at the 3 Corps Headquarters at Ranga Pahar, Nagaland, the Defence Minister said that while maintaining peace and tranquility along the border is crucial, we have to … [Read more...] about Antony asks Army to watch developments in the neighbourhood