Onkareshwar Pandey The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, has been cornered from all sides for quite some time now. The opposition is baying for his blood and has moved a motion of no-confidence against him due to the many defections from his own party; the Army Chief, General Qamar Bajwa is also disenchanted with him and has declared that the Army will stay neutral in … [Read more...] about Instability in Pakistan poses huge security concerns for India
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Pakistan: Ceasefire with TPP will have precarious repercussions
Dr. Simrit Kahlon What goes around; comes around!! This proverb describes, most aptly, the fragile situation presently prevalent in Pakistan. Having given wind to the cult of terrorism, the nation is now paying a terrible cost for its misdeeds. The current prime minister of the country, Imran Khan, was once a poster boy of the militant warlords who held sway over his … [Read more...] about Pakistan: Ceasefire with TPP will have precarious repercussions
Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Gujarat
Defenceinfo News Bureau Ahmedabad, July, 26: Academic institutions of Gujarat organised lectures and discussions on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas. The topics ranged from an overview of the Kargil War to the current situation in Jammu and Kashmir, inclusive of its strategic importance and geo-political significance. Col (Retd.) Jaibans Singh, a reputed Defence and … [Read more...] about Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Gujarat
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
Surgical strike had a positive impact says Lt. Gen. Ranbir Singh
Defenceinfo Bureau Kapurthala, December, 08: Army Commander, Northern Command, Lieutenant General Ranbir Singh on Saturday asserted that the 2016 surgical strike across the Line of Control (LoC) had a "positive impact." Speaking on the sidelines of an Old Boys Association meet of Sainik School, Kapurthala, which is his Alma Mater, General Singh said, "Surgical strike is one … [Read more...] about Surgical strike had a positive impact says Lt. Gen. Ranbir Singh
Baramulla: Subdued response by security forces to avoid collateral damage
Defenceinfo Bureau Report Asserting that the terrorists responsible for the attack on Army and the Border Security Force (BSF) camps in Baramulla, Kashmir, fled the spot using the dark and heavy civilian population as a shield, the police on Monday claimed that the security forces could not retaliate in a heavy manner fearing civilian casualties. Briefing the media here, … [Read more...] about Baramulla: Subdued response by security forces to avoid collateral damage
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
Lieutenant General Khem Karan Singh, MVC: A great military leader
Brigadier Sukhji Singh, MVC Indian folk lore has it that when celestial planets cross the firmament, they bring in their wake inexorable changes in the destiny of Nations and the lives of men. So too, can it be said that exceptional leaders and commanders influence the destiny of an Army and the men that comprise it. The late Lieutenant General Khem Karan Singh, MVC , … [Read more...] about Lieutenant General Khem Karan Singh, MVC: A great military leader
Indian Army to continue with its goodwill initiatives in J-K
Defenceinfo Bureau Report Srinagar, June 17: The Indian Army has reiterated its commitment to carry on with its welfare initiative in Jammu and Kashmir called 'Sadbhavna'. 'Sadbhavna' was launched in early 1990s with an aim to reach out to the people of Jammu and Kashmir reeling under the shadow of foreign sponsored terrorism. The benefits accrued from the initiative in … [Read more...] about Indian Army to continue with its goodwill initiatives in J-K