Indian Army

Sikkim standoff: India gives Army special powers for intense wars

Indian Army has been authorised by the Central government to buy weapons, ammunition and spares to prepare for short and "intense" wars. Read to know what it means for the Sikkim standoff with China.

Jul 13, 2017

Jammu & Kashmir jeep parade: SHRC orders state govt to pay Rs 10 lakh to victim

Farooq Ahmad Dar was tied to the bonnet of an Indian Army jeep to prevent locals from pelting soldiers with stones during the Srinagar bypolls on April 9.

Jul 10, 2017

Rajasthan minister Rajkumar Rinwa wants politicians who insult Indian Army killed: Do you agree? [VIDEO]

Rajasthan minister and BJP leader Rajkumar Rinwa has suggested that politicians who insult Indian Army should be killed without delay. Watch the video and tell us whether you agree with him.

Jul 10, 2017

Sikkim standoff: Indian Army pitches tents, starts supply chain despite China posturing

The Sikkim standoff is already India's longest standoff with China since the 1962 war.

Jul 9, 2017

Mamata Banerjee hits out at Centre for 'non-cooperative attitude' as WB BJP demands President's rule

Police also detained three BJP leaders from the Centre, including Meenakshi Lekhi, when they were on way to visit riot-hit Basirhat. The government will also order a judicial inquiry into the riots.

Jul 8, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: Indian Army soldier, wife killed in Pakistan ceasefire violation in Poonch

Pakistan on Saturday violated ceasefire in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the death of an Indian Army soldier and his wife. Read to know more.

Jul 8, 2017

Burhan Wani death anniversary: J&K remains tense; social media sites, Internet services shut

The situation in Jammu and Kashmir remains tense ahead of the first death anniversary of Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani.

Jul 7, 2017

India vs China: How the two countries match in military strength

Is Indian military properly equipped to take on an evolving Chinese challenge? Here is a comparison of the military power of the two countries.

Jul 3, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: Two terrorists killed in Pulwama encounter

Two terrorists — identified as Kifayat and Jehangir Khandey — were killed while three more are still believed to be holed up inside a building.

Jul 3, 2017

Manipur ambush killing 18 Indian soldiers prompted us to plan surgical strikes: Parrikar

The former defence minister said that the planning for the surgical strikes of September 2-16 began in June 2015 after the NSCN-K ambushed an Indian Army convoy in Manipur, killing 18 soldiers.

Jul 2, 2017

Manohar Parrikar reveals the 'insult' that triggered the 2016 surgical strikes

Parrikar said that an "insulting" question by a TV anchor to Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore after the anti-insurgency operation along the Myanmar border in 2015 prompted him to plan the surgical strikes of 2016.

Jul 1, 2017

Anantnag encounter: Top LeT commander Bashir Lashkari gunned down; 2 civilians killed

Two civilians, including a woman, also lost their lives while several others got injured in cross-firing between terrorists and security forces.

Jul 1, 2017

Azam Khan booked for sedition over Indian Army remarks; VHP leader announces Rs 50 lakh reward for his tongue

Several police complaints have been made against Azam Khan for his comments on Indian Army, while a VHP leader has called for his tongue to be chopped off. Read to know more.

Jul 1, 2017

After accusing Indian Army of rape, Azam Khan calls himself 'item girl' of BJP

SP leader Azam Khan, who on Wednesday was criticised for insulting Indian Army, said on Thursday he had become the BJP's "item girl." Read to know exactly what he might have meant.

Jun 29, 2017

Azam Khan faces flak for insulting Indian Army with rape allegations

Azam Khan courted controversy yet again when he levelled rape allegations against the Indian Army during a meeting with party workers at the SP office in Rampur in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday night.

Jun 28, 2017

Indian Army gets first batch of modern bullet-proof helmets after two decades

Indian Army has finally received its first batch of modern bulletproof helmets, two decades after it initiated the process to acquire them. Read to know more about the helmets and how it will help our soldiers.

Jun 28, 2017

No takers for 'Made in India' assault rifles in Indian Army

Key stakeholders from Indian Army, Indian Air Force, Indian Navy and Defence Ministry will now meet on Friday to highlight the precise specifications of assault rifles that the forces need.

Jun 22, 2017

Darjeeling unrest: Gorkhas' voice getting louder for Gorkhaland

The Gorkhaland movement has received support from Gorkhas all over the world, which has made the agitation strong in Darjeeling. But why not many voice was heard in their favour?

Jun 22, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: 'Chota Geelani' killed in clashes with cops after Pulwama encounter

A protester nicknamed "Chota Geelani" has been killed in clashes between protesters and security forces in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir. Read to know more.

Jun 22, 2017

Jammu and Kashmir: 3 militants killed, Army officer injured in Pulwama encounter

Three militants were killed and an Army Major was injured on Thursday in a gunfight in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Jun 22, 2017