Indian Army

Shopian encounter: Security forces eliminate second terrorist; operation underway [details]

Earlier on Tuesday three LeT terrorists were killed in an encounter between the terrorists and security forces at Tulran Imamsahab area in Shopian.

Oct 12, 2021

Indian Army, Mewar University launch assistive scholarship for J&K students; mitigates financial burden

On behalf of the Northern Command Headquarters, Lt Gen D.P. Pandey, GOC Chinar Corps, handed over a cheque of Rs. 2.5 crore to Ashok Kumar Gadiya, Chairman, Mewar University.

Oct 12, 2021

No breakthrough in India, China military talks to resolve remaining border disputes

The military talks between India and China to end border disputes have not resulted in any resolution with the Chinese not agreeing to "constructive suggestions" provided by the Indian delegation.

Oct 11, 2021

200 Chinese troops detained after entering Arunachal Pradesh, let off following military level talks

Around 200 troops of China's People's Liberation Army entered into Indian territory last week leading to a face-off with the Indian Army at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, sources said.

Oct 8, 2021

China infiltrates LAC again, damages bridges and other infrastructure in Uttarakhand; area on high alert [details]

Chinese soldiers remained in the Indian territory for about 3 hours. The information was given to the ITBP personnel by the local people.

Sep 29, 2021

Why is China building 10 airbases near Line of Actual Control with India?

Meanwhile, amid the border impasse in eastern Ladakh, India, and China have advanced many infrastructure projects along the Line of Actual Control, including the construction of roads, bridges, and tunnels. China

Sep 21, 2021

Defence Ministry moots common retirement for tri-services to check increasing salary bills

The DMA, led by Gen. Bipin Rawat, is tasked with ensuring that, even if re-employment occurs, the force gets the most out of the situation by ensuring that officers continue to work at the same rank.

Sep 20, 2021

Indian Army places orders for specialized sights from Bengaluru-based Tonbo Imaging company

The Bengaluru headquartered company has achieved major milestones since its inception. It received a contract from Bharat Dynamics Ltd earlier this year to indigenize new missile seekers for the Indian Army's anti-tank guided missile program.

Sep 18, 2021

Intelligence Corps lack scope of promotion; Indian Army's promotion policy challenged in HC

The Indian Army's promotion policy has been brought into question after a petition has been filed in the Delhi HC, challenging the decision to exclude Intelligence Corps officers from promotion to higher ranks.

Sep 14, 2021

Indian Armed Forces to induct women in National Defence Academy — marks historic move [details]

Female candidates were allowed to sit for the NDA exam on September 5 by the Supreme Court, but admissions were conditional on the outcome of the petition.

Sep 8, 2021

Bangladesh Army Chief holds meeting with India's top defence leadership on deepening ties

In an interesting incident, the meeting between Bangladesh Army Chief General SM Shafiuddin Ahmed and Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria the picture of Pakistani Army surrendering to the Indian Army during the 1971 War was seen in the background

Sep 8, 2021

Persuade them to give up, Army commander tells Kashmir terrorists' families [details]

Indian Army's 15 Corps Commander Lt Gen D.P. Pandey assured that the security establishment will provide assistance to help their kin lead a normal life.

Aug 31, 2021

Milestone: 5 women officers promoted to the rank of Colonel in the Army

Earlier, this promotion was given to women officers only in the Army Medical Corps (AMC), Judge Advocate General (JAG) and the Army Education Corps (AEC) as in only these branches there was a provision for permanent commission for women officers.

Aug 24, 2021

Tri-services' women mountaineers climb Mt Manirang; unfurl national flag at 21,652 feet on I-Day [details]

On August 15, four women officers of the tri-services scaled Himachal Pradesh's highest peak Mt. Manirang and unfurled the national flag to celebrate the nation's 75th Independence Day.

Aug 16, 2021

Army Aviation helicopter crashes at Ranjit Sagar Dam bordering J&K and Punjab

The Indian Army helicopter belonging to the 254 Army Aviation Squadron was operating a low-level flying sortie on Tuesday morning when the incident happened. The reason for the crash-landing is awaited.

Aug 3, 2021

Indian Army, Chinese PLA set up hotline to enhance mutual trust [details]

The force stated that the Armed forces of the two countries have well established mechanisms for communication at ground commanders level.

Aug 1, 2021

Kishtwar cloudburst: Rescue teams reach Honjar; 19 villagers including 8 women still missing [details]

17 persons rescued from the debris, seven injured shifted to hospital; ADGP reaches Kishtwar

Jul 29, 2021

Taliban inches closer to Kabul: Afghan Army Chief postpones official visit to India [details]

It is to be noted that General MM Naravane, Ahmadzai's Indian equivalent, was set to meet with him, as well as National Security Adviser Ajit Doval including other top security brass.

Jul 26, 2021

Chinese incursion: Indian Army deploys Strike Corps in Ladakh [what it means]

A significant decision made as part of the efforts was the dual-tasking of a Strike Corps which means that the Strike Corps, which formerly focused solely on Pakistan, will now be responsible for China as well.

Jul 23, 2021

Terrorists attack police party near Srinagar's Central Jail; TRF claims responsibility [details]

Another deadly terror attack averted with the recovery of 30 kg IEDs near Srinagar.

Jul 20, 2021