Indian Army

Govt sanctions permanent commission to women officers in Indian Army

The Indian Army spokesperson has said the move will pave way for empowering Women Officers to shoulder larger roles in the organisation.

Jul 23, 2020

Armies of India, China discuss de-escalation on Ladakh border

Both the countries are locked in a 10-week-long stand-off at multiple points, hitherto unprecedented, along the border in Ladakh.

Jul 16, 2020

Great news for soldiers; center relaxes 10-year service to avail invalid pension

As per the existing rules, the minimum period of qualifying service actually rendered and required for invalid pension was 10 years or more. For less than 10 years qualifying service, invalid gratuity was admissible which is not enough to live a dignified life after the service.

Jul 15, 2020

Ballistic helmets for Infantry troops: Indian Army initiates process

The Army categorically wants the new helmet to protect against the AK-47's 7.62x39 mm Mild Steel Core and Hard Steel Core bullets from a closer distance of 10 m.

Jul 15, 2020

Infiltration bid foiled in Kashmir, 2 terrorists killed

The Army said that troops laid an ambush after suspicious movement was detected along the Line of Control (LoC).

Jul 11, 2020

Terror launch pads across LoC active with 250 to 300 terrorists, says Major General Virendra Vats

Major General Virendra Vats said that around 250 to 300 terrorists are currently occupying the launchpads across the Indo-Pak border.

Jul 11, 2020

Policy gaps deny dues to military personnel killed at LAC

The Army HQ has raised this issue of a uniform treatment to all deceased soldiers due to illness but there has not been a permanent resolution.

Jul 6, 2020

Indian soldiers unarmed and caught by surprise in China clash, families say

Indian soldiers who died in close combat with Chinese troops last month were unarmed and surrounded by a larger force on a steep ridge, Indian government sources, two soldiers deployed in the area and families of the fallen men said.

Jul 6, 2020

Now, retired Gorkhas to get J&K domicile certificates

In the past week, the Jammu and Kashmir authorities have begun issuing domicile status certificates and of the 6,600 applications approved the majority belong to retired soldiers from the Gorkha community.

Jul 5, 2020

Indian Army's Brigadier Vikas Samyal succumbs to coronavirus

The Indian Army's EME Eastern Command, Brigadier Vikas Samyal is survived by a wife and two daughters, who had recovered from coronavirus infection.

Jul 2, 2020

How Rafale will greatly enhance IAF's regional air superiority

The 36 Rafale jets coming at a price of about $8.7 billion can take off from high-altitude bases like Leh and will be of critical support to Kargil-like situations.

Jul 1, 2020

India calls in army to run facilities in Delhi as coronavirus cases surge

At more than 456,000 confirmed coronavirus cases so far, India is the fourth worst hit country in the world, behind the United States, Brazil and Russia.

Jun 24, 2020

Army Chief MM Naravane visits forward locations in Eastern Ladakh

While inspecting forward areas in Eastern Ladakh, General Naravane commended the jawans for their high morale and exhorted them to continue working with zeal and enthusiasm.

Jun 24, 2020

Soldiers at TN quarantine centre allege police threats for demanding proper facilities

A Border Security Force (BSF) trooper who has come for holiday from Jammu said they are not allowed to go out and get some milk for the baby.

Jun 23, 2020

Chinar Corps Commander lauds forces for neutralising terrorists in J&K without causing collateral damage

Security forces managed to neutralise three terrorists hiding inside a mosque without causing any damage to the building.

Jun 20, 2020

'Controversy being created' : PM's Office puts out clarification on PM Modi's 'no intrusion' remark

The Prime Minister's Office asserted following the PM's remarks at an all-party meeting on Friday that India would respond firmly to any transgression on LAC.

Jun 20, 2020

IAF unleashes Apache attack helicopter in Ladkah, MiG-29 also seen making sorties

Apache helicopter and MiG-29 were today seen carrying out routine sorties in this region against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict between India and China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Jun 19, 2020

Galwan clash: No soldiers missing in action, says Indian Army

The Indian Army troops who were attacked and suffered fatal casualties on Monday night were carrying weapons, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar clarified.

Jun 18, 2020

'Martyred' Jawan calls wife to say, 'I'm alive' after reading his obituary

A Jawan who read his obituary, 'martyred' in the Galwan valley faceoff, called his wife on Wednesday to let her know he was alive. The news comes as a huge relief to the family after his name was mistaken for the name of the actual martyr.