Demonstrating its steadfast commitment to fostering a healthier and drug-free society, Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Moreh Youth Club, observed the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on 26 June 2026 at the HTC Conference Hall, Moreh. The awareness programme underscored the importance of collective action in addressing the growing menace of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. The event witnessed the participation of approximately 75 local residents, including recovering individuals from Adullam Rehabilitation Centre and HOPE Rehabilitation Centre, along with youth representatives and members of the local community. The programme served as an effective platform to…
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Eastern Railway has actively joined ongoing rescue and relief operations at the site of the factory building collapse at Taratala, Kolkata, in co-ordination with state authorities and national disaster response agencies. Under the guidance of General Manager Shri Milind Deoskar, rescue teams from Howrah Division, Sealdah Division, and Liluah Workshop were swiftly mobilised and deployed to the incident site at approximately 17:00 hrs till today. The prompt response was initiated following a request from the state administration to support ongoing search and rescue efforts. The 70-member Eastern Railway rescue contingent is working in close coordination with personnel of the Indian…
Acting on specific intelligence, Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with the Excise & Narcotics Department, successfully recovered heroin worth approximately ₹47.25 lakhs during a search operation conducted on 24 June 2026 in the general area of Tuikual North, Aizawl district, Mizoram. The operation resulted in the seizure of 05 hongs of Heroin No. 4, weighing approximately 63 grams, concealed at multiple locations inside a residential house. Preliminary investigation indicates that the contraband had been smuggled from Myanmar for further distribution in Aizawl. During the operation, four individuals (three females and one male) were apprehended. The seized narcotics and the…
-Pratyusha Mukherjee India underlined its emergence as a global powerhouse in junior shooting by finishing atop the medal standings at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 in Suhl, Germany, with an impressive tally of 24 medals—seven gold, eight silver, and nine bronze. The outstanding performance marked India’s second consecutive edition at the summit of the championship, reflecting the country’s growing depth across rifle and pistol disciplines. India’s campaign began in emphatic fashion as Sejal Kamble captured gold in the women’s 10m air pistol junior event, while Himanshi secured the bronze medal. Kamble later joined Vanshika Choudhary and Navya Bishnoi to…
Jammu and Kashmir Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the Commanding Officer of 17 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), along with a Major, a Naib Subedar and approximately 40 Army personnel, in connection with an alleged confrontation at Atholi Police Station in the Padder sector of Kishtwar district. The FIR pertains to an incident on June 24, during which Army personnel are alleged to have entered the police station premises, assaulted police officials, damaged government property and obstructed public servants in the discharge of their duties. The Indian Army has acknowledged the registration of the FIR and stated that…
Demonstrating its rapid humanitarian response capability, the Indian Air Force (IAF) launched a helicopter mission to support flood relief operations in the remote Pitapool area of Arunachal Pradesh, overcoming adverse weather conditions and difficult mountainous terrain. Operating in challenging flying conditions, the IAF successfully airlifted approximately 350 kilograms of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) relief material, including a rescue boat, while simultaneously inducting NDRF personnel into the affected area. The air mission was undertaken to strengthen ongoing flood relief efforts and enhance the local administration’s ability to respond swiftly to the needs of communities cut off by severe weather and…
Reinforcing India’s commitment to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR), the Indian Army has launched Operation Amistad, deploying a specialised medical contingent to support relief operations in earthquake-affected northern Venezuela. The medical team, drawn from the 60 Para Field Hospital, departed Hindon Air Force Station on Friday afternoon aboard two Indian Air Force transport aircraft and is currently en route to the disaster-hit nation. The contingent comprises 41 personnel, including nine medical officers, supported by nursing staff, paramedics and technical specialists. The team is equipped to deliver comprehensive emergency healthcare, including trauma management, life-saving surgical interventions, critical care and other…
In view of the rising incidence of myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease, Military Hospital Agartala conducted a three-day awareness and training initiative for troops stationed at Agartala Military Station. The programme aimed to enhance awareness regarding cardiovascular emergencies and strengthen first responder capabilities. A total of 203 personnel from various units participated in the sessions, which focused on the recognition and immediate management of sudden cardiac arrest through effective Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Medical teams from the Military Hospital visited units across the station and highlighted the importance of timely intervention in saving lives before…
In a significant milestone for India’s maritime security modernisation programme, the keel-laying ceremony of the fourth Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) being constructed for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) was held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai today. The event marks another crucial step in the Indian Coast Guard’s ongoing force expansion efforts aimed at enhancing coastal surveillance, maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and the protection of India’s vast maritime interests. Being built under a contract for six NGOPVs signed on December 20, 2023, the new class of vessels represents the next generation of indigenous…
In a significant boost to India’s indigenous aerospace and defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has formally handed over the Final Operational Clearance (FOC) for the indigenous Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) System to the Indian Air Force (IAF), marking the culmination of a decade-long effort to establish a sovereign airborne surveillance and battle management capability. The milestone underscores India’s growing proficiency in developing complex airborne command-and-control systems and represents a critical advancement in the nation’s pursuit of defence self-reliance under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. The FOC certificate was presented during a ceremony held…