Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today interacted with members of the Indian Army contingent that delivered a stellar performance at the recently concluded 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, winning 16 medals, including eight gold medals. The interaction was held at Kartavya Bhavan in New Delhi in the presence of Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth and senior Indian Army officials. Praising the sportspersons for their outstanding performance, Rajnath Singh described their achievement as “extraordinary” and said they represent a perfect blend of a soldier and a champion. He commended their determination and ability to overcome intense physical and…
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Air Marshal PV Shivanand, AVSM, VM, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), South Western Air Command (SWAC), felicitated nine women officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force for successfully completing the first-ever Tri-Services all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition, ‘Samudra Pradakshina’, today. The felicitation ceremony was held at Headquarters SWAC and was attended by senior functionaries of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF) and civil administration, besides students from various schools. Undertaken aboard the Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni, the 314-day expedition covered nearly 25,500 nautical miles across…
The nation is observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day today, paying tribute to the millions of people who lost their lives, were displaced from their homes and endured immense suffering during the Partition of India in 1947. Various programmes are being organised across the country, including in the National Capital, to remember those who suffered during one of the most tragic chapters in the country’s history. The Government decided in 2021 to observe August 14 every year as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. The day is intended to honour the victims of Partition and ensure that future generations remember the pain, suffering…
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will lead the 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, 2026, commemorating 150 years of the National Song Vande Mataram and highlighting the role of ‘Yuva Shakti’ in building Viksit Bharat@2047. For the first time, Vande Mataram will be rendered as part of the Red Fort ceremony. The Prime Minister will receive the Guard of Honour before proceeding to the ramparts to hoist the National Flag, accompanied by a 21-Gun Salute using indigenous 105mm Light Field Guns. An Army band will perform Vande Mataram, followed by the National Anthem.…
A 100-foot-high National Flag was inaugurated at Padum in Zanskar district of Ladakh on Thursday in a major initiative by the Indian Army aimed at promoting patriotism, national integration and civic pride in the remote Himalayan region. Towering over the dramatic Zanskar landscape, the Tricolour is set to become a prominent landmark in Padum, the headquarters of Zanskar district, and a visible symbol of the Indian Army’s commitment to communities living in remote and strategically important areas. The initiative was undertaken to strengthen the spirit of national unity and inspire the younger generation by highlighting values of patriotism, sacrifice, service…
A Mini Ratna Category-I Defence PSU under the Department of Defence Production, has launched its indigenous ‘GARUD’ High Resolution Binoculars for the civil market. Developed and manufactured by Ordnance Factory, Dehradun, a unit of the PSU, the product reflects the spirit of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ through indigenous design and manufacturing. Drawing on its legacy of precision optical manufacturing since 1943, the PSU has combined defence-grade expertise with modern technology in GARUD. The binoculars offer 8x magnification and a wide 7.6-degree field of view, along with ±5 diopter adjustment, soft-touch eyecups and an ergonomic grip. Its weather-resistant construction enables dependable performance in…
Minister of State for Defence Shri Sanjay Seth released the ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ special issue of the Ministry of Defence’s in-house magazine, Sashakt Bharat, in New Delhi on August 13, 2026. Speaking at the event, Shri Seth highlighted India’s unique cultural, linguistic and geographical diversity, noting that the country’s varied traditions, lifestyles and beliefs have remained united by a shared spirit of harmony and togetherness. He said that the principle of ‘unity in diversity’ is central to India’s identity and remains one of its greatest strengths. The special issue of Sashakt Bharat celebrates the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted India’s continued efforts towards the conservation of elephants, noting that the country is home to more than 60 per cent of the world’s wild Asian elephant population. On the occasion of World Elephant Day, the Prime Minister underlined the significance of elephants as an integral part of India’s ecological heritage and highlighted the role of dedicated conservation initiatives in protecting the species and its habitat. India has 33 Elephant Reserves, which provide protected habitats for elephants and contribute to their long-term conservation, the Prime Minister said. PM Modi also acknowledged the contribution of…
Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, during his official visit to Mauritius, called on Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, GCSK, FRCP, Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, on 12 August. Indian High Commissioner to Mauritius Anurag Srivastava was also present during the meeting. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral maritime security cooperation, with emphasis on training exchanges, information-sharing mechanisms, capacity-building initiatives and enhancing operational linkages between the Indian Navy and the Mauritius National Coast Guard. Admiral Swaminathan assured the Mauritian Prime Minister of the Indian Navy’s continued support and cooperation towards capability enhancement and capacity-building efforts of the…
In a significant initiative aimed at strengthening welfare services for veterans and Veer Naris, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Kolkata (SMPK) handed over four Mini Patient Buses to the Rajya Sainik Board (West Bengal) at INS Netaji Subhas on 12 August. The Mini Patient Buses, funded under SMPK’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, were handed over in a ceremony attended by officials from the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority, Indian Navy, Rajya Sainik Board (West Bengal) and Zila Sainik Boards. Addressing the gathering, Shri Rathendra Raman, Chairperson, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority, highlighted SMPK’s continued commitment to community welfare and its…