The crew of the Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni called on the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on August 03, 2026, following the successful completion of the Tri-Services All-Women Circumnavigation Sailing Expedition, Samudra Pradakshina. The expedition successfully traversed over 25,000 nautical miles across some of the world’s most challenging seas, rounding the three Great Capes—Cape Leeuwin, Cape Horn and the Cape of Good Hope. The voyage stands as a testament to the courage, endurance, seamanship and professionalism of the all-women Tri-Services crew. Congratulating the crew on their remarkable achievement, President Droupadi Murmu commended their courage,…
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Indian students can now apply for the UK Government’s flagship international scholarships programme. The application window opens today and will remain open until 6 October 2026. Chevening Scholarships offer full financial support to pursue a one-year master’s degree at any UK university and are open to Indian citizens with a minimum of two years’ work experience, acquired after the completion of their undergraduate degree. The Chevening programme in India is the largest in the world, benefiting 4,000 awardees since 1983, demonstrating the UK’s commitment to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Chevening alumni use their world-class education and global networks gained…
The Union government has reiterated its zero-tolerance approach to drug trafficking, highlighting a series of enforcement, technological and policy measures aimed at curbing narcotics trade and drug abuse across the country. In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), in coordination with state and Union Territory police, continues to conduct intelligence-led operations and preventive initiatives to combat drug trafficking and protect young people from substance abuse. The minister said the government has adopted the Vision Document on Narcotics Control (2026–2029), released on June…
Vice Admiral Manish Chadha, AVSM, VSM, has assumed charge as the Director General Naval Operations (DGNO) on 3 August 2026, taking over one of the Indian Navy’s most critical operational appointments. An alumnus of the 78th Course of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla, Vice Admiral Chadha was commissioned into the Indian Navy on 1 July 1991. A specialist in Communication and Electronic Warfare, he is also an alumnus of the 61st Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, and has completed the Higher Command Course at the National Defence University, Washington, D.C., USA. During a distinguished naval career spanning over 35…
H.E. Mr Saidov Bakhtiyor Odilovich, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, called on the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on August 3, 2026. Welcoming Mr Odilovich and his delegation to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President said that India and Uzbekistan share deep historical, cultural, and civilizational ties, rooted in ancient trade routes. She highlighted that the shared heritage in architecture, language, cuisine, music, and religious traditions has further strengthened bilateral partnership. The President said that the presence of high-level leaders in the visiting Uzbek delegation and the organisation of an India-Uzbekistan Business Forum on…
-by Pratyusha Mukherjee The journey towards the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Amdavad officially began with a symbolic and emotional handover ceremony at the closing of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. In a moment that marked both the conclusion of one chapter and the beginning of another, the Commonwealth Games Federation formally passed the Games baton to India, with Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha receiving the Commonwealth Games flag on behalf of the nation. The ceremony signified more than the transfer of hosting responsibilities. It represented India’s growing stature in global sport and its…
-by Pratyusha Mukherjee A restaurant in Glasgow has agreed to correct an inaccurate depiction of India’s map after Olympic boxer Lovlina Borgohain raised concerns over the omission of the Northeast during a visit with the Indian boxing contingent. The issue came to light after members of the Indian sports contingent visited Mister Singh’s India following the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Borgohain noticed that the restaurant’s branding displayed a map of India without the Northeastern states and brought the matter to the attention of the management. Speaking to the restaurant staff, the Assam-born boxer said the depiction was hurtful, particularly for people…
Assam Rifles has undertaken a series of community outreach initiatives across Manipur, reinforcing its engagement with local communities through civil-military interaction programmes, security meetings and healthcare services in Tengnoupal, Kamjong and Kakching districts. Community Outreach Programme Held at Kwatha: As part of its efforts to strengthen civil-military relations and promote community engagement in border areas, Assam Rifles organised an outreach programme titled “A Day with Company Commander” at Kwatha in Tengnoupal district on August 2. The programme witnessed the participation of 215 villagers, including students, youth, women and community leaders. During the interactive session, residents engaged with the Company Commander…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has stressed that deeper integration between the military and civilian components of the Ministry of Defence is vital to building a resilient and future-ready defence ecosystem capable of addressing evolving security and technological challenges. Speaking at the 85th Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ) Civilian Services Day celebrations in New Delhi, the Defence Minister said that the Armed Forces and civilian services are united by the shared commitment of “Nation First”, and that a common objective transforms every institution into a force multiplier for national security. Highlighting the ongoing drive towards greater jointness within the Armed Forces, Singh…
The Indian Army has invited applications for the second edition of the Indian Army Internship Programme (IAIP) 2026–27, offering paid internship opportunities to students and young professionals across a range of emerging and strategic domains. The internship programme, to be conducted in the National Capital Region (NCR), aims to provide participants with practical exposure to the defence ecosystem while enabling them to work alongside Indian Army officers and subject matter experts on projects of national importance. The programme covers several cutting-edge fields, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Quantum Computing, Cyber Security, Strategic Communication, Financial Technology (FinTech), Human Resource Management, Operational Logistics…