Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today felicitated the nine women officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force who successfully completed the country’s first-ever all-women Tri-Service circumnavigation sailing expedition, ‘Samudra Pradakshina’, onboard the Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni. Interacting with the crew in New Delhi, the Defence Minister hailed the expedition as a landmark achievement that reflects the spirit of Nari Shakti and exemplifies growing Tri-Service jointness. The 314-day voyage covered nearly 25,500 nautical miles across four oceans, making it one of the longest and most challenging sailing expeditions undertaken by an all-women military crew. The officers…
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General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Southern Command, Lt Gen Rajesh Pushkar, AVSM, VSM, visited the Headquarters of the South Western Air Command (SWAC), where he held discussions with Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), South Western Air Command, Air Marshal P.V. Shivanand, AVSM, VM, on enhancing joint operational capabilities. The two senior commanders, along with senior officials from Headquarters SWAC, conducted a comprehensive operational review covering key issues related to joint planning, interoperability and force integration. The discussions focused on strengthening Tri-Service jointness, enhancing operational synergy and advancing integrated planning to ensure the effective execution of joint operations. The interaction also underscored the…
The Government has intensified measures to curb cross-border narcotics trafficking, strengthening coordination among agencies including the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, Border Security Force (BSF), State Anti-Narcotics Task Forces and other enforcement agencies for joint operations and real-time intelligence sharing. To improve operational reach, the NCB has established Zonal Units in Srinagar, Siliguri, Agartala and Itanagar, while approving six additional zonal offices, including four in the Northeast at Dimapur, Aizawl, Shillong and Gangtok. Border security has also been reinforced through the deployment of anti-drone systems, enhanced surveillance infrastructure such as CCTV cameras, PTZ cameras and night…
President Droupadi Murmu visited Air Force Bal Bharati School, Lodhi Road, New Delhi, today for a special interaction with students, inspiring them to strive for excellence and contribute positively to the nation. The President was received by Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, and Mrs. Sarita Singh, President of the Air Force Families Welfare Association (AFFWA). The visit began with a traditional welcome by the school, followed by a colourful cultural programme showcasing the talent and enthusiasm of the students. During an interactive session, the President encouraged students to pursue their goals with dedication, uphold strong…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today virtually inaugurated the Department of Military Medicine at Command Hospital (Central Command), Lucknow, marking the establishment of India’s first dedicated academic and operational centre exclusively focused on military medicine. Established under the aegis of the Directorate General of Medical Services (Army), the department is designed to strengthen the operational medical preparedness of the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) by enhancing combat medical readiness, advancing research, developing indigenous doctrines and creating specialised expertise for future battlefields and humanitarian emergencies. Addressing the inauguration ceremony, Rajnath Singh underscored that a nation’s sovereignty and progress ultimately rest on the…
Demonstrating their continued commitment to national service beyond military duty, the veterans’ fraternity of Assam, through the Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam, has contributed ₹25 lakh to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to support relief and rehabilitation efforts for communities affected by the recent floods in Upper Assam. The cheque was presented to Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma by Brig Polash Chowdhury, SM (Retd), Director, Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam, along with Air Marshal Anjan Kumar Gogoi, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) and Lt Gen Rana Pratap Kalita, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM (Retd), a recipient of the Asom…
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has terminated the services of an employee who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in an alleged bribery case involving the corporation’s West Zone Office in Mumbai. IRCTC said the decision to dismiss the employee was taken after examining the facts of the case and in accordance with the organisation’s service rules and regulations. The corporation reiterated that it maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, bribery and any form of unethical conduct. The action follows the CBI’s arrest of a Senior Executive of IRCTC West Zone, Mumbai, along…
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Dhiraj Seth, during his ongoing visit to the Spear Corps, reviewed the prevailing security situation in Manipur and assessed the operational preparedness of key formations deployed in the region, including Inspector General Assam Rifles (IGAR) South, IGAR East and the Red Shield Division. The Army Chief was briefed by senior commanders on the current security environment, operational challenges and the readiness levels of formations engaged in maintaining peace and stability in Manipur. He also reviewed the extensive nation-building initiatives undertaken by the formations and Assam Rifles Laitkor aimed at strengthening community engagement, promoting development…
General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), visited Dinjan, Assam, where he reviewed the operational preparedness of the Indian Army’s Dao Division and Spearhead Division. The visit underscored the Army’s continued focus on enhancing combat readiness, technological integration, and humanitarian assistance in the strategically significant northeastern region. During the briefing, the COAS was apprised of the formations’ operational capabilities and ongoing initiatives aimed at integrating advanced technologies into military operations. He witnessed a series of Technology Absorption initiatives and indigenous innovations developed by the formations, reflecting the Indian Army’s emphasis on self-reliance and modernisation. Commending these efforts, General…
The Indian Navy marked another milestone in its indigenous shipbuilding programme with the launch of INS Machilipatnam (BY 529), the seventh of eight Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) today. The vessel was launched by Ms Goolrukh Anand in the presence of Vice Admiral Atul Anand, Additional Secretary, Department of Military Affairs. The ceremony was attended by senior officials of the Indian Navy, Cochin Shipyard Limited, and other dignitaries. Named after the historic port city of Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district, the warship reflects India’s rich maritime heritage and the city’s longstanding…