President Droupadi Murmu yesterday presented the ‘President of India’s Police Colour’ to the Sikkim Police at a ceremonial event held in Gangtok, recognising the force’s distinguished service and contribution to maintaining peace and harmony in the state. Addressing the gathering, the President congratulated serving and retired personnel of the Sikkim Police and praised the force for its commitment to ensuring peace, security and justice since its establishment in 1897. Highlighting the need for reforms in policing, President Murmu said India’s police system still bears the imprint of colonial rule, where the primary objective was to control the public rather than…
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Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship (STS) INS Sudarshini arrived at Antigua yesterday after successfully completing a historic trans-Atlantic passage as part of the ongoing Lokayan 26 expedition. The ship was warmly received by Mr Vijay Tewani, the Honorary Consul General of India to Antigua and Barbuda, and Brig Telbert Benjamin, Chief of Defence Staff of Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF). The voyage marks the first Atlantic crossing by INS Sudarshini, while the last such crossing was undertaken by INS Tarangini in 2007. The passage from Mindelo, Cape Verde to Antigua was the longest leg of the expedition, lasting 19…
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today remembered Veer Savarkar on his Jayanti and paid tribute to his courage, patriotism and contribution to social reform. He said that the great revolutionary and eminent nationalist thinker will continue to inspire every generation of the country through his courage, intellect and patriotic spirit. PM Modi conveys that in this world, many people are known either for knowledge or for strength, but truly rare are those calm and great personalities who possess both wisdom and valor. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said: “Remembering Veer Savarkar on his Jayanti. His courage…
The Indian Air Force’s renowned Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) celebrated its 30th anniversary at Air Force Station Bidar recently, marking three decades of breathtaking precision flying, professionalism and inspiring aerial displays. The commemorative event was attended by Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Training Command, Air Marshal S Shrinivas. Adding special significance to the occasion, both senior officers flew alongside the team during the anniversary aerial display. A moving highlight of the celebrations was the “Hollow Diamond” formation flown in honour of the brave team members who lost their lives in the…
The skies above Khadakwasla roared to life today as a full dress rehearsal was successfully conducted ahead of the historic 150th Course Passing Out Parade (POP) at the National Defence Academy (NDA). Scheduled for May 30, the grand ceremony will mark the commissioning of approximately 355 cadets into the Indian Armed Forces. The iconic Full Dress Rehearsal Parade at the Khetarpal Parade Ground was reviewed by the Commandant of the National Defence Academy, Vice Admiral Anil Jaggi, AVSM, NM. Aerial Spectacle Set to Dazzle: The highlight of the upcoming parade will be a breathtaking flypast showcasing the precision and aerial…
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, chaired a high-level security review meeting in Bikaner, Rajasthan, to comprehensively assess security-related issues concerning the border districts along the Indo-Pakistan Border (IPB). The meeting was attended by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, senior state government officials, along with the District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police of 5 border districts – Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Sri Ganganagar, Phalodi. The Meeting focused on enhanced and comprehensive border management with greater coordination of the State Government. During the meeting, it was decided to formulate a 360-degree security framework for every border district. This…
The Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) on West Asia, headed by Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh, reviewed the evolving situation in the conflict and assessed India’s preparedness & response measures during its sixth meeting at New Delhi today. Minister of Chemicals & Fertilizers Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda; Minister of Power Shri Manohar Lal; Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Hardeep Singh Puri; Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution Shri Prahlad Joshi; Minister of Railways, Information & Broadcasting, Electronics & Information Technology Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw; Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Shri Kiren Rijiju; Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways…
President of India Droupadi Murmu attended the seventh convocation ceremony of Sikkim University at Gangtok on Tuesday, where she lauded Sikkim for its achievements in environmental conservation, organic farming, and literacy. Addressing students and faculty during the convocation ceremony, the President highlighted Sikkim’s unique cultural and ecological identity and praised the people of the state for their commitment towards preserving nature. The President said, “Sikkim holds a distinct identity for its natural beauty, culture and biodiversity. Kanchenjunga, one of the highest peaks in the Himalayas, stands as nature’s invaluable gift to Sikkim. The people of Sikkim revere this peak as…
The Red Shield Division under the Spear Corps, in collaboration with the District Administration of Charaideo, organised an Agniveer Preparedness Program at Borhat on Tuesday to guide and motivate local youth aspiring to join the Indian Army. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 200 students, including 56 girls, from various parts of the region. The initiative aimed to mentor aspiring candidates by providing guidance on physical fitness, written examination preparation, and the overall recruitment process for Agniveer entry into the Indian Army. During the event, participants were briefed on physical standards, endurance requirements, examination patterns, and other important aspects…
-Pratyusha Mukherjee India is witnessing intense heatwave conditions across several states, with rising temperatures pushing many cities into extreme weather territory and raising serious concerns over public health and safety. According to global temperature trend data, 95 of the world’s 100 hottest cities are currently located in India, underscoring the scale of the ongoing heat crisis. Experts say the country has become the epicentre of a broader global heatwave as both urban and rural regions record unusually high temperatures. Several parts of the country have already crossed the 40°C mark, while temperatures in some areas are nearing 45°C, indicating an…