Rajnath Singh today described India as a key pillar of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region, praising the Indian Navy for protecting the nation’s maritime interests and ensuring the presence of the Tricolour across the region amid a rapidly evolving global security landscape. Addressing naval personnel at Barakhana in Visakhapatnam ahead of the commissioning of Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, the Defence Minister highlighted the critical role of maritime security in safeguarding India’s economic and strategic interests. He stated that more than 90 per cent of India’s trade by volume is conducted through maritime routes,…
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The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is under scrutiny after reports that the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is reviewing the federation’s financial activities linked to operations in the US. The inquiry is reportedly examining possible money laundering concerns, irregular transactions and the movement of funds through the American financial system. US investigators are said to be reviewing AFA-related contracts, sponsorship revenues and transactions involving US-based entities, including operations connected to the administration of AFA president Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia. No charges have been filed against the federation or its officials, and the investigation does not indicate any confirmed wrongdoing.…
The Indian Coast Guard Region (North East), Kolkata, conducted the District/Station Commanders’ and Works Conference at the Regional Headquarters, Kolkata, on 09–10 July 2026 under the chairmanship of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (North East). The conference was attended by District and Station Commanders, senior officers from the Regional Headquarters, Works Officers, representatives of the Military Engineer Services (MES), Defence Estates Office (DEO), and officers from subordinate units. The two-day conference reviewed the Region’s operational, administrative and infrastructure-related activities, with detailed deliberations on operational preparedness, maritime and coastal security, surveillance, search and rescue (SAR), pollution response, inter-agency coordination, training, logistics,…
India and Australia on Friday unveiled the India–Australia Roadmap for Sports Collaboration, a comprehensive framework aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across sports through capacity building, sports science, major sporting events, industry partnerships and women’s participation. The roadmap, launched during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan, builds on the 2023 Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Sports and aligns with both countries’ preparations for a decade of major international sporting events, including the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic…
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shri Bhupender Yadav today inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) on Human–Wildlife Conflict at the Wildlife Institute of India–Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (WII-SACON), Coimbatore, and launched the National Human–Wildlife Conflict Portal to strengthen scientific and technology-driven conflict mitigation across the country. The inauguration was followed by a National Workshop on Human–Wildlife Conflict, attended by policymakers, forest officials, scientists, researchers, technology experts and conservation practitioners. Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh also attended the event. Addressing the gathering, Shri Yadav said…
Assam Rifles organised a two-day Youth Unity Volleyball Championship at Modi village in Manipur’s Chandel district from 09 to 10 July 2026 to commemorate National Students’ Day. Observed annually on 9 July to mark the foundation of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) in 1949, this year’s celebrations were held under the theme ‘From Resolve to Achievement’. The sporting event was organised to encourage constructive youth engagement, promote sportsmanship and strengthen the enduring bond between the security forces and local communities through positive interaction. The championship witnessed enthusiastic participation from teams representing Modi Cultural Sports Club (MCSC), Japhou Youth Club…
The Indian Navy will commission INS Mahendragiri (F38), the sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, into the Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam on 11 July 2026. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, marking another significant milestone in India’s pursuit of defence self-reliance and indigenous warship construction. Designed in-house by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau (WDB) and constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, INS Mahendragiri represents the latest generation of indigenous stealth frigates. The warship incorporates advanced stealth features, enhanced survivability, reduced radar signature and a high degree of automation, enabling it…
Major General Debashish Mukherjee assumed the appointment of Commandant, Command Hospital (Eastern Command), Kolkata, on 08 July 2026. The Eastern Command of the Indian Army conveyed its best wishes to the General Officer on assuming the prestigious responsibility. An alumnus of Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, Major General Mukherjee is a distinguished Surgical Oncologist with over three decades of service in the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS). He has held several key clinical, academic and leadership appointments during his illustrious career. As Commandant of Command Hospital (Eastern Command), one of the premier tertiary care medical establishments of the Armed…
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, visited forward areas in the Northern sector to review the operational preparedness of deployed Indian Air Force units and assess the prevailing security situation. During the visit, the CAS interacted with air warriors serving in one of the world’s most challenging operational environments and commended them for their exemplary professionalism, dedication and unwavering commitment to duty. He expressed confidence in their high state of operational readiness and ability to effectively safeguard the nation’s frontiers. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh reaffirmed the Indian Air Force’s commitment to maintaining operational excellence,…
Army Recruiting Office (ARO) Narangi, under Zone Recruiting Office (ZRO) Shillong, conducted a career awareness programme on “Career Opportunities in the Indian Army” for 182 NCC cadets of Guwahati Group NCC and Imphal Group NCC at Brahmaputra Hall, Narangi Cantonment. The cadets were briefed on various entry schemes, including Agniveer (Women Military Police), NDA, Officer Entries and NCC Special Entry, along with eligibility criteria, selection procedures, career progression and benefits of a military career. Special emphasis was laid on opportunities available to NCC cadets. The interactive session, conducted by the Recruiting Medical Officer (RMO) and ARO Narangi staff, addressed recruitment-related…