Lieutenant General Gambhir Singh has assumed the appointment of Chief of Staff (COS), Headquarters Eastern Command, succeeding Lieutenant General Mohit Malhotra, who has been approved to take over as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, South Western Command. On handing over the appointment, Lt Gen Mohit Malhotra expressed confidence in the leadership of his successor and exhorted all ranks to remain steadfast in their commitment towards enhancing operational effectiveness, organisational excellence and combat readiness. He also urged personnel to uphold the rich traditions, core values and professional ethos of the Indian Army while continuing to meet emerging security challenges with dedication and…
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General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, today assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM, who retired upon superannuation after more than four decades of distinguished service to the nation. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, General Seth was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986. Over a military career spanning nearly four decades, he has built an extensive operational, strategic and institutional profile, making significant contributions to the Indian Army’s combat capability, force modernisation and long-term transformation. General Seth has held command appointments at every level across…
President Droupadi Murmu conferred 105 Distinguished Service Decorations on personnel of the Indian Armed Forces and the Indian Coast Guard during the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-II) held at Rashtrapati Bhawan yesterday. The awards included seven Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals, 30 Param Vishisht Seva Medals, 12 Uttam Yudh Seva Medals, and 56 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals. These honours were awarded in recognition of distinguished service of the highest order. The ceremony highlighted the exceptional contributions of defence personnel in ensuring national security and operational excellence.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Victoria, Mahe, on the sidelines of Seychelles’ Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations. This was the fourth meeting between the two leaders since Dr. Ramgoolam assumed office in November 2024. During the meeting, both leaders reviewed ongoing cooperation between India and Mauritius and assessed progress in the implementation of the Special Economic Package extended by India. Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s commitment to Mauritius’ development, noting that ongoing bilateral projects are focused on healthcare, connectivity, sustainable development, and the blue economy. The two leaders also reaffirmed the importance of…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 50th anniversary celebrations of Seychelles’ Independence as the Guest of Honour, following an invitation from President Dr. Patrick Herminie. The visit marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister has participated in Seychelles’ Independence Day celebrations. The event also coincides with 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles. As part of the commemorations, contingents of the Indian Armed Forces, including personnel from the Assam Rifles and the Indian Navy, took part in the national parade. An Indian Navy marching band also participated, reflecting the close defence cooperation between the two countries.In addition,…
Indian Army and Assam Rifles formations under Spear Corps, in close coordination with Manipur Police and Central Armed Police Forces, conducted a series of intelligence-based joint operations across Kangpokpi, Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal and Kakching districts recently. The operations resulted in the apprehension of six insurgent cadres affiliated with various proscribed outfits and the recovery of a substantial cache of arms, ammunition, explosives and other war-like stores. Based on Intelligence inputs, Assam Rifles, in conjunction with Manipur Police and a CRPF Battalion, carried out coordinated search operations in the general areas of Loiching Ridge, Maohing and North Changoubung in…
To demonstrate its unwavering commitment towards humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, troops of the Indian Army Spear Head Division under Spear Corps actively participated in flood rescue operations in coordination with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the Civil Administration during the recent floods that affected parts of the region. Responding swiftly to the emergent situation caused by incessant rainfall and rising water levels, Army personnel mobilized immediately to support ongoing rescue efforts. Operating under challenging weather and terrain conditions, the troops played a vital role in locating and safely evacuating 27 stranded civilians from inundated areas to safer…
Project BRAHMANK of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 16th Raising Day today at Ranaghat in Arunachal Pradesh, commemorating fifteen years of service in developing strategic road infrastructure and enhancing connectivity in the country’s northeastern frontier. Established on June 29, 2011, and becoming fully operational on December 3 the same year, Project BRAHMANK has played a pivotal role in strengthening strategic and operational connectivity for the Armed Forces across the Siang, East Siang, West Siang, Upper Siang and Shi-Yomi districts of Arunachal Pradesh, along with parts of Assam’s Dhemaji district. The project is currently responsible for the development and…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today unveiled the Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026), introducing a major reform aimed at enhancing efficiency, accountability and the timely execution of strategic defence research and development projects. The revised financial framework is designed to empower the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) with greater financial autonomy, enabling faster execution of research programmes and accelerating the production and induction of indigenous defence systems, platforms and technologies into the Armed Forces. Releasing the DFP-2026, the Defence Minister said the new framework would facilitate quicker delivery of critical technologies emerging from the country’s defence R&D ecosystem…
-Pratyusha Mukherjee Troops of the Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps are undergoing intensive skiing and mountain warfare training in the high-altitude terrain of East Sikkim to enhance operational readiness in challenging environments. The training programme focuses on improving skiing proficiency, mountain warfare capabilities, avalanche awareness, rescue operations and survival techniques under extreme weather and terrain conditions. Conducted in the rugged Himalayan region, the exercises are aimed at equipping troops with the specialised skills required for sustained operations in snow-bound and high-altitude areas, while strengthening their ability to respond effectively to emergencies such as avalanches and adverse weather. The training forms part…