The Government of India has notified the commencement of the National Anti-Doping Act, 2022 and the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Act, 2025, marking a significant milestone in strengthening India’s legal and institutional framework for clean sport. The legislation provides a comprehensive statutory foundation to prevent doping in sport, safeguard the rights of athletes, and uphold the integrity of sporting competition in accordance with internationally accepted anti-doping standards. The Acts align India’s anti-doping framework with the World Anti-Doping Code and fulfil India’s obligations under the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport. The legislation strengthens institutional independence, enhances procedural safeguards, streamlines dispute…
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As part of his ongoing visit to the Eastern Command, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Dhiraj Seth, conducted a comprehensive review of the operational preparedness of Gajraj Corps and 101 Area. The visit focused on assessing combat readiness, infrastructure development in forward areas, and the progress of indigenous modernisation initiatives aimed at strengthening the Indian Army’s operational and logistical capabilities. Senior military commanders briefed the COAS on the prevailing operational environment, force deployment, and the enhancement of critical infrastructure along the eastern theatre. The review also highlighted the integration of indigenous technologies and modern capabilities designed to improve…
Commemorating World Youth Skills Day 2026, the Indian Army’s Spearhead Division under Spear Corps, in collaboration with the Menchuka Youth Club, organised a marathon and an interactive motivational programme for the youth and students of Menchuka in Arunachal Pradesh. The initiative underscored the shared commitment of the Indian Army and the local community towards promoting fitness, education and skill development among the youth. The marathon witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 200 boys, girls and local residents, alongside Indian Army personnel, reflecting the strong bond between the Army and the people of the region. The event was attended by Additional Deputy…
Demonstrating its continued commitment to community welfare and inclusive development, the Red Shield Gunners under the aegis of Spear Corps organised an educational and recreational visit for specially abled children to the Golden Pagoda at Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh today. The initiative saw the participation of 15 specially abled children and eight staff members from Navarupantar Children Home, Rupai, providing them with an opportunity to experience one of Northeast India’s most prominent Buddhist landmarks beyond the confines of their daily routine. During the visit, the children explored the Golden Pagoda complex, admired its distinctive architecture and learnt about its history, Buddhist…
Reinforcing its commitment to youth engagement and nation-building, the Spearhead Division under Spear Corps conducted an interactive motivational session and strategic weapon display for students of Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Pasighat, as part of the University’s Orientation Programme for the Academic Session 2026–27 at Sigar, Arunachal Pradesh today. The programme was aimed at familiarising students with the ethos of military service, leadership, discipline and the diverse career opportunities available in the Indian Armed Forces, while fostering patriotism, responsible citizenship and a deeper understanding of national security. During the interaction, Indian Army officers emphasised that the Army’s greatest strength lies not…
The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Malvan, the second vessel of the Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) series, on 22 July 2026, marking another significant milestone in India’s indigenous naval modernisation programme. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, in the presence of Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command. Senior naval officers, representatives of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), veterans and other distinguished guests are expected to attend the event. Constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, INS Malvan has been built with…
The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 at the Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi, from 20 to 23 July 2026, reinforcing its commitment to multinational maritime cooperation and capacity building in the Indo-Pacific. The four-day multinational training engagement will be conducted in partnership with the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) under the aegis of the Indian Navy-led Combined Task Force 154 (CTF 154), the CMF’s dedicated training task force. The exercise will bring together personnel from CMF partner nations for advanced maritime security training, professional exchanges and the sharing of best practices. Through its leadership of CTF 154, the…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today asserted that robust border infrastructure will remain a decisive factor in future technology-driven warfare, stressing that roads, tunnels, airfields and ports are as critical to military success as advanced weapons and precision capabilities. Addressing the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Strategic Infrastructure Conclave in New Delhi, the Defence Minister said that while modern warfare is increasingly shaped by cutting-edge technologies and sophisticated weapon systems, strong infrastructure continues to underpin operational readiness and military mobility. “Even as state-of-the-art weapons and platforms are being inducted into the defence forces to address the challenges posed by the evolving nature…
The landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) officially came into effect on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the economic partnership between the two countries. The agreement is expected to make trade cheaper, faster and more accessible for businesses and consumers by reducing or eliminating tariffs on a wide range of goods. To mark the occasion, a special consignment of British products arrived at the British Deputy High Commission in Mumbai aboard a British Airways flight. The shipment, which included cosmetics, food products and alcoholic beverages that will benefit from reduced tariffs under the agreement, was unveiled by Harjinder Kang,…
India and Australia have operationalised their Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement by finalising an Administrative Arrangement that will facilitate long-term exports of Australian uranium to India for peaceful civilian nuclear use under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards. The agreement was finalised during the Third India–Australia Annual Summit held in Melbourne recently, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart reaffirmed the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expanded cooperation across maritime security, energy, cyber security, critical technologies, skill development and entrepreneurship. The Administrative Arrangement establishes the framework for implementing the Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement signed in 2014 and brought into force…