To commemorate World Environment Day, the exhibition “Contours of Climate Action: Our Planet, Our Lens” was inaugurated in Kolkata yesterday bringing together powerful visual narratives on conservation and climate action. The exhibition has been jointly organised by the British Deputy High Commission Kolkata and the Indo-British Scholars’ Association (IBSA). Hosted at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC), the showcase features selected photographs from an international contest that invited photographers and visual storytellers to capture compelling images highlighting environmental conservation and climate action. The photography competition was judged by an eminent panel comprising internationally acclaimed nature and conservation photographer Dhritiman Mukherjee,…
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The Indian Army, under the aegis of Red Horns Division, Gajraj Corps, conducted a Motivational Weapon Display for 550 NCC cadets attending the Combined Annual Training Camp (CATC-42) of 1 Assam Battalion NCC, Guwahati Group at JNV Nalbari today. The display featured modern infantry weapons, small arms and military equipment currently in service with the Armed Forces. Army personnel briefed cadets on the technical features, operational employment and maintenance of the systems, providing valuable insight into the ongoing modernization of the Indian Army. The initiative aimed to enhance awareness about the dedication and sacrifices of soldiers while motivating young cadets…
In a major boost to maritime electronic warfare capabilities and the Government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a Rs 449 crore contract with Accord Software and Systems Private Limited (ASSPL), Bengaluru, for the procurement of 20 Enhanced Capability Global Navigation Satellite System (ECGNSS) Jammers for the Indian Navy. The contract, signed under the Buy (Indian–Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category with a minimum 75 per cent indigenous content, was inked in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh in New Delhi on June 10. The ECGNSS Jammers are designed to degrade satellite signal…
India urged the international community to hold Pakistan accountable following reports of deaths and injuries during a police crackdown on protesters in Rawalkot, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Speaking at the weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal alleged that Pakistan had committed serious human rights violations in the region and described the police action against demonstrators as severe. The remarks came amid reports that police used force against protesters who were demonstrating against sharp increases in the prices of essential commodities, including flour. Demonstrators also called for the removal of the reservation of 12 seats for refugees…
The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of the 217 Course will be held at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, marking the successful completion of pre-commissioning training for Flight Cadets of the Indian Air Force. Shri Rajnath Singh will review the parade and confer the President’s Commission upon the graduating officers. The ceremony will witness the award of Wings and Brevets to Flight Cadets of the Indian Air Force, as well as officers and trainees of the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Significantly, the parade will mark the commissioning of the first batch of women cadets…
In a significant move towards strengthening energy security and advancing sustainable infrastructure within the defence sector, Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the establishment of a 250 MW Solar Power Project with an integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Sitapur (Ex-Cantonment), Uttar Pradesh. The pioneering project, to be developed on approximately 850 acres of vacant defence land, marks the first large-scale solar energy initiative of its kind undertaken by the Ministry of Defence. The project aims to enhance long-term energy resilience for defence establishments while promoting the Government’s vision of clean energy adoption and optimal utilisation of available…
In a landmark achievement for India’s infrastructure and border connectivity ambitions, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari today announced the final breakthrough of the strategically significant Zoji-La Tunnel project. The milestone brings the nation closer to realizing uninterrupted, all-weather connectivity between Ladakh and the rest of India. The breakthrough marks a critical stage in the construction of the 13.15-kilometre-long tunnel beneath the Zoji-La Pass, one of the most challenging and strategically vital mountain corridors in the Himalayas. Once operational, the tunnel will overcome the long-standing challenge of seasonal isolation caused by heavy snowfall and extreme weather conditions…
Demonstrating its steadfast commitment to the safety and security of Indian seafarers worldwide, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) played a crucial role in coordinating the successful rescue of 24 Indian crew members following a missile attack on merchant tanker MT Marivex off the coast of Oman yesterday. The Indian Coast Guard’s Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), Mumbai, received information at approximately 1420 hours regarding the attack on the Palau-flagged tanker anchored off Masirah, Oman. Immediately upon receipt of the distress information, MRCC Mumbai established close communication with the Oman Maritime Search and Rescue Centre (OMSC) and maintained continuous coordination with…
A felicitation ceremony was organised at Udalguri to honour successful candidates selected for induction into the Indian Army under the Agnipath Scheme. The event was jointly conducted by civil society representatives in coordination with the civil administration, reflecting strong civil–military cooperation in the region.The ceremony was attended by Shri Rihon Daimari, Deputy Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), who appreciated the Army’s outreach efforts and training initiatives aimed at empowering local youth and strengthening nation-building. As part of its recruitment outreach programme, the Indian Army conducted awareness drives across 30 schools and colleges, reaching over 2,000 students.…
Guwahati: Major Bhargav Kalita of The Kumaon Regiment/50th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles, has been awarded the Shaurya Chakra, one of India’s highest peacetime gallantry awards, in recognition of his exceptional courage, exemplary leadership and outstanding operational achievements in counter-terrorism operations. Since October 2022, Major Kalita has actively participated in multiple successful operations, resulting in the neutralisation of three dreaded terrorists and the apprehension of four hardcore Over Ground Workers. His unwavering commitment to duty and operational excellence has significantly contributed to maintaining peace and security in the region. On 02 December 2024, acting on short-notice intelligence inputs, Major Kalita meticulously…