In a solemn tribute to extraordinary courage and selfless service to the nation, the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, conferred prestigious gallantry awards upon personnel of the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces and State/Union Territory Police during Phase-I of the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. Recognising acts of exceptional bravery in the face of grave danger, the President awarded 07 Kirti Chakras, including 02 posthumous, 15 Vir Chakras, including 03 posthumous, and 29 Shaurya Chakras, including 01 posthumous, to distinguished personnel who displayed conspicuous gallantry, unwavering dedication and the highest standards of professional…
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The West Bengal government has launched a comprehensive statewide survey of madrasas to assess their functioning, infrastructure and legal status, with all district magistrates directed to submit detailed reports by July 5. According to a notification issued by the Department of Minority Affairs and Madrasa Education on June 5, district administrations have been asked to gather information on the location of madrasas, year of establishment, registration status, availability of valid documents, and the number of students, teachers and non-teaching staff. Authorities will also collect details on whether the institutions are residential, privately aided or unaided, along with information on courses…
Marking World Cycling Day, nearly 100 cadets of 5 Gujarat Battalion NCC, Surat participated in a spirited Cycling Awareness Rally at the iconic Statue of Unity today. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from Gujarat Police personnel and local citizens, reinforcing the message of fitness, environmental stewardship and healthy living. Following the rally, NCC cadets engaged with members of the local community, highlighting the benefits of cycling as a sustainable and eco-friendly mode of transport. Through awareness drives and public interactions, the cadets emphasized physical fitness, pollution reduction and the importance of adopting environmentally responsible lifestyles. Reflecting the NCC motto of…
Rajouri, Jammu & Kashmir: An Indian Army officer made the supreme sacrifice while participating in an ongoing counter-terror operation in the rugged terrain of Rajouri district on Saturday evening. The officer, identified as Lieutenant Beereshwar Goswami, lost his life after falling into a deep gorge during operational duties in the Manjakote sector. Lieutenant Goswami was leading a search team along a narrow mountain ridge as part of the ongoing Operation Sheruwali when he lost his footing and fell into a steep gorge. Despite immediate rescue efforts by fellow troops, the officer succumbed to injuries sustained during the incident. Operation Sheruwali,…
Train hijackings have been rare even when considered over the past century. No wonder the dramatic hijacking of the Jaffar Express by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) last year on 11 March 25, had brought the simmering, indeed almost volcanic, unresolved Balochistan issue to international limelight. And then again in January 26, there were violent attacks across cities in Pakistan, targeting military and government installations, followed by reprisal attacks by Pakistani security forces, causing extensive casualties on both sides. Recently, this was followed by the suicide bombing of the Quetta railway station by a car borne bomber (possibly of the…
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah chaired a high-level security review meeting in Tripura focused on strengthening border management and enhancing inter-agency coordination along the international frontier. The meeting was attended by senior state officials including the Chief Minister of Tripura, Chief Secretary, Director General of Police, District Magistrates, and Superintendents of Police from all eight border districts. The deliberations centred on evolving a comprehensive and technology-driven border security framework, with emphasis on real-time coordination between civil administration, state police, and central security forces. Integrated Border Security Doctrine: Addressing the gathering, the Home Minister underlined that border…
The Spearhead Division of the Spear Corps commemorated World Environment Day through a series of community-centric environmental initiatives across Tuting, Boraroopak and Sigar, reinforcing its commitment to ecological conservation and sustainable development. The activities witnessed active participation from students, teachers, troops and local residents. Tree plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns and poster-making competitions were organised to promote environmental awareness and responsible stewardship of natural resources. At Tuting, Army personnel joined schoolchildren and teachers in plantation and cleanliness drives, while students participated in a poster-making competition focused on sustainability and environmental protection. Troops at Boraroopak undertook a large-scale plantation drive to enhance…
The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the seventh batch of Agniveervayu trainees of Intake 01/2026 was conducted with military precision and grandeur at Air Force Station Jalahalli on 06 June 2026. The batch comprised 3,146 Agniveervayu trainees, including both men and women, who successfully completed 22 weeks of intensive military and professional training. The newly trained Agniveervayus are now prepared to assume their roles in the Indian Air Force as disciplined, skilled and mission-ready air warriors. Air Vice Marshal Atul Laxmandas Golani, Command Technical Training Officer (CTTO), Headquarters Training Command, reviewed the parade and took the salute as the Reviewing…
The 29th edition of the India–US Army-to-Army Staff Talks (AAST) was conducted in Hawaii, reaffirming the commitment of both nations to strengthening military cooperation and advancing shared strategic objectives. The talks were co-chaired by Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (Strategy), Indian Army, and Lieutenant General Joel Vowell, Deputy Commanding General, US Army Pacific (USARPAC). Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation, improving interoperability, expanding professional military exchanges and deepening operational collaboration. Both sides reviewed the progress of ongoing Army-to-Army engagements and explored avenues for further strengthening cooperation across a range of domains. The interaction underscored…
The Indian Army’s Spearhead Division under Spear Corps conducted a youth empowerment programme under Project NAVBHARAT at Likabali today, reaffirming its commitment to nation-building and youth engagement in the North East. The initiative witnessed participation of over 250 students and teachers from Likabali and the neighbouring Silapathar region. Designed to inspire the younger generation towards the vision of Viksit Bharat, the programme focused on fostering national integration, patriotism, and responsible citizenship. As part of the event, participants attended motivational lectures and documentary screenings showcasing the training, professionalism, and valour of Indian Army personnel. The sessions highlighted stories of courage, sacrifice,…