-Pratyusha Mukherjee The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken into custody a serving Colonel of the Indian Army’s Ordnance Corps, posted under Eastern Command in Kolkata, in connection with an alleged bribery case involving Rs 50 lakh, officials confirmed on Tuesday. The officer, identified as Colonel Himanshu Bali, is reported to have allegedly facilitated the awarding of contracts to a Kanpur-based company, Eastern Global Limited. The allegations include manipulation of tender processes, approval of substandard samples, and clearance of pending and inflated bills, according to the FIR filed by the CBI. The agency stated that directors of the firm…
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Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh and Minister of National Defence, Republic of Korea (RoK) Mr Ahn Gyu-back held comprehensive bilateral discussions in Seoul today.The two Ministers reviewed the entire spectrum of defence cooperation and discussed ways to further expand collaboration in areas such as industry, production, maritime security, emerging technologies, military exchanges, logistics & regional security. Both sides acknowledged the growing convergence between India’s Act East Policy and RoK’s regional strategic vision, reiterating their commitment to strengthening defence ties in line with the shared objectives of maintaining a free, open, inclusive and rule-based Indo-Pacific. Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were inked…
Assam Rifles and the Indian Army conducted a two-day Joint Flood Relief Training exercise in Tripura aimed at enhancing coordination and operational preparedness for disaster response during flood situations in the State. The training was organised to ensure seamless conduct of flood relief operations during natural disasters and focused on strengthening synergy, coordination, readiness and response capabilities between the two forces. Troops from both forces participated jointly in various disaster management drills and practised standard operating procedures related to rescue and relief operations. During the exercise, personnel of Assam Rifles and the Indian Army utilised common drills, equipment and operational…
Multilateral military exercise PRAGATI 2026 commenced today at Umroi Military Station, Meghalaya, with the participation from 12 friendly nations, namely Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Vietnam. The contingents were accorded a warm and traditional welcome by the Indian Army on their arrival, reflecting India’s rich cultural heritage and hospitality. PRAGATI, which stands for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region, is being conducted in the spirit of equality, friendship and mutual respect. The exercise provides a common platform for participating armies to engage in professional exchange,…
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the final deliverable configuration development trials of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 in Air-to-Ground and Air-to-Air modes at DRDO test range near Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The trials were carried out using an integrated Ground Control System (GCS) to command and control the ULPGM weapon system. The GCS features state-of-the-art technologies to automate readiness and launch operations. DRDO has partnered with two production agencies – Bharat Dynamics Limited, Hyderabad and Adani Defence Systems & Technologies Limited, Hyderabad – for the development and production of the missiles. The system has…
-Pratyusha Mukherjee The West Bengal government has reportedly initiated the transfer of nearly 120 acres of land in the strategically significant Siliguri Corridor, commonly known as the “Chicken Neck,” to the Centre. The land handover process is currently underway, according to reports. Located in north Bengal, the Siliguri Corridor is a narrow 22-kilometre-wide strip that serves as the only land route connecting mainland India to the eight northeastern states. Owing to its proximity to Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and the Tibet region, the corridor is regarded as one of India’s most strategically sensitive regions. The development is being viewed as a…
Shri Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Vietnam General Phan Van Giang in Hanoi today. Both Ministers reviewed the growing defence partnership between the two countries and discussed ways to further deepen cooperation in maritime security, defence industry, training & regional stability. The two sides exchanged views on regional and global security developments of mutual interest and emphasised the importance of maintaining peace, stability, security, safety and freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region. They discussed avenues to expand cooperation in areas including military training, defence industry collaboration, maritime…
Under the aegis of Eastern Command, Brahmastra Corps conducted a joint training capsule for Indian Army & CISF personnel at Cockerel Division, Ranchi, reaffirming the commitment towards enhanced inter-agency synergy and Operational Readiness. The comprehensive training capsule covered handling of New Generation Equipment, employment of Drones, execution of battle drills and refinement of battle procedures to strengthen coordination, rapid response capability and seamless interoperability during operational scenarios. The initiative stands as a testament to the spirit of jointmanship, collective preparedness and the Whole-of-Nation approach towards safeguarding national security. Brahmastra Corps is India’s first and only dedicated China-focused Mountain Strike Corps.Its…
-Pratyusha Mukherjee Arsenal have ended a 22-year wait for the Premier League title, confirmed on Tuesday night as Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw at Bournemouth. Junior Kroupi’s strike put the hosts ahead in the 39th minute, and although Erling Haaland equalised in stoppage time, Arsenal’s lead remained insurmountable, sparking jubilant celebrations outside the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners’ triumph marks their 14th English league title, capping a season defined by resilience and tactical mastery under manager Mikel Arteta. Arsenal conceded just 26 goals, kept 19 clean sheets, and set a Premier League-era record with 18 goals from corners.…
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) in Gothenburg on 17 May 2026. Prime Minister of Sweden, H.E. Mr. Ulf Kristersson, President of the European Commission H.E. Ms. Ursula von der Leyen, senior European industry leaders, and representatives from leading European and Indian companies participated in the interaction hosted by the Volvo Group. In his keynote address, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the growing strategic convergence between India and Europe and underscored the importance of trusted partnerships in an increasingly complex and uncertain global environment. Prime Minister Modi welcomed the growing momentum in India-EU relations,…