Imagine stepping onto a railway platform, spotting a piece of litter, uploading a photo from your phone, and watching it vanish within minutes. This is no longer a wishful dream; it is the daily reality across Eastern Railway. Today marks the 10th day of an extraordinary initiative that is quietly transforming the way millions travel. Everything is happening under the visionary leadership of Shri Milind Deouskar, General Manager of Eastern Railway. Under his guidance, the railway zone launched Phase-II of its mega Swachhata Campaign on May 16, introducing a bold, passenger-centric promise: the “Cleaning Guarantee Within 30 Minutes.” Operating under…
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President Droupadi Murmu conferred 66 Padma Awards during the first Civil Investiture Ceremony for 2026 held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today.The awards presented included two Padma Vibhushan, six Padma Bhushan and 58 Padma Shri honours across various fields. For 2026, the Government of India has approved a total of 131 Padma Awards, comprising five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards. The remaining awardees will be honoured during the second phase of the Civil Investiture Ceremony to be held later. Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were Vice President of India, Prime Minister of India and Union…
-Pratyusha Mukherjee Assam Rifles organised a series of health, fitness and medical outreach programmes across Chandel and Tengnoupal districts of Manipur as part of its ongoing efforts to promote wellness, strengthen civil-military relations and provide healthcare support in remote border areas. A five-kilometre run titled “Chakpikarong Chases the Run: 5K to Fitness” was organised at Chakpikarong Public Playground in Chandel district. The event saw participation from Assam Rifles personnel, officials from the civil administration and police, Border Security Force personnel and around 40 students of Kendriya Vidyalaya Chakpikarong. Continuing the fitness initiatives, Assam Rifles conducted a mega wellness campaign at…
A Ring Gantry-based Linear Accelerator was commissioned into the Department of Radiation Oncology at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh on May 25, 2026. This advanced technology would strengthen cancer care services at Army Hospital (R&R) and improve access to advanced radiotherapy for serving personnel, veterans and their dependents. It is expected to enhance in-house treatment capacity for the significant patient load at the hospital. This Linear Accelerator is capable of delivering modern radiotherapy techniques including Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy, Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy, Image-Guided Radiation Therapy, Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy…
Eleven Test Pilots and Six Flight Test Engineers of the 48th Flight Test Course graduated from the Air Force Test Pilots School (AFTPS) in Bengaluru today completion of a rigorous 48 weeks multi-discipline training curriculum. This year, the graduating course, comprised of a cohort of 17 officers including 14 officers from Indian Air Force, one officer from Indian Army and two officers from Indian Navy. From here on, the graduates will join the Aviation Wing of the Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment, which is one of the premier units of the Indian Air Force. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh PVSM…
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed youth in various Government departments and organisations at the 19th Rozgar Mela today at 11 AM via video conferencing. Addressing the gathering, he described the occasion as a profoundly significant day for thousands of young people across the nation. Welcoming the newest entrants into government service, he underscored their imminent contribution to India’s development across sectors including railways, banking, defence, health, and education. “In the years to come, all of you will play a crucial role in realizing the vision of a Vikasit Bharat,” asserted…
The U.S. Secretary of State, H.E. Mr. Marco Rubio, called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today. Secretary Rubio briefed Prime Minister on the sustained progress in bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including defence, strategic technologies, trade and investment, energy security, connectivity, education and people-to-people ties. Secretary Rubio shared U.S. perspective on various regional and global issues, including the situation in West Asia. Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s consistent support for peace efforts and reiterated the call for peaceful resolution of the conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy. Prime Minister requested Secretary Rubio to convey his warm greetings to…
Recently Gajraj Corps conducted a two-day Joint Civil-Military Coordination Flood Relief Exercise on on the Brahmaputra River in Assam to enhance preparedness and coordination for flood response operations during the ensuing monsoon season. The exercise witnessed active participation from the Indian Army, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Assam Police, Civil Administration and Village Panchayats. The integrated exercise was aimed at strengthening inter-agency coordination, synergy and operational readiness for effective humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. The exercise involved simulated flood emergency scenarios, including evacuation of stranded civilians, establishment of relief camps, medical assistance, rescue operations,…
A nation that manufactures its own weaponry writes its own destiny,” said Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh as he, along with Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, inaugurated a Defence Manufacturing Complex of a private sector company, NIBE Group’ at Shirdi today. The complex intends to manufacture advanced artillery systems, missile & space technologies, rocket systems, energetic materials, and autonomous defence platforms. India’s first 300 KM Universal Rocket Launching System ‘Suryastra’ was flagged-off as part of the event. The foundation stone was also laid for a missile complex for the system. Furthermore, the unveiling of indigenous TNT Plant Technology, RDX…
To mark the successful completion of training of Air Force Special Forces operatives of ‘Garud’ force, Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade was held TODAY at Garud Regimental Training Centre (GRTC), Air Force Station Chandinagar. AVM Rahul Gupta ACAS Ops (Space) reviewed the parade as the Chief Guest of the event. The Commandant of Garud Regimental Training Centre received the Chief Guest and briefed on various training aspects. The Chief Guest congratulated the ‘Garuds’ on their successful passing out. While addressing the young commandos, he emphasised on the significance of rigorous training and honing Special Forces skills to keep pace with the…