New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi honoured six warriors from the animal kingdom, including two Bactrian camels, two Zanskari ponies and two dogs, who work shoulder to shoulder with the military, an official said on Friday. The honours serve to acknowledge the “silent warriors” who operate in some of the world’s most challenging terrains, such as the high-altitude cold deserts of Ladakh and the rugged Himalayas, where machines often fail, said a statement.The sile…
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New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) India witnessed a rare spectacle on its 77th Republic Day when a specially curated animal contingent of the Indian Army’s Remount and Veterinary Corps (RVC) marched down Kartavya Path, underscoring the indispensable role animals play in defending the country’s most demanding frontiers. It marked the first time such a diverse animal formation was presented during the national parade, drawing attention to a lesser-seen but vital dimension of military preparedness.The conti…
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) The Indian Army, while rapidly modernising with cutting-edge technology, continues to strengthen its capabilities by blending tradition with innovation. This unique approach will be on full display at the upcoming Republic Day parade, where, for the first time, double-humped Bactrian camels and Zanskari ponies will march along Kartavya Path, symbolising resilience and adaptability in extreme terrains.The Remount Veterinary Corps (RVC) contingent will be one of the main a…