New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) An emotional moment marked General Dhiraj Seth’s first day as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff on Wednesday when he saluted his father, Lieutenant General K.M. Seth (retd), after receiving the ceremonial Guard of Honour, in a touching gesture that reflected both military tradition and filial respect. The heartfelt exchange, captured on camera, came shortly after General Seth formally assumed command of the Indian Army, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi.Earlier in the da…
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New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday unveiled ‘VIJAY’ — his vision for building a future-ready force, adding that it stands with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘JAI’ — Jointness, Atmanirbharta, and Innovation. He expressed happiness over his new appointment and said that he will lead the force with “an unwavering commitment to the ideals of duty, honour and ‘Nation First’.Speaking to the reporters after being accorded a Guard of Honour at the …
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday expressed happiness over his new appointment and said that he will lead the force with “an unwavering commitment to the ideals of duty, honour and ‘Nation First’. Earlier, Gen Seth laid a wreath at the National War Memorial to honour those who made the supreme sacrifice on the line of duty. He was then accorded a Guard of Honour at the South Block lawns.General Dhiraj Seth took over as the next Chief of the Army Staff …
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Outgoing Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said that the valiant soldiers of the force have “held India’s flag high across the globe” with their loyalty, courage and discipline. The ceremonial events marked the culmination of General Dwivedi’s distinguished military career spanning more than four decades.Earlier in the day, he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block lawns in New Delhi, an occasion that symbolised the conc…
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Outgoing Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday said that his service has been the “greatest privilege” of his life and his heart is filled with gratitude, appreciation, pride, and satisfaction as he bids farewell to years of military service. The ceremonial events marked the culmination of General Dwivedi’s distinguished military career spanning more than four decades.Earlier in the day, he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South B…
New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Outgoing Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Anil Chauhan, on Saturday described his tenure as “very satisfying and excellent” as he formally bid farewell to military service after more than four decades. The ceremonial events marked the culmination of General Chauhan’s distinguished military career spanning more than four decades.Earlier in the day, he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block lawns in New Delhi, an occasion that symbolised the conclusi…
Indore, May 11 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government’s ‘Guard of Honour’ initiative for deceased organ donors has led to a more than 25 per cent increase in organ donation cases in Indore, officials said on Monday. The initiative, introduced in July 2025, provides ceremonial honours to organ donors during their last rites to recognise their contribution and encourage more families to come forward for organ donation.Indore Divisional Commissioner Sudam Khade said the initiative has hel…
Washington, April 21 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi held a meeting with the Commanding General of United States Army Pacific, General Ronald P Clark and senior officials in Honolulu with discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries and advancing a shared vision for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. As he arrived at the US military base in Hawaii, General Dwivedi was accorded a Guard of Honour at Fort Shafter and also undertook an …
New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) In a historic first, Delhi Lok Niwas on Tuesday played the National Song ‘Vande Mataram’ and National Anthem ‘Jana Gana Mana’ at a function organised to facilitate and interact with the Republic Day Camp Contingent of NCC, an official said. Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena shared information about his interaction with the cadets on social media and said, “The discipline, passion and unwavering dedication of these young cadets towards the nation is truly inspir…
New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) at Delhi Cantonment on Tuesday and exhorted cadets to take up a career in the Armed Forces and help build a Viksit Bharat.Addressing NCC cadets and officers, the CDS emphasised the importance of vision and will for the youth as they “are the future leaders of Viksit Bharat”.“If you take the right path, you reach the right destination; it’s importan…