New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) Former Indian Army Chief, General Manoj Mukund Naravane (Retd.) opened up about the recent controversy surrounding the India-China standoff of 2020, stating that the government has given “full freedom” to the armed forces to take actions in such situations, which shows that it has “full trust” in its military. Gen M.M. Naravane, in an interview with IANS, in response to a question regarding Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP), Rahul Gandhi’s, claims about his unpublis…
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Tashkent, April 24 (IANS) The seventh edition of India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise ‘Dustlik’ culminated with a final validation exercise and closing ceremony at the Gurumsaray Field Training Area in Namangam, on Friday. According to the Indian Defence Ministry, the exercise reinforced military cooperation and improved interoperability between the Indian Army and the Armed Forces of the Uzbekistan. The exercise enhanced preparedness for joint operations to neutralise unlawful armed groups,…
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval, held a significant meeting with the Muslim community recently, during which he emphasised that many youths from the community have been recruited into the Indian Army and Paramilitary forces over the last 12 years. He pointed out that India is like a large ship, and citizens are all sailors and “we sail or sink together.”Stating that at no point should the Muslim community doubt the government’s intent, he added that the c…
Washington, April 24 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff Upendra Dwivedi was inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the Army War College (AWC), Carlisle Barracks, United States, marking a significant recognition of his military career and leadership, said the Indian Army on Friday.He becomes the third Indian Army Chief to receive this honour, after General V.K. Singh and General Bikram Singh.In a post on X, the Indian Army stated, “ General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS, visited the Army War College (…
New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane has formally addressed the political controversy surrounding the 2020 China standoff, firmly denying claims that the military was left without direction during the crisis. The remarks serve as a direct counter to assertions made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who had previously suggested that the General was abandoned by the political leadership at the height of the tensions at Rechin La pass.The controversy stem…
Tokyo, April 23 (IANS) Reaffirming commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific, India and Japan on Thursday discussed defence cooperation measures while outlining future interactions across various sectors. The discussions were held during eighth India–Japan Army-to-Army Staff Talks being held from April 22-24.”The 8th India–Japan Army-to-Army Staff Talks AAST are being held from 22–24 April in Japan. Both sides held a productive exchange of views, reviewed ongoing Defence Cooper…
Guwahati, April 22 (IANS) The Indian Army on Wednesday marked Earth Day by organising a ‘Green Canvas Challenge’, a painting competition aimed at fostering environmental awareness among school students in Assam’s Rupai area in the Tinsukia district, officials said. The event was conducted by the Army’s Red Shield Gunners under the aegis of Spear Corps at Reflection Senior Secondary School, drawing enthusiastic participation from students across multiple classes.Young participants used ar…
Bhuj, April 22 (IANS) Senior officers and soldiers of the Indian Army on Wednesday recalled their roles and experiences during Operation Sindoor, marking one year since the Pahalgam terror attack. Commander of the Indian Army, Brigadier Neeraj Khajuria, said his brigade was deployed in highly sensitive regions, including the Rann and Creek sectors.Commander, Indian Army, Brigadier Neeraj Khajuria said, “During Operation Sindoor, my brigade was deployed in sensitive areas such as the Rann and Cre…
Kedarnath, April 22 (IANS) The portals of Kedarnath Dham were opened on Wednesday amid Vedic chants and resounding cheers of “Har Har Mahadev”, marking a significant moment in the annual pilgrimage calendar and allowing devotees to offer prayers at one of Hinduism’s most revered shrines. The temple was adorned with nearly 51 quintals of flowers, creating a vibrant and spiritually charged atmosphere ahead of the ceremonial opening.The Indian Army band performed Lord Shiva’s aarti as priests condu…
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, on Wednesday hosted Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, at India House ahead of his upcoming engagements in Washington DC. India in the US took to social media ‘X’ and said, “Ambassador hosted COAS General Upendra Dwivedi, at India House today, ahead of his upcoming engagements in Washington DC. The visit, which is taking place soon after the recent visits by CNS and CAS, continues the high-level military-to-mi…