Latest Red Shield Division News & Updates

Imphal, April 16 (IANS) The Indian Army, in a joint operation with other security agencies, destroyed ten illegally set up bunkers and firing positions in Manipur’s Jalenbung Hills and Thoyee Heights, officials said on Thursday.​ Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat stated that, as part of ongoing operations along the Imphal-Dimapur National Highway (NH-2), joint security forces led by the Army’s Red Shield Division launched coordinated area domination patrols in the Jalenbung Hills and…

Imphal, April 10 (IANS) The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Indian Army’s Red Shield Division on Friday reiterated that the Indian Army remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all communities in Manipur, officials said. Defence Spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Mahendra Rawat said that the GOC emphasised the Indian Army’s role as a neutral and dependable force, dedicated to protecting lives and maintaining peace across the state.As part of ongoing outreach e…

Guwahati, March 31 (IANS) The Indian Army successfully neutralised World War II-era unexploded bombs in Assam’s Tinsukia district, averting a potential threat to civilian lives, officials said on Tuesday. According to officials, the unexploded ordnance, comprising a General Purpose bomb and an incendiary bomb, was discovered at Ledo’s Burma Camp area in Lekhapani after a civilian unearthed the munitions while digging a pit. The presence of the explosives posed a serious risk to life and prop…

Agartala/Aizawl, March 8 (IANS) The Red Shield Division of the Indian Army, on Sunday, organised a series of health and wellness initiatives across Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Tripura and Manipur to mark the International Women’s Day, aiming to promote preventive healthcare and enhance medical awareness among women and their families. According to officials, the outreach programmes focused on addressing critical health concerns while encouraging community participation in life-saving initiatives…

Agartala, March 2 (IANS) The Indian Army’s Albert Ekka Brigade of the Red Shield Division, under the aegis of the Spear Corps, successfully organised a state-level mega ex-servicemen rally at the Agartala Military Station on Monday. ​ Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said the rally witnessed enthusiastic participation of over 1,500 veterans and Veer Naris from all eight districts of Tripura, reaffirming the Army’s steadfast commitment to the welfare and well-being of its veteran com…

Imphal, Feb 18 (IANS) The Indian Army carried out a major month-long area sanitisation and de-mining operation along a vulnerable stretch of the India–Myanmar border in Manipur, officials said on Wednesday. Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the Red Shield Division of the Indian Army’s Spear Corps carried out a major area sanitisation and de-mining operation along the India-Myanmar border at Yangoubung, Manipur, between border pillars 72 and 73 from January 16 to February 17, 20…

Agartala, Jan 10 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, on Saturday, discussed the India-Bangladesh border-related issues and the implications of upcoming elections in the neighbouring country with the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Red Shield Division of the Army, Major General Shubhankar Basu and other senior Army officials. An official said that the Chief Minister discussed recent developments along the India-Bangladesh Border, including concerns related to porous borders, inimica…

Imphal, Jan 1 (IANS) The Assam Rifles on Thursday celebrated the New Year with enthusiasm and warmth in villages located along the India-Myanmar border in Manipur, reinforcing its bond with local communities through various outreach activities, officials said. Manipur shares a 398 km unfenced international border with Myanmar. Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that to mark the arrival of the New Year 2026, a vibrant celebration was organised by Assam Rifles with local communities at S…

Guwahati, Jan 1 (IANS) In a heart-warming gesture reflecting the Indian Army’s enduring commitment to society, Red Shield Division under the aegis of Spear Corps of the Indian Army organised New Year Celebration 2026 with children of Nirasoi Shishu Bhawan in Assam’s Jorhat, officials said. Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that Thursday’s event was organised to foster a sense of belonging and bring smiles to the young faces as the New Year began. The soldiers interacted closely wi…