Chandigarh, Jan 18 (IANS) As part of the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day, the Indian Army’s Western Command organised a series of veterans’ rallies and outreach programmes in the region comprising Kangra, Amritsar, Ambala, Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula. The engagements, which concluded on Sunday, reflected the command’s deep reverence, gratitude and enduring commitment towards the veteran fraternity, recognising their invaluable service and lifelong contribution to the nation.Reaffi…
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New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan extended greetings to all veterans and their families on the occasion of Armed Forces Veterans Day on Wednesday, hailing their courage and long years of selfless duty as well as their efforts that remain integral to the country’s defence efforts.Extending wishes to the veterans and their families through a letter, the CDS said, “This day is dedicated to acknowledge the service rendered by those who have defended the Natio…
New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday wished the veterans, serving personnel, and their families on the Armed Forces Veterans Day, lauding their sacrifices to protect the borders and preserving the spirit of India.In a post on X, Singh said, “On Armed Forces Veterans Day, I bow in deep gratitude to our veterans and serving personnel whose lives are devoted to courage, honour and service before self.””Their sacrifices borne with quiet resolve and unshakable faith fo…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) As the curtains came down on ‘Year of Reforms 2025’, the Ministry of Defence under Rajnath Singh recorded significant progress in implementing wide-ranging reforms aimed at strengthening jointness, enhancing defence preparedness, promoting self-reliance and improving welfare delivery mechanisms, an official said on Thursday. The Defence Minister steered reforms, adopting a whole-of-government approach towards building a modern, integrated and future-ready defence ecos…