Indian Army

General Upendra Dwivedi’s visit to Nepal: Strengthening India-Nepal military ties

General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of India, is set to visit Nepal next week, further strengthening the already robust military ties between the two neighboring countries.

Indian Army’s volleyball coaching program empowers girls from south of Pir Panjal

Girls' volleyball team from the remote South of Pir Panjal region in Jammu and Kashmir has garnered attention for its exceptional performance.

Tri-services exercise “Ex Poorvi Prahar” enhances operational readiness in Arunachal Pradesh

The Indian Army is currently conducting the tri-services exercise Ex Poorvi Prahar in the forward areas of Arunachal Pradesh from 10th to 18th November 2024.

Supreme Court to review plea of Ex-army officer accused in alleged rape case

The Supreme Court today issued notice on a Special Leave Petition filed by ex-officer of the Indian Army, Rakesh Walia, seeking to quash the FIR and related proceedings against him undergrounds of malicious prosecution and abuse of law under Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS).

Encounter in Srinagar after over 2 Years, operation underway

SRINAGAR: An encounter erupted in Srinagar’s Khanyar area early Saturday. Security teams began a search operation at dawn, during which gunfire echoed through the area. A senior police official told The New Indian that terrorists were located in a residential building in the downtown neighbourhood.     The Jammu and Kashmir Police confirmed the incident, stating, […]

Army dog Phantom’s sacrifice marks heroic counter-terror operation in Jammu

Belgian Malinois named Phantom gave his life in the Battal district of Jammu while hunting terrorists.

Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2024: India’s roadmap to power by 2047

NEW DELHI: At the Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2024, General VK Singh (Retd), former Chief of Army Staff, urged all stakeholders in national security to unify in safeguarding India. “Internal security is everyone’s affair,” Singh emphasised. “It is our duty to share this responsibility with all those we come in contact with. If we find ourselves […]

Shaurya Diwas 2024: Honoring the brave and embracing technology absorption

NEW DELHI: The second edition of the annual infantry journal, “Rifle & Bayonet,” was unveiled on the eve of the 78th Shaurya Diwas, honoring the bravery and sacrifices made by infantry soldiers. This year’s theme, “Technology Absorption,” reflects the infantry’s transformational journey as it adjusts to the ever-changing needs of contemporary warfare.   “Rifle & Bayonet” […]

Swavlamban Shakti Exercise 2024: Showcasing indigenous defense capabilities

NEW DELHI: The Indian Army has conducted the Swavlamban Shakti 2024 Exercise, a large-scale joint manoeuvre and live-fire exercise at the Babina Field Firing Range near Jhansi. This integrated exercise brings together armoured and mechanised infantry, artillery, air defence systems, and advanced aviation assets. It highlighted the growing synergy between the armed forces, national R&D […]

Indian Army uses civil helicopters for border logistics under PM Gati Shakti

NEW DELHI -In a landmark move aimed at enhancing logistics support to remote border areas, the Indian Army has signed a pioneering contract with civil aviation service providers to supply winter cut-off posts along India’s northern and western borders. This one-year agreement marks the first time the Army has partnered with civilian helicopters to sustain […]