Indian Army

Vice Admiral Arti Sarin to lead Armed Forces Medical Services

NEW DELHI– In a historic appointment 77 years after India’s Independence, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, has been appointed as the Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS). She is the first woman officer to assume this prestigious position, marking a significant milestone in the history of the Indian Armed Forces.   […]

Odisha CM orders judicial probe into alleged custodial torture incident

BHUBANESHWAR / NEW DELHI – Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a judicial probe into the alleged custodial torture and sexual harassment incident at Bharatpur Police Station. The probe will be headed by Justice Chittaranjan Das, who is expected to submit his report within 60 days. The High Court has also been requested […]

Soldier killed in terrorist attack on Jammu military base

SRINAGAR: A soldier lost his life after terrorists launched an attack on a military base in Jammu’s Sunjwan on Monday morning.   The incident occurred around 11:00 AM, with gunfire directed at the Guard Post, operated by the 36 Infantry Brigade. In response, army personnel initiated a search operation and utilized drones to bolster their […]

Indian Army celebrates 78th Independence Day amid joint exercise Mitra Shakti in Sri Lanka

The day began with a joint yoga session where Indian Army instructors led Indian and Sri Lankan troops in various asanas, symbolising unity and wellness. The session, held early in the morning, set a collaborative tone for the day.

Major Rishi Sharma: K9 Zac is a tactical force multiplier

Zac is just two and a half years old but already showcases remarkable skills in specialized army tactical operations.

Northern Army Commander reviews Ladakh’s operational preparedness

JAMMU: Northern Army Commander General M V Suchindra Kumar toured front-line sectors in Ladakh and praised the soldiers for their unwavering spirit and expertise in facing upcoming obstacles on Friday. #LtGenMVSuchindraKumar, #ArmyCdrNC visited forward areas and was briefed on the cutting-edge technological integration & operational preparedness. The Army Cdr complimented the troops and exhorted all […]

PM Modi to visit Wayanad on August 10; Indian Army set to leave

After ten days of rescue ops, the Indian Army is set to hand over operations to the NDRF, SDRF, Fire Force, and Kerala Police as they prepare to leave Wayanad.

Two terrorists killed in Kupwara encounter

SRINAGAR: Two terrorists were neutralized in an encounter near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Thursday. According to officials, the encounter took place in the Keran sector of the Northern Kashmir district. The exchange of gunfire is ongoing, with additional details forthcoming. On July 14, the Indian Army thwarted […]

Siachen martyr’s mother urges ending Agniveer scheme

The mother of Kirti Chakra-winning soldier Captain Anshuman Singh urged the government to halt the Agniveer scheme, which involves temporary.

Nari shakti at display: Motorcycle expedition in North Bengal, Sikkim

The Indian Army is conducting a motorcycle expedition to North Bengal and Sikkim from June 18 to June 24 by a group of women riders from Iron Horses Academy New Delhi. This was part of the Indian Army’s efforts to empower women especially the young girls of border areas Trishakti Corps.