'War benefits no one': 117 prominent citizens from India and Pakistan urge PMs to resume dialogueA coalition of 117 prominent citizens from India and Pakistan has penned an open letter to their respective Prime Ministers, urging an imme...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Aim to build tech-enabled, future ready army: Gen Dhiraj Seth"To respond effectively to the evolving security environment, we must take forward the modernisation of the Army with renewed energy and fi...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
General Dhiraj Seth assumes charge as 31st Army Chief, gives 'VIJAY' mantraAssuming charge as the 31st Chief of Army Staff, General Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday pledged to modernise the Indian Army into a technology-dr...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
Lt Gen Rajesh Pushkar AVSM, VSM assumes command of Southern CommandLieutenant General Rajesh Pushkar has taken charge as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Command. A decorated officer with...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
India's Russian oil imports to hit record high in June, data showsIndia's Russian oil imports hit an all-time high in June, reaching approximately 2.70 million barrels per day. This surge is attributed to ...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Future wars will be joint, theatre-based: Army Chief General Upendra DwivediOutgoing Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized that future conflicts will be joint, integrated, and theatre-oriented, stressing the...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
Who is General Dhiraj Seth, India's new Army Chief: Headed two commands facing Pakistan and known for contributions to modernisation, future warfare tacticsGeneral Dhiraj Seth has assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff, marking a significant moment as the first from the Armoured Cor...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
"Greatest privilege of my life": General Upendra Dwivedi signs off as Army Chief, hands over to General Dhiraj SethOutgoing Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Tuesday described serving in the Indian Army for over four decades as the "greatest privilege" o...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Media reports alleging encroachment by Chinese PLA in Arunachal Pradesh incorrect, without basis: Indian ArmyThe Indian Army has firmly denied media reports alleging Chinese PLA encroachment and camp establishment in Arunachal Pradesh, calling them...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
Indian Army field hospital begins operations in quake-hit VenezuelaIn response to the catastrophic earthquakes in Venezuela, India's Operation Amistad is delivering vital medical assistance. A fully equippe...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
Indian Army to expand drone fleet, raise Baaz Battalions to boost surveillance capability: COAS General Upendra DwivediGeneral Dwivedi said the new initiative will build upon existing Remotely Piloted Aircraft Flights and create a dedicated pool of trained p...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
Indian Army contingent, naval band, INS Tarkash to grace Seychelles National Day celebrationsBesides, an Indian Navy marching contingent and naval band will also be part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of the ...
28 Jun, 2026, 07.18 PM IST
Passport-holding NRIs qualify as 'citizens' under RTI, 2010 govt records showDocuments from 2010 reveal the Centre's interpretation of 'citizen' under the RTI Act, including Indian passport holders abroad but excludi...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
MEA's passport remark needs a crucial clarificationMEA's assertion that a passport isn't conclusive proof of citizenship has sparked debate. While legally correct, as citizenship is defined ...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
When the state questions your citizenshipAn MEA official's statement that Indian passports aren't proof of citizenship, made during Passport Seva Divas, has sparked concern. Amidst...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Kolkata godown collapse death toll rises to nine; five arrested as rescue operation continuesA devastating under-construction godown collapse in Kolkata's Taratala area has claimed nine lives and injured 20. Rescue operations are un...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Russia granted over 1,100 'anti-woke' visas to foreigners in 2025Russia welcomed over 1,100 foreign citizens in 2025 with visas for embracing traditional values. This initiative supports those opposing li...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.15 PM IST