Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that India’s victory in the 1999 Kargil War continues to stand as a lasting symbol of the country’s determination, military strength, and unwavering resolve to counter any threat to its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Addressing a gathering ahead of the Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations, Singh paid tribute to...
India is preparing to take another significant step toward transforming its military structure as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan’s successor, General N. S. Raja Subramani, is expected to present a detailed strategy on military theatre commands to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The proposal is anticipated to play a crucial role in reshaping...
India witnessed a significant leadership transition in its military establishment as General Dhiraj Seth formally assumed office as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS). The seasoned military officer succeeded General Upendra Dwivedi, who concluded his tenure after decades of distinguished service in the Indian Army. The appointment marks an important chapter in the...
India has achieved a significant milestone in its defence modernization programme with the successful test-firing of an indigenous long-range cruise missile from the Integrated Test Range off the coast of Odisha. Defence officials described the launch as a “textbook firing,” highlighting the missile’s flawless performance and validating years of research, development, and technological innovation. The...
A tragic aviation accident claimed the lives of five Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land at the Air Force Station in Jorhat, Assam, on Saturday. The incident has prompted the Indian Air Force to launch a formal investigation to determine the cause of the crash. According...
In a major leadership transition within India’s military establishment, the Union government has appointed Lieutenant General N.S. Raja Subramani (Retd.) as the country’s next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS). The appointment marks a significant development in India’s defence structure as the veteran officer prepares to succeed General Anil Chauhan, whose tenure concludes later this month....
One year after the launch of Operation Sindoor, India’s armed forces marked the anniversary of the landmark military mission with a powerful commemorative video revisiting the intense 88-hour operation that followed the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. Shared precisely at 1:05 am — the exact time the operation began on May 7, 2025 — the...
Balasore, Odisha: India achieved a major milestone with the successful test of the Agni-Prime missile on Wednesday night at the Integrated Test Range in Balasore, conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Officials confirmed that the test successfully met all objectives and was unique as it was carried out from a specially designed...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the Indian armed forces for the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, saying it brought Pakistan “to its knees within the blink of an eye.” Addressing a public rally in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, PM Modi said the nation gives the highest priority to the security of Maa Bharti (Mother...
Jodhpur: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday highlighted the distinction between the terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack, who reportedly killed innocents after asking about their religion, and India’s armed forces, who act by evaluating the deeds of terrorists, not their faith. Addressing the gathering during the inauguration of the Adarsh Defence and Sports Academy...