Indian Army

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.

Gulmarg’s 106-year-old Shiva temple gutted by fire

SRINAGAR: A renowned 20th-century Shiva temple in Gulmarg, located in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district and deeply intertwined with the valley’s history and Bollywood, was devastated by a massive fire on Wednesday. Fire and Emergency Services officials reported that the blaze started around 3:50 am, causing extensive damage to the historic structure. Perched atop a hillock, […]

Army storms Kupwara Police Station; 5 policemen injured

SRINAGAR: At least five policemen, including an officer, were injured last night after army soldiers allegedly stormed the Kupwara Police Station and assaulted the officers. An official reported that on Tuesday night, while investigating a case, a team from Police Station Kupwara raided the house of a Territorial Army jawan in Batapora village, Kupwara, and […]

India’s ‘Agnipath’ scheme sparks debate ahead of elections

NEW DELHI:The controversy surrounding India’s “Agnipath” scheme for recruiting soldiers has intensified, with criticisms from various quarters and political parties, particularly in the lead-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The scheme, designed to address the ballooning salary and pensions bill, has faced backlash for its short-term contractual basis and lack of post-service benefits like […]

Defence Minister visits world’s highest battlefield

Addressing the troops at a forward base at an altitude of 15,100 feet, Rajnath praised the soldiers for their commitment to safeguarding the nation with courage and resolve in harsh conditions. He expressed the nation's enduring gratitude to the Armed Forces personnel for their sacrifices, which ensure the safety of every citizen.

India’s defence exports surge: Fourth BrahMos battery headed to Philippines

Under a deal worth $375 million signed in 2022, three batches of BrahMos missiles have already been delivered to the Philippines, with the fourth en route to Manila.

INSV Tarini triumphs: Women officers make history at sea

This historic achievement marks a new chapter in the Indian Navy's sailing history and underscores the Navy's commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women in the maritime domain.

INTERVIEW| Indian Army sufficient to counter China, don’t need to use my Dao: Pema Khandu on ‘names’

Khandu has strongly condemned China’s attempts to rename various locations in Arunachal Pradesh