Former Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane’s unpublished memoir has reopened an important national debate: how much operational freedom should India’s military leadership exercise during moments of crisis. His account of the 2020 India-China military standoff in eastern Ladakh describes a moment of extreme tension when he was asked to…
Tag: #IndianArmy
News
Agni-3 Missile Test Success Boosts India’s Deterrence
India on Thursday successfully conducted the test-firing of the Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) Agni-3 from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha, marking another important milestone in the country’s strategic defence preparedness. The launch, carried out on February 6, 2026, validated all operational and technical parameters of the…
News
Udhampur’s Basantgarh: 2 Terrorists Eliminated
Srinagar: Security forces on Tuesday eliminated two terrorists during a coordinated counter-terror operation in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir, the Army said. The operation, codenamed Operation KIYA, was conducted jointly by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)…
News
J&K Forces Press On With Kishtwar Anti-Terror Action
Security forces have launched a major anti-terror operation targeting Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, prompting authorities to suspend internet services as a precautionary measure. The operation, which began on Thursday, is currently focused on the remote Chatroo area, where intelligence inputs indicated the presence of terrorists….
News
Beating Retreat Reflects India’s Military Heritage: PM Modi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Beating Retreat ceremony stands as a powerful symbol of India’s rich military heritage and marks the formal conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations. Highlighting the significance of the event, the Prime Minister expressed deep pride in the country’s armed forces…
News
Prime Minister Pays Tribute at Rashtriya Samar Smarak on Republic Day
On the solemn occasion of the 77th Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to India’s fallen heroes at the Rashtriya Samar Smarak in New Delhi. The visit marked a deeply symbolic moment as the nation commemorated the sacrifices of soldiers who laid down their lives in the…
News
BRO Conducts High-Altitude Rescue at Chatergala Pass J&K
Jammu, January 26, 2026: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has once again demonstrated its unmatched capability in extreme terrain by successfully executing a high-altitude rescue and road restoration operation at the snowbound Chatergala Pass in Jammu and Kashmir. The operation was carried out under Project Sampark at Chatergala Pass, located…
News
77th Republic Day 2026: India’s Journey as a Sovereign Republic
India marks its 77th Republic Day on 26th January 2026, commemorating the enforcement of the Constitution and the nation’s transformation into a Sovereign Democratic Republic. While Independence on 15th August 1947 ended colonial rule, it was the adoption of the Constitution that established India’s framework of democratic governance, citizen rights,…
News
77th Republic Day: 70 Armed Forces Personnel Awarded
On the eve of the 77th Republic Day, President Smt Droupadi Murmu approved Gallantry awards for 70 Armed Forces personnel, including six posthumous recognitions. This announcement highlights the exceptional bravery and dedication of India’s military heroes. The awards include one Ashok Chakra, three Kirti Chakras, 13 Shaurya Chakras (one posthumous),…
News
Republic Day 2026: Tri-Services Shine in Sindoor Tableau
The Indian Armed Forces are set to showcase a spectacular Tri-Service Tableau titled ‘Operation Sindoor: Victory Through Jointness’ at the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26, 2026. This tableau embodies India’s evolved military doctrine, highlighting precision, integration, and indigenous defence capabilities. Conceptualized under the…