In a significant welfare-oriented decision, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the expansion of the definition of “family” for the allotment of Government Accommodation to Service Officers. The move broadens eligibility criteria and reflects the evolving structure of Indian families, while reinforcing the Centre’s commitment to social security and…
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INS Sudarshini Completes First Lokayan 26 Port Call in Oman
The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini has successfully concluded her first port call at Salalah in Oman, marking a significant milestone in the ambitious ten-month trans-oceanic expedition, Lokayan 26. The visit, completed on February 5, 2026, underscores India’s enduring maritime legacy and reinforces the growing strategic and cultural…
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Shri Divakar Jayant Takes Charge as DG Naval Armament
Shri Divakar Jayant, a senior officer of the Indian Naval Armament Service (INAS), has assumed charge as the Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA) at Naval Headquarters under the Ministry of Defence. He took over the prestigious appointment on February 2, 2026, marking a significant leadership transition in one of…
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Op Sindoor Showcased ICG’s Frontline Maritime Role: Rajnath
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor demonstrated seamless inter-service coordination within India’s multi-layered maritime security framework and reaffirmed the Indian Coast Guard’s role as a frontline force safeguarding the nation’s maritime borders. Addressing the 50th Raising Day celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in New…
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Indian Navy Half Marathon 2026 Draws Runners from 24 Nations
The second edition of the Indian Navy Half Marathon was successfully conducted in New Delhi on February 2, 2026, drawing an overwhelming response from fitness enthusiasts, professional athletes, defence personnel and international runners. Organised by the Indian Navy, the event emerged as a vibrant celebration of physical fitness, discipline and…
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Run with the Navy: Indian Navy Half Marathon 2026 Delhi
The Indian Navy is all set to host the second edition of the Indian Navy Half Marathon (INHM) on 01 February 2026 in New Delhi, under the tagline ‘Run with the Navy’. The event is expected to attract around 14,000 runners across three categories: 21.1 km, 10 km, and 5…
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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…
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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),…
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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…
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INS Vikrant Scale Model Exhibition Inaugurated at PMML
The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, located within the Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library (PMML) complex in New Delhi, inaugurated a special exhibition featuring a scale model of INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, on Wednesday. The exhibition highlights the strategic, technological and symbolic significance of INS Vikrant in strengthening India’s…