The Indian Army commemorated Veterans Day 2026 across military stations nationwide, honouring Veterans, Veer Naris, and their families. Jaipur Military Station, under South Western Command, hosted the main celebrations, presided over by Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi. The day also featured an Army Investiture Ceremony where…
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Think Tank Studies Operations at IAF Hindon
In a significant step towards strengthening civil–military engagement and strategic research collaboration, a delegation of scholars from leading Indian think tanks visited Air Force Station Hindon on January 10, 2026. The visit was organised as part of an outreach initiative by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to enhance understanding of…
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Amit Shah Chairs Security Review Meeting on J&K Peace
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, chaired a comprehensive security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir in New Delhi on 8th January 2026. The meeting was attended by Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, Union Home Secretary, Director (IB), Chief Secretary & Director General Police of Jammu…
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PM Modi Hails ICGS Samudra Pratap Commissioning
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the commissioning of Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap, describing it as a significant milestone in India’s maritime journey and a strong endorsement of the country’s vision of self-reliance in defence. Responding to a post by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on social…
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HSNS Cess FAQs 2026: Registration, Payment & Abatement Guide
The Health Security se National Security (HSNS) Cess Act, 2026, and the corresponding HSNS Cess Rules, 2026, set out clear procedures for manufacturers, particularly in sectors like Pan Masala production. These FAQs address key queries on registration, cess payment, abatement, and compliance to ensure smooth implementation. Registration under HSNS Cess…
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DRDO Marks 68th Foundation Day, ₹1.30 Lakh Crore Defence Boost
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) marked its 68th Foundation Day on January 1, 2026, with a historic milestone that significantly strengthens India’s journey towards defence self-reliance. During the celebrations, DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V. Kamat announced that Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) worth approximately ₹1.30 lakh crore has been…
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Air Marshal S Shrinivas Takes Charge of IAF Training Command
Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas formally took over as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Training Command of the Indian Air Force on January 1, 2026. The appointment places a highly experienced fighter pilot, instructor and administrator at the helm of the command responsible for shaping the future manpower of…
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MoD Signs Rs 4,666 Crore Contracts for CQB Carbines & Torpedoes
New Delhi: On December 30, 2025, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed contracts totaling Rs 4,666 crore for the procurement of Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbines and Heavy Weight Torpedoes, reinforcing the combat capabilities of the Indian Army and Navy. The agreements were finalized at South Block in the presence…
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DRDO Successfully Tests Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket
India marked a significant milestone in its indigenous defence capabilities on December 29, 2025, as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR). The test, carried out at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha, demonstrated…
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Bondi Attack: Victims’ Families Seek Federal Inquiry
Families of Jewish Australians killed in the deadly Bondi beach terror attack have issued an emotional and urgent appeal to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, demanding the establishment of a federal royal commission to investigate the attack, failures in intelligence oversight, and what they describe as a rapidly escalating antisemitism crisis…