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Army, NDRF in Cyclone Amphan-hit West Bengal to help state get back on its feet

The teams reached areas likes Salt Lake, Behala and Golpark in the morning.

24 May 2020 2:59 PM

Indian Army’s oldest artillery man, Major (retd) Gurdial Singh Jallawalia, who fought four wars, including World War II and two wars with Pakistan, passed away at the age of 102. (Photo-SocialXYZ))

Army’s oldest artillery man Jallawalia passes away at 102

Retd Major was veteran of WW-II, 2 wars with Pakistan

23 May 2020 11:00 AM

For college graduates or young professionals who join as Army interns, it may be win-win situation. PTI Photo

AA Edit: Soldiers and citizens

While initially only about 100 officers and 1,000 jawans may be inducted for the “Tour of Duty”, if the government approves the proposal

15 May 2020 6:18 PM

AA Edit: China shows who’s the boss

Chinese soldiers resorted to rods and bats, inviting Indian retaliation

14 May 2020 6:44 PM

Indian Army unhappy over quality of Ordnance-supplied arms

An earlier Army report clarifies that there is an ammunition-related accident every 5.5 days or once a week

08 May 2020 10:46 AM

Army Chief, Gen. Manoj Mukund Naravane (file)

India will retaliate: Army Chief MM Naravane after Handwara attack

India will give "proportionate response" to all acts of infringement of ceasefire and support to terrorism by Pakistan

04 May 2020 4:33 PM

Existing cyber security policies on usage of mobile phones must be adhered to by army personnel while using the Aarogya Setu app, the soldiers were informed. (Photo | PTI)

Army tells personnel to follow cyber safety precautions while using Aarogya Setu app

Soldiers have been told to ensure their phones have antivirus protection

15 Apr 2020 8:29 PM

The Indian Army has detected three Covid-29 infection cases among its ranks. (PTI)

Kolkata Army doctor, JCO test corona positive

Both are said to have visited the same Army facility near New Delhi

29 Mar 2020 10:05 PM

The Indian Army Corps of Signals contingent led by Captain Tanya Shergil marches during the 71st Republic Day Parade at Rajpath in New Delhi (Photo: PTI)

Army’s women: On way towards full acceptance

A more nuanced explanation is perhaps that WOs today don’t wish to be seen as only seeking pensions, but look towards soldiering as a career.

29 Feb 2020 7:08 AM

Police personnel stand guard during clashes between groups against and those supporting the Citizenship (Amendment) Act in north east Delhi on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

Army urges Centre not to let cops wear combat uniform

Certain personnel deployed with the Delhi police on Sunday to control riots at Jaffrabad were seen wearing Indian army pattern combat dress.

26 Feb 2020 6:18 AM

A soldier’s ‘eve-olution’

The board gives points to a candidate on various parameters, such as if they have done high-altitude postings.

23 Feb 2020 3:46 AM

Won’t be talking point a few years down the line

I have always maintained that women in defence services are not meant for parades and showcasing in events only.

23 Feb 2020 3:42 AM

The mindset game: An officer isn’t always a gentleman

The Supreme Court did not stay the high court order, and yet the government didn’t implement it for nine years.

23 Feb 2020 3:38 AM

Women’s participation in the national workforce has steadily been declining since 2005 and it fell to 26 per cent in 2018.

Arms and the woman: Verdict a gamechanger

Although they have amply proved themselves, female soldiers and trainees have a lot to be grateful for to Justices D.Y. Chandrachud and Ajay Rastogi.

19 Feb 2020 2:23 AM

Apex court clears permanent commission for women officers in Army

A bench headed by Justice D Y Chandrachud rejected Centre's argument of social norms for denying permanent commission

17 Feb 2020 12:06 PM

Major Anoop Mishra is part of the Army's College of Military Engineering (ANI photo)

Army major develops world's first bulletproof helmet against AK-47 bullets

The helmet can stop an AK-47 bullet round from a distance of 10 meters

08 Feb 2020 12:19 PM

Indian Army facility at Manesar, Haryana.

Army, ITBP create corona quarantine centres

Facilities will house people returning from China for and will monitor them of suspected infection.

01 Feb 2020 2:17 AM

I am delighted that as we begin the new year and new decade, India gets its first Chief of Defence Staff in General Bipin Rawat. I congratulate him and wish him the very best for this responsibility. He is an outstanding officer who has served India with great zeal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a series of tweets. (Photo: File | ANI)

PM Modi congratulates first CDS Bipin Rawat calls him 'outstanding officer'

On Tuesday, General Bipin Rawat received the guard of honour from all the three forces after demitting office as Army chief.

01 Jan 2020 3:22 PM

"With great regret and fullest of responsibility may I say that the Govt has started on a very wrong foot with regard to CDS. Time alone unfortunately will reveal the implications of this decision," he said on Twitter. (Photo: File)

'Started on wrong foot': Cong questions General Rawat's role as CDS

Tewari said government has started on a wrong foot on appointment and only time will unfortunately reveal implications.

31 Dec 2019 11:50 AM

During General Rawat's tenure as the Army chief, artillery gun systems M777 American Ultra Light Howitzers and K-9 Vajra, and Sig Sauer assault rifles were inducted in the force. (Photo: ANI)

Will plan strategy, says General Bipin Rawat on new role as first CDS

General Rawat expressed confidence that General Ashok Narawane, who will be stepping in his shoes, will take Army to new heights.

31 Dec 2019 11:45 AM

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