In a landmark achievement for India’s border infrastructure, the final breakthrough of the 13.153-kilometre Zojila Tunnel was accomplished on June 9, 2026, deep beneath the formidable Zojila Pass in the Western Himalayas. At an elevation of approximately 11,578 feet, this engineering marvel is set to become the world’s longest single-tube bi-directional road tunnel at the…
In a powerful demonstration of joint services synergy in India’s fight against terrorism, Lt Commander Suraj Parashar of the Indian Navy’s elite Marine Commandos (MARCOS) has been conferred the Shaurya Chakra for his extraordinary bravery during a high-risk counter-terrorism operation in the Kashmir Valley. The award, approved on the eve of Independence Day 2025 and…
In a significant recognition of India’s contributions to global peacekeeping and the growing role of women in uniform, Major Abhilasha Barak of the Indian Army has been conferred the prestigious 2025 United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. The honour was presented by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, underscoring her exceptional leadership in advancing…
Hazira, Gujarat Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited an impressive defence exhibition at Hazira in Gujarat, spotlighting India’s transformative progress in indigenous defence manufacturing under the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives. The visit underscored the nation’s emergence as a rising global defence player, shifting steadily from a major importer to a credible exporter of…
Mhow, Madhya Pradesh In a compelling demonstration of the Army’s commitment to environmental stewardship, the Army War College (AWC), Mhow, spearheaded a significant tree plantation drive on World Environment Day, aligning seamlessly with the global theme “Inspired by Nature- For Climate, For Our Future.” Under the banner of ‘Dhanwantari Aushadhi Vatika,’ a part of the…
Leh, Ladakh In a powerful demonstration of the Indian Army’s enduring spirit of adventure and operational preparedness, an Army Service Corps (ASC) mountaineering expedition to Mt Kang Yatse-II (approximately 6,250 metres) was flagged off on June 4, 2026. The expedition, aimed at commemorating the 12th ASC Reunion, underscores the force’s commitment to pushing human limits…
A heart-warming marriage proposal by a young Indian Army aviator following his passing-out parade at the Combat Army Aviation Training School (CAATS) in Nashik has ignited a wider debate on military decorum, personal expression, and the amplifying power of social media. The incident occurred on June 2 after Captain Bharat Bhardwaj successfully completed his aviation…
India has received the fourth squadron of the Russian-origin S-400 Triumf air defence system, known in Indian service as “Sudarshan,” marking a significant enhancement of the country’s long-range air defence architecture. The delivery, made under the $5.43 billion India–Russia agreement signed in 2018, comes at a time when New Delhi is accelerating efforts to strengthen…
New Delhi In a swift demonstration of its operational agility and humanitarian commitment, the Indian Air Force (IAF) airlifted a substantial consignment of critical medical supplies to Uganda on June 2, 2026. A C-17 Globemaster-III heavy-lift aircraft departed from New Delhi carrying over 43 tonnes of life-saving material to bolster efforts against the ongoing Ebola…
Devlali, Maharashtra Lt Gen Devendra Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC), visited the School of Artillery on June 2. The high-level visit underscored the Indian Army’s continued emphasis on professional military education, technological integration, and combat readiness within the Regiment of Artillery. LT Gen NS Sarna, Commandant of the School…
