New Delhi: In a significant step towards deepening bilateral defence relations, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, held a video call with General Arai Masayoshi, Chief of Staff of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), on March 25, 2026. The high-level interaction focused on fostering India-Japan defence cooperation,…
Mhow: The Military College of Telecommunication Engineering (MCTE) has been recognised for its outstanding contributions to military technology, receiving the prestigious ‘Digitisation & Automation Excellence Award’ at the Army Training Command (ARTRAC) Investiture Ceremony 2026. The award was presented during the recently concluded ARTRAC Investiture Ceremony 2025-26, held in Shimla. Lt Gen Praveen Bakshi, VSM,…
Mhow: Dr Mayank Sharma, Strategic Communication Adviser to the Ministry of Defence, delivered an insightful address on the critical role of strategic communication in safeguarding national security during the ongoing Strategic Fusion and Convergence Capsule (SFCC-2026) at the Army War College (AWC), Mhow. The session, held as part of the five-day capsule that brings together…
Secunderabad: Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney recently addressed participants of the 21st Higher Defence Management Course (HDMC-21) at the College of Defence Management (CDM) with a compelling lecture on “Bhagavad Gita and Its Relevance to Senior Level Defence Officers.” In his address, the Gen Varshney drew clear and practical parallels between the ancient Indian scripture’s teachings…
Mhow: The last rites of veteran IAF officer Squadron Leader Randhir Singh Yadav (88) were conducted with military honours at the Kodariya Panchayat Mukti Dham in Mhow on Tuesday 24 March. He had passed away on Sunday 22 March. An alumnus of Military School Bangalore and an aeronautical engineer Yadav served in the IAF from 1955…
Mhow: In an age when digital screens often eclipse the power of personal connection, the Combat Library at the Army War College (AWC) in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, offered a refreshing counter-narrative. On a Monday afternoon, the storied institution, renowned for grooming some of the Indian Army’s finest strategic minds, transformed into a living anthology of…
Mhow: Lt Gen Raj Shukla (Retired) delivered a keynote address at the Strategic Fusion & Convergence Capsule (SFCC) 2026, organised by the Army War College (AWC), Mhow, underscoring the strategic imperative of Military-Civil Fusion (MCF) as a vital pillar of India’s national security architecture. The high-level capsule, hosted under the aegis of HQ, Army Training…
On the occasion of its 191st Raising Day, the legacy of the Assam Rifles stands as a testament to endurance, adaptability, and quiet professionalism. Warmly acknowledged by the Indian Air Force in the commemorative poster, the milestone is not merely ceremonial, it invites reflection on the force’s historical evolution and its continuing relevance in India’s…
Bhopal: The Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi visited the Indian Army’s Sudarshan Chakra Corps (XXI Corps) and conducted a detailed review of the formation’s operational preparedness, underscoring the Army’s push towards technology-driven modernisation amid evolving security challenges. According to the official statement issued by the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG…
In a poignant display of military tradition and camaraderie, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian’s Central Command (Surya Command), along with all ranks under his command, has offered a solemn tribute to Captain Prashant Kumar Chaurasia. The 25-year-old officer made the ultimate sacrifice during a routine river crossing exercise, embodying the…
