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India-US Defence Ties Deepen: Infantry School Mhow Hosts Sniper Expertise Exchange with US Army’s 11th Airborne Division

Dr Rajesh Jauhri06 mins

Mhow: In a notable development underscoring the growing military-to-military cooperation between India and the United States, instructors from the Indian Army’s prestigious Infantry School in Mhow are currently engaged in a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) with snipers from the US Army’s Bobcat Unit (1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment) under the 11th Airborne Division. The…

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Indian Maritime Forces foil poaching attempt near Landfall Island

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

New Delhi: Demonstrating rapid operational readiness and inter-agency coordination, the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) successfully intercepted a suspected poaching vessel near Landfall Island in the northern Andaman Sea, underscoring India’s firm stance on maritime security and resource protection. According to official information released by the ANC, the operation was launched on April 24 following…

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Centre rejects NFU for Armed Forces, Sparking debate over Equity and Morale

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

New Delhi: The Government of India’s decision to deny Non-Functional Upgradation (NFU) to armed forces officers has reignited a long-standing debate over parity between military and civilian services, with senior veterans warning of potential implications for morale and institutional fairness. According to details emerging from official deliberations, an inter-ministerial committee has rejected the extension of…

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Preparing for Multi-Domain Warfare: VCOAS Interacts with HDOC-20 Delegation

Dr Rajesh Jauhri05 mins

New Delhi: In a move that underscores the Indian Army’s sharpening focus on integrated warfare and international defence diplomacy, Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS), held a high-level interaction with participants of the 20th Higher Defence Orientation Course (HDOC-20). The interaction took place during delegation’s ongoing Forward Area and Cultural…

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Honoring Valour and Heritage: AWC’s HDOC-20 Delegation Visits National War Memorial and National Museum

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

New Delhi: In a poignant blend of military tradition and cultural immersion, participants of the 20th Higher Defence Orientation Course (HDOC-20) from the prestigious Army War College (AWC), Mhow, conducted a high-profile visit to the National Capital’s most iconic landmarks this week. The delegation’s itinerary, centred on the National War Memorial and the National Museum,…

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Army Cadet Sejal Kamble Wins Double Silver at ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo

Dr Rajesh Jauhri02 mins

India’s rising shooting talent, Sejal Raju Kamble, has delivered an impressive performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026, securing two silver medals and reinforcing the country’s growing stature in international shooting sports.Representing the Army Marksmanship Unit, the young cadet from the Girls Sports Company showcased exceptional composure and technical precision to finish on the…

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Indian Army Chief inducted into USAWC International Hall of Fame: Prominent Milestone in Indo-US Defence Ties

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

New Delhi: In a ceremony reflecting deepening strategic convergence between New Delhi and Washington, Gen Upendra Dwivedi, India’s Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), was formally inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the United States Army War College (USAWC) on Thursday. The induction marks a rare and prestigious recognition of military leadership, making…

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INS Nireekshak in Colombo for India- Sri Lanka Diving Exercise ‘DIVEX 26’

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

The Indian Navy has deployed its specialised Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel, INS Nireekshak, to Colombo for the fourth edition of the India- Sri Lanka Diving Exercise (DIVEX 26), underscoring the growing depth of maritime cooperation between the two neighbours. INS Nireekshak reached Colombo on April 21 to participate in the bilateral exercise being…

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India hosts specialised counter-IED training for Uzbek Army at Pune

Dr Rajesh Jauhri03 mins

In a significant step toward strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, India recently concluded a specialised training programme for personnel of the Uzbekistan Army at the College of Military Engineering in Pune. The course, conducted from March 27 to April 23, was organised under the framework of the India–Uzbekistan Annual Defence Cooperation Plan and focused on countering…

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Indo- Japan Army staff talks to reinforce strategic convergence in Indo-Pacific

Dr Rajesh Jauhri03 mins

The eighth edition of the India–Japan Army-to-Army Staff Talks (AAST), currently underway in Japan from April 22 to 24, reflects the deepening defence partnership between two key Indo-Pacific democracies. According to a statement shared by Indian Army, the dialogue has focused on strengthening bilateral military cooperation and enhancing interoperability across a range of operational domains….

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