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India’s ‘Operation Lancer’ secures distressed vessel off Great Nicobar, reinforces maritime vigil in strategic waters

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

Port Blair/New Delhi In a textbook demonstration of rapid response and operational readiness, the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) successfully executed ‘Operation Lancer’ to assist the distressed NUC vessel MV Pyra, averting a potential maritime disaster in India’s strategically vital eastern seaboard. Upon receiving a distress call from the vessel, which had suffered a complete…

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Op Sindoor anniversary marked with Green Initiative at Bihar’s Danapur Cantt, Governor plants sapling

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

In a poignant blend of remembrance and sustainability, Danapur Cantonment commemorated the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor with a unique environmental drive that planted 350 Sindoor saplings, symbolising the enduring spirit of sacrifice, national resolve, and ecological responsibility. Keywords: Operation Sindoor, Danapur Cantt Plantation Drive, Bihar Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain, Indian Army Green…

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Subedar Majors’ Virtual Conclave held at Northern Command: Reinforcing the Backbone of Army and Insight on the Role of SM in a Formation

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

In a significant move underscoring the Indian Army’s emphasis on leadership at every level, Northern Command recently convened its quarterly Subedar Majors’ interaction in virtual mode. The high-level conclave facilitated detailed deliberations on operational, administrative, and training challenges unique to the Command’s demanding environment, which spans some of the world’s most challenging high-altitude and contested…

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Vice Admiral Pradeep Chauhan Highlights India’s Strategic Vision for Indo-Pacific Security

Dr Rajesh Jauhri03 mins

Mhow Vice Admiral Pradeep Chauhan (Retd), AVSM & Bar, VSM, Director General of the National Maritime Foundation, delivered a comprehensive address on ‘Security in the Indo-Pacific Region & India’ at the ongoing Higher Command Course at the Army War College (AWC). His insights offered senior military officers a nuanced understanding of the evolving maritime landscape…

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Japan’s XEC-2 “Platypus” with Terrifying looks enters Operational Testing: A Formidable new player in Electromagnetic Warfare

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

Gifu Air Base, Japan The Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) has taken a significant step forward in bolstering its electronic warfare capabilities with the XEC-2 Stand-Off Jammer aircraft, affectionately yet aptly nicknamed the “Platypus” or “Shin Kamonohashi,” now undergoing operational flight testing. Keywords: XEC-2 Platypus, Japanese electronic warfare aircraft, Kawasaki EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer, JASDF electromagnetic…

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Non-State Actors Reshaping Global Order: Insights from Army War College Lecture

Dr Rajesh Jauhri05 mins

In a significant engagement at one of India’s premier military institutions, Ambassador Rahul Chhabra (Retired), former Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, delivered a thought-provoking address to officers attending the Higher Command Course (HCC) at the Army War College (AWC), Mhow. The session, titled “The Rise of Supranational Organizations, Private Corporations and & Big…

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Indian Air Force Deploys Rafale Jets for ‘Exercise Pitch Black 2026’ in Australia

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

Darwin, Australia The Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent has arrived in Australia’s Northern Territory for ‘Exercise Pitch Black 2026’, one of the Indo-Pacific region’s premier multinational air combat drills. Hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the exercise runs from July 20 to August 7, 2026, across RAAF Bases Darwin, Tindal, and Amberley. It…

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Indian Army and Bharti Airtel Foundation forge deeper partnership to transform education in border regions

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

In a notable demonstration of civil-military collaboration, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Northern Command, and senior representatives from the Bharti Airtel Foundation have launched a major initiative to enhance educational infrastructure in Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. The partnership focuses on the Army Goodwill Schools (AGS), which have long served as beacons…

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COAS General Seth’s Maiden Visit to the North-East: See how important is this visit for the Nation

Dr Rajesh Jauhri04 mins

In a significant early engagement since assuming office on June 30, 2026, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Dhiraj Seth visited the Spear Corps in India’s Northeast. The trip underscores the Indian Army’s commitment to addressing the unique operational challenges of one of the country’s most strategically vital regions. Keywords: General Dhiraj Seth, Spear…

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