Nepali Army Chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel arrived in India on Tuesday for a four-day visit, which will focus on strengthening military ties and exploring new opportunities for defence cooperation. This visit comes just weeks after the official trip of Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi to Nepal. During his stay from December 11 to 14, General Sigdel will meet with senior Indian military officials to discuss areas of mutual interest and collaboration. Upon his arrival in Delhi, he was warmly welcomed by the Indian Army. This visit marks an important step in enhancing the relationship between the two countries' armed forces. Watch video for more.
11 December,2024 12:30 PM IST
DRDO successfully tested another Pinaka Weapon System. DRDO flight tests of Guided Pinaka Weapon System as part of Provisional Staff Qualitative Requirements (PSQR) validation trials. The flight tests have been conducted in three phases at different field firing ranges. PSQR parameters and rate of fire for multiple target engagement in a salvo mode have been also assessed by extensive testing of rockets. Earlier, French Army officer revealed evaluating the Indian Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher systems for their requirements. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh complimented DRDO and the Indian Army for the successful PSQR Validation Trials. He stated that the induction of this Guided Pinaka Weapon System will further boost the artillery firepower of the Armed Forces. The Pinaka MBRL is developed by the DRDO and produced by agencies including Solar Industries, L&T, and Tata. The rocket system which can hit targets at 75 kilometres and beyond with its multiple variants has already been an export success.
15 November,2024 12:00 PM IST
Actor Varun Sood comes from a family of army men, and that was his initial choice of career as well. But MTV happened when he was a teenager, and then showbiz sucked him in. Now that he is much older, he admits he probably didn't have the courage and tenacity an army officer requires. He also talks about focusing on acting now, with shows like Karma Calling and Call Me Bae. He also wants to work in a film directed by Karan Johar. Watch the video for more from this candid conversation with Varun.
14 November,2024 10:28 PM IST
Following an ambush on an Indian Army vehicle in Akhnoor, police report that three terrorists are believed to be hiding in the area. In response, a large-scale manhunt is underway to locate and neutralize them. To enhance counter-terrorism efforts, the Indian Army has deployed its advanced BMP-2 ‘Sarath’ infantry fighting vehicle as part of Operation ‘ASAN’. In the ensuing counter-offensive, one terrorist was eliminated. Army officials confirmed that there were no injuries or casualties, and search operations continue.
29 October,2024 03:17 PM IST
In a bid to counter China’s illegal air surveillance, the Indian Air Force carried out a successful trial to shoot down Chinese spy balloons. During the trial, the target was shot down using an inventory missile at staggering feet of 55,000 feet. Take a look.
07 October,2024 01:15 PM IST
While holiday homes are a dream to many, they are generally seen as difficult dreams to realise by the middle-class segment. When owning a primary home in the expensive metro cities of India like Mumbai and Delhi looks difficult, second homes might seem even more impossible to buy but they surely don’t have to be so. In this episode of Money Matter, Mr. Punit Agarwal - CEO of Nirvana Realty speaks on the affordability of Holiday Homes for the middle-class and things to watch out for while buying a holiday home. Take a look
18 September,2024 05:43 PM IST
In an inadvertent mishap, Indian Army’s Mini UAV drifted towards Pakistan territory on August 23. The drone got diverted towards Pakistan’s Nikial Sector due to a technical glitch, as per Indian Army. Indian Army citing media inputs said that the UAV had been recovered by the Pakistani troops in the area. Meanwhile, a hotline message has been sent to the Pakistan Army to return the said drone. More details will follow.
24 August,2024 07:22 PM IST
Ahead of Independence Day 2024 the Indian Army is on high alert to ensure a peaceful celebration. They are especially focused on the Line of Control near URI, where they are prepared to prevent any enemy intrusions. The Army has deployed advanced surveillance technology at key locations to stop any infiltration attempts. This includes the use of drones, night vision goggles, and modern weapons to keep a constant watch over the borders. The soldiers are fully equipped to handle any threats and are working hard to ensure that the celebrations are safe and secure. With their advanced tools and readiness, the Indian Army is committed to protecting the nation and maintaining peace during this important time.
14 August,2024 12:42 PM IST
On July 27th, Pakistan’s Border Action Team (BAT), who works closely with terrorist organisations, launched a border attack. Pakistani troop’s plot was thwarted at a forward post in Kamkari, Macchal Sector on the Line of Control. In the major operation, the Indian Army gunned down one Pakistani militant as the operation was still in progress. However, five Indian Army personnel have suffered injuries in the ensuing military operation, sources added. Notably, Pakistan’s terror attempt comes a day after India celebrated Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26. On July 26 in Kargil, PM Modi vowed to crush terrorism from its roots and warned ‘Aatank ke Aaka’ during his address.
27 July,2024 04:23 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking from the Kargil War Memorial, criticized the opposition for politicizing the military and the Agniveer scheme. He accused them of using the armed forces for political gain.
26 July,2024 04:30 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
