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"Only 19 Indians Remain In Russian Armed Forces": Centre
Most of the Indian nationals in the Russian armed forces have been discharged and only 19 of them are currently deputed there, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday.
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India, Australia Sign Deal For Air-To-Air Refuelling Of Military Aircraft
Australia and India have signed an arrangement to enable the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and India's armed forces to conduct air-to-air refuelling. This will greatly enhance interoperability between the air forces of the two friendly nations.
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India Cannot Compromise Even On One Inch Of Country's Borders: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India cannot compromise on even an "inch" of land on its borders, adding the people believe in the strength of its armed forces for defending the country.
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Chiefs Of Armed Forces To Celebrate Diwali With Troops In Forward Areas
In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gesture of celebrating Diwali with troops in forward areas, the top defence brass of the country is also celebrating the festival with troops in different locations across the country.
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Book Excerpt | AFSPA, And When Army Enters The Realm Of Governance
There is a difference between rights violations in wartime and peacetime, governed by domestic law and subject to judicial review. This is where the vesting of the armed forces with AFSPA powers is unique in terms of its interface with democracy.
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"War-Like Stores" Recovered From Manipur's Churachandpur In Army, Cops, Paramilitary Joint Ops
The Indian Army and the Manipur Police in a joint operation with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Border Security Force recovered significant quantities of arms, ammunition and "war-like stores" in Churachandpur district.
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Indian Armed Forces Get First Woman Director General Of Medical Service
Lieutenant General Sadhna Saxena Nair has become the first woman to be appointed the Director General of Medical Services.
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Applications Invited From NEET UG Female Qualifiers For Armed Forces Medical Services
Candidates will be shortlisted for admission in Nursing based on NEET (UG) 2024 score, CBT of General Intelligence, General English (TOGIGE).
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24 Indian Armed Forces Personnel At Paris Games, Maiden Participation Of Female Service Athletes
Twenty-four personnel from the armed forces, including ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and two women participants, are among the 117 Indian athletes who are set to test their mettle at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Around 50 Indians Want To End Employment With Russian Armed Forces: Centre
India and Russia are working to ensure early discharge of Indians recruited into the Russian armed forces, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
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Form Of War Rapidly Transforming: Chief Of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan on Thursday said the form of war is transforming rapidly due to technological advancements and the country's armed forces will have to be ready to accept this change.
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Opinion | China Is Revamping Its Military, And India Must Not Take It Lightly
China's growing military prowess has implications for India's defence planning and security posture. Making Indian armed forces fit to fight 21st-century wars should be the topmost priority for any government that takes office in June.
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No 'Shri' To Be Prefixed Before Names Of Coast Guard, Defence Officers: RTI Reply
Amid instances in the recent past where Shri was being used before names of Indian Coast Guard officers instead of their ranks, an RTI reply has explained that only ranks have to be used before names of Indian Coast Guard and defence officers
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China's Rise, Unsettled Borders Major Challenges: Chief Of Defence Staff
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Monday called unsettled borders with China and the rise of China as "the most formidable challenge" that India and Indian armed forces will face in the "foreseeable future."
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3 Women Officers Represent India At World Defence Show In Saudi Arabia
Three women military officials -- Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth, Colonel Ponung Doming and Lt Commander Annu Prakash -- are among the personnel representing India at the World Defence Show in Riyadh.
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"Only 19 Indians Remain In Russian Armed Forces": Centre
Most of the Indian nationals in the Russian armed forces have been discharged and only 19 of them are currently deputed there, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday.
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India, Australia Sign Deal For Air-To-Air Refuelling Of Military Aircraft
Australia and India have signed an arrangement to enable the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and India's armed forces to conduct air-to-air refuelling. This will greatly enhance interoperability between the air forces of the two friendly nations.
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India Cannot Compromise Even On One Inch Of Country's Borders: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India cannot compromise on even an "inch" of land on its borders, adding the people believe in the strength of its armed forces for defending the country.
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Chiefs Of Armed Forces To Celebrate Diwali With Troops In Forward Areas
In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gesture of celebrating Diwali with troops in forward areas, the top defence brass of the country is also celebrating the festival with troops in different locations across the country.
-
Book Excerpt | AFSPA, And When Army Enters The Realm Of Governance
There is a difference between rights violations in wartime and peacetime, governed by domestic law and subject to judicial review. This is where the vesting of the armed forces with AFSPA powers is unique in terms of its interface with democracy.
-
"War-Like Stores" Recovered From Manipur's Churachandpur In Army, Cops, Paramilitary Joint Ops
The Indian Army and the Manipur Police in a joint operation with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Border Security Force recovered significant quantities of arms, ammunition and "war-like stores" in Churachandpur district.
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Indian Armed Forces Get First Woman Director General Of Medical Service
Lieutenant General Sadhna Saxena Nair has become the first woman to be appointed the Director General of Medical Services.
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Applications Invited From NEET UG Female Qualifiers For Armed Forces Medical Services
Candidates will be shortlisted for admission in Nursing based on NEET (UG) 2024 score, CBT of General Intelligence, General English (TOGIGE).
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24 Indian Armed Forces Personnel At Paris Games, Maiden Participation Of Female Service Athletes
Twenty-four personnel from the armed forces, including ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and two women participants, are among the 117 Indian athletes who are set to test their mettle at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Around 50 Indians Want To End Employment With Russian Armed Forces: Centre
India and Russia are working to ensure early discharge of Indians recruited into the Russian armed forces, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
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Form Of War Rapidly Transforming: Chief Of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan on Thursday said the form of war is transforming rapidly due to technological advancements and the country's armed forces will have to be ready to accept this change.
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Opinion | China Is Revamping Its Military, And India Must Not Take It Lightly
China's growing military prowess has implications for India's defence planning and security posture. Making Indian armed forces fit to fight 21st-century wars should be the topmost priority for any government that takes office in June.
-
No 'Shri' To Be Prefixed Before Names Of Coast Guard, Defence Officers: RTI Reply
Amid instances in the recent past where Shri was being used before names of Indian Coast Guard officers instead of their ranks, an RTI reply has explained that only ranks have to be used before names of Indian Coast Guard and defence officers
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China's Rise, Unsettled Borders Major Challenges: Chief Of Defence Staff
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Monday called unsettled borders with China and the rise of China as "the most formidable challenge" that India and Indian armed forces will face in the "foreseeable future."
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3 Women Officers Represent India At World Defence Show In Saudi Arabia
Three women military officials -- Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth, Colonel Ponung Doming and Lt Commander Annu Prakash -- are among the personnel representing India at the World Defence Show in Riyadh.
