News for 'Former Army Chief'

Abducted In Dubai: Celina Jaitly Fights For Brother

Abducted In Dubai: Celina Jaitly Fights For Brother

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Her brother, Celina Jaitly says, is a fourth-generation soldier, a man who dedicated his youth to the nation's service and received the Chief of Army Staff's Commendation for Gallantry.

Lt Gen Suhag's appointment as next Army chief is final: Jaitley

Lt Gen Suhag's appointment as next Army chief is final: Jaitley

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

The government on Wednesday asserted that the appointment of Lieutenant General Dalbir Singh Suhag as the next Army Chief is final as the Congress raked up a controversy involving minister and former Army chief Gen V K Singh and demanded his resignation.

Ex-army chief V K Singh threatens to 'gherao' Parliament

Ex-army chief V K Singh threatens to 'gherao' Parliament

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Former army chief V K Singh on Friday backed a farmers body's demand for rejection of the Rangarajan Committee report on freeing the sugar sector and threatened to 'gherao' the Parliament next month if it is not met.

Did Tejashwi fail to counter NDA's 'jungle raj' narrative?

Did Tejashwi fail to counter NDA's 'jungle raj' narrative?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Ten years after a dream electoral debut, which saw him become the deputy chief minister at a young age of 25, the heir apparent of party supremo Lalu Prasad finally won, after trailing for several rounds, from Raghopur, a RJD stronghold.

The Kashmiri Ex-Militants Who Joined The Army

The Kashmiri Ex-Militants Who Joined The Army

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

'The Indian Army won't induct anyone who has killed Indian soldiers.' 'That's why the army respects these reformed men so much -- they're on the frontline now, protecting India.'

Amarinder ticks off Sidhu for hugging Pak army chief

Amarinder ticks off Sidhu for hugging Pak army chief

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Sidhu, who returned from Pakistan on Sunday, was the only Indian, who attended Khan's swearing-in ceremony.

Raheel Sharif to succeed Kayani as Pak's new army chief

Raheel Sharif to succeed Kayani as Pak's new army chief

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Ending weeks of speculation, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday appointed Lt Gen Raheel Sharif as Pakistan's new army chief and Lt Gen Rashid Mehmood as the chairman joint chiefs of staff committee.

Pak's 27th Amendment seeks to clip SC powers, triggers protest calls

Pak's 27th Amendment seeks to clip SC powers, triggers protest calls

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

It also aims to reduce the powers of the Supreme Court, with some authorities shifted to the proposed Constitutional Court, and immunity to the president from criminal proceedings for life.

Army chief was BIASED, vindictive: Sukna scam convict

Army chief was BIASED, vindictive: Sukna scam convict

Rediff.com29 May 2012

In an interview with CNN-IBN, Lieutenant General Prakash claimed that the Army chief had ensured that he was punished in spite of being not guilty.

Lt Gen Dalbir Suhag to be next Army Chief

Lt Gen Dalbir Suhag to be next Army Chief

Rediff.com13 May 2014

Lt Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag will be the next Army Chief succeeding Gen Bikram Singh as the government on Tuesday appointed him to the top post, ignoring protests from Bharatiya Janata Party.

Pakistan staring at another military coup?

Pakistan staring at another military coup?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Speculation swirls in Pakistan regarding potential changes in the political landscape, fueled by rumors of the army chief's possible presidential aspirations and discussions between top civilian and military leaders.

Another close aide of ex-Army chief Gen V K Singh shifted

Another close aide of ex-Army chief Gen V K Singh shifted

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

After the Director General of Military Operations, Delhi Area Commander Lt Gen V K Pillai, another close aide of former Army Chief Gen V K Singh, is to be moved out from the capital by the Army Headquarters.

17 Girl Cadets Make Military History

17 Girl Cadets Make Military History

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'I was preparing for JEE, NDA came as a blessing.'

China got first 'jhatka' during Galwan: Ex-Army chief Gen Naravane

China got first 'jhatka' during Galwan: Ex-Army chief Gen Naravane

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Gen Naravane said that the Indian Army did not hide casualties during Galwan clash in eastern Ladakh as the Chinse have done.

IAF to finally retire MiG-21 fighter jets after 60 yrs

IAF to finally retire MiG-21 fighter jets after 60 yrs

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The Indian Air Force is set to retire its fleet of MiG-21 fighter jets at a decommissioning event in Chandigarh. The event will mark the end of an era for the aircraft that has been a key part of the IAF's combat fleet for over six decades.

Rahul ticks off Dikshit for his goon remark against army chief

Rahul ticks off Dikshit for his goon remark against army chief

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The Congress vice president said the Indian Army works for the country and there was no need for any political leader to make comments against the army chief.

In a veiled attack, Imran Khan blames Pak Army chief for his ouster

In a veiled attack, Imran Khan blames Pak Army chief for his ouster

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Khan, in the same breath, praised the Army, saying "Pakistan needs the Armed forces more than Imran Khan."

Army chief meets slain rifleman Aurangzeb's family

Army chief meets slain rifleman Aurangzeb's family

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

Rawat conveyed to the family that forces stood with them in their hour of grief.

What to expect from Pakistan's new army chief

What to expect from Pakistan's new army chief

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

General Bajwa, who commanded the 10 Corps that looks after Pakistan's border with India, is unlikely to change his army's and nation's policy on Kashmir,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Pak Army chief Gen Bajwa gets 3-year extension

Pak Army chief Gen Bajwa gets 3-year extension

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

'The decision has been taken in view of the regional security environment.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

Will Pakistan's army chief stay on?

Will Pakistan's army chief stay on?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

'Already, there is talk of a possible extension for Raheel Sharif in the context of his perceived sterling, but incomplete work in the war against terror, as also the cleansing of crime and extortion networks in Karachi,' says Rana Banerji.

Ex-army chief V K Singh slams Ilmi for remarks on age row

Ex-army chief V K Singh slams Ilmi for remarks on age row

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Accusing Aam Aadmi Party rival Shazia Ilmi of making "irresponsible" statements on his age issue and that he had written an article lauding Arvind Kejriwal, BJP candidate V K Singh urged the Election Commission to take action against these "hit-and- run tactics".

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

Why Is The US So Fond Of Asim Munir?

Why Is The US So Fond Of Asim Munir?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sections in the US State Department and Pentagon have always felt more comfortable dealing with all powerful Pakistani generals instead of elected civilians, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

'Pakistan Wants To Cover Up Its Defeat'

'Pakistan Wants To Cover Up Its Defeat'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'Munir is clearly insecure and hence he needs the prop of a field marshal.'

Former army and ISI chiefs embroiled in allegation war

Former army and ISI chiefs embroiled in allegation war

Rediff.com18 May 2012

The ongoing war of words between a former Pakistani chief of army staff general and a former ISI chief, trading allegations and counter allegations in the supreme court and blaming each other for payment of millions of rupees among anti-Pakistan People's Party politicians to influence the results of the 1990 general elections, has abundantly made it clear how Pakistan's powerful military and intelligence establishment has been manipulating domestic politics for decades now.

20 passengers burnt alive as Rajasthan bus catches fire

20 passengers burnt alive as Rajasthan bus catches fire

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Twenty passengers were burnt alive and 16 were critically injured when a private bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire on Tuesday, police said.

Army chief Bikram Singh to begin rare China visit on Wednesday

Army chief Bikram Singh to begin rare China visit on Wednesday

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Operationalisation of a new border defence agreement to deal with recurring troop incursions along the LAC besides improving defence ties, is expected to top the agenda of General Bikram Singh as he starts a rare visit by an Indian army chief to China from Wednesday.

Why is Pak army chief delaying appointments?

Why is Pak army chief delaying appointments?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

'Given the past practice in the Pakistan army, this delay is most unusual,' notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Why Pak army chief is talking about peace...

Why Pak army chief is talking about peace...

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

'The picture only looks worse from where Bajwa sits.' 'He sees a domineering India to the east, an unravelling Afghanistan and a complex Iran to the west, an overbearing China on the north and a US which is no longer an ally,' observes Shekhar Gupta.

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

China's ruling Communist Party is holding its annual leadership conclave to discuss the new five-year plan, the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff war, and the ongoing anti-corruption crackdown in the military.

Sidhu faces Opposition's ire for hugging Pak Army chief

Sidhu faces Opposition's ire for hugging Pak Army chief

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

At Imran's oath-taking ceremony, Sidhu was seated next to Masood Khan, the president of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir.

Bangladesh's interim govt chief Yunus likely to resign

Bangladesh's interim govt chief Yunus likely to resign

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Bangladesh's interim government chief Professor Muhammad Yunus is considering resigning after political parties failed to reach a common ground, according to the National Citizen Party (NCP) chief. Yunus, appointed after a student-led uprising toppled the previous government, expressed concerns about his ability to function in the current political climate.

Why Sharif picked Gen Bajwa as Pakistan army chief

Why Sharif picked Gen Bajwa as Pakistan army chief

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

General Qamar Bajwa, his colleagues say, is a firm opponent of extremism and terrorism. He may prove even more forceful in the fight against terrorism than his predecessor, who is credited with launching Operation Zarb-i-Azb, which helped lower the frequency of terrorist attacks.

Adarsh scam has shamed force: Army chief

Adarsh scam has shamed force: Army chief

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

Indian Army Chief General V K Singh on Thursday said allegations against top military officers including some former services chiefs in the Adarsh housing society scam in Mumbai has "shamed" his force and its image taken a "beating".

Threat only 'abated', not gone away: Army chief on LAC disengagement

Threat only 'abated', not gone away: Army chief on LAC disengagement

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The Army Chief replied in the affirmative when asked by the moderator whether he concurs with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks after the border standoff that the Chinese have not come into control of Indian territory.

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

10 Heroes of the 1965 War which ended on September 23 60 years ago.

Kashmir 'unfinished agenda of partition,' says Pak army chief

Kashmir 'unfinished agenda of partition,' says Pak army chief

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

In one his strongest remarks on Kashmir, Pakistan Army Chief General Raheel Sharif on Wednesday said it is an "unfinished agenda" of the partition in 1947 and Pakistan and Kashmir are "inseparable".

Defamation case against army chief transferred again

Defamation case against army chief transferred again

Rediff.com7 May 2012

The defamation case against Army Chief General V K Singh was on Monday transferred to a different court after the one, hearing it earlier, refused to proceed with it due to the loss of confidence of petitioner and former Lt Gen Tejinder Singh's counsel in it.