News for 'Gen V K Singh'

Take a bow Gen Next designers

Take a bow Gen Next designers

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Six young designers showcased their impressive collections to a packed audience

Southern command felicitates Neeraj Chopra

Southern command felicitates Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

According to the defence PRO, the visit of the defence minister and the felicitation ceremony at the ASI is likely to take place on August 27.

J-K cops to get firepower boost with induction of corner shot weapon system

J-K cops to get firepower boost with induction of corner shot weapon system

Rediff.com9 May 2022

It facilitates shooting around corners and over the top of walls, without exposing the person using the pistol, they said.

ISRO's LVM3 successfully injects 36 satellites into orbits

ISRO's LVM3 successfully injects 36 satellites into orbits

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

The ISRO on Sunday scripted yet another history after its LVM3 rocket successfully placed 36 satellites of United Kingdom-based OneWeb group company into intended orbits.

How India's military strength grew in 2022

How India's military strength grew in 2022

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

The Indian troops guarding the nearly 3,500-km Line of Actual Control (LAC) maintained an assertive approach in sync with the broader national security doctrine and procured a variety of military platforms and weapons to enhance their combat capabilities.

Don't test our patience: Army chief's tough message to China

Don't test our patience: Army chief's tough message to China

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Gen Naravane said a "befitting response" was given to the "conspiracy" to make unilateral changes on the border and that the sacrifice of the Galwan heroes in eastern Ladakh will not go waste.

Army chief visits forward areas along Pak border

Army chief visits forward areas along Pak border

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

He visited areas falling under the operational command of the Rising Star Corps, including Kathua, Samba, Jammu and Pathankot, to review the security situation.

India to join elite club with commissioning of INS Vikrant on Sept 3

India to join elite club with commissioning of INS Vikrant on Sept 3

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

The commissioning of the indigenously-built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant will contribute in ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region, Vice Chief of Indian Navy Vice Admiral S N Ghormade said on Thursday.

3 IAF officers sacked for BrahMos misfire into Pak

3 IAF officers sacked for BrahMos misfire into Pak

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

"These three officers have primarily been held responsible for the incident. Their services have been terminated by the central government with immediate effect. Termination orders have been served upon the officers on August 23," it said.

Over 1,200 Indians to reach home in 6 flights from Romania: Scindia

Over 1,200 Indians to reach home in 6 flights from Romania: Scindia

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Scindia said on Twitter the Romanian prime minister has assured his continued support to Indian students crossing the Romanian borders.

All 10 soldiers hit by Siachen avalanche confirmed dead

All 10 soldiers hit by Siachen avalanche confirmed dead

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

PM, Parrikar, Rahul condole loss of lives.

IAF crash: Village gets ready to bid farewell to Squadron Leader

IAF crash: Village gets ready to bid farewell to Squadron Leader

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Singh's last rites will be conducted at the Mahatma Gandhi Government School ground in his Ghardana Khurd village and thousands are expected to gather to bid him farewell.

Women power@LFW: Has India found its next best thing?

Women power@LFW: Has India found its next best thing?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

For the first time, the GenNext show had an all women batch.

Can't get away by saying statement misinterpreted: Rajnath on VK Singh's remarks

Can't get away by saying statement misinterpreted: Rajnath on VK Singh's remarks

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

The home minister asserted that one could not escape by saying that they had been misquoted and needed to ensure that what they were saying was accurate.

'Pawar can never be dismissed as a has-been'

'Pawar can never be dismissed as a has-been'

Rediff.com4 May 2023

'Many resignation dramas are played out to make others realise one's importance, but Sharad Pawar would not play such petty games.'

India-Vietnam sign logistics pact allowing use of each other's bases

India-Vietnam sign logistics pact allowing use of each other's bases

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

The memorandum of understanding on mutual logistics support is the first such major agreement that Vietnam has signed with any country.

Uri attack probe: Terrorists cut fence, walked 150 meters into army base

Uri attack probe: Terrorists cut fence, walked 150 meters into army base

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

The four intruders were affiliated to the LeT.

Arms lobby using some journalists to target me: VK Singh

Arms lobby using some journalists to target me: VK Singh

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

Union Minister Gen (retd) V K Singh has alleged that an "insidious campaign" is being run against him by a section of media at the behest of the arms lobby that is "working overtime" to subdue him and he has briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding it.

Greaves Mobility joins e-scooter war with Primus prized below Rs 1 lakh

Greaves Mobility joins e-scooter war with Primus prized below Rs 1 lakh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

With its new premium Primus and Ampere NXG, it is targeting buyers seeking a faster and more stylish ride

'We would have gone to war with Pak after Parliament attack, but...'

'We would have gone to war with Pak after Parliament attack, but...'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Union Minister Gen (Retd) V K Singh has said that the Indian Army is capable of executing daring operations to avenge 26/11-like attacks by eliminating offshore criminals but certain "considerations" preventing it from doing so.

Kalam condoles Gen Aurora's death

Kalam condoles Gen Aurora's death

Rediff.com4 May 2005

Rajnath holds talks with Chinese defence minister in Moscow

Rajnath holds talks with Chinese defence minister in Moscow

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

It is the first highest level face-to-face meeting between the two sides after the border row escalated in eastern Ladakh in early May.

Army Chief's 3-day Nepal visit begins today

Army Chief's 3-day Nepal visit begins today

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Gen Naravane's visit to Nepal from November 4-6 is largely aimed at resetting bilateral ties that came under severe strain following a bitter border row between the two countries.

Rajnath begins visit to Ladakh amid stalemate in China talks

Rajnath begins visit to Ladakh amid stalemate in China talks

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

The dedication of Indian soldiers and veterans towards the country is an 'exemplary example', Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday soon after arriving in Ladakh on a three-day visit aimed at taking stock of India's military preparedness in the region in the face of a prolonged border row with China.

Singh, Sharif talks could revive composite dialogue: Pak

Singh, Sharif talks could revive composite dialogue: Pak

Rediff.com18 Sep 2013

Pakistan on Tuesday said a meeting between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh would be useful to revive composite dialogue and fast track bilateral issues but made it clear that it is not expecting any major breakthrough.

Attack on Gen Brar: Amarinder slams CM's silence

Attack on Gen Brar: Amarinder slams CM's silence

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

The "silence" of Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal on the attack on Lieutenant General (retired) Kuldeep Singh Brar is "seditious", Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh alleged on Wednesday. It is shocking that the chief minister has preferred to keep quiet on such a critical issue that is directly related to Punjab, he said.

Sports Shorts: Hockey India recommends Manpreet Singh for Arjuna

Sports Shorts: Hockey India recommends Manpreet Singh for Arjuna

Rediff.com4 May 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

Army Day parade: Drone operations feature for 1st time

Army Day parade: Drone operations feature for 1st time

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Around 75 drones of the Indian Army carried multiple mock operations, including kamikaze attacks, first-aid delivery and parachute payload delivery exercises, at the event.

'It's ok to be mediocre': Grp Cpt Varun told students of his school

'It's ok to be mediocre': Grp Cpt Varun told students of his school

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

He was conferred with the Shaurya Chakra in August for averting a possible mid-air accident after his Tejas light combat aircraft suffered a major technical glitch last year.

Army 'regrets' Nagaland killings, orders probe

Army 'regrets' Nagaland killings, orders probe

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

In a statement, the Army said the cause of the 'unfortunate' loss of lives is being investigated by the Court of Inquiry at the 'highest level' and appropriate action will be taken as per the course of the law.

Army pays tribute to first PVC awardee, Maj Somnath Sharma

Army pays tribute to first PVC awardee, Maj Somnath Sharma

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Army on Wednesday paid tributes to legendary war hero and its first Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Somnath Sharma who laid down his life while fighting tribal invaders from Pakistan in 1947.

Situation along LAC in Ladakh normal since Feb disengagement: Army chief

Situation along LAC in Ladakh normal since Feb disengagement: Army chief

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

The talks between India and China on the border row in eastern Ladakh have helped 'build trust' and the situation in the region has been normal since the disengagement in the Pangong Tso areas in February, Chief of Army Staff General M M Naravane said on Thursday, exuding confidence of resolution of the 'remaining issues'.

Tharoor hits back at BJP: If Musharraf was anathema...

Tharoor hits back at BJP: If Musharraf was anathema...

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Tharoor's remarks came after several BJP leaders accused the Congress of 'Pakistan parasti (worship)' and Union minister Jyoritiraditya Scindia asked if this was part of the 'Haath Se Haath Jodo Abhiyan' with enemies.

Grp Cpt Varun's body taken to Bhopal, last rites on Friday

Grp Cpt Varun's body taken to Bhopal, last rites on Friday

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

After the guard of honour, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, military and other officials paid floral tributes to the decorated air warrior.

Army chief honours Galwan heroes in Ladakh

Army chief honours Galwan heroes in Ladakh

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Gen Naravane awarded Commendation Cards to a number of soldiers who fought valiantly during the recent face-offs with Chinese Army.

Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat Review: What An Exciting Performer Alaya F Is!

Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat Review: What An Exciting Performer Alaya F Is!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Hands down, the winner of Anurag Kashyap's patriarchy and privilege pooh-poohing exercise is Amit Trivedi and Shellee's spirited soundtrack, notes Sukanya Verma.

Army officer cut short his leave to lead Pulwama encounter

Army officer cut short his leave to lead Pulwama encounter

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

'Brigadier Harbir Singh, who is among the injured, was on leave at home. When he realised at midnight that the operation has started, he cut short his leave voluntarily and rejoined'

Army, infiltrators exchange sporadic fire, no fresh casualty

Army, infiltrators exchange sporadic fire, no fresh casualty

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Army personnel and a group of heavily armed terrorists backed by suspected Pakistan Army Special Forces troopers exchanged sporadic fire along the Line of Control in Keran sector of Jammu and Kashmir for the tenth day in Thursday but there was no fresh report any casualty.

Decoding Troy Cooley's mantra of coaching fast bowlers

Decoding Troy Cooley's mantra of coaching fast bowlers

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

The National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru recently had an internship programme where well-known names like Lakshmipathy Balaji, Ranganath Vinay Kumar and Pankaj Singh upgraded their coaching skills under Ashes-winning mentor Troy Cooley.

Situation along LAC 'tense'; troops are prepared: Army Chief

Situation along LAC 'tense'; troops are prepared: Army Chief

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Wrapping up his two-day visit to Ladakh, Gen Naravane said the Indian Army has undertaken precautionary deployment in some areas and that the force is well prepared to safeguard the territorial integrity of the country.