News for 'Indian Army'

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

How Operation Sindoor Changed Security Doctrine

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Some success has been achieved in raising the costs of terrorism for Pakistan.'

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

U-19 Asia Cup: Spotlight on India-Pakistan handshake call

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Both Suryavanshi and skipper Mhatre are coming into the tournament following a great run of form in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

'When We Come Together, We Can Move Mountains'

'When We Come Together, We Can Move Mountains'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

'I want to show bearded men actually caring and loving for their sons or a woman from Pakistan in a position of power. How radical is that?'

Suryakumar inaugurates private cricket stadium in Goa

Suryakumar inaugurates private cricket stadium in Goa

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Sawant congratulated the Indian team for winning the Asia Cup and also congratulated Yadav for giving the winning amount to the Indian Army.

Indian Army Major scales Mt Everest. Twice!

Indian Army Major scales Mt Everest. Twice!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Most scale it once in a lifetime. Major Ranveer Singh Jamwal summited the Everest two times over in one year.

Lessons from Operation Sindoor: Defence budget up by 15%

Lessons from Operation Sindoor: Defence budget up by 15%

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

In 2025-26, the government allocated Rs 6,81,210 crore for defence budget.

Encounter in Kulgam: 2 terrorists killed, 3 soldiers injured

Encounter in Kulgam: 2 terrorists killed, 3 soldiers injured

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Two unidentified terrorists were killed and three soldiers injured in an encounter in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said in Srinagar.

IAF And Army To The Pilgrims' Rescue!

IAF And Army To The Pilgrims' Rescue!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

The Indian Army and Indian Air Force rescued pilgrims from landslide-affected areas of Sonprayag on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, and from Kedarnath Dham on Monday, August 5, 2024 respectively.

Grip and choke: Rahul Gandhi on why he used Jiu-Jitsu terms to attack Modi

Grip and choke: Rahul Gandhi on why he used Jiu-Jitsu terms to attack Modi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

'In my experience of politics, I have seen political grips and political chokes are mostly hidden. The average person cannot see them,' Rahul Gandhi said.

Indian Army to DNA profile its soldiers

Indian Army to DNA profile its soldiers

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

The Indian Army soldiers will have their DNA profile stored in a data bank under a project launched by the Armed Forces Medical Services that will facilitate identification of bodies during any operation, attack or mishap.

Indian Army strikes back, destroys Pakistani posts along LoC

Indian Army strikes back, destroys Pakistani posts along LoC

Rediff.com23 May 2017

A top army official said on Tuesday that the assaults were carried out recently as Pakistani posts were supporting infiltration inside India.

Eliminated 9 high-value terrorist targets in Pak: COAS

Eliminated 9 high-value terrorist targets in Pak: COAS

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Indian army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said that the surgical strikes carried out during Operation Sindoor were a clear message to Pakistan that supporters of terrorism will not be spared.

'Pak may attempt Pahalgam-type attacks again'

'Pak may attempt Pahalgam-type attacks again'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'Pakistan does not have the capacity to fight a war with us. They do not want to fight a war. It does mischief as per its policy of 'bleed India through a thousand cuts'

Israel to upgrade Indian army rockets

Israel to upgrade Indian army rockets

Rediff.com21 Dec 2004

The deal was signed recently and involved upgradation of Russian-made rockets with Israeli technology to improve their precision and range.

Will move privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi: Rijiju

Will move privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi: Rijiju

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Rijiju, however, did not specify when and who will give notice for privilege motion against Gandhi. It is believed that someone from treasury benches in the Lok Sabha will do so.

I am fortunate to be part of Indian Army: Dhoni

I am fortunate to be part of Indian Army: Dhoni

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Indian cricket team captain and goodwill ambassador of the Indian army, Mahendra Singh Dhoni reached Ladakh as a part of his two-day tour and inaugurated a newly-constructed army ground in Leh.

'Nuclear sabre-rattling': India's strong reply to Pak army chief's threats

'Nuclear sabre-rattling': India's strong reply to Pak army chief's threats

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

There is a real danger of nuclear weapons falling in the hands of non state actors in Pakistan, they said adding his remarks are a symptom that democracy does not exist in that country.

China used May conflict as 'live lab' to back Pak: Army deputy chief

China used May conflict as 'live lab' to back Pak: Army deputy chief

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'An important consideration was that we should always be at the top of the escalation ladder. When we reach a military objective, we should try and put a stop to it'

Indian Army fully geared for full-fledged war in Ladakh

Indian Army fully geared for full-fledged war in Ladakh

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

In a statement, it said compared to physically and psychologically battle-hardened Indian troops, Chinese troops mostly are from urban areas and not used to hardships or prolonged deployment under field conditions.

Indian Army eyes non-stop hang gliding word record

Indian Army eyes non-stop hang gliding word record

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

In a bid to set a world record, an artillery team of the Indian Army will undertake an adventurous hang gliding expedition to cover a distance of 350 kms non-stop from Bikaner to Sanderao in Rajasthan.

Will join Army to fight Pak terrorists: Pahalgam victim's 9-year-old son

Will join Army to fight Pak terrorists: Pahalgam victim's 9-year-old son

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Nine-year-old Tanuj Kumar Satpathy, who lost his father in the Pahalgam terror attack, says he wants to join the Indian Army and confront Pakistani terrorists. Tanuj's father, Prashant Satpathy, was among the 26 people killed in the attack on April 22. Tanuj says he will tell PM Narendra Modi to ensure that no child becomes fatherless like him. He recounted how he took care of his mother after the incident, saying that he was the only help for her when the tragedy struck.

HC asks Centre to help Celina communicate with brother

HC asks Centre to help Celina communicate with brother

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

The Delhi high court has directed the Centre to facilitate communication between actress Celina Jaitly and her brother, a former army officer detained in the UAE. The court is addressing a plea by Jaitly seeking legal representation for her brother, who has been detained since September of last year.

Army sniffer dog Phantom killed protecting troops in Jammu encounter

Army sniffer dog Phantom killed protecting troops in Jammu encounter

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

It sustained fatal bullet injuries on Monday while attempting to protect the troops from the terrorist assault.

How Neeraj Chopra Balances Long Locks, Army

How Neeraj Chopra Balances Long Locks, Army

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Neeraj Chopra, who holds the rank of Subedar Major in the Indian Army, admits that his long hair often raises eyebrows when he dons the uniform.

Akash missiles key to neutralising Pak drones

Akash missiles key to neutralising Pak drones

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Indian Army in the intervening night of May 8 and May 9 successfully repelled and responded to multiple drone attacks by Pakistan along the western border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

4 soldiers killed as Army vehicle falls into gorge in J-K

4 soldiers killed as Army vehicle falls into gorge in J-K

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

An Army vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a gorge near SK Payen in the north Kashmir district, they said.

Theatre Commands Will Target China, Pakistan

Theatre Commands Will Target China, Pakistan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

The final contours of the theaterisation process could involve the establishment of two integrated theatre commands to counter Pakistan and China, along with a third maritime theatre command.

Army unveils comprehensive roadmap for 2036 Olympics

Army unveils comprehensive roadmap for 2036 Olympics

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The conclave drew valuable insights from former athletes and Olympians, including celebrated ones such as Anju Bobby George, Mary Kom, and Tarundeep Rai, all of whom shared their personal experiences and perspectives on what it takes to excel at the highest levels of sports.

Two-front threat a reality, says Army chief

Two-front threat a reality, says Army chief

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

The General said it was "too early" to take a call on the role of Bangladesh, where a change in government may bring about a change in the relationship between it and India.

Bad weather forces Rajnath to address Army brass from Bengal

Bad weather forces Rajnath to address Army brass from Bengal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday praised the Indian Army as one of the most trusted and inspiring organisations in the country, highlighting its significant role in safeguarding borders, combating terrorism and assisting civil administration in times of need.

Bengaluru woman urged Pak Army chief to 'invade' India

Bengaluru woman urged Pak Army chief to 'invade' India

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

A woman arrested for allegedly promoting Al-Qaeda's agenda had appealed to Pakistan's Army chief to invade India to unify Muslim lands under Project Khilafat, officials said.

Ex-Army Men Seek To Maintain Vijay Stambh

Ex-Army Men Seek To Maintain Vijay Stambh

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Mahars have a historical connection with this victory pillar.

Can Om Birla Be Removed As Speaker?

Can Om Birla Be Removed As Speaker?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

'Even if it is defeated and the Speaker remains, the Opposition parties that have lost faith in his impartiality will continue to have that feeling.' 'If the Speaker reflects on this and tries to be more neutral, more impartial, more objective in his conduct -- then one can say the resolution had a salutary effect. That would be the best outcome.'

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

When missiles fly in this region, they are never just aimed at military targets.

Pak army giving 'artillery cover' to armed intruders: Indian Army

Pak army giving 'artillery cover' to armed intruders: Indian Army

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

38 militants killed, 22 infiltration bids foiled along LoC in 2017, says Army.

Modi sold off farmers' blood and sweat: Rahul on US deal

Modi sold off farmers' blood and sweat: Rahul on US deal

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi buckled under United States pressure to finalise a trade deal and 'sold off' the hard work of Indian farmers through the agreement.

ISI mole in Indian Army jailed for 3 years

ISI mole in Indian Army jailed for 3 years

Rediff.com16 May 2011

"The accused is convicted under section 120-B of the IPC for entering into criminal conspiracy with one Pramod who was working as an ISI agent to indulge in espionage activities to transmit sensitive and secret information regarding Indian Army to the enemy country (Pakistan)," District Judge O P Gupta said, holding Army Signal Man Ritesh Kumar Vishwakarma, guilty of indulging in espionage activities.

Border 2 Review: Overdramatic But Watchable!

Border 2 Review: Overdramatic But Watchable!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Because it treats soldiers as human, and concentrates on their emotions as much as their bravery, Border 2, probably without meaning to, speaks out against war, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Indo-US deal 'wholesale surrender': Rahul vs govt in LS

Indo-US deal 'wholesale surrender': Rahul vs govt in LS

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Rahul Gandhi said that had an INDIA Bloc government negotiated the trade agreement with the US, it would have told US President Donald Trump that he should treat India as an equal.

Does Trump Know? India, US Unite For Military Drills

Does Trump Know? India, US Unite For Military Drills

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'When our soldiers trained side by side, we demonstrated to the world that our partnership is strong, enduring and prepared to meet any challenge.'