News for 'Northern Command'

Russia to withdraw troops from Ukraine's Kherson

Russia to withdraw troops from Ukraine's Kherson

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Notably, Ukrainian forces disabling bridges across the Dnipro river and attacking Russian supply lines made it very difficult for Russia to defend the occupied territory.

Pulwama attack: Third terrorist killed, counter ops end

Pulwama attack: Third terrorist killed, counter ops end

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

The bodies of two terrorists had been recovered on Sunday.

1 terrorist killed as Rajnath visits J-K's Rajouri

1 terrorist killed as Rajnath visits J-K's Rajouri

Rediff.com6 May 2023

A terrorist was killed and another was most likely injured on Saturday in an ongoing operation in the densely forested area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir, Army said.

'Worrisome' that military is being used for politics: Lt Gen Hooda

'Worrisome' that military is being used for politics: Lt Gen Hooda

Rediff.com16 May 2019

" ...the military (is) being increasingly drawn into the political discourse, it's being used to win political arguments"

Pak appoints former top spy Lt Gen Asim Munir as new Army chief

Pak appoints former top spy Lt Gen Asim Munir as new Army chief

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday chose Lt Gen Asim Munir as the new Army chief to replace incumbent General Qamar Javed Bajwa.

Can Vijay Succeed Where Rajini Couldn't?

Can Vijay Succeed Where Rajini Couldn't?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Will Vijay will go the most successful MGR/Jayalalithaa way, or that of Vijayakanth, Seeman or Kamalahaasan, or will he end up as another Rajinikanth who cries wolf at the last minute and quits the scene even before it all had really begun, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Does Aishwarya Look WICKED?

Does Aishwarya Look WICKED?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

The star has a double role in PS-1 -- she plays Mandakini Devi, the mother, and Nandini, the daughter.

41 Meiteis reach Assam from Mizoram after threat over Manipur video

41 Meiteis reach Assam from Mizoram after threat over Manipur video

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

The government's assurance came amid reports of Meiteis fleeing the state following an 'advisory' by an ex-militant's association of Mizoram asking them to leave due to tension triggered by the viral video of two women being paraded naked by a mob in Manipur.

'Need caution about appointing retired officer as CDS'

'Need caution about appointing retired officer as CDS'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

'It conveys the impression that there is not enough talent available among the serving officers.' 'That does not reflect well on the professionalism of officer corps.'

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Govt to soon submit list of CDS probables to Rajnath

Govt to soon submit list of CDS probables to Rajnath

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

The government has started the process to appoint the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and a list of names based on recommendations from the three services will soon be submitted to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for approval, officials said on Friday.

A General Retires

A General Retires

Rediff.com1 May 2022

'General Naravane was a soldier's soldier,' the defence ministry said.

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'In the 1971 War my battalion suffered 4 casualties after fighting for 14 days.' 'In Operation Blue Star, I lost 19 men in just one hour.'

India, China military talks end after 15 hours

India, China military talks end after 15 hours

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Multiple rounds of talks have failed to yield any significant result in defusing border tensions. The last round of Corps Commander-level talks between both countries were held on November 6, 2020 in Chushul in Eastern Ladakh.

Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps of Army gets new head

Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps of Army gets new head

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Lieutenant General P G K Menon on Tuesday took over command of Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army, a Defence spokesperson said in Srinagar.

Amid China tension, IAF chief visits forward areas in Eastern Ladakh

Amid China tension, IAF chief visits forward areas in Eastern Ladakh

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

Amid tensions over build-up by the Chinese across the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh and reluctance to resolve remaining issues between the two countries, Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari is visiting forward areas in Ladakh to review the operational preparedness of troops deployed there.

Tension eases as China concludes 3-day military drills 'encircling' Taiwan

Tension eases as China concludes 3-day military drills 'encircling' Taiwan

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The eastern theatre command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army successfully completed all tasks of its combat readiness patrols and exercises around Taiwan Island, official media in Beijing reported.

Army sets out to shop for drone detection system, issues request for info

Army sets out to shop for drone detection system, issues request for info

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

The Indian Army on Tuesday issued a request for information for procuring integrated drone detection systems.

Russia withdraws troops from annexed Ukrainian city

Russia withdraws troops from annexed Ukrainian city

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

On Friday, Putin formally announced the annexation of four regions -- Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhia -- and claimed that "this is the will of millions of people".

Why young army officers in Uri camp are fuming

Why young army officers in Uri camp are fuming

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Young soldiers blame commanders of for the debacle at the Uri army camp. Ajai Shukla reports

Samba attack: Omar stresses need to strengthen security measures

Samba attack: Omar stresses need to strengthen security measures

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday reviewed the functioning of security grid at a high level meeting in winter capital Jammu following the twin militant attacks on Thursday that left four army personnel including a lieutenant colonel, four cops and two civilians dead.

Amit Shah reviews J-K security situation post-Rajouri twin attacks

Amit Shah reviews J-K security situation post-Rajouri twin attacks

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Shah is scheduled to meet the families of twin terror attack victims in Rajouri district, officials said.

Disengagement, de-escalation way forward to settle Ladakh issue: Rajnath

Disengagement, de-escalation way forward to settle Ladakh issue: Rajnath

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Singh also said that Indian troops are standing firm braving extreme weather and hostile forces to defend the country's territorial integrity.

'Violence won't end till people say let's stop it'

'Violence won't end till people say let's stop it'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Unfortunately, there is no movement towards peace in Manipur.'

Sports Shorts: Froome out, Nibali in command after Tour mayhem

Sports Shorts: Froome out, Nibali in command after Tour mayhem

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Chaos and carnage rained down on the Tour de France on Wednesday as defending champion Chris Froome crashed out of the race on stage five and Italian Vincenzo Nibali seized control.

The General in charge of the surgical strikes

The General in charge of the surgical strikes

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

'When there are two hostile armies operating in close proximity, moral ascendancy is very important -- and that is something, I think, we achieved.' 'What is important is the will and determination of a country.' 'That you are willing to do something about terror that is coming from across the border and that is the message that was sent out.'

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.

To join the army and kill militants was Captain Tushar's childhood dream

To join the army and kill militants was Captain Tushar's childhood dream

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Family, friends and the army pay their respects to Captain Tushar Mahajan who laid down his life during the encounter in Pampore.

'Surgical strikes more suitable in PoK than war'

'Surgical strikes more suitable in PoK than war'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

'An all-out war affects the whole nation.'

IUML leader's participation in RSS event kicks up row in Kerala

IUML leader's participation in RSS event kicks up row in Kerala

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

The IUML leadership viewed the actions of Khader, a two-time legislator, as serious despite his explanation that it was not a meeting of the RSS, but only a cultural event.

Sangakkara puts Sri Lanka in command

Sangakkara puts Sri Lanka in command

Rediff.com27 Jun 2004

Chasing 187 to win, Sri Lanka were six for one in their second innings after the penultimate day of the four-day match against the Northern Territory.

'Chiefs allowed Doval to dictate terms and micro manage'

'Chiefs allowed Doval to dictate terms and micro manage'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

'The ISI is bound to exploit narcoterrorism.'

'We cannot allow China to swallow our territory'

'We cannot allow China to swallow our territory'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'We have to be prepared on the borders to withstand Chinese expansionist designs.'

Is Putin Really A Tough Guy?

Is Putin Really A Tough Guy?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The mixed narratives emerging from Russia undermine Mr Putin's position and authority even more than the actual facts, observes Mihir S Sharma.

What Will China Attack First?

What Will China Attack First?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

In all likelihood, the next conventional Chinese attack on India would be preceded by a massive cyber attack designed to cripple Indian networks and interfere with our disaster-relief programmes.

Search to begin for next CDS, Gen Naravane frontrunner

Search to begin for next CDS, Gen Naravane frontrunner

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

The government is set to begin the process soon to appoint the next Chief of Defence Staff with Army Chief Gen MM Naravane emerging as the front-runner for the top post that fell vacant following the demise of Gen Bipin Rawat in a helicopter crash.

Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten

Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

The Tamil film industry won't forget Vijayakanth's large-heartedness, how he took care of fellow industry persons, male or female, rich or poor, young or old...recalls N Sathiya Moorthy. How he sent money quietly for the family of a stunt artiste to meet his funeral expenses, how he always ensured that all female co-stars, including junior artistes, had secure accommodation on outdoor shoots, and how he would always the first to rush help if anyone from the fraternity was in distress.

In a first, Ladakh civilians get bravery award from Army

In a first, Ladakh civilians get bravery award from Army

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

For the first time, three civilians from Ladakh region, including a porter in Siachin, who saved two soldiers buried in an avalanche, have been honoured by Army with special award for their exemplary courage and devotion to duty.

Mission possible: A daring search and destroy op

Mission possible: A daring search and destroy op

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Indian and American troops have been flexing muscles at Ranikhet and Chaubattia in Uttarakhand during the ongoing fourteen day-long joint exercise codenamed Yudh Abhyas.

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

as journalists active in Pakistani media have been quick to point out, with Ghafoor at the helm in Balochistan, no one will take seriously any claims by the civilian leadership to use the velvet glove to work for peace there, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.He did not hesitate to pejorate developments in India at the slightest opportunity, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.