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Vagsheer, the last of 6 submarines under Project 75, launched

Vagsheer, the last of 6 submarines under Project 75, launched

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

The Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders in Mumbai on Wednesday launched INS Vagsheer, the last of the six submarines under Project 75.

16 Arunachal cops train in Mandarin language; ITBP, Himachal cops next in line

16 Arunachal cops train in Mandarin language; ITBP, Himachal cops next in line

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The university is also in the process to impart similar training to personnel of Indo-Tibetan Border Police and Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh police, a varsity official said on Monday.

'Nothing is greater than saving a life'

'Nothing is greater than saving a life'

Rediff.com31 May 2021

'The emotions I saw in the eyes of the survivors when we pulled them out of the sea into our helicopter will remain with me for the rest of my life.'

What you will see at the Republic Day 2023 parade

What you will see at the Republic Day 2023 parade

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The Republic Day parade, which will begin at around 1030 am, will be a unique mix of the country's military prowess and cultural diversity, depicting the country's growing indigenous capabilities, Nari Shakti and emergence of a 'New India'.

Why India Will Like Shigeru Ishiba

Why India Will Like Shigeru Ishiba

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Shigeru Ishiba is expected to prioritise strengthening Japan's military capabilities and fostering deeper international partnerships, particularly with India, with whom Japan shares significant strategic interests, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

Now TN parties want India to stop training Lankan navy

Now TN parties want India to stop training Lankan navy

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

After stepping up attacks on the Union government over India's participation in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Sri Lanka last month, chorus is mounting in Tamil Nadu among opposition parties over the country's offer to train Sri Lankan Naval personnel.

Sindhurakshak tragedy: 5 navy men died due to burns, drowning

Sindhurakshak tragedy: 5 navy men died due to burns, drowning

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

The autopsy conducted on five navy men, whose bodies were extricated from submarine INS Sindhurakshak, has found that they died due to severe burns and drowning, even as divers on Saturday continued search operations for other personnel who were on board.

Why Govt Spends Rs 96,792 Crore On CAPFs

Why Govt Spends Rs 96,792 Crore On CAPFs

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

When the internal security situation spirals out of the control of the provincial law and order machinery, the CAPFs can be called in, providing a security buffer before the Army is deployed.

Will Theaterisation Become Reality?

Will Theaterisation Become Reality?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Once rolled out, theaterisation will be the biggest military reform in the country. It will see the creation of unified theatre commands within the 1.7 million-strong Indian armed forces.

Pak didn't grant 'unimpeded' access to Jadhav: MEA

Pak didn't grant 'unimpeded' access to Jadhav: MEA

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Pakistan claimed that Jadhav had refused to file a review plea on the Pakistani court military court's judgment which awarded the death penalty to the former naval officer on charges of espionage. India said that he had been coerced into doing that.

Why Theaterisation Of Armed Forces Is Important

Why Theaterisation Of Armed Forces Is Important

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

As India progresses towards formulating its own model of theaterisation, the public must get involved in the debate because in the end, it affects the well-being of the entire nation, asserts Biswajit Dasgupta.

Navy, NDRF on standby as cyclone Tauktae set to pass Mumbai coast

Navy, NDRF on standby as cyclone Tauktae set to pass Mumbai coast

Rediff.com17 May 2021

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, warning of very heavy rains at isolated places with strong winds on Monday as the very severe cyclonic storm Tauktae is likely to pass close to the Mumbai coast towards Gujarat.

Modi Knows How To Deal With Dissanayake

Modi Knows How To Deal With Dissanayake

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

For India to view the new Sri Lankan leadership only through the prism of the past or through their narrow view on China, is fraught with possibilities that should be avoided, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pak considering legal options for Jadhav case review

Pak considering legal options for Jadhav case review

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Ghafoor said the reports of the amendment in the Pak Army Act to implement ICJ verdict regarding Jadhav are 'incorrect'.

Rescued Commander Abhilash Tomy brought back to India

Rescued Commander Abhilash Tomy brought back to India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Tomy has now been shifted to INHS Kalyani, the naval hospital of Eastern Naval Command, for observation and medical assistance as required.

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The 75th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path on Friday showcased India's rich cultural diversity, military prowess, and 'Nari Shakti'.

Will grant consular access to Jadhav 'as per our laws': Pak

Will grant consular access to Jadhav 'as per our laws': Pak

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

'Pursuant to the decision of the ICJ, Commander Kulbushan Jadhav has been informed of his rights under Article 36, Paragraph 1(b) of the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations'

Amid hunt for CDS, govt asks tri-services for names of top defence officers

Amid hunt for CDS, govt asks tri-services for names of top defence officers

Rediff.com26 May 2022

At a time when the process to appoint the new chief of defence staff is on, the government has sought the names of senior serving and retired officers from the Army, Navy and Air Force.

India's coming conflict with China in the Indian Ocean

India's coming conflict with China in the Indian Ocean

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

'Despite the current tension at Doklam and the risk of escalation on the Himalayan land frontier, it is the Indian Ocean we need to worry about more,' says Nitin Pai.

Cyclone Tauktae moves into Gujarat, 6 dead in Maharashtra

Cyclone Tauktae moves into Gujarat, 6 dead in Maharashtra

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Tropical storm 'Tauktae' (pronounced as Tau'Te) which had intensified into a very severe cyclonic storm, lies close to the Gujarat coast, the India Meteorological Department said. "The landfall process has started and will continue during next two hours," the IMD said.

Fire on board aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya, no casualties reported

Fire on board aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya, no casualties reported

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

They said all personnel on board the warship were safe.

20 Ways the Indian Military CHANGED

20 Ways the Indian Military CHANGED

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

20 defence ministry reforms 'is a reflection of the resolve of the government to make the defence sector stronger and more efficient.'

Pak prepares to file plea in ICJ in Jadhav case

Pak prepares to file plea in ICJ in Jadhav case

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

The ICJ had asked Pakistan to submit its written response or memorial by December 13 before the court could start further proceedings.

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Although the pact would focus mainly on the Pacific and the South China Sea region, any action designed to deter China with or without New Delhi's active participation is a welcome move, notes Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

'Bharat Serums and Vaccines portfolio can touch Rs 5K cr in 3-4 years'

'Bharat Serums and Vaccines portfolio can touch Rs 5K cr in 3-4 years'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

'Mankind's experience, sharpness, and execution will make it happen. We are not going for short-term gains.'

India, China warships foil pirate attack in Gulf of Aden

India, China warships foil pirate attack in Gulf of Aden

Rediff.com9 Apr 2017

Notwithstanding the strain in ties, the navies of India and China carried out a well coordinated operation to rescue a merchant ship in the Gulf of Aden which was hijacked by Somali pirates on Saturday night.

Big win for India as ICJ stays Jadhav's execution till final order

Big win for India as ICJ stays Jadhav's execution till final order

Rediff.com18 May 2017

The decision of the 11-judge bench was unanimous, ICJ President Ronny Abraham said.

No change in Pak stand on consular access to Jadhav: India

No change in Pak stand on consular access to Jadhav: India

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

India also refutes Pak's claim of visa review for Jadhav's mother.

What's Admiral Hari Kumar Doing In Male?

What's Admiral Hari Kumar Doing In Male?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Three weeks after India handed over a coastal radar system to the Maldives, Admiral Radhakrishnan Hari Kumar, chief of the naval staff, met Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and other senior leaders of the island nation in its capital Male with a focus on further boosting the bilateral defence ties.

Another Young Pilot Is Laid To Rest

Another Young Pilot Is Laid To Rest

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Flight Lieutenant Adivitya Bal, who died along with Wing Commander Mohit Rana when their twin-seater MiG-21 trainer aircraft met with an accident near Barmer in Rajasthan, was laid to rest in Jammu on Saturday.

As INS Rajput retires, China's reality check

As INS Rajput retires, China's reality check

Rediff.com29 May 2021

China has been commissioning three new destroyers every year while India has barely completed one destroyer every 2-3 years.

Sitharaman commissions made in India INS Kiltan

Sitharaman commissions made in India INS Kiltan

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

"INS Kiltan strengthens our defence system and will be a shining armour in our 'Make in India' programme," Sitharaman said.

Craving this for a long time: India's 1st naval woman pilot

Craving this for a long time: India's 1st naval woman pilot

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Sub-Lieutenant Shivangi on Monday became the first naval women pilot as she joined operational duties in Kochi naval base. She will be flying the Dornier surveillance aircraft of the Indian Navy.

Historic: 2 women Army officers to train as combat pilots

Historic: 2 women Army officers to train as combat pilots

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

In a historic move, the Army has selected two women officers to train as combat helicopter pilots for its aviation wing, officials said.

Swaraj trashes report of Tharoor drafting statement on Jadhav

Swaraj trashes report of Tharoor drafting statement on Jadhav

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

"There is no dearth of talent in my ministry. I have the assistance of very able secretaries," she said in a curt tweet.

Pak should immediately release Jadhav: Jaishankar

Pak should immediately release Jadhav: Jaishankar

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

In a major victory for India, the International Court of Justice on Wednesday ruled that Pakistan must review the death sentence for Jadhav.

'I want to command the respect of my men, not demand it'

'I want to command the respect of my men, not demand it'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Anshu Kumar, 21, son of government school teachers from a village in Bihar, won the President's Silver Medal at the NDA. He commanded the grand passing out parade and will go on to join the Indian Navy.

Kirit Somaiya, son booked for misuse of Rs 57 cr funds to save INS Vikrant

Kirit Somaiya, son booked for misuse of Rs 57 cr funds to save INS Vikrant

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

The Mumbai police have registered a case of cheating against Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kirit Somaiya and his son Neil for alleged misappropriation of over Rs 57 crore funds collected to save aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.

Pak court adjourns Kulbhushan Jadhav's case till Oct 5

Pak court adjourns Kulbhushan Jadhav's case till Oct 5

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Jadhav, the 50-year-old retired Indian Navy officer, was sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court on charges of espionage and terrorism in April 2017.

Want a career with the Indian Air Force?

Want a career with the Indian Air Force?

Rediff.com19 May 2008

The Indian Air Force has always inspired awe. Here we take a brief look at the various career paths available the Indian Air Force offers and how you can scale the ranks.