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  • 93rd Air Force Day: IAF Showcases Strength, Legacy And Innovation At Hindan Air Force Station | VIDEO

    93rd Air Force Day: IAF Showcases Strength, Legacy And Innovation At Hindan Air Force Station | VIDEO

    Oct 8, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    The 93rd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) was commemorated at Air Force Station Hindan, Ghaziabad, on 08 Oct 2025. The event was graced by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff and Chief of the Naval Staff. The ceremonial parade was reviewed by Chief of the Air…

  • At 19,400 ft, Mig La Dethrones Umling La As World’s Highest Motorable Pass; How This Strengthens India’s Border Defences?

    At 19,400 ft, Mig La Dethrones Umling La As World’s Highest Motorable Pass; How This Strengthens India’s Border Defences?

    Oct 5, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has etched its name in the Guinness World Records by constructing the world’s highest motorable pass, Mig La, surpassing the previous record held by Umling La. Mig La is located in Ladakh’s Leh district.

  • Who Is Kashish Methwani? From Miss International India To Indian Army Lieutenant

    Who Is Kashish Methwani? From Miss International India To Indian Army Lieutenant

    Sep 16, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    Kashish Methwani, the 2023 Miss International India title winner, joined the Indian Army as a commissioned officer. After rigorous training of 11 months at the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, Methwani was commissioned into the Army as a Lieutenant in a Passing Out Parade held on September 6.

  • Landmark Innovation! 21-Year-Old Designer Develops Solar-Powered Uniform For Indian Army

    Landmark Innovation! 21-Year-Old Designer Develops Solar-Powered Uniform For Indian Army

    Aug 24, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    In what could be termed as a remarkable innovation, a 21-year-old fashion design student, Khushi Pathan, has successfully designed a solar-powered uniform for Indian soldiers. The uniform will enable soldiers to charge their electronic devices on the go, helping them stay connected with their units, which will enhance operational efficiency.

  • Agni-5 Missile Test a Major Milestone in India’s Strategic Defence – Key Features

    Agni-5 Missile Test a Major Milestone in India’s Strategic Defence – Key Features

    Aug 21, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    In a major boost to defence capabilities, India on Wednesday successfully test-fired the Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) Agni-5 from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur in Odisha. The missile, with a range of almost 5,000 km, can cover the entire continent of Asia. “The launch validated all operational and technical parameters. It was carried out under…

  • PM Modi Announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra: Indigenous Defence Shield, Stronger Than Iron Dome, To Be Ready By 2035 – Key Details

    PM Modi Announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra: Indigenous Defence Shield, Stronger Than Iron Dome, To Be Ready By 2035 – Key Details

    Aug 15, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday made a major announcement regarding the development of the indigenous-built air defence system Sudarshan Chakra during his Independence Day address. The weapon system will be operational by 2035. The idea to develop an Israel’s Iron Dome–like system reportedly gained momentum after Operation Sindoor.

  • Operation Sindoor Heroes Honoured By Centre: Vir Chakras For 9 IAF Pilots Who Struck Terror Camps In Pakistan, PoK

    Operation Sindoor Heroes Honoured By Centre: Vir Chakras For 9 IAF Pilots Who Struck Terror Camps In Pakistan, PoK

    Aug 14, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    The Centre on Thursday announced gallantry awards for security personnel, including heroes of Operation Sindoor, the military action carried out to destroy nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) in retaliation to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

  • BIG Revelation About Operation Sindoor! 5 Pakistani Fighter Jets, 1 Large Aircraft Shot Down By Indian Air Defence: IAF Chief

    BIG Revelation About Operation Sindoor! 5 Pakistani Fighter Jets, 1 Large Aircraft Shot Down By Indian Air Defence: IAF Chief

    Aug 9, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    For the first time India revealed the extent of damage suffered by Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. ON Saturday, The Indian Air Forc3 Chief , Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, confirmed that five Pakistani Fighter Jets and one large aircraft were shot down by the Indian Air defence.

  • CDS General Anil Chauhan Formally Releases Declassified Versions Of Joint Doctrines For Cyberspace Operations & Amphibious Operations

    CDS General Anil Chauhan Formally Releases Declassified Versions Of Joint Doctrines For Cyberspace Operations & Amphibious Operations

    Aug 8, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs formally released the declassified versions of the Joint Doctrines for Cyberspace Operations and Amphibious Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee meeting in New Delhi on Thursday, August 7. The declassification of these doctrines underscores India’s commitment to enhance visibility, accessibility…

  • NCERT Syllabus Update: Chapters On Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Usman And Major Somnath Sharma Added to School Curriculum

    NCERT Syllabus Update: Chapters On Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Usman And Major Somnath Sharma Added to School Curriculum

    Aug 7, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    Students will now learn about gallantry of India’s military heroes as chapters on the lives and sacrifices of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma will be included in the NCERT syllabus. These chapters will be part of the NCERT curriculum for the current academic year for Classes 7 and 8.

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