"We're working to rebuild trust. How will that happen? Trust will be restored when we can meet face-to-face and persuade one another. We also need to reassure each other that we're respecting the boundaries that have been established," General Dwivedi stated.
Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi launched the ‘Agniastra’ multi-target detonation device in Gangtok, designed for conventional warfare and counter-terrorism. The new device offers extended range and selective target detonation, enhancing military capabilities.
General Upendra Dwivedi praised the technicians and officers of the Corps of EME for their dedication and skill in achieving this landmark, urging them to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and expertise in future undertakings.
Recently, the world witnessed a new kind of technology-based weapon wherein Israel reportedly deployed explosives inside pagers and other communication devices, resulting in the killing of civilians and Hezbollah members.
The situation with China at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is stable but sensitive and expressed hope that issues would be resolved in the near future, said the Indian Army chief Dwivedi.
General Padmanabhan served as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) from October 2000 to December 2002, successfully leading the Indian Army during Operation Parakram.
Back-to-back high-level meetings were held in Jammu on Saturday regarding the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir amid rising terror attacks in the region.
This is the second visit of Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi to Jammu in less than three weeks of his assuming the office. The visits were necessitated by the recent terrorist attacks in Kathua and Doda that cost the nation nine lives of army personnel.
The Indian Army has deployed around 500 Para Special Forces commandos in the area to hunt down the 50-55 terrorists from Pakistan who have entered the region to revive terrorism there, said defence sources.
The meeting has come after recent terror incidents in Jammu and Kashmir in the past few weeks. On Monday, at least five soldiers were martyred after terrorists attacked their convoy in Kathua.
During his long and distinguished service spanning nearly 40 years, he has served in a variety of Command, Staff, Instructional and Foreign appointments.
Army Chief Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi and Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi were classmates during the 1970s at Sainik School in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved a one-month extension in the service of Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande, extending his tenure until June 30, 2024.
The Indian Army is gearing up for future conflicts by drawing strategic insights from ancient Indian texts like the Vedas, Puranas, and the Mahabharata. Launched in October 2023 by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Project Udbhav aims to explore India’s rich military heritage.
Earlier today, in a landmark achievement for India’s defence sector, two mega facilities to manufacture ammunition and missiles were inaugurated in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur.
Army Chief General Manoj Pande cited the geopolitical events and stressed on the need for a “reliable supply from internal sources for ammunition in preparedness for a long-drawn conflict”.
Patrolling Point 15 emerged as a focal point of tension following the Galwan clash. Despite the challenges, the Army Chief expressed confidence in the ongoing dialogue to find a resolution to the complex border situation.
Army chief General Manoj Pande said India is considering strengthening the fencing along the border with Myanmar. "We have strengthened our posture, and deployment on the Indo-Myanmar border. We have close to 20 Assam Rifles battalions deployed there," he added.
Four soldiers lost their lives when their two vehicles were ambushed by terrorists at Dhatyar Morh between Dhera Ki Gali and Buffliaz in the Surankote area of Poonch on Thursday.
Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande said that India's firm and resolute stand against the Chinese during the Galwan stand-off made the world take note of our political and military resolve. He also said that China has been looking at geopolitical and trade agreements as a zero-sum game.
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