Jammu and Kashmir: Five armymen killed, four injured by terrorists in Kathua
July 09, 2024 7:30 ISTThe army has launched an extensive search operation to locate the attackers. Security forces have been increased in Kathua and surrounding areas.
The army has launched an extensive search operation to locate the attackers. Security forces have been increased in Kathua and surrounding areas.
The wife of Captain Anshuman Singh accepted Kirti Chakra from President Droupadi Murmu at an award ceremony. She shared the story of her and the late Army officer in tears. The video was widely shared on social media.
The Indian Army has rejected claims on social media that compensation has not been paid to the next of kin of Agniveer Ajay Singh, who lost his life in the line of duty, and said his family has already been given Rs 98.39 lakh of the due amount.
The Congress leader had on Monday criticised the Agnipath scheme for short-term military recruitment and said that the government does not even give them the status of a "shaheed" (martyr) and that no compensation is extended to their families if they are killed in action.
During his long and distinguished service spanning nearly 40 years, he has served in a variety of Command, Staff, Instructional and Foreign appointments.
The firing was reported from across the border in the Krishna Ghati sector, prompting the Indian Army to open retaliatory fire.
The defence officials confirmed that there were five soldiers in the tank at the time of the incident including one JCO and 4 Jawans.
An encounter between government forces and terrorists broke out in the Sinoo area of Gandoh in Doda district. Reports indicate that 3–4 terrorists are trapped as the forces engage them. Security forces continue their operation, with the situation being closely monitored.
The upcoming rally for the Central Districts of Assam i.e., Sonitpur, Biswanath, Nagaon and Morigaon will be held at the Missamari Military Station, starting from July 23 to 27, 2024.
The officials of the Indian Army were seen executing the massive job of reconnecting the border villages through a suspension bridge over flowing river.
If the proposal is accepted, the Indian Air Force will acquire six made-in-India Tapas drones, while the remaining four would be used by the Indian Navy. The Indian Navy intends to use the Tapas for surveillance activities over the maritime zone, even thought it fell short of requirements.
This year’s theme "Yoga for Self and Society" highlights the dual role in fostering individual and societal well-being. The event will encourage grassroots participation and the spread of yoga in rural areas.
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The Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) systems are designed to counter aerial threats such as drones, fighter aircraft, and helicopters. This effort addresses the Indian forces' shortage of updated VSHORAD missiles.
The persons with drugs and explosives were arrested after the security forces got information about their suspected movement. The forces laid down a trap and arrested them while they were searching for purchasers of the drug.
Nagastra -1, in a 'kamikaze mode' can neutralize any hostile threat with GPS-enabled precision strike with an accuracy of 2m.
The accident took place near Bhawani village near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Nowshera sector on Thursday evening.
Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a number of terrorist attacks recently. In the latest intel received by the security forces, the terrorists are planning fidayeen attacks on security forces.
Lt. Gen Dwivedi is currently serving as Vice Chief of Army Staff and will replace General Manoj Pande, who will demerit office on June, at the top position. He was previously commissioned in the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles infantry of the Indian Army and has served in a variety of important roles.
Pulwama encounter: The police and army launched a cordon and search operation in the Nihama area in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district.
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