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Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani assumes charge as Vice Chief of Army Staff
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani has been appointed as the new Vice Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Gen Upendra Dwivedi. With over 37 years of military experience, Subramani has held various positions, including a brigade major, assistant military secretary, Colonel General Staff, and deputy director general of Military Intelligence.
Lt Gen Manjinder Singh assumes charge of South Western Command
Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh assumed command of the Sapta Shakti Command after paying tribute at Prerna Sthal. He is marked by an illustrious military career with commands and staff roles in Jammu and Kashmir and the Western Front, including counter-insurgency operations. Recognised with prestigious medals for leadership, he received congratulations from the Army Commander upon taking charge of the South Western Command.
Major General VT Mathew takes over as General Officer Commanding of Karnataka, Kerala sub area
The General Officer is an alumnus of Sainik School Kazakkotam in Thiruvananathapuram, National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla and Indian Military Academy, Dehradun. He was commissioned into 11 MADRAS Regiment in December 1988. "In his 35 years of meritorious service the General Officer has held various important instructional, staff and UN peace keeping appoints during his service. He has been on UN Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC) as Military Observer and was also the Chief Operational Officer, Force HQ UNISFA, Sudan," it stated.
US military bases in Europe on high alert amid terror threat concerns
Several US military bases across Europe have heightened their security alert to Force Protection Condition "Charlie," indicating a significant terror threat. This measure, last seen over a decade ago, reflects growing concerns ahead of major events like the Paris Olympics and European football championships. European countries have ramped up security, with Germany and France taking extensive precautions to address potential dangers. Authorities advise vigilance amid these heightened threat levels.
From Classmates to Commanders: Sainik School graduates Dwivedi and Tripathi now command India's Armed Forces
Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi and Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, once classmates at Sainik School Rewa, now lead the Indian Army and Navy. Their unique bond, formed in the early 1970s, has strengthened inter-service ties. With Admiral Tripathi already at the helm and Lieutenant General Dwivedi stepping in as Army Chief, their careers highlight the influence of early connections in military leadership.
Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi to take over as Indian Army Chief on June 30
Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi will become the 30th Chief of the Indian Army, succeeding Gen Manoj Pande, who completed his 26-month tenure. Dwivedi has served as the Northern Army Commander, gaining experience in the military standoff on the Ladakh Frontier. Born on July 1, 1964, he has served in various commands, staff, and foreign appointments.
J-K: Army commander reviews operational preparedness of military formations in Udhampur
Lieutenant General M V Suchindra Kumar, Northern Army Commander, visited various military formations in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district to review operational preparedness, officials said on Thursday. His visit on Wednesday evening aimed to assess readiness for the forthcoming Amarnath yatra and the region's security situation. The Northern Command posted on X that Lt Gen Kumar was briefed on the formations' efforts to integrate technology for improved operational efficiency. He is currently visiting different corps, divisions, and formations across the union territory to review security and operational preparedness.
US Army says it killed senior ISIS official in Syria
A senior ISIS official, Usamah Jamal Muhammad Ibrahim al-Janabi, was killed in a US airstrike in Syria, disrupting the group's ability to conduct terror attacks. The strike, conducted by US Central Command, targeted al-Janabi, identified as a senior ISIS facilitator. This action is part of ongoing efforts to degrade ISIS's operational capabilities in the region. The US military has been targeting ISIS operatives in Africa and the Middle East, aiming to ensure the group's enduring defeat and prevent the resurgence of its forces.
Hezbollah rains rockets on Israel after strike kills commander
Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel after an Israeli airstrike killed a senior commander in south Lebanon. The cross-border exchanges, escalating since Hamas's attack on Israel in October, have intensified with Hezbollah using drones and Israel retaliating with targeted strikes. Hezbollah launched "dozens of Katyusha rockets" and guided missiles, while Israel intercepted many of the 150 projectiles fired and struck Hezbollah sites in south Lebanon. The strikes have caused multiple fires, but no immediate casualties. The conflict has displaced tens of thousands and resulted in significant casualties on both sides.
J-K: LeT commander among 2 terrorists killed in Pulwama encounter
Two terrorists of banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) were killed in an encounter in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, one identified as a self-styled 'commander'. The operation, involving security forces, started following intelligence input and ended with the recovery of the bodies of the terrorists.
Pakistan does not adhere to 'no first use' of nuclear weapons policy: ex-Army official
Pakistan does not adhere to a "no first use" policy on nuclear weapons, clarified Lt Gen (retd) Khalid Ahmed Kidwai, Adviser to the National Command Authority, during a seminar commemorating the 26th anniversary of Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests. Kidwai emphasized that Pakistan's nuclear deterrence capabilities are fully operational and ready to respond to any threats, underscoring that Pakistan maintains strategic ambiguity regarding its nuclear stance.
Government extends tenure of Army Chief General Manoj Pande
Gen Pande was to retire on May 31 after completing his tenure at the age of 62. However, the government had not yet named his successor, though the choice was largely believed to be between the two senior most Army commanders - Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi and Lt Gen AK Singh.
In rare move, govt extends tenure of Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande by one month
Gen Manoj Pande was commissioned in December 1982 in the Corps of Engineers (The Bombay Sappers). He held the post of Vice Chief of the Army Staff before taking over the reins of the 1.2 million-strong force in April 2022.
Chinese military practiced Taiwan invasion manoeuvres in 2023, says US general
In the exercises, the People's Liberation Army simulated a maritime and air blockade of Taiwan, amphibious assaults and counter-intervention operations, Deputy Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Lieutenant General Stephen Sklenka, said in a speech in Canberra.
Create joint culture: CDS Gen Chauhan to armed forces as govt looks at rolling out theatre commands
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan emphasized the significance of theatre commands, marking a milestone in India's military preparedness and warfighting capabilities. He urged the armed forces to foster a joint culture and embrace "jointness 2.0", aiming for integrated operations and optimal resource utilization amidst evolving security challenges.
Indian Army Vice Chief Upendra Dwivedi visits Army Training Command headquarters
The Vice Chief emphasized the need for jointness, Integration and self-reliance. He exhorted the Army Training Command (Vice Chief) to continue reviewing the training concepts for future applications. Lt Gen Dwivedi also released a compendium of ARTRAC publications on the contemporary strategic landscape.
Pakistan military appoints new corps commanders for Peshawar, Mangla corps in PoK
Gen. Bukhari and Lt Gen Zakria appointed as corps commanders in Peshawar and Mangla, signaling a renewed focus on countering militancy in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Changes in military leadership suggest a shift towards addressing security challenges in the region.
Aiming for integration, India's Tri-Service Act notification sets stage for theatre commands
The Indian government has enacted the Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act, facilitating the creation of unified theatre commands, a major military reorganization. This move follows the BJP's manifesto promise to establish military theatre commands for more efficient operations. With the Act in force, military commanders will have administrative and disciplinary powers over personnel from all three services. The creation of integrated theatre commands aims to streamline planning, logistics, and operations, replacing the current 17 single-service commands.
Army, IAF conduct joint exercise at multiple locations in Punjab
Indian Army's Kharga Corps and the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted a three-day joint exercise in Punjab to validate the use of attack helicopters for mechanised operations. The exercise involved Apache and ALH-WSI helicopters, Unarmed Aerial Vehicles, and special forces of the Indian Army. The exercise aimed to validate force multipliers and ground offensives.
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