FEMALE AGNIVEER
Rajnath Singh retains Defence Minister portfolio with major reforms on the horizon, here are some key issues that are expected to be addressed
Rajnath Singh will continue as India's Defense Minister, focusing on self-reliance in defense and boosting women's roles in the armed forces. Amidst tensions with China, India is increasing defense imports from the US. The Agnipath recruitment scheme, criticized for job security, is under review. Theater command unification aims to enhance joint operations, with progress made. Indigenous military production is a priority to reduce reliance on imports. Singh faces the immediate task of appointing a new Army Chief, influencing future military reforms.
Hamirpur in Himachal: Amit Shah's remarks boost Anurag Thakur's campaign; stakes high for Sukhu
In the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency, stakes are high for Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and Union minister Anurag Singh Thakur. Thakur, a four-time winner, faces a challenge from Congress's Satpal Singh Raizada. The BJP has traditionally dominated the seat, winning 10 out of 17 elections since 1952. Local issues, the Agniveer scheme, and unemployment are major campaign points.
Amit Shah's remarks in HP's Hamirpur boosts Anurag Thakur
Stakes are high for Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur in the exciting Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Thakur aims for a fifth term against Congress' Satpal Singh Raizada. Issues like Agniveer scheme, ex-servicemen concerns, unemployment, and political dynamics shape the electoral landscape for the upcoming polls on June 1.
View: Congress manifesto anchored in realities of present, unlike BJP's
The past decade has seen divisive forces exploiting religious sentiments to damage India's culture of tolerance and inclusion. Institutions the founding fathers of the republic created to protect the nascent democracy have been subverted, while government agencies have been let loose on the opposition.
"Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas War, learning experience for India": Lt Gen Manjinder Singh
Lt Gen Manjinder Singh of the Indian Army Training Command highlighted the importance of learning from the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas conflicts for India's defense. He emphasized the need for evolving training methods to counter potential threats on Pakistan's borders. The use of 'Make in India' weapons enhances self-reliance. The Army Training Command focuses on improving training with evolving technologies and has expanded its footprint to 34 establishments across India. The Command also engages in international training cooperation to learn best practices.
Pune-based Army Sports Institute training female athletes: Lt Gen A K Singh
The Army Sports Institute in Pune is set to provide rigorous training to young female athletes to help them compete at national and international levels. The initiative, led by Lt General Ajai Kumar Singh, General Officer-Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Command, aims to nurture girl talent in archery, athletics, boxing, and weightlifting. The Army Girls Sports Company will be one of two centers of excellence identified for this initiative.
- Go To Page 1
Pee Safe signs MoU with Indian Navy, NWWA to offer wellness products to women in white
Pee Safe partners with Indian Navy and NWWA to provide women hygiene products to serving women personnel as part of the Navy's wellness initiative for 'Women in White.' Memorandum of Understanding signed. Pee Safe kits presented on 38th NWWA Diwas. Co-founded by Vikas Bagaria and Srijana Bagaria, Pee Safe offers solutions to women's everyday problems.
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2024: Registration for online exam starts, direct link, dates and admit card details
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2024: The registration period for IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2024 has started from January 17, 2024 and will be open till February 6, 2024, at 2300h. Online applications are mandatory and can be completed on the official website: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in. Only applications submitted through this online process will be considered.
Navy appointed first woman commanding officer in naval ship: Navy chief
The Navy has "remained a 'Combat-ready, Credible, Cohesive, and Future Proof' force enabled by what we call our 'ships first' outlook where every single action that we take is aimed to enable our women and men in operational units to perform their duties very well." On the operational front, the Navy's sheer footprint of deployments has been satisfying as its ships have been persistently present across the Indo Pacific.
More than 1,000 women Agniveers incorporated into Indian Navy: Admiral R Hari Kumar
Admiral R. Hari Kumar announced the induction of over 1,000 women Agniveers into the Indian Navy, praising the transformative Agnipath scheme. Highlighting milestones, including female commanding officers and operational achievements, he emphasized the Navy's commitment to deploying women in various roles. The speech underscored the Navy's missions, exercises across the Indo-Pacific, operational readiness, technological advancements, and budget allocation. The forthcoming Navy Day on December 4 in Maharashtra was also mentioned in Admiral Kumar's comprehensive address.
11,414 women serving in three services: Government data
The number of women personnel employed in the three services excluding those in medical, dental and nursing services comes to 4,948.
"Agnipath is game-changer for Armed Forces," says book that marks nine-year anniversary of Modi government
The primary focus of India's foreign policy remains its immediate neighbourhood, under the 'Neighborhood First Policy'. This is supported by the revitalized 'Act East', 'Think West' and 'Connect Central Asia' policies that seek to enhance our engagement in our extended neighbourhood, the government said in a press release.
In a first, Indian Army clears over 30 women officers for command roles
More lists would be coming out soon as the boards would be compiled and results would be announced, they said.The women officers clearing the boards would be given command roles and they could also be considered for future promotions also to higher ranks in the force. Army headquarters officials said women are serving proudly and confidently in various operational theatres of the Indian Army.
IAF to start applications under Agniveer scheme 2023 from November. Here are all details
“Registration for STAR 01/2023 for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2023 will open in first week of Nov 2022 for male and female candidates,” a tweet from the Indian Air Force’s official Twitter handle read. “On-line examination will be conducted in mid Jan 2023.” Agniveer Vayu will be enrolled in the Indian Air Force under Air Force Act 1950, for a period of four years.
IAF to induct women officers to fly Light Combat Helicopter fleet
The women officers are already flying the ALH Dhruv and other helicopters in the fleet. They would be flying the LCH fleet also and women officers are in the process of being identified for this.
Air force to welcome 10% females under Agniveer scheme, says IAF chief
Ahead of Air force day, IAF chief made some major announcement related to Agniveer scheme and China-bound Iranian aircraft bomb threat.
Indian Navy set to commission INS Vikrant: 10 things to know about India's indigenously-built aircraft carrier
"Commissioning of indigenously-built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant will be unforgettable occasion for India," said Navy Vice Admiral SN Ghormade while addressing a press conference.
Army Agniveer 2022 registrations begin for female candidates, check details here
The registrations will close on September 7. It is pertinent to mention here that female candidates from Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep and Mahe can only apply for the posts.
Agniveer recruitment for female candidates from Nov 1
According to a Defence statement, the recruitment is scheduled to be held at Manekshaw Parade ground here by the Recruiting Office (HQ) Bengaluru under the aegis of Headquarters Recruiting Zone Bengaluru for volunteer female candidates from Karnataka, Kerala and the Union Territory of Lakshadweep and Mahe.
Strengthening liberal democracy is essential for growth, says Raghuram Rajan
"...what is happening to liberal democracy in this country and is it really that necessary for Indian development?....We absolutely must strengthen it. There is a feeling among some quarters in India today that democracy holds back India...India needs strong, even authoritarian, leadership with few checks and balances on it to grow and we seem to be drifting in this direction," Rajan said.
10,000 females registers for Indian navy's Agnipath recruitment
10,000 females have registered themselves for the Navy opening under the Agnipath recruitment scheme as of Sunday. However, as the registration completes, the Indian Navy would open up the online application process for recruitment starting from July 15 to July 30.
Tessy Thomas, DRDO project director: The force behind Agni V launch
A rare woman in a male bastion, since childhood, Tessy was wonder-struck at rocket launches from Thumba on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram.
Load More
