UPENDRA DWIVEDI CHIEF ARMY STAFF
Army chief reviews security situation along LoC in J-K; meets DGP, other police officers Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi visited Jammu to review Line of Control security, emphasizing readiness for challenges. His trip included assessments during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and anti-terror operations, highlighting collaboration between mil...
03 Jul, 2024, 10.47 PM ISTFocus on inducting indigenous weapons: Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi, the new Chief of Army Staff, emphasised the Army's transformation towards self-reliance by maximising indigenous weapon systems, prioritising preparedness for all operational challenges and fostering close collaboration with...
01 Jul, 2024, 11.26 PM ISTIndian Army ready to face all challenges: Gen Upendra Dwivedi Newly-appointed Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi assured that the Indian Army is ready to face all current and future security challenges. He emphasized the importance of synergy among the Army, Navy, and Air Force, aiming to protect national interest...
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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 secre...
01 Jul, 2024, 06.13 PM ISTWho is Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi? Here is all you need to know about the new Indian Army Chief Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, the new Indian Army Chief, brings a wealth of experience and accolades to his role. With a strong background in military education and a supportive family, he is well-prepared to lead the army and continue his legacy of servi...
30 Jun, 2024, 02.00 PM ISTLt Gen Upendra Dwivedi takes over as Indian Army Chief; Gen Manoj Pande accorded with Guard of Honour on last day General Upendra Dwivedi assumed command of the Indian Army on Sunday, becoming the 30th Chief of the Army. Hailing from Madhya Pradesh, he is a veteran of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and previously served as the Vice Chief of Army Staff from Februa...
30 Jun, 2024, 12.20 PM ISTFrom 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 alread...
30 Jun, 2024, 12.08 PM ISTLt 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 La...
29 Jun, 2024, 07.23 PM ISTManipur CM Biren Singh meets Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to discuss security concerns Sources said that chief Ministers focused on enhancing coordination among their respective police forces to effectively counter militant activities along the border. Measures to prevent the spillover of ethnic violence from Manipur into Assam.
23 Jun, 2024, 07.34 PM ISTLt Gen NS Raja Subramani to be next Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani is set to be the next Vice Chief of Army Staff succeeding Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, following the government's clearance of his appointment.
20 Jun, 2024, 09.49 PM ISTLt Gen Upendra Dwivedi Appointed as Next Army Chief Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi is set to become the next Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Gen Manoj C Pande. He currently serves as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff.
12 Jun, 2024, 12.20 AM ISTCentre appoints Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi as next Chief of Army Staff after Manoj Pande As Manoj Pande's tenure nears its conclusion, the Centre has announced the appointment of Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM, currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, as the next Chief of the Army Staff effective from the afternoon of ...
11 Jun, 2024, 11.48 PM ISTArmy launches integrated generator monitoring, control system 'Vidyut Rakshak' The Indian Army has launched 'Vidyut Rakshak', an integrated generator monitoring, protection, and control system developed by the Army Design Bureau (ADB). This tech-based innovation, part of the Army's 'Year of Tech Absorption', utilizes Internet ...
10 Jun, 2024, 08.09 PM ISTGovernment 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 Dwived...
26 May, 2024, 11.49 PM ISTIn 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.
26 May, 2024, 08.14 PM ISTIndian 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 ART...
16 May, 2024, 10.13 AM ISTLt Gen Upendra Dwivedi assumes charge as Vice Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi has taken over as the new Vice Chief of Army Staff, succeeding Lieutenant General MV Suchindra Kumar. Previously serving as the Northern Army Commander, Lt. Gen. Dwivedi is now positioned as the potential candidate...
19 Feb, 2024, 01.21 PM ISTNorthern Army commander lauds forces for achieving operational objectives Lt. General Dwivedi led talks on joint capability, praising northern front officers. The Indian Army prepares a new promotion policy, adapting to operational needs. This policy aims for enhanced opportunities, catering to Major Generals, staff-appro...
10 Dec, 2023, 09.04 AM ISTRajouri Encounter: Indian Army shares pictures of J-K forest hideout used by terrorists The Indian Army located a hideout in the forests of Rajouri district used by terrorists in the recent encounter where five army personnel lost their lives. The army shared images of the "small cave," emphasizing the difficulty in detecting and breac...
25 Nov, 2023, 04.40 PM ISTSome terrorists, who crossed over, are retired Pakistani soldiers: Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Northern Command, revealed that some terrorists who crossed into India from across the border are retired Pakistani soldiers. Speaking after paying tribute to five soldiers kille...
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