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Indian Navy chief meets newly-appointed Bangladesh Army chief; discusses new avenues for cooperation
Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi visited Bangladesh to bolster defense ties, meeting with Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman and Air Force Chief Air Marshal Hasan Mahmood. Discussions included enhancing cooperation in training, joint exercises, and interoperability. Tripathi also met with Navy Chief Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, emphasizing the strong naval cooperation between India and Bangladesh. The visit aimed to strengthen bonds and explore new avenues for collaboration.
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi meets Bangladesh Army Chief in Dhaka
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi is on a four-day official visit to Bangladesh, meeting with top military officials to discuss enhancing defense cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties. The visit focuses on exploring new avenues for naval collaboration between India and Bangladesh.
Focus 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 other forces to operate effectively in various conflict scenarios.
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.
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.
Who 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 service.
Lt 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 February of the same year. General Dwivedi attended Sainik School Rewa in Madhya Pradesh before joining the National Defence Academy in January 1981. He was commissioned into the 18th Battalion of the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles on December 15, 1984. Throughout his career, he has commanded this battalion in both the challenging terrains of Kashmir valley and the deserts of Rajasthan.
ICC issues arrest warrants for Russia army chief, ex-minister
The International Criminal Court said Tuesday it had issued arrest warrants for Russia's chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, and former defence minister Sergei Shoigu. The court issued an arrest warrant for President Vladimir Putin in March last year, a ruling that Moscow called "void".
Lt 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.
CDS General Anil Chauhan visits Jammu, holds security review
A series of security review meetings have been held at various levels to further chart out a strategy to deal with growing terrorism in the Jammu region with a strong arm.
Lt 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.
Centre 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 June 30, 2024. According to the official statement, Lt Gen Dwivedi's distinguished career includes commanding roles in various capacities, such as Command of Regiment (18 Jammu & Kashmir Rifles), Brigade (26 Sector Assam Rifles), DIG of Assam Rifles (East), and 9 Corps. Additionally, he has been honored with the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), and has received three GOC-in-C Commendation Cards.
North Korea fires missile barrage toward eastern waters days after failed satellite launch
North Korea allegedly fired a barrage of short-range ballistic missiles towards the eastern sea. The move drew condemnation from South Korea and Japan amidst heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The launches followed a failed attempt to launch a military reconnaissance satellite. North Korea's actions have been met with strong international criticism as they violate U.N. Security Council resolutions. The North vowed to continue developing its space reconnaissance capabilities despite setbacks.
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.
Deputy Russian military chief of staff jailed for bribery in latest arrest of senior defense official
A deputy chief of the Russian military general staff, Lt Gen Vadim Shamarin, has been arrested on charges of large-scale bribery, according to Russian news reports. This follows the recent arrest of Maj Gen Ivan Popov, a former top commander in Russia's offensive in Ukraine, also on bribery charges. These arrests are part of a series of high-profile bribery cases involving senior military officials. Shamarin, who is also the head of the defense ministry's main communications directorate, is being held in custody for two months. The arrests come amid wider allegations of incompetence and corruption within the Russian military leadership.
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.
Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande reviews security situation along LAC in Ladakh
General Manoj Pande, the Chief of Army Staff, conducted a thorough assessment of security along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh. He received a detailed briefing on combat readiness at the Fire and Fury Corps headquarters in Leh. The COAS praised the officers and troops for their professionalism and commitment. Meanwhile, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan chaired the Parivartan Chintan 2.0 meeting to discuss reforms for achieving jointness integration and ensuring territorial integrity and national sovereignty.
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