The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and the Indian Army on Sunday paid rich tributes to shepherd Tashi Namgyal, who alerted the Army in 1999 about Pakistan's intrusion in the Kargil sector of Ladakh.
Amidst onset of the 'Chillai Kalan' (harshest part of winters) in Kashmir coinciding with the International Pheran Day, the Indian Army distributed traditional pherans to underprivileged families in far-flung villages along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Kashmir Valley.
The book “Valour and Values: Aligning Military Experience to CSR” by Brigadier Rajiv Williams YSM (Retired) is an intriguing exploration of how, like corporations, the Indian army too engages in a range of activities which are really military versions of CSR.
Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva, General Officer Commanding (GOC), White Knight Corps, on Saturday visited the border area of Rajouri to strengthen civil-military ties and recognize the pivotal role of local communities and veterans in maintaining peace and stability in the region.
The Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹7,628.70 crore contract with Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) for the procurement of 155 mm/52 calibre K9 VAJRA-T self-propelled tracked artillery guns for the Indian Army.
The Army was called out last evening as the Jammu region reeled under severe cold conditions and people further suffering due to the absence of electric supply.
Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Dushyant Chautala, also paid homage to the brave soldiers of India, a symbol of valor and courage.
The Vice-Chancellors and other senior functionaries of the six universities said they are looking forward to the association with serving army officers.
This step will have a far reaching positive impact on the lives of over 1100 empowered specially abled Kashmiris.
A platoon strength of a Gorkha Rifles Infantry Battalion will represent the Indian Army while the French side will deploy troops of 21st Marine Infantry Regiment of 6th Light Armoured Brigade at the exercise, according to the Defence Ministry.
