President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Honorary Rank of General of the Indian Army to Nepal's Army Chief, General Ashok Raj Sigdel, strengthening the 70-year-old tradition of military cooperation between India and Nepal.
Bashar al-Assad, who had the backing of Russia and Iran, has been ruling the country since 2000 after the death of his father, Hafez al-Assad. His father was in power since 1971 until his death in 2000.
INS Tushil, a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, has been commissioned by the Indian Navy at Kaliningrad in Russia, boosting India's naval capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region.
Brig Navneet Narain, posted at the Army Headquarters in Delhi, excelled in both the Singles and Doubles categories, showcasing remarkable talent and determination. With his outstanding performance in the World Masters Racketlon, Brigadier Narain has brought immense pride to the nation.
The Indian Navy has initiated the induction of its second Drishti-10 Starliner surveillance drone, enhancing maritime force capabilities to monitor shipping lines and mitigate piracy risks.
India and Malaysia are conducting their 4th joint military exercise, "Harimau Shakti," in Malaysia from December 2-15, aiming to enhance counter-insurgency capabilities in jungle terrain under the UN mandate.
The Defence Acquisition Council approved five capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 21,772 crore to enhance armed forces' operational capabilities, including vessels, aircraft, and helicopters for the Indian Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard.
Admiral Nanda’s life was deeply intertwined with the sea. Born on October 10, 1915, in Manora, Karachi, his early years by the Arabian Sea shaped his future career in the Navy. After schooling in Karachi, he worked briefly for the Port and Pilotage Department before World War II transformed his life.
India’s coastline, stretching across 7,500 kilometres, demands the navy to operate from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal. The dual-seaboard challenge amplifies the strategic value of carriers.
Navy Day 2024: Learn about the glorious history of India's maritime power and the Indian Navy. How powerful is the Indian Navy and what weapons does it possess?
