Rahul Gandhi, Kharge hail Army's indomitable courage, sacrifice

IANS | January 15, 2025 11:29 AM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) On the occasion of the 77th Army Day, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge extended their heartfelt tributes on Wednesday to the Army, recognising its pivotal role in safeguarding the nation's security.

Army has brought glory to India on global stage: Rajnath Singh

IANS | January 15, 2025 9:36 AM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the Indian Army on the occasion of the 77th Army Day, highlighting its "indomitable courage, valour, and selfless service" in safeguarding the nation's security and integrity.

Youth dies of drug overdose in Punjab's Tarn Taran

IANS | January 14, 2025 11:40 PM

Tarn Taran (Punjab), Jan 14 (IANS) A 24-year-old youth in the Sabhra village of Punjab's Tarn Taran district, on Tuesday, died of a drug overdose. This is the second such incident to have occurred in the district in the past one week.

Hegseth will focus on deterring Chinese aggression

Yashwant Raj | January 14, 2025 9:52 PM

Washington, Jan 14 (IANS) Pete Hegseth, the nominee for Secretary of Defence, on Tuesday, told Senators at his confirmation hearing that it will be a priority for him to "work with our partners and allies to deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific from the Communist Chinese".

Four top Army officers discuss security situation in Manipur with Guv, CM

IANS | January 14, 2025 5:18 PM

Imphal, Jan 14 (IANS) Four top Army officers, including General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Command, Lieutenant General Ram Chander Tiwari held meetings with Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Tuesday and discussed the security situation of the state, officials said.