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A.P. CM Naidu suggests adding shrimp to Indian Army’s menu amid U.S. tariff crisis

A.P. CM Naidu suggests adding shrimp to Indian Army’s menu amid U.S. tariff crisis

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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu holding a carton of shrimp. File | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Suggesting that the Central government consider including shrimp in the food of the Indian Army, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has written to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal to protect the aqua sector. He sought urgent intervention to address the crisis facing aqua farmers and shrimp exporters in Andhra Pradesh because of steep tariffs imposed by the U.S. on shrimp exports. The Chief Minister said the 50% tariff imposed by the U.S. on shrimp imports had resulted in an overall tax burden of nearly 60% on Indian exports, severely hitting Andhra Pradesh’s aqua sector. He warned that the State’s annual aqua exports, worth nearly ₹25,000 crore, could face heavy losses. Mr. Naidu said about 2.5 lakh aqua farmer families and more than 30 lakh workers dependent on the sector were at risk of losing their livelihoods. Domestic aqua product prices had fallen by 20% to 25%, he added. The Chief Minister said the State government had reduced shrimp …

Pakistani terrorist killed in Indian Army’s operation to foil infiltration bid in J&K’s Uri| India News

Pakistani terrorist killed in Indian Army’s operation to foil infiltration bid in J&K’s Uri| India News

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A Pakistani terrorist was gunned down in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, even as the army foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control. A joint operation was launched on the intervening night of March 14 and March 15. (ANI photo/ Representational) A joint operation was launched on the intervening night of March 14 and March 15 based on a specific intelligence input provided by the J&K Police regarding an infiltration attempt, the army said in a statement. “Alert troops spotted suspicious movement of a terrorist in the thicket. The ambush was readjusted and the terrorist was challenged resulting in terrorist opening indiscriminate fire,” it added. The operation took place in Buchhar in Uri sector. The army further said that “warlike stores including an AK rifle, pistols and large quantity of ammunition” were recovered during the joint operation. According to the army’s last communication, the operation was still underway as of Sunday morning. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong …

Indian Army’s Southern Command Hosts ‘JAI Se VIJAI’ Seminar To Chart Future Of Joint Warfare | India News

Indian Army’s Southern Command Hosts ‘JAI Se VIJAI’ Seminar To Chart Future Of Joint Warfare | India News

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Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 02:34 IST Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, in his keynote address, emphasised that future readiness would depend on technology absorption and institutional transformation Participants engaged in interactive discussions and generated recommendations, including interoperable systems, integrated planning frameworks, and faster adoption of indigenous technologies. Image/News18 The Indian Army’s Southern Command hosted a two-day “JAI se VIJAI” Seminar 2026 in Pune, bringing together senior military officers, veterans, scientists, defence industry leaders, start-ups, and academics to deliberate on the future preparedness of India’s Armed Forces. The seminar revolved around the concept of JAI—Jointness, Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) and Innovation—described as the pathway to building an integrated and technologically empowered force aligned with India’s long-term security vision. Opening the seminar, Southern Command chief Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth said the changing nature of warfare demands forces that are integrated and innovation-driven. He noted that modern conflicts increasingly span land, air, maritime, cyber and space domains, making joint operational capability critical. Calling JAI a practical framework rather than a slogan, he said it would guide how the …

Exercise Rudra Shakti Signals Indian Army’s Push Towards Future-Ready Combat Operations | India News

Exercise Rudra Shakti Signals Indian Army’s Push Towards Future-Ready Combat Operations | India News

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Last Updated:February 10, 2026, 21:58 IST Exercise Rudra Shakti at Pokhran showed Army’s combat readiness, tech use, and joint ops, reviewed by Lt Gen Seth for speed and coordination. The exercise was reviewed by Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, who observed live-fire operations and interacted closely with troops participating in the drill. (News18) The Indian Army on Monday showcased its growing combat readiness and technological integration during Exercise Rudra Shakti, a high-intensity, all-arms manoeuvre exercise conducted at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan. The exercise was reviewed by Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, who observed live-fire operations and interacted closely with troops participating in the drill. Exercise Rudra Shakti was carried out by the Rudra Brigade as a continuation of Exercise Akhand Prahar, which had earlier tested new operational concepts in the desert sector. The latest drill focused on refining these concepts under realistic battlefield conditions, with particular emphasis on speed, precision and jointness. The live-firing phase demonstrated seamless coordination between mechanised infantry, armoured elements, artillery …

Indian Army’s Him Yodha unit steals the show at Republic Day 2026 parade

Indian Army’s Him Yodha unit steals the show at Republic Day 2026 parade

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The Him Yodha contingent, a unique Indian Army formation that supports soldiers deployed in extreme high-altitude and icy regions, made a striking appearance at the Republic Day 2026 Parade on Kartavya Path on Monday. Him Yodha represents the Indian Army’s specialised animal and mobility support units that operate in some of the world’s harshest terrains, including the Himalayas, the Siachen Glacier, and along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LoC). The contingent highlights how animals, technology and trained personnel work together to sustain troops in remote and hostile environments. Led by Captain Harshita Raghav and guided by the philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”, the Him Yodha contingent featured Bactrian camels, Zanskar ponies, Black Kites, Glacier All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and indigenous Army dogs, according to the ANI. According to the official description, these animals and support systems play a crucial role in logistics, surveillance and operational support in areas where modern vehicles often cannot function. Bactrian camels: Endurance in the cold desert The Bactrian camels from Ladakh’s Galwan and Nubra regions demonstrated their …

In First Official Confirmation, Shaurya Chakra Citation Details Indian Army’s Covert 2025 Myanmar Op | India News

In First Official Confirmation, Shaurya Chakra Citation Details Indian Army’s Covert 2025 Myanmar Op | India News

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Last Updated:January 26, 2026, 09:25 IST According to the citation, the military operation led to the elimination of nine armed cadres, including senior leaders of a notorious anti-national group. A Shaurya Chakra citation formally acknowledged an Indian Army covert operation in Myanmar in July 2025. (Representative Image) For the first time, the Indian government has formally acknowledged a covert Army operation carried out along the Indo-Myanmar Border in July 2025. The citation outlines a cross-border action along the border between July 11 and 13, a rare instance of official disclosure of such an operation. Notably, the disclosure comes through a Shaurya Chakra citation awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Ghatage Aditya Shrikumar of the 21 Para (Special Forces for planning and personally leading the precision strike. The Shaurya Chakra is India’s third-highest peacetime gallantry award after the Ashoka Chakra and the Kirti Chakra. The Shaurya Chakra Citation According to the citation, the military operation led to the elimination of nine armed cadres, including senior leaders of a notorious anti-national group. The terrorist organisation alleged that the Indian …

Indian Army’s Bhairav Battalion Set For Eastern Command Deployment | India News

Indian Army’s Bhairav Battalion Set For Eastern Command Deployment | India News

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Last Updated:January 25, 2026, 22:29 IST Raised in August 2025, the Bhairav Battalion will participate in the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata this year before its formal induction. The induction of a Bhairav Battalion will strengthen the Eastern Command “from every aspect,” particularly in terms of rapid response. (News18) The Indian Army’s newly introduced Bhairav Battalion is set to be deployed under the Eastern Command after the Republic Day celebrations on January 26, marking a significant step in strengthening the Army’s operational readiness in a strategically sensitive region. Raised in August 2025, the Bhairav Battalion will participate in the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata this year before its formal induction. According to sources, the induction will significantly enhance the Eastern Command’s combat capability across multiple operational domains. The induction of Bhairav Battalion comes amid the Army’s push towards modernisation and technology-driven warfare, with a strong focus on drone-centric operations. According to Army sources, the Indian Army has already developed a pool of over one lakh trained drone operators across its formations. These personnel are trained …

BTS Comeback Date Teased? ARMYs Decode Handwritten Clues From New Year Postcard | Korean News

BTS Comeback Date Teased? ARMYs Decode Handwritten Clues From New Year Postcard | Korean News

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Last Updated:December 31, 2025, 23:23 IST BTS ARMYs decode a mysterious New Year postcard with symbols and a date, fueling speculation about the group’s long-awaited comeback in 2026. BTS’ comeback album will drop in Spring 2026(Photo Credit: Instagram) Did BTS just drop a major hint about its long-awaited comeback? ARMYs across the globe are in detective mode after Korean fans received a mysterious New Year postcard from the K-pop supergroup—one that appears to contain a subtle but potentially explosive clue about BTS’ return. While the postcard initially looked like a simple seasonal greeting, fans quickly noticed a small date written beneath a newly unveiled logo. The discovery has sparked widespread speculation that BTS may have quietly revealed its comeback date, months before any official announcement from HYBE. The buzz comes as BTS prepares for a full-group return following the completion of mandatory military service by all seven members—Jin, J-Hope, Suga, RM, V, Jimin and Jungkook—by June 2025. Since then, the group has repeatedly hinted at new music and a large-scale world tour slated for spring …

Have you heard? Jaideep Ahlawat gets jealous seeing anyone in army`s uniform

Have you heard? Jaideep Ahlawat gets jealous seeing anyone in army`s uniform

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Jealous much? Actor Jaideep Ahlawat, who will next appear in filmmaker Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis, admits he gets “jealous” every time he spots someone in an Army uniform — his childhood dream career. The Pataal Lok star, who has several friends in the Army, revealed that he failed the Services Selection Board exams twice, a fact he now narrates with a mix of nostalgia and mischief. He said, “I thought I’d be a good Army officer, but unfortunately, I was sent back home. It is an emotional moment for me. I have many friends in the Indian Army. Whenever I see someone in uniform, I get goosebumps because that was my first dream as an 18–19-year-old boy who wanted to join the Army.” In a happy space Kiran Rao, Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt Superstar Aamir Khan opened up about his harmoniously blended family during his appearance at a recent event in New Delhi. The actor said that he remains close to ex-wives Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao, sharing, “Reena is an amazing person. The fact …

Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps develops high-altitude monorail in Arunachal Pradesh

Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps develops high-altitude monorail in Arunachal Pradesh

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In a significant demonstration of innovation in extreme terrain, the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps has developed an in-house High Altitude Monorail System to support operations at 16,000 feet in the Kameng Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh. Video grab image sourced by Indian Army. In a significant demonstration of innovation in extreme terrain, the Indian Army’s Gajraj Corps has developed an in-house High Altitude Monorail System to support operations at 16,000 feet in the Kameng Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh. Operating in one of the most rugged and weather-affected high-altitude zones, forward posts in the region often face disrupted supply lines due to snow, landslides and unpredictable conditions. To overcome these challenges, Gajraj Corps engineers and troops improvised and built the mono rail system entirely on site. The system enables safe and efficient transportation of operational essentials such as rations, ammunition, fuel and engineering stores across steep gradients where traditional means of transport struggle. Capable of carrying more than 300 kg in a single run, it remains functional day or night, even in adverse weather. The improvised solution …