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Rajnath Singh Calls for Broader Maritime Security Focus, Highlights Protection of Critical Infrastructure
November 5, 2026

Rajnath Singh Calls for Broader Maritime Security Focus, Highlights Protection of Critical Infrastructure

India is moving towards a more comprehensive maritime security framework, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasising the need to protect
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Army Chief to Move to Shaurya Bhavan as Indian Military Headquarters Prepare to Leave South Block
November 5, 2026

Army Chief to Move to Shaurya Bhavan as Indian Military Headquarters Prepare to Leave South

India’s military leadership is preparing for a significant administrative transition, with the headquarters of the Indian Army and Indian Navy
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Agniveers to Get Two-Year Service Extension as Union Cabinet Approves Major Agnipath Scheme Change
November 5, 2026

Agniveers to Get Two-Year Service Extension as Union Cabinet Approves Major Agnipath Scheme Change

The Union Cabinet has approved a significant change to the Agnipath recruitment scheme, allowing Agniveers who are not selected for
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Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal Assumes Command of IAF’s Eastern Air Command
November 2, 2026

Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal Assumes Command of IAF’s Eastern Air Command

The Indian Air Force has appointed Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal, AVSM, VM, as the new Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C)
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