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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
TopicIndian Army

Topic: Indian Army

India-China border tensions: Army chief says ‘degree of standoff’ still there, rules out troop cuts

Addressing his annual press conference ahead of Army Day, Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi also says grazing has resumed in traditional spots in Eastern Ladakh.

Indian Army is right to make Lt Gen promotions merit-based. More reforms are needed

The selection system of Service Chiefs and the CDS remains opaque, making it open to unethical interference both from within the armed forces and from the government.

From BrahMos to Pinaka, Indian Army to showcase indigenisation push at Republic Day parade

Majority of the equipment that will be displayed is ‘made in India’, it is learnt. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is likely to be the chief guest.

Army Day Parade to have many firsts, from all-women Agniveer contingent to Nepalese band

Parade will take place at BEG centre in Pune. In 2023, it was moved out of Delhi for the first time since 1949 & took place in Bengaluru. Last year, it was shifted to Lucknow.

Shivaji statue in Ladakh is part of an unfortunate trend. Indian Army must introspect

The most suitable place to honour Shivaji would have been Leh. As a regimental icon of the Maratha Light Infantry, his reverence should have been restricted to the unit area or the posts.

‘Symbol of resistance’: Army unveils Shivaji statue on shore of Pangong Tso near LAC

The event celebrates the unwavering spirit of the Indian ruler, whose legacy remains and source of inspiration for generations, Army’s 14 Corps says.

SubscriberWrites: Outsourcing battalions

Balancing national security and economy, outsourcing non-combat roles, and supporting military reforms can create a leaner, more efficient force while maintaining its vital identity.

Joint India-Nepal military exercise Surya Kiran in January, one Gorkha Rifles battalion to take part

Surya Kiran is a battalion-level exercise, to take place in Nepal. Primary aim is to enhance interoperability between Indian & Nepalese armies under mandate of United Nations.

Not just IAF, defence ministry undertakes critical review of tri-service priorities & solutions

Defence minister has directed officials and officers from Army, Navy & Air Force to work together to identify priorities, problems and solutions to fast track procurement.

From new recruits to serving soldiers, Indian Army steps up measures to assess & treat mental health

Junior defence minister informed Lok Sabha that more counselling centres were set up and that officers were trained in basic therapy. Religious teachers were also hired, he added.

On Camera

Where are women in India’s gig economy? The question we forgot to ask in the outcry

In India, women remain concentrated in a narrow range of sectors such as beauty and hairdressing, household maintenance, residential care, and parts of the education sector.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

American Stryker among options we’re looking at to bolster northern front, says Army chief Gen Dwivedi

ThePrint was first to report, on 1 February 2023, India & US were in talks for co-production of 8-wheel-drive infantry fighting vehicle developed by General Dynamics Land Systems.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.