Army's Central Command flags off 2000km Himalayan motorcycle expedition to celebrate Op Sindoor
Indian Army
's Central Command on Friday flagged off a 25-member motorcycle expedition, covering a distance of around 2000 km, to remote areas of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand. The rally celebrates the success of
Operation Sindoor
and aims to share stories of Kargil heroes with students and youths to motivate and encourage them to join the armed forces.
Central Command's General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta launched the second edition of the 13-day expedition, named Integrated Himalayan Motorcycle Expedition-II (I-HiMEx-II), from Dehradun in the presence of senior Army officers, secretary of Uttarakhand tourism department, and officials from Indian Oil Corporation Ltd and Royal Enfield.
Public relations officer (Defence), Dehradun, Lt Col Manish Srivastava said the expedition will cover several Himalayan areas – including Gauchar, Joshimath, Rattana Kona, Mana, Niti Pass, Rimkhim, Kurktui, and Thagla – and conclude in Roorkee.
"The expedition endeavours to pay tributes to our fallen heroes while showcasing the uncharted beauty of the Himalayas. It aims to honour the Kargil war heroes, celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor, and inspire local youth to join the Indian armed forces. The team will organise interactions en route to share tales of valour from Operation Vijay and Operation Sindoor, reinforcing the spirit of patriotism and service," said Lt Col Srivastava.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around
Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List
Undo
He added, "Prior to the flag-off, GOC-in-C Lt Gen Sengupta interacted with the expedition team and handed over the official expedition flag to the team leader. The participants expressed great enthusiasm to undertake this challenging journey alongside Indian Army personnel."
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Goa gets tough on tourist nuisance with up to Rs 1 lakh fine
Mumbai: Next time you're unwinding by the beaches of Goa, beware. Ordering drinks from an unauthorised vendor or breaking beer bottles in public areas will be considered a nuisance and may land you in legal troubles. The state assembly on Friday passed a Bill, the Goa Tourist Places (Protection and Maintenance) Amendment Bill 2025, which expands the legal definition of "nuisance" and significantly increases penalties for activities deemed disruptive or damaging to public order. The Bill was pending governor's assent as of Saturday evening. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Public Policy Others Cybersecurity Management healthcare CXO Digital Marketing Data Science Degree Design Thinking PGDM others Leadership Healthcare Data Science Data Analytics Operations Management Finance Technology Project Management Artificial Intelligence MBA MCA Product Management Skills you'll gain: Economics for Public Policy Making Quantitative Techniques Public & Project Finance Law, Health & Urban Development Policy Duration: 12 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate Programme in Public Policy Management Starts on Mar 3, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 12 Months IIM Calcutta Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management Starts on undefined Get Details "The state encourages responsible tourists and responsible tourism," Goa tourism minister Rohan Khaunte told ET. He wants Goa to be known for sports, software and spirituality, in addition to the 3S: sun, sand and sea. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo In the past six months, Goa has seen an 8.4% increase in tourist footfall at over 5.4 million, the minister said. Of them, 5.18 million were domestic tourists and 0.27 million were foreigners. Under the amended law, a range of actions-such as pestering tourists to purchase goods, drinking alcohol in unauthorised areas, littering, breaking glass bottles, cooking in open spaces, illegal hawking and ticket touting-will be explicitly classified as nuisances. Unauthorised water sports and boating activities will also fall under the purview of the updated legislation. Live Events The amendment includes a provision for biennial reviews, allowing the Department of Tourism to revise fines every two years by up to 10%. The revised Bill introduces significantly tougher fines. While the earlier cap on fines was ₹50,000, the new penalties now range from ₹5,000 to ₹1 lakh. Depending on the severity of the offense, violators may also face prosecution under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Kuwait introduces new e-Visa for four visa categories; no embassy visit needed
In a recent update, Kuwait has officially launched and went live with its complete online e‑Visa platform for four visa categories, including tourist, family, business, and official. This is a big leap forward in the country's digital transformation under its Vision 2035 initiative. With this new change, citizens of several Western, Asian, and GCC‑residents will be able to complete the entire visa process remotely. They won't even have to step inside an embassy for a visa. Let's have a closer look at the whole process: Fully Online visa types: Now people can apply visa under: Tourist visas : This visa remains valid up to 90 days. It is perfect for those wanting to explore Kuwait. Family visas : This will allow close relatives of Kuwaiti residents to visit for up to 30 days. Business visas : This visa is also for up to 30 days. Now this one is perfect for professionals attending meetings, trade events or negotiations. Official visas : This is perfect for diplomats and government delegations on formal missions. Eligibility Citizens from over 50 countries across Europe, North America, Australia, Japan, and numerous Asian nations are eligible. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 22 Illustrations of a Husband and Wife in Everyday Life Watch More Undo GCC resident expatriates who have held valid residency for at least six months. It includes professions such as lawyers, doctors, engineers, teachers, journalists, and business managers. GCC citizens enjoy visa‑free entry using their national ID cards. They do not require any visa. How to apply Interested people can register via the Ministry of Interior's official portal (e.g. or Kuwait Visa platform linked from government websites). They need to: Create an account Log in with government credentials Choose desired visa category Upload required documents (passport bio‑page, photo, travel itinerary, accommodation or invitation, sponsor or official letter where required) Pay the fee online (typically USD 10–30 or about 3 KWD depending on nationality and category) Submit and track the application by reference code or passport number You'll receive the approved e‑Visa via email. You can get it printed or it is usable on a mobile device upon arrival. The processing usually takes between 1 and 3 business days. Delay is possible during peak travel season. Things to Remember Valid passport Provide clear documents—especially photos meeting portal specifications. Apply at least one week before travel. For family and business visas, make sure Kuwait‑based sponsors are aware of their responsibilities. If e‑Visa is refused, you may still be eligible for visa-on-arrival depending on nationality and category. The best part of this is that people don't require embassy visits. The paperwork has also reduced and its speedy approvals. With this new introduction, Kuwait aims to boost inbound tourism, attract international business, and strengthen political relationships with other nations. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Time of India
IndiGo imposes flying ban on passenger who slapped co-traveller onboard Mumbai-Kolkata flight
IndiGo has imposed a flying ban on the passenger who slapped a fellow traveller onboard its Mumbai-Kolkata flight on Friday. The incident took place on flight 6E138, and upon landing in Kolkata, the individual was handed over to security authorities, a source told PTI. The passenger was also officially declared unruly. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category MBA Data Science Finance Data Analytics others Data Science Artificial Intelligence Project Management Digital Marketing healthcare Operations Management Design Thinking Others Public Policy MCA PGDM CXO Technology Leadership Management Degree Product Management Healthcare Skills you'll gain: Financial Management Team Leadership & Collaboration Financial Reporting & Analysis Advocacy Strategies for Leadership Duration: 18 Months UMass Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) Starts on May 13, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills Financial Literacy Leadership and Management Skills Strategic Thinking Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Online MBA Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details In a post on X, the airline on Saturday said that following due diligence, the incident involving an unruly customer has been formally reported to the relevant authorities for necessary action. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo "In line with our commitment to discourage such unruly behaviour onboard flights, the individual has been suspended from flying on any IndiGo flights, in accordance with regulatory provisions," the carrier said. The duration of the flying ban could not be immediately ascertained. Live Events On Friday, a video clip of the incident shared on social media showed a passenger sitting in his seat suddenly slapping another passenger on the aisle who started crying and was moved away from the spot. Also, a cabin crew member was heard telling the passenger on the seat "don't do" while another passenger was heard asking why did he slap and that he does not have any right to hit anybody. One of the passengers was also heard saying that the person who was hit was having a panic attack.
