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Time of India
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
COAS Dwivedi briefed on Indian Military Training Team's role in strengthening India-Bhutan military cooperation
Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi , visited the Indian Military Training Team (IMTRAT), wherein he was briefed about the vital role played by it, the ADGPI said in a post on X on Thursday. The ADGPI noted that IMTRAT further strengthened the military cooperation between India and the Royal Bhutanese Army . It also informed that the COAS interacted with all ranks of Indian and Bhutanese Army at IMTRAT and appreciated them for their focused joint training initiatives and leadership development. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: 1 simple trick to get all TV channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo The ADGPI highlighted in its post that as India's oldest overseas mission, the IMTRAT reflects the strength and depth of India and Bhutan's Defence Cooperation. ADGPI wrote on X, "#GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS visited the Indian Military Training Team (IMTRAT), #Bhutan, wherein he was briefed on the vital role of IMTRAT in furthering the close military cooperation between India and the Royal Bhutan Army. #COAS interacted with All Ranks of Indian Army & Royal Bhutan Army at IMTRAT and lauded them for their focused joint training initiatives and leadership development. As India's oldest overseas mission, IMTRAT reflects the strength and depth of Indo-Bhutan #DefenceCooperation." Live Events — adgpi (@adgpi) Previously, the Indian Army noted that the COAS also visited the Wangchuk Lo Dzong Military Hospital and later engaged with instructors and students at the Wangchuk Lo Dzong Military School, acknowledging the importance of capacity-building and military education in the bilateral relationship, said an official statement from the Indian Army. During the visit, the COAS also visited Jamtsholing Gyaltsen Academy at Tashichhoeling in Samtse, where he was apprised of Bhutan's Gyalsung National Service programme . He interacted with the instructors and received a detailed briefing on the academy's training framework, infrastructure, and other key functional aspects. Indian Army said that the visit underscores the enduring friendship between India and Bhutan, reaffirming India's steadfast support for a close and trusted neighbour.
Hindustan Times
22-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Army chief reviews security preparedness of Amarnath Yatra
Jun 22, 2025 06:19 PM IST Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed the security in the Kashmir region and assessed preparedness for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, the Indian Army said on Sunday. Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi reviews the security grid in the Kashmir region and assess preparedness for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra on Sunday. (ANI) Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) shared on X that General Dwivedi was briefed about the operational preparedness. 'He was briefed on the current operational dynamics and the broader strategic landscape, including a demonstration on integration of advanced technologies in operations, leading to smarter decisions, enhanced surveillance and response mechanisms,' the post by ADGPI said. It said that the chief also lauded all ranks of Chinar Corps for their commitment in ensuring peace and stability through decisive counter-terror operations and initiatives aimed at development of the region & upliftment of local population. The annual Hindu pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine in south Kashmir Himalayas is commencing from July 3 this year. Every year lakhs of pilgrims visit the shrine which is at a height of 3,880 metre in south Kashmir Himalayas passing through treacherous mountain passes and ice fed streams. The government this year declared the Amarnath Yatra routes as no-flying zones from July 1 to August 10, banning drones, balloons and other objects. Consequently, the Shrine Amarnath Yatra Shrine Board on June 18 announced that there will no helicopter services for pilgrims during the yatra. All pilgrims planning to visit the shrine this year will have to trek on foot or avail the services of ponies and palkis from both Pahalgam and Baltal base camps.
United News of India
22-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Army Chief reviews security, preparedness for Amarnath Yatra
Srinagar, June 22 (UNI) Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed the security grid in Kashmir and assessed preparedness for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, Army said on Sunday. During his visit, the Army Chief was briefed on the prevailing security scenario, operational dynamics, and broader strategic landscape in the region. A demonstration was also held on the integration of advanced technologies to enhance surveillance, decision-making, and response capabilities. Army's Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI)in a post on X said COAS, reviewed the security grid in the Kashmir region and assessed preparedness for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025. 'He was briefed on the current operational dynamics and the broader strategic landscape including a demonstration on integration of advanced technologies in operations, leading to smarter decisions, enhanced surveillance and response mechanisms,' ADGPI said. The COAS lauded all ranks of Srinagar based Chinar Corps for their unwavering commitment in ensuring peace and stability through decisive counter-terror operations and initiatives aimed at development of the region & upliftment of local population. The annual Amarnath Yatra is set to begin on July 3 and conclude on August 8. Securing the pilgrimage is regarded as one of the Valley's most extensive security exercises. This year's yatra, significantly shorter than last year's 52-day schedule, comes in the backdrop of the April 22 terrorist attack that claimed the lives of 25 tourists and a local resident. UNI MJR BM
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Business Standard
20-06-2025
- Business Standard
Major progress in developing indigenous post-quantum tools: Indian Army
The Indian Army on Friday said it has taken a "significant leap" in harnessing quantum technologies with the development of indigenous post-quantum cryptography applications, a move that aims to bolster its capabilities across domains and to ensure the force remains future ready in "ever-evolving technological landscape". In a post on X, ADG PI - Indian Army also shared some photos along with a caption titled - "Enabling the Battlefield of Tomorrow with Quantum Tech". The Indian Army had declared 2024 as the 'Year of Technology Absorption' and is undertaking various initiatives to induct niche technology and systems into its inventory. "The Indian Army takes a significant leap in harnessing Quantum Technologies with the development of indigenous Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) applications," it posted. These applications have been developed by the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering (MCTE), Mhow, under the aegis of the Corps of Signals and in alignment with the technology research vision of the Chief of the Army Staff, the post read. "Post-Quantum Cryptography based solutions are being progressively integrated across Army networks - strengthening capabilities across domains and ensuring Indian Army remains future ready in ever evolving technological landscape. #Atmanirbharta #YearofTechAbsorption #DecadeofTransformation @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India," it posted.
India Gazette
17-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Indian Army contingent departs for France for joint military exercise 'Shakti'
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): An Indian Army contingent, comprising 90 personnel, departed for France on Tuesday to participate in the 8th edition of the biennial India-France Joint Military Exercise 'Shakti'. According to a release by the Ministry of Defence, the contingent, primarily from the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles along with members from other arms and services, will participate in the exercise, scheduled from June 18 to July 1, at Camp Larzac, La Cavalerie, France. Meanwhile, the French contingent, also consisting of 90 personnel, will be represented by the 13th Foreign Legion Half-Brigade (13th DBLE). The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen strategic ties between the two nations. As per the release, the exercise will highlight the growing defence cooperation between India and France. Exercise 'Shakti', a biennial training engagement, focuses on joint operations in a sub-conventional environment under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, with training conducted in semi-urban terrain. The exercise will serve as a platform for both armies to rehearse and refine tactical drills, share best practices in Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and train on new generation equipment, including contemporary military technologies. It will also foster physical endurance, esprit de corps, mutual respect, and professional camaraderie between the two forces. This edition of 'Shakti' underscores the deepening military-to-military connection and operational coordination between India and France, aligning with their broader strategic partnership. 'Exercise SHAKTI is a biennial training engagement between the Indian and French Armies, aimed at enhancing interoperability, operational coordination, and military to military connect. This edition will focus on joint operations in a sub-conventional environment under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, with training being conducted in semi-urban terrain,' the release stated. 'The exercise will provide a platform for both contingents to rehearse and refine tactical drills, share best practices in Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs), train on new generation equipment (contemporary military technologies) and strengthen physical endurance. It will also foster esprit de corps, mutual respect and professional camaraderie between the two armies,' it added. The Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) of the Army also took to X to make the announcement. 'The Indian Army contingent has departed today for France to participate in the 8th edition of Exercise Shakti, taking place in La Cavalerie, France, from 18 June to 01 July 2025. The Exercise will foster synergy and interoperability in conduct of counter terrorism operations in semi urban terrain,' ADGPI stated in the post. Last year, the 7th edition of the exercise was conducted from May 13-26 in the Umroi region of Meghalaya. (ANI)
