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Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Uttarakhand cloudburst: Army gets radars to search for missing, including 9 of its own
Army personnel in the rescue operation in Dharali and Harsil (Image Credit: Army Central Command) DEHRADUN: Indian Army is set to intensify search operations to trace nine of its personnel-including one JCO-from its Harsil camp along with civilians missing in Dharali village following the devastating flash flood of Tuesday. Army officials said Para (Special Forces) and medics were airlifted to Harsil to bolster ongoing rescue efforts. The decision was taken after General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Command Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta and General Officer Commanding of Uttarakhand Sub-Area Maj Gen MPS Gill arrived in Harsil to oversee efforts firsthand. Chief of Staff, Army Central Command, Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva said a total of 225 personnel, including specialised engineers and medical teams, were pressed for search and rescue operation. "On Thursday, Para (Special Force) troops from Agra were airlifted in AN32 and C295 aircraft of the Indian Air Force to assist in the rescue operation. The Army has also deployed rescue dogs and drones along with ground penetrating radars," said Sachdeva. He added that due to connectivity issues in the affected areas, logistic drones are being used to airdrop rations to civilians and stranded tourists. "We have set up four fully functional joint control rooms in Dehradun, Joshimath, Harsil and Dharali, with satellite-based internet terminals and phones, to ensure communication lines in the area," Sachdeva said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Got Knee Pain? Treatment in Banani Might Surprise You Knee Pain Treatment | Search Ads Undo Porter Gopal Raj, who was assisting Army personnel at Harsil camp and is now undergoing treatment in Uttarkashi district hospital after being rescued, said, "Following information about disaster on Tuesday, some troops left for Dharali and more were about to leave. I was helping them when suddenly a mudslide hit us." He added: "Around 20 of us were swept away for several metres. I was among those. Army personnel standing near the river with ropes rescued me." Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Scholars Home's Rakhi bond with Army
with puc Scholars Home School students celebrated Rakshabandhan with officials of Indian Army, tying rakhis on Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta and Lt Gen Naveen Sachdeva. Led by the school's director, Sarita Jaiswal, and principal Anupam Singh, the students presented 1,500 rakhis, handcrafted by them, to honour the brave soldiers. The military officials appreciated the students' thoughtful initiative.
Time of India
01-08-2025
- Time of India
Army's Central Command flags off 2000km Himalayan motorcycle expedition to celebrate Op Sindoor
Dehradun: The 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."
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Science
- Time of India
IIT Kanpur to develop avalanche victim detection system for Army
Lucknow: To enhance safety of soldiers in high-altitude and glaciated regions, the 's Central Command has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with IIT-Kanpur to develop an Auto-Luminescent Avalanche Victim Detection System (AAVDS). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The collaboration was formalized under Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Surya Command. The alliance intends to harness homegrown technological prowess to create an advanced system designed to swiftly detect and pinpoint the location of soldiers buried beneath avalanche snow. AAVDS will feature a luminating liquid, deployed from a compact device worn by soldiers, which marks their location in the snow— drastically reducing rescue time and increasing survival chances. Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, commenting on the partnership, described it as a pivotal moment in leveraging indigenous innovation to equip the armed forces with cutting-edge tools for rescuing avalanche victims in challenging high-altitude zones. He emphasized the strategic importance of this technological leap. Lieutenant General Navin Sachdeva, Chief of Staff of Surya Command, underscored the initiative's reflection of the Indian Army's dedication to achieving self-reliance in defence technology, thereby enhancing the operational effectiveness of troops in extreme environments. Subramany, a senior professor and project lead at IIT Kanpur, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, noting it as a prime opportunity for local research bodies to directly uplift the Indian Army's capabilities. He reaffirmed IIT Kanpur's commitment to spearheading more transformative projects ahead. The project's oversight will be handled by an Ordnance Maintenance Company under the Central Command's headquarters, led by Lt Col Piyush Dhariwal. Beyond military use, the technology holds promise for civilian applications, offering enhanced safety for mountaineers and adventure enthusiasts in avalanche-prone regions.
Economic Times
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Army holds discussion on shared Indo-Tibetan heritage
Shimla: India and Tibet are two ancient civilisations with interwoven roots that continue to shape a shared identity, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command, said on Saturday. He was addressing a seminar on shared Indo-Tibetan heritage and linked understanding of national security organised by the Army's central command in Shimla. The event brought together scholars, strategists and senior military leaders to examine the deep civilisational ties between India and Tibet and assess their relevance to contemporary border management and regional stability. "The rationale for conducting the seminar stemmed from a growing recognition within the strategic community that cultural depth and historical continuity are essential components of national security particularly in the sensitive Himalayan frontier," an official statement. The seminar -- 'Interwoven Roots: Shared Indo-Tibetan Heritage' -- tried to explored the shared heritage and strategic understanding. Addressing the seminar held at Army Training Command (ARTRAC) here, Lt Gen Sengupta emphasised the significance of cultural diplomacy in national strategy and underscored the Army's commitment to preserving India's territorial and civilisational integrity, a statement issued here said. Asserting that "India and Tibet are two ancient civilisations with interwoven roots that continue to shape a shared identity," Sengupta said that the seminar is a platform to explore the profound historical, cultural, spiritual, and strategic ties that bind India and Tibet." Delving into the strategic dimension, he said, "From the 1962 war to the Nathu La clashes, we have seen that the terrain demands not just readiness, but surveillance, technological connectivity and a nuanced strategy. The seminar concluded with a call to strengthen border area development, promote archaeological research, facilitate archival access and revive cultural exchanges, including opening new routes for Kailash Yatra, improving local radio broadcasts beyond borders and preserving endangered Himalayan languages. The day-long seminar, post the visit of the participants to forward areas along this front between June 24-27, was envisioned as a platform to bridge strategic studies with cultural scholarship allowing defence professionals to draw on historical insight while shaping responses to emerging challenges in border areas. "India and Tibet share not just a border but a long and layered relationship marked by spiritual resonance, cultural fusion, ancient trade linkages and shared civilisational values," the statement said.
