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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
RRU helps set tune in martial music's Indian homecoming
1 2 3 Ahmedabad: The next time you see the armed forces on a parade ground, chances are high that you might hear 'Kadam Kadam Badhaye Ja,' the anthem of the Indian National Army, instead of 'Colonel Bogey March' from 1914. Marking a cultural shift, the armed forces bands in 2022 embraced 'Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo' during the Beating Retreat ceremony at Kartavya Path instead of the traditional 'Abide with Me'. Aiming to take the initiative further is the newly inaugurated School of NCC and Police Martial Music Band (SNPMMB) at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU). At the RRU school, officials aim to train the state police and central armed police forces (CAPFs) in newly created Indian tunes and compose new ones to 'Indianize martial music. ' This is the first such school in a university setting in the country. Until now, bands in uniformed services were traditionally trained at special colleges and training schools. Senior RRU officials say the inspiration is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to make the music of India 'not merely entertainment, but a vehicle for expression, connection, and identity'. The initiatives started in 2016 with the use of Indian tunes on major occasions, they added. Major (Retd) Ashok Kumar, principal of the school and former director of music at the Joint Services Training Institute, AEC Training College & Centre, Pachmarhi — which trains musicians for the armed forces — says that military bands are traditionally taught tunes that have been part of military tradition for over a century. "We have over 200 such tunes which are used for different functions and ceremonies. In the past decade or so, Indian experts have been creating several notations and tunes that are rooted in our culture. Our aim would be to both create new tunes for the bands of CAPF and police forces and to teach the newly created Indian tunes to these bands," says Major Kumar. Some examples of such tunes include 'Veer Bharat' and 'Amar Senani', composed by Indian military musicians. These are now played regularly at various state and armed forces events. 'INS Vikrant,' 'Veer Bharat,' 'Desh Pukare,' 'Vayu Shakti,' 'Hindustan,' and 'Priyadarshini' are some more examples that reflect a rich Indian voice. Renjith G, senior instructor at SNPMMB, says the school is attempting to go a step further and create Indian raga and taal-based music in a global musical language. "Our initiative is to create original Indian tunes rooted in the country's rich musical heritage and legacy," he adds. Dr Gaurav Singh Kushwah, in-charge director of the school, calls Indianizing martial music tradition in India a major initiative. "Our aim is to teach Indian tunes primarily to CAPF and state police bands. We aim to provide trained musicians to security forces who will learn the Indian tunes and notations," he says. The first batch of 40 musicians from Rajasthan Police Central Band is already being trained at the university. RRU officials say that the courses are designed both for in-service musicians and aspiring candidates at multiple levels – from diploma to PhD. Students will be taught Indian and Western musical systems, orchestration, band drill protocols, ceremonial etiquette, and theoretical training. The first initiative for the overhaul will be the formation of the National Music Classification Forum that will attempt to find Indian alternatives for Western bugle calls like Reveille, Last Post, and Retreat.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
CAPF personnel injured during operations will get full benefits till retirement: Union Home Secretary
Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel who get severely injured during operations and have to undergo amputation will be allowed to continue in service till their retirement with all benefits, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan said on Sunday (July 27, 2025). Mr. Mohan said the government will ensure the best medical facilities and technology available in the world for 'limb replacement surgery' for CAPF officials and jawans and it will be ensured that loss of limbs is corrected as far as possible. 'Government will also ensure a minimum financial package for such personnel, and they will be accommodated in the organisation,' Mr. Mohan said, while addressing the 87th Raising Day of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Delhi. CAPF personnel have to adhere to certain physical standards for timely promotion and services. At least five CRPF personnel were grievously injured during the 21-day anti-Maoist operations on Chhattisgarh-Telangana border that concluded on May 11. Named 'Operation Black Forest', the combing operations were carried out in the Karegutta Hills (KGH). Hardships in the line of duty The Home Secretary added that a large number of CRPF personnel, including women, are deployed for law-and-order duty in Manipur after an ethnic conflict erupted in the State in May 2023. He said that during his recent visit to the State, he noticed that the personnel have to move from one location to another and face various hardships due to lack of adequate facilities. 'CRPF Director General has been asked to submit a report on the facilities required for the jawans, particularly women. Home Ministry will ensure best facilities,' Mr. Mohan said. He added that efforts are also underway to improve the living conditions at the camps in Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) affected areas. 'CRPF is playing a key role in ending LWE menace before March 2026,' he said, adding that 149 forward operating bases have been operationalised in LWE areas, forcing Maoists to retreat. The official said that LWE is on the verge of its end in Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal. He said that Home Minister Amit Shah mentioned at the National Security Strategies Conference on Sunday (July 27, 2025) that India's rising stature would lead to security challenges and the CAPFs would play an important role in thwarting those challenges.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
CAPF troops suffering permanent disability to get financial package, due pay and honour: Home secy
New Delhi, Officers and jawans of the CFs who lose their limbs or suffer any permanent disability during operations will continue to remain in service and get their due promotions and pay apart from a one-time basic monetary package, Home Secretary Govid Mohan said on Sunday. CAPF troops suffering permanent disability to get financial package, due pay and honour: Home secy Mohan was speaking to the personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force here on the occasion of their 87th Raising Day. A senior Central Armed Police Forces officer told PTI that a committee of officers has been constituted under the chairmanship of CRPF director general Gyanendra Pratap Singh and it is expected to finalise its recommendations and the modalities for the roll out of the plan in the next few months. The officer said there are hundreds of CF personnel who have lost their legs, hands or eyes and have suffered permanent disability due to an improvised explosive device blast or similar incidents during operations over the last decades. While there are hardly any cases where a jawan or officer was removed from service due to such injuries, many suffer due to lack of promotions as they fail to conform to the linked fitness norms, the officer said. The committee will work to relax there norms and ensure officers and jawans suffering amputation or any other permanent disability get their promotions and facilities that they would have got otherwise, he said. "The Ministry of Home Affairs has decided that the jawans and officers who lose their limbs or suffer bodily disability during operations will not be removed from service. "Such personnel will be posted to work in some chosen units of these forces and it will be ensured that their pay, allowances are continued till their retirement," Mohan said. He added that the "honour and respect" of such brave personnel will be ensured and they will serve till the end of their normal retirement with their head held high. "We will implement the best practices that are available across the globe in this limb replacement surgeries," he said. The top MHA officer added that such personnel will also be provided a "basic minimum monetary package" and the ministry will get this fund from a current government scheme or from the budget allocated to the respective CFs. "This is being done to assure our jawans that a strong MHA and Government of India are there to back them up when they face adversities...," the secretary said. Mohan also asked the CFs to prepare for "emerging threats" and ensure that they adapt to new technology, which was their "biggest friend" in operations and intelligence gathering. The Home Ministry will ensure new technology gadgets and equipments to the forces so that the troops in operations are saved from getting affected by physical or mental health issues, he said. Mohan said Home Minister Amit Shah, while addressing a conference of security officers on Saturday, said that as India's economy grows and it makes a tall stride amongst the comity of nations, "challenges" on the security front will "increase", he said. The CFs like CRPF, hence, will have a very vital role to play, he said. Taking about ensuring "basic amenities" to the troops of these forces, Mohan said he recently conducted a tour of Manipur and found the women personnel were facing issues related to "basic facilities" while undertaking duty movements. He said the camps of the CFs, including of the CRPF, in the Left Wing Extremism affected regions were also facing the lack of basic amenities like roads, electricity, drinking water etc. "The MHA will ensure all such basic facilities are ensured to the troops very very quickly...," he said. The home secretary said the MHA was providing a number of technical gadgets to the forces under its command including drones that can penetrate thick jungle foliage and beneath the ground to detect IEDs. The secretary, during the event, awarded gallantry medals to CRPF personnel and to the family members of those who were killed in action. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
Sports Min Mandaviya leads ‘Sundays on Cycle' honouring Kargil heroes
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya led the 'Sundays on Cycle' campaign here, marking Kargil Vijay Diwas and celebrating the spirit of fitness and patriotism. The event witnessed over 800 participants, including personnel from the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), National Service Scheme (NSS), Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), Gujarat Vidyapeeth, local cycling groups, and fitness enthusiasts. Across the country, CAPF personnel took centre stage as special partners in the campaign. A prominent rally in Srinagar was organised by the Srinagar Sector CRPF, with officers and jawans cycling from the historic Lal Chowk Clock Tower to SKICC Srinagar, echoing national pride and unity. The 'Sundays on Cycle' initiative was simultaneously conducted at over 6,000 locations, uniting people in the dual mission of saluting our Kargil War heroes and promoting a healthier, fitter India. 'Every year on July 26, we honour the bravery of our soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas. Carrying that spirit forward, today we proudly joined hands with our armed forces for the 'Sundays on Cycle' campaign. I had the honour of cycling alongside our armed forces and CAPF personnel to pay tribute to our brave soldiers," said Mandaviya. "The vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) begins with Swasth Bharat (Healthy India). When people are physically fit, their mental and emotional resilience also grows—and a nation made up of such individuals becomes unstoppable. Fitness is not just about the body; it's a way of life that fuels discipline, focus, and purpose. I urge every citizen to dedicate at least one hour everyday to cycling or physical activity. When we move together, we grow together. A fit Bharat is a united Bharat, and together we will build a stronger, healthier, more self-reliant India," he added. In Delhi, despite overcast skies, more than 1,000 people joined the Sundays on Cycle event at Cannaught Place. The event was energised further by a spirited biking rally by the SHOR Foundation, which led a youth contingent through the city, raising slogans and waving the Tricolour in remembrance of the Kargil martyrs. Colonel Bakshi, a Kargil War veteran, who joined the Delhi rally, said, "This initiative has brought people of all ages together. At nearly 70, I feel proud to be part of something so inspiring." At the Delhi cycling rally was captain Akhilesh Saxena who lauded the movement. "The one most important aspect of a nation's strength, is the health of its citizens. I am filled with immense joy and pride in seeing citizens coming together to focus on their health and participate in Sundays on Cycle campaign," he said. The Delhi edition, conducted in collaboration with Raahgiri Foundation, also included yoga, Zumba, rope skipping, and interactive games for children like carrom, chess, ludo, and mini golf. 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' is spearheaded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with the Cycling Federation of India (CFI), Rope Skipping team led by Dr. Shikha Gupta, Raahgiri Foundation, MY Bharat, and My Bikes. The drive runs concurrently across all state and UT capitals, SAI Regional Centres, National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs), SAI Training Centres (STCs), and Khelo India centres.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
UPSC CAPF admit card 2025 released at upsc.gov.in: Check direct link and how to download here
The Union Public Service Commission ( UPSC ) has announced the release of the CAPF Assistant Commandant Admit Card 2025 on July 25, 2025, available via the official portal or . This latest development is a crucial milestone for candidates preparing for the CAPF written examination scheduled for August 3, 2025. With approximately 357 vacancies across forces like BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB, aspirants must now download and verify their hall tickets using their Registration ID (or Roll Number) and Date of Birth. The admit card contains important details including exam centre, shift timings, candidate photograph, and exam-day instructions. Candidates are advised to download early, verify accuracy, and carry a printed copy along with valid photo ID to the exam hall. How to download UPSC CAPF admit card Here is how candidates can download their UPSC hall tickets online: Visit the UPSC official website: or Navigate to 'E‑Admit Cards for Various UPSC Examinations' . Select 'Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination 2025'. Read instructions, click Yes, and proceed. Log in using Registration ID or Roll Number, Date of Birth, and Captcha. Click Submit to view and download your admit card. Take multiple printouts for safety. Direct link to download UPSC CAPF admit card here . Check and verify admit card details After downloading the UPSC admit card, candidates are advised to cross check all the details mentioned in it carefully. Ensure that the following elements are accurate: Candidate's Name, Roll Number, Registration ID Photograph and Signature Exam Date, Time, Venue and Reporting Time Exam Centre Code and Instructions for the exam day In case of discrepancies, immediately contact UPSC via their facilitation counter or helpdesk. UPSC CAPF 2025 exam day guidelines Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid government-issued photo ID, such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, or Driving Licence. They must not bring mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, electronic gadgets, books, notes, or food items (unless medically necessary) to the exam centre. Candidates are advised to arrive at the exam venue at least 60 minutes before the scheduled time to complete security checks and formalities without delay. Latecomers may be denied entry even if they have a valid admit card and ID. TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
