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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Attestation parade of fifth Agniveer batch of MLIRC in Belagavi held
Belagavi: The fifth batch of Agniveer under the Agnipath scheme witnessed the culmination of training on Thursday. On this occasion, a ceremonial attestation parade with full military traditions was held at the Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC), Belagavi. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A total of 659 Agniveers were recognised after their successful completion of 31 weeks of training. The attestation parade of the Agniveers was reviewed by Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee, commandant of the MLIRC, who applauded the Agniveers for their immaculate turnout and very high standards of drill. The parade was commanded by Agniveer Gajanan Rathod, while Lt Col Digvijay Singh was the parade adjutant. The Agniveers took the Oath of Affirmation in the presence of the national flag, the regimental flag, and religious holy books in an impressive ceremony witnessed by their parents, serving and retired fraternity of the regiment, dignitaries of Belagavi, cadets of NCC, and the young students of various schools. The pride with which the Agniveers took the oath made the ceremony even more impressive. Addressing the newly attested Agniveers, the reviewing officer reminded them of the rich heritage and the glory of the Maratha Light Infantry, as one of the oldest infantry regiments of the . He also stressed the importance of discipline and physical fitness in a soldier's life. He exuded confidence in the training conducted at the regimental centre and assured that it would stand the young soldiers in good stead before wishing them the very best in their future assignments. The reviewing officer also awarded medals to the meritorious Agniveers for excelling in different spheres of training. Naik Yashwant Ghadge, Victoria Cross Medal for overall best Agniveer, was awarded to Agniveer Kaple Krishnat. The attestation parade concluded with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Sharqat War Memorial, to pay respect to the brave hearts of the regiment by the reviewing officer and the Agniveers. The proud parents were also felicitated with the Gaurav Padak to honour them for motivating their wards to serve the nation.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
659 Agniveers graduate out of MLIRC in Belagavi
As many as 659 Agniveers passed out of the Maratha Light Infantry Regimental Centre (MLIRC) in Belagavi on Thursday. The fifth batch of Agniveer under the Agnipath scheme witnessed the culmination of training. A ceremonial attestation parade with full military traditions was organised at MLIRC. As many as 659 Agniveers were attested after their successful completion of 31 weeks of training. The attestation parade of the Agniveers was reviewed by Commandant of MLIRC Brigadier Joydip Mukherjee who applauded the Agniveers for their immaculate turnout and very high standards of drill. The parade was commanded by Agniveer Gajanan Rathod, while Lt. Col. Digvijay Singh was the parade adjutant. The Agniveers took the Oath of Affirmation in presence of the national flag, the regimental flag and holy religious books in an impressive ceremony witnessed by parents of the Agniveers, serving and retired fraternity of the regiment, dignitaries of Belagavi, cadets of NCC and the young students of various schools. The pride with which the Agniveers took oath made the ceremony even more impressive. Addressing the newly attested Agniveers, the reviewing officer reminded them of the rich heritage and the glory of MLIRC as one of the oldest Infantry regiments of the Indian Army. He also stressed upon the importance of discipline and physical fitness in a soldier's life. He exuded the confidence in the training given at the Regimental Centre and said that it will stand the young soldiers in good stead before wishing them the very best in their future assignments. The reviewing officer also awarded medals to meritorious Agniveers for excelling in different spheres of training. Naik Yashwant Ghadge Victoria Cross Medal for overall Best Agniveer was awarded to Agniveer Kaple Krishnat. The attestation parade concluded with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the Sharqat War Memorial to pay respects to the bravehearts of the regiment by the reviewing officer and the Agniveers. The proud parents of the Agniveers were also felicitated with Gaurav Padak to honor them for motivating their wards to serve the nation, according to a release.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Kolkata's iconic yellow taxis get a green makeover: 30 new dual-fuel cabs hit the streets
The legacy of Kolkata's iconic yellow taxis received a fresh lease on life on Tuesday, as 30 new-generation, eco-friendly cabs joined the city's streets, blending vintage charm with modern sustainability. Powered by a dual fuel system — compressed natural gas (CNG) and battery — these taxis mark a significant step in reducing the city's dependence on diesel-powered vehicles. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata With this rollout, the total number of new-age yellow cabs in Kolkata has now reached 80, all operated via the Yastri Sathi mobile app, making them easily accessible to tech-savvy commuters. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Nature Meets Science: This Spray Is Turning Heads in Ear Health Stop Tinnitus Now Learn More Undo The initiative, led by Premier Car World in collaboration with Maruti Suzuki, seeks to revive the spirit of Kolkata's classic yellow Ambassador taxis — long considered a cultural emblem of the city — while meeting modern environmental standards. The new fleet is based on the Maruti Suzuki WagonR, known for its efficiency, compact design, and urban friendliness. 'This is where heritage meets innovation,' said Ramesh Chandra Agarwal of Car World during the launch event. 'We are not just delivering vehicles; we are reviving an emotion deeply woven into Kolkata's identity. Our goal is to introduce around 3,000 such vehicles this financial year, making the city's transport cleaner and more efficient.' Joydip Mukherjee of Heritage Mobility, the company managing the fleet, highlighted the enthusiastic public response. 'There's been a tremendous uptick in demand through the Yastri Sathi App . Passengers are thrilled to see the familiar yellow cab in a modern avatar,' he said. For decades, the yellow Ambassador taxi stood as an enduring symbol of Kolkata's bustling life, captured in films, artworks, and the memories of locals and tourists alike. However, regulatory changes and environmental concerns led to a gradual phasing out of these diesel-powered classics. The newly launched fleet not only pays homage to that history but also ushers in a cleaner, more efficient era of public transport. With modern amenities, eco-friendly technology, and a nod to nostalgia, the new yellow taxis promise a smoother, greener ride through the City of Joy.
