Tag: Armed forces
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Three terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Jammu-Kashmir
It was reported that during searches, an encounter broke out between the terrorists and security forces.
February 19, 2020 -
Priyanka, Rahul hail SC’s decision on women officers, say BJP ‘disrespected’ women
'The government disrespected every Indian woman, by arguing in the SC that women Army officers didn't deserve command posts or permanent service,' Rahul Gandhi said.
February 17, 2020 -
NGT pulls up Defence Ministry as armed forces fail to comply with environmental norms
The green tribunal further directed the Defence Ministry to name the erring Joint Secretary within two weeks.
February 14, 2020 -
‘Armed forces at cusp of transformation’: General Bipin Rawat
Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat had courted controversy last month with his 'political' criticism of the protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act.
February 12, 2020 -
For lasting reconciliation
Everyday lives in Nagaland have been shaped out of violence and coercion, exerted both by the postcolonial state and warring Naga factions.
November 18, 2019 -
Soldiers deserve our respect, says Vidyut Jammwal
"They deserve our patience, courtesy and respect for tirelessly working to keep us secure."
September 22, 2019 -
MoD rejects Vice Admiral Bimal Verma plea against govt decision on Navy chief post
Rejecting the plea, the MoD claimed that seniority is not the only criteria for top appointments in the armed forces and deep selection has been done several times in the past.
May 18, 2019 -
Poll officer dissented in EC decision to give clean chit to PM Modi, Amit Shah: Report
The 'full Commission' which takes such decisions comprises Chief Election Commissioner Sunil Arora and fellow election commissioners Ashok Lavasa and Sushil Chandra.
May 4, 2019 -
Apologised to SC not PM Modi, ‘chowkidar chor hai’ slogan stands: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi was earlier pulled up by the Supreme Court for 'incorrectly attributing' a remark on the Rafale order to it.
May 4, 2019 -
Congress moves SC over EC ‘inaction’ against PM Modi, Amit Shah for poll violations
The Congress had earlier moved the Election Commission against PM Modi and Shah for allegedly 'dragging' the armed forces in politics repeatedly.
April 29, 2019 -
Row erupts over veterans’ letter to President against use of armed forces for ‘political agendas’
The letter from 156 veterans was reportedly sent to the President on Thursday, the day the national elections began.
April 12, 2019 -
Armed forces should not be politicised
The armed forces belong to the nation and swear allegiance to the Constitution. They are responsible to the nation, not a political party, individual or political leader.
April 9, 2019 -
Congress manifesto ‘anti-forces’, AFSPA promise demoralising military: Nirmala Sitharaman
Sitharaman said the Congress manifesto will be interpreted as being in favour of terrorists as it wants to dilute the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act.
April 3, 2019 -
Vadakkan? No, he is not a big leader: Rahul Gandhi brushes off Tom Vadakkan’s switch to BJP
In a major setback for the Congress ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, senior leader Tom Vadakkan on Thursday joined the BJP saying he was 'hurt' by his party’s questioning of the integrity of armed forces.
March 15, 2019 -
Stop misuse of armed forces’ heroics for political gains: Ex-Navy chief to EC
In his two-page letter, former Navy chief Admiral L Ramdas said the armed forces have always prided themselves on belonging to a structure, an ethos and an environment which have been both apolitical and secular.
March 9, 2019 -
India will use might to protect sovereignty if needed: President Kovind
According to the President, the IAF has over the years grown into a modern, technology-intensive force distinguished by its commitment to excellence and professionalism.
March 4, 2019 -
Full text of the armed forces joint statement on security situation
Top commander of the armed forces have said the three services are in a "heightened state of alert" and ready to give a befitting response to any misadventure by Pakistan
February 28, 2019