Jaipur Veterans Share Stories of Bullets as Badges of Honour
Decorated ex-soldiers gathered in Jaipur for Armed Forces Veterans Day, recounting combat experiences and living with bullets still lodged in their bodies as symbols of sacrifice.
Decorated ex-soldiers gathered in Jaipur for Armed Forces Veterans Day, recounting combat experiences and living with bullets still lodged in their bodies as symbols of sacrifice.
Jaipur welcomes the 78th Army Day Parade outside cantonment for the first time. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attends Shaurya Sandhya, while COAS General Upendra Dwivedi honors veterans and soldiers.
District magistrate Akshay Tripathi felicitated families of soldiers, including Veer Naris and medal awardees, at the 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day event in Bahraich.
The White Tiger Division in Jhansi marked the 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day with a special program. They addressed veterans' concerns about pay and pensions while celebrating their service.
Chandigarh commemorated the 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day, honoring veterans' service and sacrifice. The event highlighted Lt Col Ravinder Jit Randhawa's inspiring journey as India's first 'Veer Nari' commissioned into the Army.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha praised armed forces veterans as inspirational figures for young people in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasizing their discipline and service.
Lt Gen Sukriti Singh Dahiya highlights Himachal Pradesh's deep military ties at the 10th Armed Forces Veterans' Day in Shimla, praising sacrifices and launching welfare initiatives.
Governor Arif Mohammed Khan inaugurated Veterans' Day rally in Danapur, paying tribute to soldiers' courage and service. The event saw 2,000 veterans, Veer Naris gather with patriotic fervor.
The 10th Veterans' Day celebration at Mathura Military Station honoured India's armed forces veterans. Lieutenant General V. Hariharan praised their service and discussed government welfare policies.
The Indian Army's Tawang Brigade marked Veterans' Day at the Tawang War Memorial, paying tribute to ex-servicemen and 'veer naris' while launching welfare initiatives and honoring distinguished veterans for their post-retirement contributions.
Air Force Station Pune commemorates Field Marshal KM Cariappa's retirement anniversary with a veterans day event, featuring wreath-laying and welfare initiatives for thousands of attendees.
Air Force Station Pune prepares for the 10th Defence Forces Veterans' Day on January 14, expecting 4000-5000 veterans to address key issues and honor service.
Vice-Admiral Sanjay Bhalla interacts with Navy Foundation, detailing new healthcare initiatives and reaffirming support for veterans' families. Read about the Navy's vision for a self-reliant future.
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Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
The Ministry of Defence has implemented a 100% increase in financial assistance for ex-servicemen and dependents. Key grants for penury, education, and marriage have been doubled, reinforcing support for veterans.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
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Over 1,500 defence veterans are the decisive vote bank in the Chandigarh Golf Club election. Candidates vie for their support on issues like green fee parity and membership.
A 73-year-old naval officer's widow in Goa battles bureaucratic delays as cashless treatment stops at the sole ECHS hospital. Over 10,000 veterans affected. Read her urgent plea.
Following a Supreme Court directive, the Ministry of Defence has formed a committee to re-evaluate the non-functional upgradation (NFU) issue for armed forces personnel. Details inside.
Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), a subsidiary of Bharat Electronics, signs a major ₹1,500 crore contract with the Indian Ministry of Defence. Details on the deal and market reaction inside.