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2 weeks ago

Army Vice Chief pays tribute to late General Bipin Rawat on his death anniversary

Indian Army Vice Chief Lt General NS Raja Subramani paid tribute to the first Chief of Defence Staff and longest-serving General, Bipin Rawat, on his third death anniversary on December 8. Vice Chief of the Army Staff Lt General NS Raja Subramani and Vice Admiral Atul Anand, Additional Secretary in the Department of Military Affairs, attended the event as special …

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Philippine VP's bodyguards swapped out amid investigation

Raw Story

Philippine security forces said Wednesday they had replaced Vice President Sara Duterte's bodyguards, days after the justice department launched a probe into her alleged death threat against President Ferdinand Marcos. But the decision to swap out Duterte's security detail, a mix of soldiers and police officers, was related to a separate investigation, a police spokeswoman and the country's military chief …

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5 months ago

Nominations for National Guard leaders languish, triggering concerns as top officers retire

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The top four officers of the National Guard Bureau have left or are set to retire in about two weeks, and to date no nominations for their replacements have been confirmed by the Senate, leaving the bureau, the Air Guard and the Army Guard without permanent leadership as they head into a busy hurricane season and a potentially …

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5 months ago

Aatmanirbharta cannot be at the cost of nation’s defence: IAF Vice Chief

The Hindu

Aatmanirbharta is what we are riding on, but this self-reliance cannot be at the cost of the nation’s defence, Vice Chief of Indian Air Force Air Marshal A. P. Singh said on July 19 in a reality check to the ongoing push towards indigenisation in the defence sector. “Nation’s defence comes first and foremost and if Indian Air Force or …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi appointed next Indian Army chief: 10 things to know about him

Live Mint

Lt. Gen. Upendra Dwivedi has been appointed the next Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding incumbent General Manoj Pande, the government announced Tuesday night. In an official statement, the defence ministry said, “The government has appointed Lt. Gen. Upendra Dwivedi, presently serving as Vice Chief of the Army Staff, as the next Chief of the Army Staff with effect from …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan takes over as navy’s vice chief

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Wednesday took over as the Indian Navy’s vice chief, filling a key role earlier held by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi who assumed charge as the country’s navy chief on Tuesday. Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan inspects a guard of honour Swaminathan is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakvasla; the Joint Services Command …

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10 months ago

Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi assumes charge as Vice Chief of Army Staff

The Hindu

Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Army Staff. He will be the senior-most officer in the Army when Army Chief Lt. Gen. Manoj Pande retires from service in May and is in line for the top post based on seniority. “On assumption of appointment, Lt. Gen. Dwivedi laid a wreath at the National …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi appointed as next Vice Chief of Army Staff

India TV News

New Delhi: Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi has been appointed as the next Vice Chief of Army Staff. New Northern Army Commander Meanwhile, Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar has been appointed as the new Northern Army Commander. Prior to taking over as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, Lieutenant General Kumar was tenanting the appointment …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi appointed Vice Chief of Navy

Hindustan Times

Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi officially assumed the role of Vice Chief of the Naval Staff on Thursday. An alumnus of Sainik School Rewa and the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Vice Admiral Tripathi joined the Indian Navy on July 1, 1985. Throughout his career, Vice Admiral Tripathi held key operational and staff positions, such as Fleet Operations Officer of the …

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1 year ago

Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi to become India's new Vice Chief of Navy Staff

Hindustan Times

The Government of India has approved several high-profile appointments, including the elevation of Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi to the position of Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, according to people aware of the matter. Vice Admiral Tripathi, currently serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, is set to take on the crucial role of Vice …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Lt General MV Suchindra Kumar takes over as Vice Chief of Army Staff

Live Mint

New Delhi: Lieutenant General MV Suchindra Kumar assumed the position of the Vice Chief of the Army Staff on Wednesday. “The General officer has taken over the appointment from Lieutenant General BS Raju, who has assumed Jaipur based Sapta Shakti Command,” the Ministry of Defence said. The General Officer has held various staff and instructional appointments to include an instructional …

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2 years ago

Vice Chief of Army Staff proceeds on a visit to Malaysia

Firstpost

The visit of the VCOAS will further deepen the bilateral relationships between the two Armies and act as a catalyst for closer coordination and cooperation between the two countries New Delhi: Lieutenant General BS Raju, the Vice Chief of Army Staff has proceeded on a three-day visit to Malaysia from 8-10 December 2022. During the visit, the Vice Chief will …

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2 years ago

Navy focusing on underwater capabilities: ENC chief

Deccan Chronicle

VISAKHAPATNAM: Indian Navy is enhancing its underwater surveillance capabilities, apart from adding more submarines and anti-submarine warfare vessels, disclosed flag officer commanding-in-chief Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta of the Eastern Naval Command. Addressing media aboard INS Jalashwa in Visakhapatnam on Saturday on the eve of Navy Day, the vice admiral underlined that underwater is a challenging domain as only sound and …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Almost all defence orders will now only be given to indigenous manufacturers, says Army Vice Chief BS Raju

Firstpost

While inaugurating the North Tech symposium, Lt Gen Raju said that the Indian Army has entered into contracts worth Rs 40,000 crore with the indigenous defence industry in the last two years Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir: In a bid to ensure the country’s self-reliance in defence, the Indian Army has signed contracts worth Rs 40,000 crore with indigenous defence manufacturers, …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Lt. Gen. B.S. Raju to take over as army vice-chief

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: The government on Friday appointed Lieutenant General Baggavalli Somashekar Raju as the next Vice Chief of the Army Staff. He will succeed incumbent Lt Gen Manoj Pande who will take the reins of the 13-lakh-strong Army after Chief of Army Staff Gen. M.M. Lt. Gen. Raju's appointment is one of rare instances where an officer has been promoted …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Lt Gen BS Raju to take over as Vice Chief of Indian Army on May 1

Firstpost

Lt Gen Raju will succeed incumbent Lt Gen Manoj Pande who will take the reins of the 1.3 million-strong Army after Army Chief Gen MM Naravane completes his term on Saturday New Delhi: Lieutenant General Baggavalli Somashekar Raju has been appointed as the new Vice Chief of Army Staff and he will take over on 1 May, 2022. Lt Gen …

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2 years, 9 months ago

US sanctions on Russia won't affect us significantly: IAF Vice Chief

India TV News

The Indian Air Force will not be significantly impacted by the US sanctions on Russia and India's relations with both the countries remain strong, Vice Chief Air Marshal Sandeep Singh said on Wednesday. When asked if US sanctions on Russia will impact the IAF, Singh said, "Things are still unfolding. Three aircraft have departed to evacuate stranded citizens, the Indian …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Stealth-guided destroyer INS Visakhapatnam, submarine INS Vela: How Indian Navy's new commissions will help expand its footprint

Firstpost

The Indian Navy’s plan to become a 170-ship force is on track but some changes in the timelines for it are being made in view of certain delays, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Satish Namdeo Ghormade said on Tuesday. In this month alone, the Indian Navy will commission Visakhapatnam – the first stealth guided-missile destroyer ship of …

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3 years, 2 months ago

Armed forces' role in Doklam stand-off, Galwan clashes enhanced India's stature: Army Vice Chief

India Today

The role played by the Indian armed forces during the Doklam episode and the Galwan Valley clashes not only enhanced India's prestige but also raised its stature globally, Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen C P Mohanty said on Sunday. Citing recent events, Lt Gen Mohanty said, "What has happened in Doklam and Galwan not only enhanced the prestige …

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3 years, 2 months ago

Armed Forces Role in Doklam Episode, Galwan Clashes Enhanced India's Stature: Army Vice Chief

News 18

The role played by the Indian armed forces during the Doklam episode and the Galwan Valley clashes not only enhanced India's prestige but also raised its stature globally, Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen C P Mohanty said on Sunday. Citing recent events, Lt Gen Mohanty said, "What has happened in Doklam and Galwan not only enhanced the prestige …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Air Marshal VR Chaudhari appointed new IAF chief; to take over from RKS Bhadauria on 30 Sept

Firstpost

Air Marshal Chaudhari was commissioned into the fighter stream of the Indian Air Force on 29 December, 1982. New Delhi: Air Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari will take charge as the chief of the Indian Air Force after the incumbent, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, retires on 30 September, the defence ministry said on Tuesday. Air Marshal Chaudhari is presently serving …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Air Marshal VR Chaudhari to be the next Chief of Air Staff

India Today

Government has decided to appoint Air Marshal V R Chaudhari presently Vice Chief of Air Staff as the next Chief of Air Staff. Current Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, retires from service on September 30, 2021, the defence ministry said on Wednesday. Air Marshal Chaudhari has held various Command, Staff and Instructional Appointments at various levels …

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3 years, 4 months ago

After 18 months in prison, Samsung de facto chief Lee Jae-yong to be released early on parole

The Hindu

South Korea said on August 9 it will release Samsung's de facto chief, Lee Jae-yong, on parole this week after he spent a total of 18 months behind bars for his role in a massive corruption scandal. A global chip shortage and Samsung's role in striking a COVID-19 vaccine deal with the U.S. led to calls from business leaders and …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Vice Admiral SN Ghormade assumes charge as Indian Navy's vice chief

India Today

Vice Admiral SN Ghormade assumed charge as the Vice Chief of Naval Staff at a formal ceremony held at South Block in New Delhi on Saturday morning. Vice Admiral SN Ghormade is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Naval Staff College at the United States Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island, and the Naval War College, Mumbai. Vice …

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Army Vice Chief pays tribute to late General Bipin Rawat on his death anniversary

Philippine VP's bodyguards swapped out amid investigation

Nominations for National Guard leaders languish, triggering concerns as top officers retire

Aatmanirbharta cannot be at the cost of nation’s defence: IAF Vice Chief

Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi appointed next Indian Army chief: 10 things to know about him

Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan takes over as navy’s vice chief

Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi assumes charge as Vice Chief of Army Staff

Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi appointed as next Vice Chief of Army Staff

Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi appointed Vice Chief of Navy

Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi to become India's new Vice Chief of Navy Staff

Lt General MV Suchindra Kumar takes over as Vice Chief of Army Staff

Vice Chief of Army Staff proceeds on a visit to Malaysia

Navy focusing on underwater capabilities: ENC chief

Almost all defence orders will now only be given to indigenous manufacturers, says Army Vice Chief BS Raju

Lt. Gen. B.S. Raju to take over as army vice-chief

Lt Gen BS Raju to take over as Vice Chief of Indian Army on May 1

US sanctions on Russia won't affect us significantly: IAF Vice Chief

Stealth-guided destroyer INS Visakhapatnam, submarine INS Vela: How Indian Navy's new commissions will help expand its footprint

Armed forces' role in Doklam stand-off, Galwan clashes enhanced India's stature: Army Vice Chief

Armed Forces Role in Doklam Episode, Galwan Clashes Enhanced India's Stature: Army Vice Chief

Air Marshal VR Chaudhari appointed new IAF chief; to take over from RKS Bhadauria on 30 Sept

Air Marshal VR Chaudhari to be the next Chief of Air Staff

After 18 months in prison, Samsung de facto chief Lee Jae-yong to be released early on parole

Vice Admiral SN Ghormade assumes charge as Indian Navy's vice chief