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‘Nation comes first’: How IPL teams reacted as league suspended

Officials walk on the playing field after the authorities asked to evacuate the stadium during the Indian Premier League cricket match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Thursday.
Updated on May 09, 2025 05:01 PM IST

Train people on dealing with “war-like” situation: Jai Ram

Leader of Opposition in Himachal Pradesh assembly Jai Ram Thakur on Wednesday said people should be made aware of how to deal with “war-like situations” and necessary arrangements for ensuring supply of essential commodities and security should be made. (HT File)
Published on May 08, 2025 08:34 AM IST

India-Pak military comparison: How do the two armies stack up

The Indian armed forces rank way better than Pakistan in every parameter.
Updated on Apr 30, 2025 10:19 PM IST

PM Modi's big message: ‘Forces free to decide when, how to hit back’

On Tuesday, PM Modi chaired a meeting with India's top defence officials, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and the heads of the three armed services.
Updated on Apr 30, 2025 12:53 AM IST

Join armed forces: Air Force ex-chief to youth in Ludhiana

Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa (retd) addressing a gathering at an event in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT Photo)
Published on Apr 27, 2025 05:14 AM IST

Race for tech supremacy has begun, India can ill afford to be mere spectator: Top Army officer

Race for tech supremacy has begun, India can ill afford to be mere spectator: Top Army officer
Published on Apr 21, 2025 02:17 PM IST

If resettlement of veterans is neglected, talented youths may not join armed forces: SC

If resettlement of veterans is neglected, talented youths may not join armed forces: SC
Published on Apr 16, 2025 08:53 PM IST

Defence ministry paves way for faster weapon acquisition

PM Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Updated on Mar 20, 2025 10:24 AM IST

IAF chief calls for rapid capability enhancement of military

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh. (File Photo)
Published on Mar 12, 2025 06:27 PM IST

Republic Day Parade: IAF fly-past puts up stunning show at Kartavya Path | Watch

Republic Day 2025: Indian Air Force (IAF) fly past during Republic Day parade 2025 at Kartavya Path in Delhi.
Published on Jan 26, 2025 01:54 PM IST

Republic Day 2025: Glimpses of guts and glory from Delhi's Kartavya Path

The Republic Day Full Dress Rehearsal, on January 23, left the spectators in awe of India's culture and military prowess.
Published on Jan 25, 2025 05:19 PM IST

ALH grounding a setback, will sort it out soon: Defence secretary

The grounding of the locally produced Dhruv advanced light helicopter (ALH) has come as a slight setback for the armed forces and it will not be taking part in the Republic Day flypast, defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said. (PTI)
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 07:54 AM IST

Book review: Nagrota Under Siege is an emotional narrative of patriotic piety

The book, Nagrota Under Siege, narrates how a deadly attack lead to numerous gun fights and the Army neutralising all three militants.
Updated on Jan 15, 2025 11:24 AM IST

Memorial for LGBT veterans to be built at National Memorial Arboretum

A memorial for LGBT veterans will be built at the National Memorial Arboretum (Joe Giddens/PA)
Published on Jan 11, 2025 05:46 AM IST

Don’t drag armed forces personnel in unnecessary legal battles: SC

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan called for a policy intervention to address such cases, stressing that personnel who have served the nation should not be subjected to unnecessary legal battles. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 09:05 AM IST

Germany may expand military to 230,000 troops in NATO push

Germany may expand military to 230,000 troops in NATO push
Published on Dec 18, 2024 08:13 PM IST

NEET PG Counselling 2024: MCC releases revised brochure, adds updates on AFMS

The MCC has released a revised brochure for NEET PG counselling with updates on AFMS admissions. (GETTY IMAGES.)
Published on Nov 07, 2024 12:32 PM IST

Srinagar: First-ever grand Diwali celebrations illuminate Lal Chowk. See photos

The city centre, Lal Chowk in Srinagar, which buzzes with tourists during the day, came alive in the evening, with the entire market aglow as Diwali was celebrated on Thursday.
Updated on Nov 01, 2024 10:40 AM IST

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with jawans at Sir Creek Border with Pak

PM Modi at the Sir Creek border with Pakistan.
Updated on Oct 31, 2024 02:46 PM IST

Exclusive: Six service chiefs back military theatre commands

Former Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat and current CDS Anil Chauhan.
Updated on Oct 30, 2024 09:52 AM IST

4 Kirti Chakras, 18 Shaurya Chakras in I-Day honours list

Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra (Representative Photo)
Updated on Aug 15, 2024 04:47 AM IST

Evening briefing: Russia says stopped recruiting Indians for military

The Indian national working in the Russian army has made the statement in a fresh video released by him. (Representational imag)
Published on Aug 10, 2024 06:39 PM IST

Bangladesh-kind of situation will never be seen in India: actor Raza Murad

Bangladesh-kind of situation will never be seen in India: actor Raza Murad
Published on Aug 07, 2024 09:09 PM IST

Haryana Cabinet okays policy to provide job, entrepreneurship opportunities to ex-Agniveers

Haryana Cabinet okays policy to provide job, entrepreneurship opportunities to ex-Agniveers
Published on Aug 05, 2024 10:18 PM IST

Modi says reforms over 10 years made armed forces more capable, self-reliant

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras. (PTI)
Published on Jul 26, 2024 12:57 PM IST

Modi defends Agnipath scheme, says it aims to rejuvenate armed forces

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief of defence staff General Anil Chauhan in Dras. (PTI)
Updated on Jul 26, 2024 12:16 PM IST

Pragmatic approach needed to redefine Agnipath scheme

It will be a major setback when youths will be unwilling to join the armed forces as a career. (HT file photo)
Updated on Jul 21, 2024 07:56 AM IST

Haryana govt announces 10% quota for Agniveers in state level recruitments

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini announced a slew of measures in Chandigarh on Wednesday aimed at integrating Agniveers into state government services and facilitating their post-service careers. (HT file photo)
Published on Jul 17, 2024 05:13 PM IST

Forces seek to raise Agnipath age limit to 23, increase retention to 50%

The Agnipath scheme, unveiled on June 14, 2022 lays out rules for the recruitment of soldiers in the armed forces (File Photo)
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 10:45 AM IST

Form of war rapidly transforming, will have to be ready to accept change: CDS Chauhan

Form of war rapidly transforming, will have to be ready to accept change: CDS Chauhan
Published on Jul 04, 2024 12:37 PM IST