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𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀, 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 #AssamRifles under #SpearCorps welcomed 36 meritorious students to 5th residential #NEET and #JEE coaching batch 2026-27 under the NIEDO initiative at Chieswama, #Nagaland, reaffirming its commitment to empowering the youth of the Northeast India through quality education. The students, preparing for #NEET and #JEE, were encouraged as they embarked on their journey towards becoming future doctors and engineers, reflecting Assam Rifles' enduring commitment to nation-building through education. #SpearCorps के अंतर्गत #AssamRifles ने #Nagaland के चिएस्वेमा में NIEDO पहल के तहत आयोजित 5वें आवासीय #NEET एवं #JEE कोचिंग बैच (2026-27) में 36 मेधावी विद्यार्थियों का स्वागत किया। यह पहल गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा के माध्यम से पूर्वोत्तर भारत के युवाओं को सशक्त बनाने के प्रति असम राइफल्स की प्रतिबद्धता को पुनः दोहराता हैै। #NEET एवं #JEE की तैयारी कर रहे इन विद्यार्थियों को भविष्य के डॉक्टर एवं इंजीनियर बनने की दिशा में प्रेरित एवं प्रोत्साहित किया गया, जो शिक्षा के माध्यम से राष्ट्र निर्माण के प्रति असम राइफल्स की सतत प्रतिबद्धता का परिचायक है. #IndianArmy #AssamRifles #SpearCorps #NIEDO #YouthEmpowerment #Education #Nagaland #NationFirst @adgpi @easterncomd @official_dgar @prodefgau @prodefkohima @HQ_IDS_India @ProDefKolkata @PIB_India

Under the aegis of Headquarters Madhya Bharat Area, AIIMS Bhubaneswar was empanelled under ECHS, enabling Ex-Servicemen & dependents across Odisha to access advanced cashless super-speciality healthcare. The MoU was signed in the presence of Lt Gen Harbinder Singh Vandra.

कमांडर, तटरक्षक क्षेत्र (उ.पू.) ने 09-10 जुलाई को कोलकाता में आयोजित 13वें जिला/स्टेशन कमांडर एवं निर्माण सम्मेलन की अध्यक्षता की। सम्मेलन में उत्तर-पूर्व क्षेत्र के प्रदर्शन की समीक्षा हुई, जिसमें समुद्री सुरक्षा, परिचालन तत्परता, मानव संसाधन विकास व अवसंरचना विस्तार शामिल रहे।

COMCG(NE) presided over the XIII District/Station Commanders' & Works Conference in Kolkata on 09-10 Jul. The conference reviewed Region NE's performance since last year, covering maritime security, op readiness, technical management, HR development & infrastructure augmentation.

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Responding to the requisition of the Government of #WestBengal, #TrishaktiCorps under the aegis of #EasternCommand swiftly constructed a 61-metre #BaileyBridge over the #BalasonRiver at #Dudhia, restoring the vital #Siliguri #Mirik road link in just 20 days. Executed on a war-footing with speed, precision and engineering excellence, despite the inclement weather, the bridge has revived a vital lifeline for #NorthBengal, ensuring seamless movement of local communities, tourists, emergency services and essential supplies. A shining example of #MilitaryCivilFusion, the mission reflects #EasternCommands unwavering commitment to rapid response, operational excellence and nation-building standing shoulder to shoulder with civil authorities in times of need. जीवनरेखा बहाल, भरोसा और मजबूती बरकरार #पश्चिम_बंगाल सरकार के अनुरोध पर, #पूर्वी_कमान के तत्वावधान में #त्रिशक्ति_कोर ने #दूधिया स्थित #बालासन_नदी पर मात्र 20 दिनों में 61 मीटर लंबा बेली ब्रिज बनाकर महत्वपूर्ण #सिलीगुड़ी #मिरिक सड़क मार्ग को पुनः बहाल किया। तेज़ गति, सटीक योजना और उत्कृष्ट अभियान्त्रिकी कौशल से निर्मित इस पुल ने #उत्तर_बंगाल की महत्वपूर्ण जीवनरेखा को फिर से जोड़ दिया। इससे स्थानीय नागरिकों, पर्यटकों, आपातकालीन सेवाओं तथा आवश्यक वस्तुओं की निर्बाध आवाजाही सुनिश्चित हुई। #MilitaryCivilFusion का उत्कृष्ट उदाहरण बनी यह पहल संकट के समय त्वरित कार्रवाई, उत्कृष्ट अभियान्त्रिकी क्षमता और राष्ट्रसेवा के प्रति #पूर्वी_कमान की अटूट प्रतिबद्धता को दर्शाती है। नागरिक प्रशासन के साथ कंधे से कंधा मिलाकर कार्य करते हुए #पूर्वी_कमान हर चुनौती का दृढ़ता और दक्षता से सामना करने के लिए सदैव तत्पर है। #TrishaktiCorps #भारतीय_सेना #पूर्वी_कमान #IndianArmy #EasternCommand #NationBuilding #CapabilityDevelopment #WeCare @adgpi @HQ_IDS_India @SpokespersonMoD @ProDefKolkata @EAC_IAF @IN_EasternFleet @IN_HQENC @PIB_India @BROindia @cmowbgov @lokbhavan_wb @prodefkohima Facebook - facebook.com/share/v/19H1dN… Instagram - instagram.com/p/DakkEB0D2GI/…

Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram, Gen (Dr.) VK Singh (Retd.) interacted with Air Mshl IS Walia, AOC-in-C @EAC_IAF on 09 Jul 26. Discussions focused on strengthening civil-military coordination, security infrastructure and operational readiness in the Eastern sector.

In a swift response, @IndiaCoastGuard Station Paradip rescued 20 fishermen stranded aboard IFB Simhadri Apna amid rough seas off Puri, Odisha. ICG Interceptor Boat C-426 safely escorted the vessel to Paradip, reaffirming its commitment to saving lives at sea.

Lt Gen VMB Krishnan, #ArmyCdrEC & All Ranks express deepest condolences on the demise of Warrant Officer Balwant Singh and Hav Chandra Mohan Singh, #AssamRifles who gallantly made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in #Manipur. #IndianArmy stands firmly with the bereaved families. लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल वीएमबी कृष्णन, #आर्मी_कमांडर, #पूर्वी_कमान और सभी रैंक वारंट अधिकारी बलवंत सिंह एवं हवलदार चंद्र मोहन सिंह, #असम_राइफल्स के #मणिपुर पर ड्यूटी के दौरान सर्वोच्च बलिदान पर गहरी संवेदना व्यक्त करते हैं। #भारतीय_सेना दुख की इस घड़ी में शोकाकुल परिवारों के साथ है। #पूर्वी_कमान #कर्तव्य_पथ_पर #EasternCommand #InTheLineofDuty #LestWeForget #AssamRifles @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @official_dgar @ProDefKolkata @IndiaCoastGuard @HQ_DG_NCC @SpearCorps Facebook - facebook.com/share/p/1DKg47… Instagram - instagram.com/p/DaejJbZD7rj/…

Intelligence-based joint operations launched from 29 June 2026 to 05 July 2026 by #IndianArmy and #AssamRifles formations under #SpearCorps, in coordination with #ManipurPolice and #CRPF across the hill and valley districts of #Manipur, namely Jiribam, Chandel, Kangpokpi, Bishnupu, Thoubal and Kakching districts resulted in the apprehension of 3 cadres and the recovery of 64 weapons, explosives and other war-like stores. #SpearCorps के अंतर्गत #IndianArmy और #AssamRifles की formations ने #ManipurPolice और #CRPF के साथ मिलकर 29 जून 2026 से 05 जुलाई 2026 तक #Manipur के Jiribam, Chandel, Kangpokpi, Bishnupu, Thoubal और Kakching जिलों में संयुक्त अभियान चलाए। इन अभियानों के परिणामस्वरूप 3 कैडर पकड़े गए और 64 हथियार, विस्फोटक व अन्य युद्ध जैसी सामग्री बरामद की गई। #IndianArmy #AssamRifles #SpearCorps #JointOperations #SecurityForces #Manipur #ManipurPolice #CounterInsurgency #NationFirst @adgpi @easterncomd @official_dgar @prodefgau @HQ_IDS_India @prodefkohima @ProDefKolkata @PIB_India

Honouring the heroes of #OperationVijay. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, paid homage at the Kargil War Memorial, Dras, laying a wreath in solemn memory of the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the Nation. During his forward area tour, the CAS also reviewed operational preparedness at Kargil Airfield and forward operational locations along the LoC and in Western Ladakh. #Kargil #Bravehearts @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF

🇮🇳⛵🇺🇸 Indian Navy at #Sail250 / 4th of July #IndianNavy’s Sail Training Ship #INSSudarshini sailed into New York Harbour, proudly flying the 🇮🇳 Tricolour during the Parade of Sail, representing India at the #Sail250 and US International Naval Review. Having successfully completed engagements at Norfolk and Baltimore, the presence of India's iconic three-masted barque in the USA, on 4th of July, showcases growing India – US naval partnership, maritime goodwill and friendship. #TallShipIndia #America250 #MaritimePartnership #MAHASAGAR #VasudhaivaKutumbakam @USNavy @USAndIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @sail4th @America250 @IndiainNewYork @IN_HQSNC

𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 #SpearGunners under #SpearCorps conducted a comprehensive Joint Flood Relief Training Exercise with #SDRF in South #Assam to enhance operational preparedness, rescue capabilities and inter-agency coordination as part of HADR operations. The exercise included flood rescue procedures, casualty evacuation, search and rescue drills and relief operations, culminating in a joint validation phase that reinforced a coordinated and effective disaster response mechanism for flood-prone areas. #SpearCorps के अंतर्गत #SpearGunners ने दक्षिण #Assam में HADR अभियानों के अंतर्गत #SDRF के साथ संयुक्त बाढ़ राहत प्रशिक्षण अभ्यास आयोजित किया। इस अभ्यास का उद्देश्य परिचालन तैयारियों, बचाव क्षमता एवं विभिन्न एजेंसियों के बीच समन्वय को और सुदृढ़ करना था। प्रशिक्षण में बाढ़ बचाव प्रक्रिया, हताहतों की निकासी, खोज एवं बचाव अभियान तथा राहत कार्यों का अभ्यास किया गया। संयुक्त मूल्यांकन के साथ सम्पन्न इस अभ्यास ने बाढ़ प्रभावित क्षेत्रों में प्रभावी एवं समन्वित आपदा प्रतिक्रिया तंत्र को और मजबूत किया। #IndianArmy #SpearGunners #SpearCorps #FloodPreparedness #DisasterResponse #MonsoonPreparedness #HADR #Assam #NationFirst @adgpi @easterncomd @official_dgar @prodefgau @HQ_IDS_India @prodefkohima @ProDefKolkata @DefMinIndia @PIB_India @CMOfficeAssam @mygovassam

All Air Warriors of the #IndianAirForce congratulate General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, on assuming charge as the Chief of the Army Staff. He succeeds General Upendra Dwivedi , PVSM, AVSM, who superannuated after rendering distinguished service to the Nation and the Indian Army. Wishing General Dhiraj Seth a successful tenure in leading the Indian Army towards greater heights of operational excellence. #IndianAirForce #IndianArmy #ChiefOfArmyStaff #NationFirst @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM, assumed the appointment of Vice Chief of the Air Staff #VCAS of the Indian Air Force today. Prior to this, the Air Marshal served as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee, #HQIDS. On assuming the appointment Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit paid homage to the Nation's #Bravehearts at the National War Memorial #NWM and reviewed a Guard of Honour at Vayu Bhawan, New Delhi. #IndianAirForce @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @IndiannavyMedia @CareerinIAF

Valedictory Function marking the successful culmination of training of 215 PC from Stage III Fighter Training was held at Air Force Station Bidar on 27 Jun 26. Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia, AOC-in-C EAC graced the occasion as Chief Guest and witnessed the making of India’s next generation fighter aviators. In his address, the Chief Guest inspired the young aviators to forge their path with unwavering dedication, spirit of sacrifice and never give up attitude that defines true warriors of the sky. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @IAF_MCC @CareerinIAF @EAC_IAF #IndianAirForce #TrainingCommand #AFSBidar #FighterTown

Lt Gen Mohit Malhotra handed over the appointment of #COS, Headquarters #EasternCommand to Lt Gen Gambhir Singh, a highly experienced officer with an illustrious career in the #IndianArmy. He exhorted all ranks to continue their dedicated efforts towards enhancing operational effectiveness, organisational excellence and combat readiness, while upholding the cherished traditions and ethos of the #IndianArmy. Lt Gen VMB Krishnan, #ArmyCdrEC, congratulates Lt Gen Gambhir Singh on assuming the appointment of #COS, Headquarters #EasternCommand and conveys his best wishes to Lt Gen Mohit Malhotra who has been approved to take over as the #ArmyCommander, #SouthWesternCommand while appreciating his exemplary contributions to #EasternCommand. लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल मोहित मल्होत्रा ने मुख्यालय #पूर्वी_कमान के #चीफ_ऑफ_स्टाफ का पदभार #भारतीय_सेना के एक अत्यंत अनुभवी एवं प्रतिष्ठित अधिकारी, लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल गंभीर सिंह को सौंपा। उन्होंने सभी रैंकों से आह्वान किया कि वे ऑपरेशनल क्षमता, संगठनात्मक उत्कृष्टता एवं युद्धक तत्परता को और सुदृढ़ बनाने हेतु समर्पित भाव से कार्य करते रहें तथा #भारतीय_सेना की गौरवशाली परंपराओं एवं मूल्यों को बनाए रखें। लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल वीएमबी कृष्णन, #आर्मी_कमांडर, #पूर्वी_कमान ने लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल गंभीर सिंह को मुख्यालय #पूर्वी_कमान के #चीफ_ऑफ_स्टाफ का पदभार ग्रहण करने पर बधाई दी तथा लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल मोहित मल्होत्रा को #दक्षिण_पश्चिमी_कमान के #आर्मी_कमांडर का दायित्व संभालने पर शुभकामनाएँ देते हुए #पूर्वी_कमान में उनके उत्कृष्ट योगदान की सराहना की। #भारतीय_सेना #पूर्वी_कमान #IndianArmy #EasternCommand #VijayDurg @adgpi @official_dgar @ProDefKolkata @SWComd_IA Facebook - facebook.com/share/p/1arXo7… Instagram - instagram.com/p/DaND534D0qU/…

After 24 years of dedicated service, @IndiaCoastGuard Hovercraft H-186 was decommissioned at Haldia on 29 Jun 2026. From coastal surveillance to lifesaving Search & Rescue missions—including rescuing 511 people in a single operation—H-186 leaves behind a remarkable legacy.

ECHS Polyclinic at Rourkela has been operationalised under the aegis of HQ Madhya Bharat Area by Brigadier TS Bawa, bringing quality healthcare closer to Ex-Servicemen & their dependents in Odisha. The new facility will ensure timely medical care while reducing long travel times

President Droupadi Murmu presents Ati Vishisht Seva Medal to: • Air Vice Marshal Sanjeev Vashishth, Flying (Pilot) • Air Vice Marshal Vadapalli Ravi Satyanarayan Raju, Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical) • Air Vice Marshal Sanjeev Kumar Taliyan, Flying (Pilot) • Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh, Administration/Fighter Controller

The Marshal of the Air Force Memorial Lecture was held in the esteemed presence of the Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, the Chief of the Air Staff and former Chiefs of the Air Staff. The event was organised by the Air Force Association. In his memorial lecture, the Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor paid tribute to Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh. He recalled his legacy of courage, integrity and selfless service which continues to inspire generations to serve the nation with unwavering commitment. #IndianAirForce #ArjanSingh @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @LtGovDelhi @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF