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Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi visits forward areas in Central Sector, rev
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday visited forward posts in the central sector to assess the operational posture, encourage troops, and reinforce civil-military cooperation in strategically critical high-altitude terrain.
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Beyond the Ice: Where courage is the currency of life
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Welcome to a land of surreal beauty, where rugged, snow-draped mountains pierce a cobalt sky, and ancient Buddhist monasteries like Keylong and Tabo cling to cliff-sides, preserving a millennium of culture.
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DRDO's indigenous military combat parachute system successfully tested at
Updated : 4 months, 4 weeks ago IST
In a significant boost to India's defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a major milestone with the successful testing of the indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS).
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Rudra Brigade showcases superior high-altitude operational skills: Eastern
Updated : 5 months ago IST
As an integrated all-arms formation, the Rudra Brigade is engineered for seamless coordinated operations in high-altitude terrain, which reinforces the transformative evolution of the Indian Army.
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Arunachal: 9 Tibetan refugee women break barriers in Himalayan road constr
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Employed as part of 763 Border Roads Task Force (BRTF) of Project Vartak, these women support nearly 50 dependents through their earnings, according to an official release from the BRO.
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Indian Army's Spear Corps advances in Mount Gorichen Expedition
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The expedition was formally flagged off on August 20, 2025, with the aim of promoting adventure, resilience, and team spirit, while highlighting the Indian soldier's unwavering determination in extreme conditions.
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Indian Embassy in China issues advisory for citizens stranded in Tibet dur
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The Indian Embassy in Beijing advised citizens stranded in Tibet during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to exercise caution due to Nepal's situation, high altitude, and tough terrain, urging them to follow local advisories and contact the embassies in Beijing or Kathmandu for assistance.
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Army, Navy conducted High-Altitude Combat Diving training in Sikkim at 17,
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
A joint Scuba and Combat Diving Exercise was conducted by the Indian Army PARA (Special Forces) and the Indian Navy MARINE COMMANDOS (MARCOS) in Sikkim at an altitude of 17,000 ft, from 30 August to 5 September, said a press release from Defence PRO on Monday.
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Indian Army contingent departs for joint exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 in USA
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
An Indian Army contingent has left for Alaska to join US forces in the 21st edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025, the Ministry of Defence said. The two-week drills will cover tactical operations, high-altitude warfare, peacekeeping readiness, and multi-domain challenges.
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ThermaEdge by Thermaissance Cold-Weather Gear Clears Northern Command Extr
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 19: ThermaEdge by Thermaissance, Bharat's innovator in advanced military textiles and extreme cold weather gear, announced that its Cold-Weather Balaclava and Two-layer Smart Blanket-- part of its specialised cold-weather range -- have cleared Ind
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Snow Leopard: 'Ghost of Himalayas' are found year-round in J-K; Report off
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A landmark camera trapping study conducted by the Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF) and the Wildlife Protection Department of Jammu and Kashmir has confirmed year-round presence and breeding activity of snow leopards in the Union Territory -- marking a significant breakthrough for high-al
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Bridge connecting Uttarkashi to Harsil reconstructed after Uttarkashi clou
Updated : 7 months ago IST
A massive mudslide struck Dharali village in the Kheer Gad area near Harsil, triggering a sudden flow of debris and water through the settlements on August 5. The cloudburst led to flash floods in the high-altitude villages of Dharali. Several houses were reported to have been swept away.
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