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Army Chief visits 4 Corps; reviews preparedness along LAC in Arunachal

The Army Chief was given a detailed briefing by senior army officials about deployment of troops and weaponry along the LAC, the de-facto border between India and China

Army Chief visits 4 Corps; reviews preparedness along LAC in Arunachal
Updated On : 06 Aug 2020 | 11:29 PM IST

Ladakh standoff: Enemies saw fire and fury of our soldiers, says PM Modi

No party should engage in action to escalate situation: China

Ladakh standoff: Enemies saw fire and fury of our soldiers, says PM Modi
Updated On : 04 Jul 2020 | 1:14 AM IST

Army Chief reviews security in Ladakh, commends soldiers for high morale

Soon after arriving in Leh, Gen Naravane visited an Army hospital where 18 soldiers injured in the clash in Galwan Valley on June 15 are undergoing treatment.

Army Chief reviews security in Ladakh, commends soldiers for high morale
Updated On : 24 Jun 2020 | 2:36 PM IST

Army chief General M M Naravane visits Ladakh, takes stock of situation

Soon after arriving in Leh, Gen Naravane visited an Army hospital where 18 soldiers injured in the clash in Galwan Valley on June 15 are undergoing treatment, Army officials said.

Army chief General M M Naravane visits Ladakh, takes stock of situation
Updated On : 23 Jun 2020 | 11:25 PM IST

Galwan clash: India, China to disengage forces from friction points

In the meantime, Army Chief Gen MM Naravane reviewed the Army's overall combat readiness in the Ladakh region with the ground commanders soon after arriving in Leh.

Galwan clash: India, China to disengage forces from friction points
Updated On : 23 Jun 2020 | 11:12 PM IST

Army chief to visit Leh today, review border situation after China talks

The Army chief had on Monday discussed the security situation with the top Army commanders in Delhi, officials said

Army chief to visit Leh today, review border situation after China talks
Updated On : 23 Jun 2020 | 9:19 AM IST

Army Chief to hold meeting with top commanders from May 27: Report

During the two-day meeting, the top brass of the force is likely to discuss security issues along with other points

Army Chief to hold meeting with top commanders from May 27: Report
Updated On : 27 May 2020 | 11:47 AM IST

Nepal objected to Lipulekh road link at someone else's behest: Army chief

Gen Naravane said the ToD will help the Army in cutting down revenue expenses on account of payment of pensions and other benefits

Nepal objected to Lipulekh road link at someone else's behest: Army chief
Updated On : 16 May 2020 | 12:02 AM IST

Roll out of Integrated Battle Groups delayed due to Covid-19: Army Chief

The Army Chief also said that there could be some disruptions in defence production and procurement in the wake of the pandemic, but it will be a "temporary phase"

Roll out of Integrated Battle Groups delayed due to Covid-19: Army Chief
Updated On : 10 May 2020 | 5:01 PM IST

Focusing on response that is below threshold of all-out war: Army chief

Speaking at a seminar on land warfare here, the Army chief said the airstrikes on Balakot demonstrated that if one is skilful, escalation does not always lead to war

Focusing on response that is below threshold of all-out war: Army chief
Updated On : 04 Mar 2020 | 1:54 PM IST

Little outdated: Army Chief on CAG criticising poor clothing of troops

The Army is very well prepared today, the Chief asserted.

Little outdated: Army Chief on CAG criticising poor clothing of troops
Updated On : 04 Feb 2020 | 9:53 PM IST

Lack of written history was handicap for our military leaders: Army chief

The study of military history is not a panacea, but it can certainly give "insights and provide inputs for some decision making", he said.

Lack of written history was handicap for our military leaders: Army chief
Updated On : 01 Feb 2020 | 9:46 PM IST

Troops in NE would be reduced after Bodoland polls: Army Chief Naravane

The Central government on Monday signed a tripartite agreement with the representatives of all factions of the banned organization -- National Democratic Front of Bodoland

Troops in NE would be reduced after Bodoland polls: Army Chief Naravane
Updated On : 29 Jan 2020 | 12:11 PM IST

Army pride of India, salute soldiers: PM Narendra Modi tweets on Army Day

The Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year to mark the taking over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army by then Lt Gen K M Carriappa in 1949

Army pride of India, salute soldiers: PM Narendra Modi tweets on Army Day
Updated On : 15 Jan 2020 | 10:01 PM IST

Army chief Gen Naravane hails abrogation of Article 370 as 'historic step'

"We have many options to counter those who promote terrorism and we will not hesitate to use them," he said

Army chief Gen Naravane hails abrogation of Article 370 as 'historic step'
Updated On : 15 Jan 2020 | 9:52 PM IST

Ready to take PoK whenever govt gives go-ahead: Army chief Naravane

The Indian Army chief's comments came at the annual press conference, where he said there was a parliamentary resolution that entire erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir is part of India

Ready to take PoK whenever govt gives go-ahead: Army chief Naravane
Updated On : 11 Jan 2020 | 6:34 PM IST

Formation of CDS, Military Affairs' dept steps for integration: Army Chief

"We will have to train for the future and that is where the emphasis of our training will be," he further added.

Formation of CDS, Military Affairs' dept steps for integration: Army Chief
Updated On : 11 Jan 2020 | 3:14 PM IST

Peace along India-China border may lead to 'eventual solution': Army Chief

A day after taking charge as 28th Chief of Army Staff, Gen. Naravane also said that his force will give special attention to issues relating to human rights.

Peace along India-China border may lead to 'eventual solution': Army Chief
Updated On : 01 Jan 2020 | 9:29 PM IST

Army better prepared to face challenges on Pak, China borders: Gen Rawat

Gen Rawat had assumed charge as the 27th Chief of Army Staff on December 31, 2016 and retired from the post after a distinguished career. On Monday, he was appointed India's first CDS

Army better prepared to face challenges on Pak, China borders: Gen Rawat
Updated On : 01 Jan 2020 | 2:40 AM IST

India reserves right to preemptively strike at terror source: Army Chief

'We will continue to improve capability building along the Northern border so we are prepared when the need arises,' he said

India reserves right to preemptively strike at terror source: Army Chief
Updated On : 31 Dec 2019 | 9:25 PM IST