Separating facts from fiction in India’s military awards system

India’s defence landscape is undergoing a major shift as the country reduces its reliance on Russian military hardware. Over the past decade, India has become the world's largest arms importer, accounting for nearly 10 percent of global imports from 2019 to 2023.

India's shift to modern military hardware gains momentum

India and Maldives reviewed the ongoing process of replacing the Indian military personnel from the island. This was the third meeting of the India-Maldives high-level core group.

India, Maldives review withdrawl of Indian military personnel after ties under strain

The newly-elected leader of the Maldivian Democratic Party and former Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid has publicly refuted claims made by President Muizzu regarding the presence of Indian Military personnel in Maldives.

Maldives ex-Minister Abdulla Shahid debunks Presidents' Indian Military presence claims

Maldives: Ex-Minister debunks Indian military presence claims, casts doubt on government’s honesty

The United States took the first spot in Global Firepower's Military Strength Rankings 2024, followed by Russia and China. India clinched fourth sport, above the United Kingdom and Japan.

2024 Military Strength Ranking: India ranked above Britain, US tops list

Even as the new Maldives government has called for the "withdrawal" of Indian military personnel from the country, both New Delhi and Malé have agreed to "discuss workable solutions" on the presence of Indian military assets as they "serve the interests of the people of Maldives", sources have said.

India, Maldives to discuss 'solutions' for Indian military assets presence

The Indian military is reportedly discussing the possibilities of hiring transgenders in defence roles as it examines the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, and its implications.

Indian military discussing possibilities of hiring transgenders in defence roles: Report

India has the fourth strongest military force in the world, Global Firepower—a data website that tracks global defence-related information—said as it released its 2023 Military Strength list.

Do you know which countries have world’s strongest military? This is where India stands

Nearly half of Indian states are seething as youth protest against the Agnipath scheme—a controversial Indian military recruitment policy that not only aims to reduce the country's burgeoning salary and pension bills, but also seeks to integrate younger and fitter troops into its armed forces.

Agnipath row: Why are youngsters protesting against India's controversial military recruitment scheme?

The Indian government has tweaked the Agneepath scheme following massive protests all across the country. After completion of the four-year service tenure, there will be 10 per cent reservations for the ‘Agniveers’ in central government jobs.

Agneepath scheme protest: Indian government introduces four big changes in recruitment process

A move by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government to change the recruitment process of the Indian Armed forces, called Agnipath Scheme, triggered massive outrage among the aspirant youngsters across India.

Agnipath: Indian military recruitment scheme sparks protests; trains burnt, infra vandalised

The Indian Army honours its brave soldiers on January 15 and also gives gallantry awards and Sena medals. It was on this day that Field Marshal KM Cariappa took over command of the Army in 1949. Field Marshal KM Cariappa took over command from General Sir Francis Butcher who was the last British commander-in-chief of India. The Indian Army is one of the largest in the world with seven commands. The Indian Army has fought in every conflict since 1947. Indian Army soldiers had also fought in World War-I and World War-II.

What you need to know about Army Day

According to US Congressional Research Service (CRS) report, "Indian military cannot operate effectively without Russian-supplied equipment." The CRS report stated that India's military will continue to "rely on Russian weapons systems in the near and middle terms".

Indian military cannot operate without Russian equipment: US report

India is sending a naval task force to the South China Sea this month to expand security ties with friendly countries, officials said on Wednesday, signalling its intent to play a bigger role in regional efforts to counter China.

Indian military deploys warships in the South China Sea as part of 'Act East' policy

Easy availability of drones has increased the complexity of security challenges and the Indian military is developing capabilities to effectively deal with the threats, be it from state-sponsored elements or by states themselves, Army Chief Gen Manoj Mukund Naravane said on Thursday.

Indian military developing capabilities to deal with drone threats: Army chief

Indian and U.S. armies held counter-terrorism drills in the western desert state of Rajasthan on Saturday (February 20) as part of their joint military exercise.

India, US armies participate in counter-terrorism desert military drills

Russia will soon begin the training of Indian military specialists for the S400 air defence systems. The first batch of the air defence system will reach India by end of 2021.

Training of Indian military specialists for S400 to begin in Russia

The defence ministry on Monday approved the procurement of arms and military equipment worth Rs 2,290 crore including around 72,000 Sig Sauer assault rifles from the United States, officials said.

Defence Ministry approves acquisition of military hardware worth Rs 2,290 crore

India and China are engaged in a standoff since April-May over the transgressions by the Chinese Army in multiple areas including Finger area, Galwan valley, Hot springs and Kongrung nala.

India has 'Military options' on table if talks with China fail: General Bipin Rawat

There is no virtue like protecting the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday as welcomed the first batch of five Rafale jets which landed in Ambala with a tweet in Sanskrit.

PM Modi tweets in Sanskrit to welcome Rafale jets, says no virtue like protecting nation

Rafale arrival in India will make the Indian Air Force (IAF) much stronger to deter any threat that may be posed on our country, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday.

Arrival of Rafale combat aircraft marks beginning of new era in military history, says Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India's military and diplomatic levels talks with China have been positive and will continue. Addressing the BJP's Maharashtra Jan-Samvad Rally via video link, the minister also said the Narendra Modi-led government will ensure that India's pride is not affected as far as the situation along Indo-China border is concerned.

Indian military's talk with China positive, will continue: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Pakistani secret agents are using the Aarogya Setu app to spread their nefarious designs target via Indian army personnels, according to the Indian Army. Also read: Aarogya Setu beats 'Pokémon GO' record, crosses 50 million downloads in 13 Days As per a warning issued by the Indian Army, ''inimical intelligence agencies have developed a malicious app by the name Aarogya Setu.

Aarogya Setu app being misused by Pakistani spies to target Indian military personnel

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