Currently entrusted with the comprehensive maintenance and development of a massive 811 kilometers of roadways and approximately 86 diverse bridges—spanning from basic culverts to highly sophisticated, large-scale steel and arch structures—Project BRAHMANK continues to showcase elite engineering capabilities in the region. Among its most notable architectural and engineering triumphs are the monumental 100-meter steel arch bridge spanning the Siyom Nallah and the impressive 165-meter Prestressed Concrete (PSC) bridge over the Simang Nallah, both of which are located along the critical Along–Yingkiong Road axis. The project’s momentum reached new heights during the recent financial year of 2025–26, during which it achieved major operational milestones by successfully constructing and inaugurating 13 new bridges with a cumulative span of 390 meters across the strategic Siang and Siyom Valleys. Furthermore, the dedicated personnel achieved the blacktopping of 61 kilometers of critical roads up to National Highway Double Lane (NHDL) specifications, while also developing high-altitude helipads to vastly improve emergency aerial connectivity and solidify the country’s border infrastructure. To commemorate this landmark 16th anniversary, a series of vibrant social outreach programs, welfare activities, Sainik Sammelans, interactive sessions, and traditional Bada Khana community feasts were organized across the headquarters and various field task force locations, fostering a deep sense of camaraderie, morale, and pride among the hardworking personnel who continue to build prosperity through connectivity.

The highly prestigious Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal was conferred upon seven distinguished officers who demonstrated exceptional strategic leadership in operational areas. The honored recipients are Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma of the Madras Regiment, Headquarters Northern Command; Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor of the Flying (Pilot) branch; Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai of the Kumaon Regiment, Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army); and Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti of the Flying (Pilot) branch. Additionally, the honor was bestowed posthumously or upon distinguished retired officers, including Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh, Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari, and Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra.

The Param Vishisht Seva Medal was awarded to thirty eminent leaders for their lifetime of distinguished service. The list includes Vice Admiral (now Admiral) Krishna Swaminathan; Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh of the Infantry; Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan; Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar; Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit; Air Marshal Tejinder Singh; Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas; Lieutenant General Viresh Pratap Singh Kaushik; Lieutenant General Michael Anthony Jude Fernandez of the Corps of Engineers; Lieutenant General Navneet Singh Sarna of the Regiment of Artillery; Lieutenant General Rashim Bali; Lieutenant General Manish Mohan Erry; Lieutenant General Harjeet Singh Sahi; Lieutenant General Dheerendra Singh Kushwah; and Lieutenant General Sumer Ivan D’Cunha of the Army Air Defence.

Continuing the roll of Param Vishisht Seva Medal recipients, the President also decorated Lieutenant General Prit Pal Singh of the Armoured Corps; Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin; Vice Admiral Atul Anand; Air Marshal Vijay Kumar Garg (Retired); Air Marshal Surat Singh (Retired); Lieutenant General Arvind Walia (Retired); Lieutenant General Rakesh Kapoor (Retired); Lieutenant General Gajendra Joshi (Retired); Lieutenant General Jagmohan Singh Sidana (Retired); Lieutenant General K Vinod Kumar (Retired); Air Marshal Sunil Kashinath Vidhate (Retired); Major General Gurpreet Singh of the Regiment of Artillery; Major General Pankaj Malhotra of the Brigade of the Guards; Major General Charnjit Singh Mann of the Armoured Corps; and Major General Roopesh Mehta of the Regiment of Artillery.

The Uttam Yudh Seva Medal was bestowed upon twelve officers for high-order operational duties. The awardees are Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth of Headquarters Southern Command; Air Marshal Manish Khanna; Lieutenant General Prashant Srivastava of the Parachute Regiment, Headquarters 15 Corps; Lieutenant General Rajan Sharawat of the Garhwal Rifles, Headquarters 9 Corps; Lieutenant General Abhijit S Pendharkar of the Assam Regiment, Headquarters 3 Corps; Lieutenant General Gambhir Singh of the Garhwal Rifles, Headquarters 4 Corps; Lieutenant General Prasanna Kishore Mishra of the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry, Headquarters 16 Corps; Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti; Air Marshal Praveen Keshav Vohra; Air Commodore Ajay Kumar Chaudhary; Air Commodore Prabhat Malik; and Group Captain Kamran Nazeer.

The vast list of fifty-six Ati Vishisht Seva Medal recipients commenced with senior leadership from the Air Force and Army, recognized for outstanding devotion to duty. The decorated officers include Air Marshal Tarun Chaudhry; Lieutenant General Neeraj Varshney of the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers; Lieutenant General Vikas Rohella of the Corps of Engineers; Lieutenant General Harbinder Singh Vandra of the Corps of Signals; Lieutenant General Mohinder Pal Singh; Lieutenant General Ranjeet Singh of the Regiment of Artillery; Lieutenant General Ajay Kumar; Lieutenant General Shamsher Singh Virk; Lieutenant General Aditya Vikram Singh Rathee of the Brigade of the Guards; Lieutenant General Harpal Singh of the Corps of Engineers; Lieutenant General Chiyyarath Gopalan Muralidharan of the Army Medical Corps; Lieutenant General Puneet Ahuja of the Brigade of the Guards; Vice Admiral Anand Y Sardesai; Vice Admiral Rajat Kapoor; Vice Admiral Srinivas Kudaravalli; Vice Admiral Susheel Menon; Vice Admiral Anil Jaggi; Surgeon Rear Admiral (now Surgeon Vice Admiral) Vivek Hande; and Air Marshal Mehtab Singh Deswal.

Further recipients of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal featured esteemed commanders and retired veterans across all wings, including Air Marshal Kondenkolangara Aboo Ahamed Sanjeeb; Air Vice Marshal (now Air Marshal) Settypalli Srinivasa Rao; Additional Director General Donny Michael of the Indian Coast Guard; Surgeon Vice Admiral Kavita Sahai (Retired); Major General Sudhir Kumar Sharma of the Regiment of Artillery; Major General Sujeet Shivaji Patil; Major General Gurpreet Singh Choudhry of the Army Air Defence; Major General Ashish Shah of the Armoured Corps; Major General Amar Ramdasani; Major General Vikas Choudhary; Major General Tarun Agrawal; Major General Voodev Parida; Major General Sumit Mehta of the Armoured Corps; Major General Vikrant Suresh Deshpande; Major General Kuleshwar Singh Dhadwal; Major General Vivek Narang; Major General Paranvir Singh Punia; Major General Kolankara Mohan Nair; and Major General Arindam Saha.

The final cohort of Ati Vishisht Seva Medal awardees represented a comprehensive cross-section of military brilliance, ensuring every service domain was celebrated. The remaining honors were conferred upon Major General Mahipal Singh Rathore; Major General Awinder Pal Singh Bal; Major General Dhananjay Joshi; Major General Mandeep Singh; Rear Admiral Nirbhay Bapna; Air Vice Marshal Kaushik Chatterjee; Air Vice Marshal Sanjeev Vashishth; Air Vice Marshal Vadapalli Ravi Satyanarayan Raju; Air Vice Marshal Sanjeev Kumar Taliyan; Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh; Air Vice Marshal Manu Midha; Major General Rajesh Arun Moghe (Retired); Major General Sandeep Kumar (Retired); Major General Parag Anant Deshmukh (Retired); Air Vice Marshal Satish Kumar Mathur (Retired); Air Vice Marshal Nand Kumar Nair (Retired); Brigadier Pawan Dhull of the Army Medical Corps; and Subedar H Hokato Sema of the 9 Assam Regiment.

Designed to test endurance under extreme conditions, the high-altitude battle conditioning program focused on advanced fieldcraft and combat drills in the Himalayan terrain.

This collaborative training initiative highlights the seamless integration between the Indian Army and Central Armed Police Forces, aiming to build an adaptable and cohesive force prepared to operate as one unit in challenging mountainous environments.

During his visit, he expressed deep appreciation for the staff’s dedicated service to the veterans of Devbhoomi. He further exhorted the team members to continue serving the regional veteran community with the same zeal, commitment, and spirit.

During the investiture ceremony at Durbar Hall, Lok Bhavan, Governor Vijay Kumar Singh praised the battalion for its exemplary performance during deployment in Mizoram. He highlighted their proactive role in guarding the Indo-Myanmar border amid complex security challenges, effective coordination with other agencies to curb narcotics smuggling and illegal cross-border activities, and excellent rapport with the local population.

Describing the Assam Rifles as the sentinels of the North East and friends of the hills, the Governor commended the battalion’s meaningful participation in civic action programmes. These efforts, he said, strengthened civil-military bonds and reflected the core values of service, security, and fraternity.

The Governor expressed confidence that the battalion’s legacy of dedicated service would be carried forward and urged all ranks to continue upholding the proud reputation of the Assam Rifles.

The ceremony was attended by Brig Puspendar Sorayan, DIG, 23 Sector Assam Rifles, Krashnendra Singh, CE, Pushpak, Col Jaswinder Singh, SM, Commandant, 20th Battalion Assam Rifles, and other senior officers and personnel.

The 20th Battalion Assam Rifles was deployed under 23 Sector HQ Assam Rifles, Aizawl, and stationed at Lunglawn, Lunglei from November 12, 2023, to March 19, 2026.

Conducted under the United Nations Chapter VII framework, this multinational exercise provides a platform for enhancing interoperability, sharing best practices, and strengthening cooperation among participating nations.

During the mid-exercise training phase, Indian Army personnel undertook counter-improvised explosive device operations, tactical combat casualty care, convoy protection drills, and briefings on international humanitarian law. These modules prepare peacekeepers to operate effectively in complex mission areas where they must protect personnel, ensure safe movement of supplies, and uphold high standards of disciplined conduct.

The contingent also rehearsed key peacekeeping drills, including checkpoint procedures, cordon and search operations, mob control, protection of United Nations assets, and humanitarian assistance to civilians.

This training reinforces the multidimensional role of modern peacekeepers, who must combine tactical proficiency with restraint and respect for civilian life in challenging environments.Alongside professional training, soldiers of the JAT Regiment demonstrated their physical endurance and sporting spirit through participation in multinational CrossFit and volleyball competitions.

Their performance reflected strength, stamina, and teamwork, drawing appreciation from troops of partner nations. These sporting events fostered camaraderie and mutual respect among soldiers from different countries.Drawing upon decades of experience in United Nations peacekeeping, the Indian Army contingent continues to display high standards of professionalism and operational preparedness.

Exercise Khaan Quest 2026 reaffirms India’s commitment to global peace, stability, and international cooperation while contributing to the development of mission-ready multinational peacekeeping forces.

Despite facing adverse weather conditions and highly difficult terrain, the deployed troops quickly cleared the heavy debris and restored connectivity on the highway, ensuring the safe movement of local commuters, emergency services, and essential supplies.

This timely emergency response highlights the continued commitment of the Assam Rifles to providing vital humanitarian assistance and maintaining critical infrastructure across the region during the challenging monsoon season.

The high-level visit featured extensive discussions between the senior leadership of the Indian Air Force and the Italian Air Force on issues of mutual interest.

Both leaders focused on exploring new avenues to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation and enhance military-to-military engagement between the two nations.

Operating under the aegis of Headquarters Madhya Bharat Area, the fort stands as a timeless symbol where history, faith, and valour converge.

As home to the sacred Akshayavat and the iconic Ashoka Pillar, while overlooking the confluence of the holy Sangam, the site offers visitors a unique opportunity to connect with the nation’s glorious past and draw inspiration for the future.

Through these ongoing heritage outreach initiatives, Headquarters Madhya Bharat Area remains committed to nurturing pride in regional history, strengthening national consciousness, and inspiring future generations to uphold core national values.

The personnel, who are currently undergoing their Discharge Drill at the Corps of Signals Centre, stood before the names of the fallen heroes to reflect on the immense sacrifices made for the nation.

Although their active service is drawing to a close, the enduring spirit of these soldiers remains a testament to the proud legacy of the Corps.

The individual had faked a medical emergency to secure a transfer from jail to G.B. Pant Hospital, where he executed a planned escape through the ventilation window of a washroom.Following his escape, the prisoner fled hundreds of kilometers away to Una in Himachal Pradesh to evade law enforcement agencies.

However, the Delhi Crime Branch deployed a combination of technical surveillance, human intelligence networks, and intensive field operations to pinpoint his location and quickly bring him back into custody.

The coordinated operation was executed by a team led by Inspector Mahipal Singh, under the direction of ACP Satendra Mohan and the direct supervision of DCP Aditya Gautam.

Born on August 27, 2012, the canine tracker dedicated his finest years to maintaining security and public safety before officially retiring from active duty on December 20, 2022. A dignified wreath-laying ceremony was organized at the CISF Unit Lines to honor his memory, drawing attendance from senior security personnel and officials from the Airports Authority of India.

The ceremonial send-off included final rites performed with full honors, reflecting the deep bond and mutual respect shared between the security forces and their specialized canine units.

Throughout his active tenure, the highly trained Labrador played a critical role in security operations, symbolising the commitment of the silent guardians who protect vital national infrastructure.

Though his watch has officially ended, the legacy of service, loyalty, and vigilance demonstrated by the canine veteran remains a point of deep pride and inspiration for the personnel at the Bhopal station.

The meeting involved senior representatives from the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, state police forces, and multiple intelligence agencies who collectively reviewed the prevailing security situation across Upper Assam, South Arunachal Pradesh, and the adjoining areas of Nagaland.

Central to the discussions were strategies for enhanced intelligence sharing, monitoring insurgent activities, assessing cross-border dynamics, and scaling up vigilance in the run-up to Independence Day celebrations.

The collaborative session served to reaffirm a unified operational framework among the diverse security and law enforcement components operating in the North East.

By strengthening inter-agency coordination, the participating stakeholders solidified their shared commitment to maintaining peace, safety, and public order across state borders.

The proactive gathering underscores the synchronized efforts of the military, paramilitary, and local police forces to mitigate security risks and ensure a secure environment throughout the strategically vital region.

The newly constructed bypass features a major bridge over the Wainganga River, providing a seamless transport corridor that significantly improves connectivity between the major economic hubs of Nagpur and Raipur.

By diverting heavy commercial vehicles away from the congested internal roads of Bhandara city, the project successfully eliminates persistent traffic bottlenecks and streamlines long-distance transit.

The strategic diversion of freight and heavy traffic from urban zones has led to a measurable reduction in localized traffic congestion, lowering the risk of road accidents within municipal limits.

Additionally, the continuous, uninterrupted flow of vehicles on the bypass has minimized travel times, contributing to decreased fuel consumption and a reduction in vehicular emissions.

By establishing a safer and more efficient travel experience, the highway corridor optimizes logistics operations, facilitates the rapid movement of goods, and acts as a catalyst for economic growth and commercial development across the region.

During the meeting, the commander highlighted the ongoing focus of the command on maintaining a high level of preparedness across all military domains, ensuring that the forces remain equipped and ready to face modern security challenges.

The briefing also emphasized the unwavering commitment of the Sapta Shakti Command toward achieving the larger national security objectives of India.

The high-level meeting marked the culmination of the tenure of Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh as the Army Commander of the Sapta Shakti Command, serving as a final briefing on the strategic posture and operational efficiency of the formation under his leadership.

During the port call, the vessel hosted several high-level diplomatic and local engagements to promote bilateral cooperation between India and the United States.

The ship served as a venue for a major gathering that included Vinay Mohan Kwatra, the Indian Ambassador to the United States, alongside Aruna Miller, the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland.

In addition to these formal diplomatic meetings, the naval crew actively connected with the local community by marching in the Baltimore City Parade as part of the Sail 250 Maryland celebrations.

The milestone visit served as a powerful reminder of the timeless bonds forged in uniform, bringing together multiple generations of naval tradition.

During the commemorative event, the veterans participated in a series of nostalgic activities, including a historic group photograph at the iconic Circars Gate and parade drills at the Command Parade Ground to rekindle memories of their early military discipline.

The golden jubilee celebration also featured an exchange of commemorative mementos to symbolize their unbreakable bond with their alma mater, concluding with a traditional Barakhana feast shared with the current personnel of INS Circars to pass down decades of inspiration and naval legacy.

This achievement marks a remarkable 160% growth compared to the 271.4 metric tonnes transported during the 2025–26 fiscal year.The significant bulk of the seasonal fruit consignments was transported swiftly to major metro cities, including Delhi and Mumbai.

This successful logistical operation has vastly strengthened market access for regional fruit producers while reinforcing the role of Bagdogra Airport as a vital air cargo gateway for Eastern and North-Eastern India.

Kushare became the first Indian athlete to clear a height of 2.31 meters in the high jump event, breaking the long-standing national barrier of 2.30 meters for the very first time.The military leadership hailed the achievement as a monumental milestone that reflects a spirit of excellence and perseverance.

This record-breaking performance highlights the ongoing commitment of the Indian Army to nurturing top-tier athletic talent and achieving sporting excellence on both national and international stages.

The duo clinched the lightweight men’s double sculls title at the 2026 World Rowing Cup III held in Lucerne, Switzerland.This landmark achievement marks a proud moment for the Indian Army and the entire nation.

The sports community and security forces celebrated the athletes, stating that their dedication, discipline, and determination have firmly etched India’s name into the history of world rowing while wishing them continued success in future international tournaments.