Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said future conflicts would not be limited to conventional battlefields and be fought across land, air, space , cyber, electromagnetic and cognitive domains.

Addressing cadets at the passing-out parade of the 150^th course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pune, the Army Chief said Operation Sindoor had demonstrated India’s resolve and the armed forces’ ability to deliver a calibrated, precise and purposeful response.

This operation underlined the importance of integrated planning, real-time intelligence, precision targeting, strong air defence, secure communications and synergy across domains, he added.

Earlier, General Dwivedi reviewed the passing-out parade at the Khetarpal Parade Ground, where 355 cadets graduated and were commissioned into the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Referring to Operation Sindoor, he said, “The Army is fully conscious of the changes in warfighting. We are transforming ourselves into a future-ready force under the decade of transformation.”

his operation underlined the importance of integrated planning, real-time intelligence, precision targeting, strong air defence, secure communications and synergy across domains, he added.

Earlier, General Dwivedi reviewed the passing-out parade at the Khetarpal Parade Ground, where 355 cadets graduated and were commissioned into the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Referring to Operation Sindoor, he said, “The Army is fully conscious of the changes in warfighting. We are transforming ourselves into a future-ready force under the decade of transformation.”

The raising of Divyastha Batteries, Shaktimaan Regiments, Bharat Battalions and other technology-enabled structures was part of this transformation, he said.

On the use of drones, the Army Chief said training was now taking place at all academies. The Army’s training team at the NDA has been provided with four-six large drones and simulators.

On the use of artificial intelligence, General Dwivedi referred to the OODA cycle — Observe, Orient, Decide and Act – and said AI would help accelerate decision-making in high-velocity warfare situations.

“In today’s environment, we also have numerous drones coming. Now, you need counter-drone equipment, and you need to apply your own drones. Therefore, the resources present on the battlefield are enormous. To handle such resources, you need some kind of automation, and artificial intelligence plays a very pivotal role,” he said.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday released a commemorative volume on Operation Sindoor, which documents the personal testimonies of 100 officers, sailors, and airmen who participated in the decisive military operation last year. Singh described the operation as an unprecedented success wherein India “compelled Pakistan to seek a ceasefire within four days.” “It was different from all other wars that India has fought so far. The commemorative publication goes beyond historical account and captures the personal experiences of brave soldiers. It also offers insight into the human dimension of modern warfare where leadership, courage, judgment under pressure and commitment translate strategy into success,” the defence minister said in a post on X. He also shared some photos of the release function here, which took place in the presence of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, and IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh. “The accounts span across the three Services as well as Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff and include combat aviators, naval watchkeepers, surface-to-air missile crews, special forces operators, signallers, logisticians, medical officers and the personnel of the joint and integrated organisations that knit the operation together,” the ministry said. PTI Rajnath releases volume on Op Sindoor with accounts of officers, aviators, other combatants People defeated oppn’s politics of hatred lost: CM on civic poll outcome NEW DELHI, MAY 29 We should not disappoint our youngsters, the Supreme Court on Friday said while stressing that the real problem relating to medical entrance examination NEET-UG would not stop till “actual accountability arises”. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the apex court that the government is seriously concerned about the concerns of the youths and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is personally supervising the situation so that “there is no lacunae”. Mehta told a

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Havildar Gaje Ghale, VC 2/5 Royal Gurkha Rifles (FF), now – the 2 nd/5 th Gorkha Rifles (Frontier Force), of the Indian Army today. An active battalion from 1858 to the present. Frontier Force units were a permanent fighting line on the Afghan Frontier. Before 1947, Gorkha was spelt as ‘Gurkha’. Havildar Gaje Ghale, VC, won the Victoria Cross for an assault so ferocious and determined that it broke a Japanese mountain strongpoint and became one of the defining actions of the Burma campaign. 2/5 Royal Gurkha Rifles (Frontier Force) was under command the 153rd Infantry Brigade (originally under the reserve 5 th Infantry Division but attached to 17 Infantry Division for the Chin Hills operations.)

The Chin Hills form a rugged, forested mountain barrier between India and central Burma — Mizoram on one side, Chin State on the other. Elevations run 3,000–10,000 ft, with steep ridges, knife-edge spurs, and deep ravines. Movement is almost entirely on narrow tracks, often single-file, with monsoon mud turning slopes into slides. This terrain favoured: small-unit actions, closequarter assaults, and company-level dominance of ridgelines.

Hav Ghale’s platoon was ordered to assault a heavily fortified Japanese hill position dominating the surrounding terrain. The approach was steep, exposed, and swept by machine‑gun and grenade fire. Ghale was wounded early in the attack but refused evacuation. He led three successive charges up the slope, each time closing with the enemy in brutal close combat. Despite multiple wounds, he continued to shout encouragement, rallying his men every time they faltered. His final charge broke the Japanese line, allowing the Gurkhas to seize the position. His leadership turned what should have been a stalled attack into a decisive victory.

Ghale’s citation highlights •Magnificent courage • Unshakeable determination • Leadership that inspired his men to capture an almost impregnable position, His action demonstrated the shock‑assault doctrine that made Gurkha units legendary in jungle and mountain warfare. This kind of close quarter assault was the hallmark of Frontier Force Battalions. This was in contrast to the standard tactics of fire-and-move and required willingness to close in with the enemy, confidence in close combat and aggressive leadership at section and platoon level.

The 2/5 Gurkha Rifles was to become one of the most decorated battalions of WWII. The battalion fought in the hardest theatres of World War II – North Africa, Eritrea, Tunisia, Italy, and Burma. It consistently delivered shock-action infantry performance far above its weight. Gaje Ghale retired as a Sub Maj and passed away in 2000. His medal is perhaps privately held by his family. Jai Mahakali … Ayo Gorkhali, the war cry has done us proud …… The Gorkhas still carry to battle their curved, broadbladed heavy knife called the ‘Khukri’. It immediately spells fear for the enemy. …….. To be continued, because these stories must be told – Lest we Forge

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From 1971 war stories to today’s Operation Sindoor style warfare, the Indian Army has changed in weapons, technology and battlefield thinking.

But some things have not changed: discipline, leadership, courage, responsibility and respect for the uniform.

In this powerful Sainik Welfare News podcast, Retired Maj Gen SVP Singh, VSM shares his experiences and insights on artillery, non contact warfare, leadership under pressure, veterans’ role in society, Agnipath,

1. During the rescue of Cabin no 8 …. in Gulmarg yesterday …stuck at critical ht differential, Col GS HAWS Col S S Negi ,VSM (Ex HAWS Instr) volunteered to climb up to the cabin and exec the rescue.
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IN just 10.09 seconds, Gurindervir Singh rewrote Indian athletics history. But the story of India’s fastest man was not built on a stopwatch alone. It was shaped on dusty village roads, exhausting commutes to training grounds and a father’s quiet sacrifices that rarely make headlines. The sprinter from Patial village near Jalandhar has become the first Indian to breach the 10.10-second barrier in the men’s 100m race. His feat at the Federation Cup in Ranchi has placed him among the country’s finest athletes and revived hopes of a Commonwealth Games medal.

Yet what makes Gurindervir’s achievement truly moving is its deeply human core. Reports of his father purchasing a second-hand scooter on EMIs so that his son could attend practice sessions capture the reality of Indian sport beyond cricket’s glamour. The sailor-athlete’s journey also highlights the role of the Indian Navy, which provided stability and support while he pursued excellence on the track. Many athletes from small towns survive on parental determination and sacrifice. Behind every national record often stands a family that silently gives up comfort, savings and security for a child’s ambition. Equally inspiring was Gurindervir’s interaction with young girls in Jalandhar before his historic run. His simple message — “Tusi vi ethe takk pahunchna hai” — carried extraordinary emotional force. For children growing up in villages and modest households, seeing someone from their own background shatter a national record expands the boundaries of possibility and self-belief.

Punjab has long produced sporting heroes through grit rather than privilege. From Flying Sikh Milkha Singh to Jalandhar Express Gurindervir, they all prove that talent flourishes when discipline, opportunity and family support come together. His dash is not merely about speed; the record may eventually be broken. It is about aspiration outrunning limitation and inspiring a generation to dream bigger.

agging a silver medal in the 5,000-metre run at the Sound Running Track Fest in Los Angeles, an Indian Army athlete, Naib Subedar Gulveer Singh has set a new national record in the event.

He clocked 13:03.93 minutes. A total of 15 runners from different countries had participated in the finals, with the winner, Habtom Samuel of New Mexico, achieving a timing of 12:57.22 minutes.

“Breaking his own previous national record of 13:11.82 set in Japan in September 2024, the Army runner continues to redefine Indian distance running with grit, discipline and determination,” the Army said on Sunday.

Sound Running hosts highly competitive, festival-style track events in Los Angeles, designed to help athletes, both men and women chase fast times and Olympic and World Championship standards in different field disciplines such as running, hurdles, steeple chase and pole vault.

Belonging to the Army Sports Institute, Pune, Nb Sub Gulveer Singh had joined the Indian Army’s Grenadier Regiment in 2018 through the sports quota and has emerged as a seasoned long-distance runner. He has represented India in top international forums and has set multiple records.

In March this year, the 28-year-old athlete from Uttar Pradesh became the first Indian to run a sub-60 minutes half-marathon in 59 minutes and 42 seconds, finishing third at the New York City Half Marathon.

Gulveer is the current Asian champion in the 10,000-metres and 5,000-metres run, having won gold medals in both the events at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships held in South Korea.

Numerous Army sportspersons have made the mark at the international level and setting new precedents. The Army trains specially selected sportspersons at the Army Sports Institute, which is run in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India under the Army’s Mission Olympics programme.

Several disciplines such as shooting, archery, wrestling, rowing, fencing, and weightlifting have been identified for them. They are trained at the Army Sports Institute (ASI), Pune, a premier training establishment.

The ASI was established in July 2001 as a multi-disciplinary institute to identify and nurture the vast talent of sportspersons within the Armed Forces Army and recruit potential sportspersons from across the country.