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Ministry of Defence
01-October, 2015 19:30 IST
Chief of Army Staff Visits 5/5 GR (FF) and Headquarters South Western Command


The Fifth Battalion of the Fifth Gorkha Rifles, 5/5 GR (Frontier Force) celebrated its Platinum Jubilee in Jaipur Military Station today. The celebrations, which were attended by Gen Dalbir Singh, the Chief of the Army Staff, President of the Gorkha Brigade and Colonel of the Fifth Gorkha Rifles (Frontier Force), many serving and veteran officers, JCO’s and other ranks marked the 75 years of dedicated service of the Battalion to the Nation.

To commemorate the Platinum Jubilee, a solemn Memorial Ceremony was held at Jaipur Military Station. To remember the sacrifice of the illustrious martyrs of the battalion, wreaths were placed by Gen Dalbir Singh, as well as other senior serving & retired officers, JCO’s and OR of the Regiment. Gen Dalbir Singh addressed the troops of the unit and released a First Day cover to commemorate the 75thanniversary. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief of the Army Staff said that the Battalion is one of the finest infantry units of our Army and that the present generation of officers and jawans should continue to draw inspiration from the glorious past of the Regiment. He exhorted all ranks to continue to excel and face new challenges in the fast changing security environment with fortitude and in true military traditions.

The Battalion was raised on 01 Oct 1940 as 3/6 Gorkha Rifles and was re designated as 5/5 Gorkha Rifles (Frontier Force) on 01 Jan 1948. The Battalion has fought in the World War II, India – Pakistan Wars of 1948, 1965 and 1971 and the conflicts of the sub conventional realm. The unit has the singular honour of being awarded two Victoria Crosses (Pre-Independence, equivalent of Param Vir Chakra) in a single night of operations. They were also awarded the first Ashok Chakra Class-I of India. With two VCs, one Ashok Chakra, 01 Kirti Chakra, 03 Vir Chakras, 05 Shaurya Chakras and 15 Sena Medals. 5/5 Gorkha Rifles (FF) has 213 names of its soldiers etched in golden letters for their supreme sacrifice.

Gen Dalbir Singh, also visited Head Quarters South Western Command at Jaipur, took stock of operational preparedness and appreciated the measures undertaken by the Command to maintain optimal operational readiness and training of the formations under it.

 

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The Union Minister for Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu handing the baton carrying the Tri-Colour and the Tri-Services flag to Wg. Cdr. Paramvir Singh of Defence Services Staff College, Wellington signifying the launching of a swimming expedition across the river Ganga as a part of ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan’ from PIB’s New Media Centre, in New Delhi on October 01, 2015.

The Union Minister for Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu flagging off a 35-day long Tri-Services swimming expedition on the River Ganga as part of the awareness on ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan’ from PIB’s New Media Centre, in New Delhi on October 01, 2015. Lt. Gen. S.K. Gadeock and team-leader Wg. Cdr. Paramvir Singh of Defence Services Staff College, Wellington are also seen.

 

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how does a armed Heron UCAV looks like
i saw the rustom UCAV but not Israeli heron???

 

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Army personnel carry rocket launchers during an encounter with the militants at Hafruda forest area of Handwara in north Kashmir on Monday. PTI Photo

 

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The Director General, NCC, Lt. Gen. A. Chakravarty declaring the NCC National Games-2015 open by lighting the torch, at DGNCC Garrison Parade Ground, in New Delhi on October 07, 2015.

 

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Good response to army recruitment - The Hindu

A candidate undergoing fitness tests at the army recruitment camp at Krishnagiri stadium on Tuesday. —Photo: N. Bashkaran

A total of 3,600 candidates from various districts took part in the army recruitment here at Krishnagiri stadium complex on Tuesday.

The recruitment that commenced on Monday had candidates from Madurai,

Dindigal, Theni, The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Salem, Tirupur, Erode, Namakkal, Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri.

Speaking to The Hindu , Colonel Praveen H, Director, Army Recruiting, Coimbatore, said 6,000 applications were received and the turnout was 3,600. Of these, 700 candidates have been shortlisted.

The candidates will undergo medical and fitness tests and the final examination is likely to be held in January 2016.

Meerut : Students having a look of army weapons during a program organised by the army to commemorate golden jubilee of Indo-Pak War 1965 in Meerut. PTI Photo

 

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The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Manohar Parrikar inspecting the Territorial Army Day Parade on the occasion of its 66th Anniversary, in New Delhi on October 09, 2015. The Addl. DG TA, Major General Surinder Singh is also seen.

Territorial Army celebrates its 66th raising day | Zee News

Last Updated: Friday, October 9, 2015 - 15:56
Jammu: The Territorial Army (TA), which has been supporting the Army in carrying out the anti-insurgency and anti-terrorism operations, celebrates its 66th raising day on Friday.

"A large number of TA resources are deployed in Jammu and Kashmir for supporting the Army in combating insurgency and terrorism in the state," defence spokesman, Col S D Goswami said, adding that TA was celebrating its 66th raising day today.

He said amongst the TA battalions deployed in Jammu and Kashmir, include 'Home and Hearth' units which were raised on the 'sons of soil' concept and have 100 per cent personnel from Jammu and Kashmir only.

A total number of sikhs Home and Hearth battalions, sikhs infantry TA battalions and many infantry TA companies from other battalions of TA are deployed in Jammu and Kashmir, he said.

"Some new units of TA have also been raised recently, it was heartening to see the overwhelming response of the youth from the state who came forward for the recruitment rallies," he said.

He said that a total number of 15 recruitment rallies were conducted this year and more are planned in the coming days.

"A total of 1,758 youths from the state were selected during this year alone," Col Goswami said.

Throwing light on the history of TA which is also known as 'citizen's army', he said that it was raised on October 9, 1949 by Rajgopalachari, the first Indian Governor General of India.

"Since then, TA's size, role and task have increased manifold. TA is an unique concept wherein any citizen of the country can volunteer to join it while continuing his primary vocation and serve the Army on 'as required' basis," Col Goswami said.

He said that the flexibility has made TA extremely popular amongst the citizens of the country over a period of time.

"TA personnel have proven their mettle under trying conditions and have brought glory to the Army," he said.

PTI

 

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Ministry of Home Affairs
12-October, 2015 14:44 IST
Shri Kiren Rijiju flags off BSF Swachh Himalaya campaign

The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju, flagged off the ‘Swachh Bharat, Swachh Himalaya’ campaign of the Border Security Force (BSF) at a function here today. Lauding the BSF for undertaking the noble campaign as part of its Golden Jubilee expedition, Shri Rijiju said vigorous cleanliness campaigns need to be conducted before cleanliness becomes a way of life for us all.

Shri Rijiju said in most countries he has travelled, cleanliness is intrinsic to those societies and their people. But back here in our country, cleanliness, discipline and orderliness leaves much to be desired. No less than the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had to underline its necessity from the ramparts of the Red Fort to turn it into a mass campaign, he added. While pointing out that the Metro in Japan remains absolutely clean despite being jam-packed, Shri Rijiju said overcrowding and high population density cannot be an excuse to filthy living. What is required is a change in attitude in each person’s personality, he added.

Noting that the campuses of the forces, including the Cantonments, are marked by their clean environment, Shri Rijiju hoped the BSF Clean Himalaya awareness campaign will send across the noble message to the far-flung corners of the country.

Speaking on the occasion, the Director General, BSF Shri DK Pathak said the BSF ‘Swachh Bharat, Swachh Himalaya’ campaign will be conducted from October 12, 2015 to November 23, 2015 and includes Cycling expedition, White Water Rafting and Trek to Garhwal Himalayas during which the team members will bring back garbage and waste materials left behind on the glaciers.

The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju addressing at the flag off ceremony of the ‘Swachh Bharat, Swachh Himalaya’ campaign of the Border Security Force, in New Delhi on October 12, 2015. The Director General, BSF, Shri D.K. Pathak is also seen.

 

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Indian army soldiers run after clearing an obstacle amid smoke from canisters to showcase their skills during a training session at army's Madras Engineer Group training centre in Bangalore, India.

 

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Glimpses of the Closing Ceremony of NCC National Games 2015, at DGNCC Garrison Parade Ground, in New Delhi on October 17, 2015.

The Minister of State for Planning (Independent Charge) and Defence, Shri Rao Inderjit Singh at the Closing Ceremony of NCC National Games 2015, at DGNCC Garrison Parade Ground, in New Delhi on October 17, 2015. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha is also seen.

 

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The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha presenting a memento to the Commandant of RIMC, Colonel HS Bainsla, in Dehradun on October 20, 2015.

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha with the cadets of Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), in Dehradun on October 20, 2015. The Air Chief Marshal (Retired) N.C. Suri is also seen.

 

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The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju being briefed by the SSB officers enroute from Kalapani BoP of SSB to Nabhidhang, BoP of ITBP on October 18, 2015.

According to Hindu legend, this is the cave where Sage Vyasa performed penance for years. A flag posted by the ITBP is indicative of the entrance to the cave. The ITBP has built a hydel project over the river Kali, which supplies power for the Kalapani camp.

It is from the camp at Nabhidhang that you can view the unique phenomenon, of 'Om'. The mountain on the eastern side, Om Parvat, has patterns on the snow, which resemble a naturally formed 'Om', a rare sight since the mountain is usually wreathed in clouds.

 

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The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju addressing the officers and jawans of ITBP, SSB and local leaders, at Gunji, in Uttarakhand on October 19, 2015.

 

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The Chief of Army Staff, General Dalbir Singh addressing the cadets of his Almamater Sainik School, in Chittorgarh on October 23, 2015.

 

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The Chief of Army Staff, General Dalbir Singh with the Senior Veterans, Colonels of Infantry Regiment and Infantry officers, on the occasion of Infantry Day, at Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, in New Delhi on October 27, 2015.

Ministry of Defence
27-October, 2015 18:20 IST
Infantry Day Celebrations on 27 Oct 2015

Infantry celebrates 27 Oct each year as the Infantry Day. On this day (27 Oct 1947), 68 years ago the leading elements of the Indian Army from 1st Battalion of the Sikh Regiment landed in Srinagar as part force to evict the Pakistani intruders from Jammu and Kashmir which became part of the Indian Union following the signing of Instrument of Accession by Maharaja Hari Singh. Their resolute defence of the city saved it from falling into the enemy hands. The gallant action of these Infantry Soldiers reversed the tide of the battle and contributed immensely towards integrating Kashmir as part of independent India.

Infantry Day 2015 was celebrated with traditional fervor on 27 Oct 15 with Wreath Laying Ceremony organised at ‘Amar Jawan Jyoti’. Gen Dalbir Singh, the COAS, Senior Veterans, Colonels of Infantry Regiments and serving officers attended the Ceremony. Lt Gen GS Rawat (Retd) represented the veterans in the Wreath Laying Ceremony.

Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw Memorial Lecture was also organised at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt as part of Infantry Day celebrations. Proceedings began with welcome address by Lt Gen Sanjay Kulkarni, Director General of Infantry. Lt Gen VR Raghavan, (Retd) delivered lecture on “Old and New Wars: Structural Challenges”, highlighting changes in character and scope of wars. Distinguished Soldier Diplomat, Lt Gen SK Sinha, (Retd) spoke of his association with Field Marshal Manekshaw, with whom he had the privilege to serve. The lecture culminated with closing remarks by the COAS, and a vote of thanks by the Director General Infantry.

Col Rohan Anand, SM