Indian Army Excels at the World's Highest Ultra Marathon! ๐ฎ๐ณ
On 13 Jul 2026, Maj Deepak Kumar of 153 General Hospital and Capt Sivaguru Vellasamy S of 4 LADAKH SCOUTS successfully completed the gruelling 70 km Umling La Challenge, the world's highest-altitude ultra marathon, organised by the Sarmang Society and Sarmang Adventure Tours under the Summit or Surrender race series.
Maj Deepak Kumar secured 1st Position, reflecting exceptional endurance, determination and the indomitable spirit of the Indian Army. The achievement underscores the physical robustness, mental resilience and unwavering commitment of Indian Army personnel to excel in the most challenging environments.
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Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan was briefed on the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and Sainik Schools by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth, along with senior officers of the Ministry of Defence today at Uprashtrapati Bhavan.
Appreciating the NCC's contribution to nation-building, the Vice-President described the Cadet Exchange Programme under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat as an excellent initiative for strengthening national integration. He also lauded the NCC's community service initiatives, including Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and welcomed the establishment of the NCC Alumni Association.
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Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, visited #Talbehat Military Station to review the operational preparedness and combat readiness of the garrison units. The Army Commander witnessed the newly inducted equipment in the #Shaktibaan Regiment and the pioneer indigenous #DhanushGun unit, reaffirming the commitment of #IndianArmy towards capability enhancement and force modernisation.
Interacting with troops, the Army Commander commended all ranks for their professionalism, dedication and unwavering commitment to duty. He exhorted them to continue striving for excellence and maintain the highest standards of operational preparedness.
#AlwaysInCombat
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Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, #ArmyCdrNC, visited #Talbehat Military Station to review the operational preparedness and combat readiness of the garrison units. The Army Commander witnessed the newly inducted equipment in the #Shaktibaan Regiment and the pioneer indigenous #DhanushGun unit, reaffirming the commitment of #IndianArmy towards capability enhancement and force modernisation.
Interacting with troops, the Army Commander commended all ranks for their professionalism, dedication and unwavering commitment to duty. He exhorted them to continue striving for excellence and maintain the highest standards of operational preparedness.
#AlwaysInCombat
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#WhiteKnightCorps | #OperationalReadiness#GOC@Whiteknight_IA visited operational locations of #AceOfSpadesDivision and #CIFRomeo to review the ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป and ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐. He commended all ranks for their ๐ถ๐ป๐ฑ๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ ๐๐ถ๐ด๐ถ๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ, ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ฒ๐ ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ and ๐๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐ถ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ towards maintaining a ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐๐ฎ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐. Interacting with troops deployed, the #CorpsCommander appreciated their ๐ต๐ถ๐ด๐ต ๐บ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ and ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ณ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐๐บ. He was briefed on ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐, ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ ๐ฒ๐ป๐ต๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐, ๐๐๐ฟ๐๐ฒ๐ถ๐น๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐๐ฒ๐บ๐, ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐ and initiatives to strengthen ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ณ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ.
๐๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ง๐ต๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ด๐ต ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐. ๐ฉ๐ถ๐ฐ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ ๐ง๐ต๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ด๐ต ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป.
๐ช๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ. ๐ช๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐.
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Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met Japanโs Minister of Defense Mr @shinjirokoiz in Tokyo on July 13, 2026, reaffirming the growing momentum of the India-Japan Special Strategic & Global Partnership. Building on the outcomes of Japanese Prime Minister @takaichi_sanaeโs recent visit to India, both sides held wide-ranging and productive discussions on regional security, maritime cooperation, defence industrial collaboration and advancing a free, open & secure #IndoPacific. The meeting underscored the shared commitment to further elevate India-Japan defence ties.
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Celebrate #IndependenceDay2026 by participating in a national-level painting competition being organised by the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with MyGov. The topic of the competition is โIndia 1947 vs India 2047โ.
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Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh laid a wreath at the Self-Defense Forces Memorial Stone in Tokyo on July 13, 2026, paying homage to the brave men and women who made the supreme sacrifice in service of their nation. The solemn tribute reflects the enduring India-Japan Special Strategic & Global Partnership, founded on shared values, mutual respect, and a common commitment to peace and stability. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ค๐ฏ๐ต
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When the enemy turned the heights into its strength, the Indian Air Force turned the skies into its battlefield.
This is the story of Operation Safed Sagar - the historic air campaign that changed the course of the Kargil War.
This week on #RakshaSutra, join Group Captain Anupam Banerjee (Retd.) as he recounts the untold stories, challenges, and memories of the missions that played a decisive role in India's victory.
Now premiering- "Above the Peaks: The Story of Operation Safed Sagar"
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Indian Navy invites online applications for Short Service Commission (Various Entries) โ Jun 2027 course for Executive, Education, and Technical Branches.
Course commencing June 2027 - @IN_NavalAcademy
Application window open till 27 Jul 2026.
Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh commissioned INS Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A stealth frigate, at Visakhapatnam on July 11, 2026. Built with 75% indigenous content, the frontline warship is a testament to Indiaโs growing defence manufacturing capabilities under #AatmanirbharBharat.
The Raksha Mantri said INS Mahendragiri will strengthen the @indiannavyโs operational capabilities, enhance Indiaโs blue-water reach, and reaffirmed the Governmentโs commitment to building a technologically advanced and combat-ready Navy.
Read here: https://t.co/aTZ8GI50qNโฆ
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Every warship has a journey.
#Mahendragiriโs began with indigenous design and the craftsmanship that shaped her.
As the sixth Project 17A Nilgiri-class frigate prepares for commissioning, today #11Jul 26, witness the making of a frontline combatant built for the Navy of tomorrow.
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โIndia stands as the primary guarantor of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region,โ said Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh while commending the Indian Navy for its steadfast role in protecting the nationโs maritime interests. He stressed the need for constant preparedness in view of evolving security challenges and reaffirmed the Governmentโs commitment to modernising the Defence Forces with world-class weaponry.
Read here: https://t.co/aTZ8GI50qNโฆ
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Heading to Visakhapatnam to witness a proud moment for our nation and the @indiannavy, for the Commissioning Ceremony of the 6th Project 17A stealth frigate, Mahendragiri, on 11 July 2026
This indigenously designed and constructed state-of-the-art warship is a testament to our #AatmanirbharBharat vision and the incredible capabilities of our domestic defence industries and MSMEs.
Mahendragiri, is combat ready to safeguard Indiaโs maritime interests and strengthen our resolve for a secure Indo-Pacific.
#KargilVijayDiwas2026#OnThisDay | 09 Jul 1999
Point 5229 : A Battle of Courage, Firepower and Fearless Resolve ๐ฎ๐ณ
On 09 Jul 1999, the brave soldiers of LADAKH SCOUTS (Karakoram Wing) launched a daring assault on Padma Go and Point 5229 in the Batalik Sector during the Kargil War. Rising above 17,000 feet and dominating the Khalubar Ridgeline, the objective formed a vital part of the enemy's defensive posture. The battle witnessed exemplary leadership by Capt Naresh Kumar Bishnoi, SM, who led from the front with exceptional courage and determination despite overwhelming odds.
The relentless and devastating fire delivered by the two BOFORS Fire Units of 307 Medium Regiment was precisely directed by the Forward Observation Officer, Sub Padma Nabh of 15 Field Regiment. The accuracy and intensity of the artillery fire enabled the assault to maintain its momentum, forcing the enemy to abandon its positions at Padma Go and Point 5229.
The capture of Point 5229 broke the enemy's resolve in the Batalik Sector and remains a shining example of courage, determination and seamless Infantry-Artillery coordination during Operation VIJAY.
India remembers with pride and gratitude. ๐ฎ๐ณ
#KargilWar #OperationVijay #IndianArmy #FireAndFuryCorps #NationFirst #VeertaAurBalidan
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#OnThisDay | 09 Jul 1999
Point 5229 : A Battle of Courage, Firepower and Fearless Resolve ๐ฎ๐ณ
On 09 Jul 1999, the brave soldiers of LADAKH SCOUTS (Karakoram Wing) launched a daring assault on Padma Go and Point 5229 in the Batalik Sector during the Kargil War. Rising above 17,000 feet and dominating the Khalubar Ridgeline, the objective formed a vital part of the enemy's defensive posture. The battle witnessed exemplary leadership by Capt Naresh Kumar Bishnoi, SM, who led from the front with exceptional courage and determination despite overwhelming odds.
The relentless and devastating fire delivered by the two BOFORS Fire Units of 307 Medium Regiment was precisely directed by the Forward Observation Officer, Sub Padma Nabh of 15 Field Regiment. The accuracy and intensity of the artillery fire enabled the assault to maintain its momentum, forcing the enemy to abandon its positions at Padma Go and Point 5229.
The capture of Point 5229 broke the enemy's resolve in the Batalik Sector and remains a shining example of courage, determination and seamless Infantry-Artillery coordination during Operation VIJAY.
India remembers with pride and gratitude. ๐ฎ๐ณ
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#KargilVijayDiwas2026 #KargilWar #OperationVijay #IndianArmy #FireAndFuryCorps #NationFirst #VeertaAurBalidan
#NCC
A proud moment for 8 J&K Girls Battalion NCC, Jammu as Senior Wing Cadet Samriti Kalhuria of GCW Parade has been honoured with the Outstanding NCC Cadet Award by CM Omar Abdullah in recognition of her exemplary service, unwavering dedication and outstanding contribution to the NCC.
Her remarkable NCC journey is marked by several distinguished achievements, including representing the Battalion in the Guard of Honour for the Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister, earning the Director General's Commendation, participating in the prestigious Republic Day Camp 2026 and showcasing excellence in Prime Minister's Rally Piloting. These accomplishments reflect her discipline, leadership, perseverance and steadfast commitment to the ideals of NCC.
This well-deserved honour is a testament to her relentless hard work and dedication and a source of immense pride for 8 J&K Girls Battalion NCC and GCW Parade.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Cadet Samriti Kalhuria and wish her continued success as she continues to inspire other cadets.
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#GeneralDhirajSeth, #COAS, visited forward areas along the Line of Control in #Poonch, #Rajouri & #Sunderbani (J&K). He reviewed the prevailing security dynamics along the Line of Control and the counter-insurgency grid of the @WhiteKnight_IA.
The #COAS was briefed on the evolving security environment, operational deployments, surveillance architecture, field innovations and integrated operational readiness. He also assessed the ongoing infrastructure development and the formation's sustained efforts to empower the communities of India's first villages through people-centric initiatives.
The #COAS commended all ranks for their operational excellence and unwavering commitment and exhorted them to remain mission-focused, operationally agile and continue striving for excellence.
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