Category: Forces

Bhairav Battalion Roars in Kolkata: India Showcases Future-Ready Combat Power at Republic Day Parade 2026

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Kolkata: Kolkata is set to witness a spectacular and inspiring display of India’s growing military strength and self-reliance during the Republic Day Parade 2026, as the Armed Forces showcase cutting-edge technology, indigenous defence systems, and future-ready combat capabilities. The parade will reflect India’s unwavering commitment to national security and the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, while […]

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Assam Rifles National Integration Tour for Jiri Ima Meira Paibi Apunba Lup Reaches Kolkata

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Kolkata: As part of its ongoing Civic Action Programme, the Assam Rifles is conducting a National Integration Tour for members of Jiri Ima Meira Paibi Apunba Lup (JIMPAL) from the Jiribam district of Manipur, with Kolkata serving as a key destination in the multi-city initiative aimed at fostering national unity and cultural exchange. The delegation […]

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Shaurya Conclave Highlights Media–Military Synergy in Strategic Communication

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Kolkata :The Eastern Command of the Indian Army successfully concluded the Shaurya Conclave: Strategic Communication and the Evolution of the Cognitive Domain, bringing together senior military leaders, eminent scholars, seasoned journalists and strategic communication practitioners for an in-depth discussion on the evolving information environment shaping modern security dynamics. The conclave featured carefully curated sessions where […]

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INS Chilka Hosts Passing Out Parade of 02/25 Batch, 2,172 Trainees Join Ranks of Navy & Coast Guard

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Chilka:The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 02/25 batch was conducted with ceremonial grandeur at INS Chilka, marking the successful completion of 16 weeks of ab-initio training. Held as an impressive post-sunset ceremonial parade, the event symbolised the transformation of young recruits into disciplined, resilient and combat-ready naval professionals. A total of 2,172 trainees passed […]

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Army Public School Barrackpore Celebrates Annual Sports Day 2025 with Spirit of Inclusivity and Excellence

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Barrackpore: Army Public School (APS) Barrackpore, located within the historic Barrackpore Military Station, celebrated its Annual Sports Day 2025 over three days with great enthusiasm, fervour and a strong message of inclusivity.The event coincided with the school’s 27 years of excellence and was organised under the theme “Inclusive India – We Are the Champs.” First […]

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Eastern Command Organises Grand Military Spectacle at Mangal Pandey Military Training Area, Vijay Durg to Mark Vijay Diwas 2025

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Kolkata : Headquarters Eastern Command will commemorate the 54th Vijay Diwas on 16 December 2025, honouring India’s historic victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak War. As part of the celebrations, a grand Military Tattoo was organised at the Mangal Pandey Military Training Area, Vijay Durg, Kolkata, drawing an overwhelming public response from across the city and […]

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Warships in the City: INS Khanjar & INS Kora Sail Into Kolkata for Navy Day 2025

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Kolkata : Eastern Fleet warships INS Khanjar and INS Kora, both frontline Guided Missile Corvettes of the Eastern Naval Command, are scheduled to arrive in Kolkata on 27 November 2025 as part of Navy Week and Navy Day 2025 celebrations. The deployment is part of the Indian Navy’s ongoing Mission-Based Deployments in the Bay of […]

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Kolkata Police Half Marathon 2026 Named Official Qualifier for World Masters Athletics Championships

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Kolkata : The Kolkata Police on Wednesday announced that the 6th Kolkata Police Safe Drive Save Life Half Marathon (KPSDSL) has been accorded the status of an official qualifying event for the World Masters Athletics Championships 2026, to be held in Daegu, South Korea from August 22 to September 3, 2026. For the first time, […]

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Indian Army Secures IPR for New Coat Combat Design

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New Delhi : The Indian Army has secured the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for its newly designed Coat Combat (Digital Print), marking a significant step forward in its ongoing drive toward modernisation, indigenisation, and improved soldier comfort. The new design follows the earlier introduction of the Digital Print Combat Uniform. Rolled out in January 2025, […]

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NCC Naval Cadets Complete 410 km Sailing Expedition from Farakka to Kolkata

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Kolkata: A team of 60 Naval Cadets from the West Bengal Directorate successfully completed a 410 km sailing expedition from Farakka to Kolkata, undertaken as part of the Most Enterprising Naval Unit (MENU) Competition conducted annually by the Directorate General of NCC (DGNCC). The expedition was flagged off on 05 November 2025 by the Group […]

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