Kolkata:The Directorate General Resettlement (DGR), Ministry of Defence, will organize a Job Fair for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) on 29 October 2025, starting at 7:00 AM, at Suryodaya Auditorium, Vijay Durg (Fort William), Kolkata, West Bengal – 700021. The initiative aims to provide a dynamic platform for former Armed Forces personnel to explore second career opportunities in […]
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Kolkata: The Indian Army, in collaboration with the Principal Controller of Defence Accounts (Pensions), Prayagraj, will be organising a two-day Defence Pension Resolution Programme titled Raksha Pension Samadhan Aayojan on 27 and 28 June 2025. The event will be held at Suryodaya Auditorium, Vijay Durg (erstwhile Fort William), Kolkata, and will commence at 0900 hours […]
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Kolkata: The Military Training Area astride Fort William, Kolkata is set to come alive with an awe-inspiring display of skill, precision and valour on 16th December 2024, as the Indian Army hosts the annual military tattoo to commemorate the 53rd Vijay Diwas. Open to the public, this landmark occasion promises to draw a massive turnout […]
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Kolkata : In a befitting tribute to the heroes of the 1971 war, Headquarters Eastern Command, in collaboration with RedFM, organised a vibrant bike rally in Kolkata. The event, held as a prelude to the upcoming Vijay Diwas 2024 celebrations, aimed to honour the unparalleled valour and sacrifices of the Armed Forces while strengthening the […]
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Kolkata : On the solemn occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, a poignant wreath-laying ceremony was held at Vijay Smarak, Fort William, Kolkata, to honor the valiant soldiers who fought and sacrificed their lives during the Kargil War. The ceremony was marked by the presence of Lt Gen Ram Chander Tiwari, UYSM, AVSM, SM, GOC-in-C Eastern […]
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Kolkata : The Raksha Rajya Mantri, Sanjay Seth, visited Fort William, the Headquarters of the Eastern Command. During his visit, Seth laid a wreath at the Vijay Smarak, paying homage to the brave-hearts who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation. Sanjay Seth was briefed on the operational and logistical aspects of the […]
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Kolkata: Cyclone Remal battered Kolkata leaving behind a trail of destruction at number of places including the military areas. At Fort William Military Station, several large and old trees bore the brunt of nature and were uprooted. Usually, they would have been sawed into smaller chunks and removed to allow traffic and other activities. However, […]
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Kolkata: The Eastern Command solemnly commemorated International Yoga Day 2024 at Fort William, Kolkata, and across numerous military stations. This event underscored yoga’s crucial role in enhancing the physical and mental well-being of military personnel, their families, and the broader society. At Fort William, Ashima Srikanth, Regional Vice President of the Army Wives Welfare Association […]
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Kolkata: An imposter with particulars Army No IC 78040 N Maj MS Chauhan, Unit 5 GR (FF) tried to enter through East Gate at approx 1:10PM. He came to Fort William in a BMW car driven by a chauffeur. At the gate on duty MP, when asked to prove his identity, he showed her I […]
Continue ReadingKolkata: IAF’s Meghana river crossing operation of 1971, a thrilling account by Sqn Ldr Push Vaid, VrC, hero of the Bangladesh liberation war.In an exemplary move to foster jointmanship among the tri-services, Advance HQ Eqstern Air Command, Kolkata organized a captivating talk by Air Veteran Swuadron Leader Pushp Vaid, VrC at Fort William. Sqn Ldr […]
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