Assam Rifles, Indian Army extend humanitarian aid in Manipur, Arunachal

Imphal/Itanagar, Jan 17 (IANS) The Assam Rifles organised a humanitarian outreach programme at Happiness Home Orphanage in Manipur’s tribal-inhabited Churachandpur district, providing essential support to 50 children and 10 elderly residents, including a few children living with HIV, officials said on Saturday. A defence spokesman said that relief materials were distributed among the residents, creating […]
Indian Army organises eco-tourism exposure tour for college students from Arunachal’s border areas

Itanagar, Jan 4 (IANS) To promote youth empowerment and sustainable development, the Indian Army has facilitated an eco-tourism exposure tour for college students from border areas of Arunachal Pradesh’s West Siang district, an official said on Sunday. Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the Indian Army, under the aegis of Spear Corps, on […]
Indian Army field hospital concludes relief mission in Cyclone Ditwah-hit Sri Lanka

Colombo, Dec 15 ( IANS) As India continued its humanitarian support to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, the Indian Army Field Hospital team wrapped up its relief mission in the island nation and returned home after providing crucial medical care. Sri Lankan Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa expressed appreciation […]
Indian Army makes historic first ascent of Arunachal’s highest peak Mount Kangto

Itanagar, Dec 5 (IANS) The Indian Army has created history by successfully scaling Mount Kangto (7,042 meters), the highest peak in Arunachal Pradesh, marking the first-ever recorded ascent, officials said on Friday. Defence spokesman Lt Col Athul Sreedharan said that in a landmark achievement and a proud moment for the nation, an Indian Army mountaineering […]