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India and Sri Lanka have taken another important step to strengthen their defence partnership with a high-level meeting in New Delhi. Vice Admiral Damian Fernando, Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, paid a courtesy call on India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on August 27, 2026, during his official visit to India. The meeting focused … Read more
India and Kuwait have taken an important step towards strengthening their defence partnership with the inaugural meeting of the India-Kuwait Joint Defence Committee (JDC) held in New Delhi on August 28, 2026. The meeting brought officials from both countries together to discuss practical ways to expand defence cooperation. The two sides agreed to work more … Read more
India’s defence manufacturing sector has received a major boost with the foundation being laid for five expansion projects of Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) and Yantra India Limited (YIL) in West Bengal. The projects, together, involve an investment of around ₹3,500 crore and are aimed at increasing the country’s capacity in shipbuilding, ship repair, … Read more
The 8th Pay Commission has become an important topic for government employees, pensioners, and members of the Armed Forces. While discussions around salary revision, allowances, pension, and service conditions are gaining attention, one question is being repeatedly raised by the defence community: why is there no direct representative of the Armed Forces on the Pay … Read more
The Canteen Stores Department (CSD) AFD portal has made it easier for eligible serving personnel, Ex-Servicemen and other authorised beneficiaries to purchase high-value items such as cars, motorcycles, televisions, refrigerators, air conditioners and washing machines. AFD stands for “Against Firm Demand”, and these products are different from regular grocery items available through URCs. The online … Read more
Canteen Stores Department (CSD) facilities are designed to provide groceries, household products, and liquor to eligible Armed Forces personnel, Ex-Servicemen, and their families at comparatively favourable prices. Still, many beneficiaries occasionally notice a CSD item that appears to be priced higher than the MRP seen in the civilian market. This naturally raises a question: if … Read more
Indian Railways continues to be one of the biggest employers in the country, offering thousands of government job opportunities every year. In Railway Recruitment 2026, candidates from different educational backgrounds can apply for various posts depending on their qualifications. Whether you have passed Class 10, Class 12, ITI, Diploma, Graduation, or Engineering, there are several … Read more
In a heartwarming initiative, the Ayodhya Ram Temple has introduced a dedicated Darshan Pass facility for serving soldiers, Ex-Servicemen, and eligible defence veterans. The new arrangement is aimed at making temple visits smoother and more convenient for members of the Armed Forces who have served or are currently serving the nation. Defence personnel often travel … Read more
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), one of India’s leading defence Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), has announced the BEL Havildar (Security) Recruitment 2026 for Ex-Servicemen. The recruitment offers a permanent government-sector job at BEL’s Pune Unit, making it an attractive opportunity for retired defence personnel looking for stable employment after military service. BEL has always preferred disciplined … Read more
In a significant decision affecting serving personnel of the Indian Air Force, the Supreme Court has upheld the rule that Air Force members must obtain prior permission from the competent authority before applying for civilian government jobs. The judgment reinforces the importance of discipline and administrative control within the Armed Forces while clarifying that service … Read more
