ARMY UNIFORMS 2026
Indian Army Uniforms 2026 Manual: From new winter dress to Bandi jackets and tattoo regulations, all about Army's new dress rules
The Indian Army has unveiled "Army Uniforms-2026," a new dress code manual introducing a winter uniform, allowing bandi jackets for officers, and expanding formal options for women. The updated regulations also revise ceremonial practices, drop colonial-era terms, and maintain strict rules on tattoos and grooming.
Memorial Day Quote of the Day by Brevet Lieutenant Colonel Edmund B. Whitman: ‘That Nation which respects and honors its dead, shall ever be…’
Edmund Burke Whitman, a Civil War quartermaster, established America's national cemetery system. His work ensured fallen soldiers were honored with dignity. Whitman believed a nation's respect for its dead reflects its own standing. His efforts created traditions of remembrance that continue today. This shapes how the United States honors its military heroes.
Memorial Day 2026: Are Walmart and other grocery stores open today? What to know about holiday hours and schedule
Memorial Day 2026 falls on Monday, May 25. Many shops and supermarkets will be open for your convenience. This day honors fallen service members. Walmart and grocery chains like Kroger will operate normally. Other retailers such as Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are also expected to be open. Banks and post offices will be closed for this federal observance.
Buffets, baristas, but no briefings: Journalists frozen out of Iran talks in Islamabad
Hundreds of journalists converged in Islamabad for crucial US-Iran peace talks. Authorities provided lavish arrangements including gourmet food and high-speed internet. However, updates were scarce, delivered via WhatsApp statements rather than briefings. Despite the elaborate setup, the media remained largely in the dark about the substantive outcomes of the negotiations.
Subedaar released on OTT: Where to watch Anil Kapoor's action movie online? Cast, plot and more details
Anil Kapoor stars as Arjun Maurya, a retired army officer, in the action-drama Subedaar. The film is gearing up for the digital release. The movie sees Arjun confronting a ruthless crime lord and his own strained relationship with his daughter. Read on to know more about it in details.
Army officer’s toll refusal video goes viral: Are defence personnel exempt from toll tax?
A viral video shows an Indian Army officer's wife arguing for toll exemption at a plaza, with the operator calmly explaining rules. The incident sparked debate on respecting the armed forces versus enforcing civic rules, highlighting confusion over old laws and current highway fee regulations.
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Why is Presidents Day called Washington’s Birthday and how is the day linked to George Washington? Explainer on history and meaning
Why is Presidents Day called Washington’s Birthday and how is the day linked to George Washington? The holiday began to honor George Washington. It later moved dates under federal law. It now falls in February. Many states also link it to Abraham Lincoln and other presidents.
Senior Citizens and Budget 2026: How key proposals from Finance Minister can impact them
Budget 2026 introduces some reforms for senior citizens, including streamlined online customs declarations and duty exemptions on 17 cancer drugs and medicines for rare diseases. While no major new tax relief is announced, existing benefits like higher exemption limits and TDS thresholds remain. The "Biopharma Shakti" initiative aims to reduce long-term healthcare costs.
India 77th Republic Day: India, EU ties, Vande Mataram and Operation Sindoor dominate mega show
India 77th Republic Day Parade: India's 77th Republic Day parade showcased advanced military hardware, including the hypersonic LR-AShM missile, highlighting its growing technological prowess. The event also coincided with significant progress in trade negotiations between India and the European Union, with EU leaders attending as chief guests.
Republic Day 2026: Parade boasts Indian military might with Rafales, BrahMos, & Operation Sindoor tableaux
2026 Republic Day: India's 77th Republic Day Parade showcased its burgeoning defence prowess and advanced technology, highlighting indigenous artillery's central role. President Murmu presided over the event at Kartavya Path, with European leaders as Chief Guests. This year's parade followed Operation Sindoor, a successful mission against terrorist bases in Pakistan, underscoring India's growing military might on the global stage.
Republic Day: Meet ‘Sharma ji ki beti’ Captain Hansja Sharma, the Army officer who rose from a single mother’s sacrifices to fly the Rudra helicopter
Captain Hansja Sharma makes history as the Indian Army's first woman pilot to fly the Rudra armed helicopter. She will be showcased at the Republic Day 2026 parade. Sharma's journey includes overcoming rejection and surgery. She excelled at the Combat Army Aviation Training School and led a squadron. Her mother speaks of her discipline and sacrifices. Sharma's achievement inspires many.
Republic Day: Flying Rafales, hypersonic missiles & Operation Sindoor tableau, what the 2026 parade will convey from Kartavya Path
India Republic Day: India gears up for its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026. President Droupadi Murmu will lead celebrations at Kartavya Path. European leaders will attend as Chief Guests. The event will showcase India's military strength, cultural diversity, and developmental achievements. A grand parade will feature various contingents and advanced weaponry.
Soldiers march with wet uniforms, boots as Republic Day rehearsal held amid rain
Soldiers marched with precision during the Republic Day parade full dress rehearsal on Kartavya Path. Steady rain and thunder did not deter the troops. Military vehicles and missile systems were showcased. Spectators braved the weather to witness the event. The India Meteorological Department reported significant rainfall across Delhi. This event marked the end of a dry winter spell.
Indian Army Day 2026: When Field Marshal Cariappa refused an offer from his former junior Ayub Khan to free his son captured in 1965 war
Indian Army Day 2026: During the 1965 war, Field Marshal K M Cariappa refused Pakistan's offer to release his son, a captured IAF officer, as a special gesture. He insisted his son be treated as any other prisoner of war, reinforcing the Indian Army's core values of equality and duty above personal ties.
Op Sindoor lessons: From operations to plugging industry gaps & exposing Pakistan-based groups, India more prepared now
Operation Sindoor, a decisive military strike against Pakistan in 2025, redefined India's response to terrorism and reshaped its national security strategy. The operation exposed Pakistan's nuclear bluff and demonstrated India's capability for impactful strikes, leading to significant shifts in military thinking and preparedness for future conflicts.
Indian Army achieves nearly complete 'Atmanirbharta' on extreme-altitude clothing
In a major milestone towards self-reliance, the Indian Army has indigenised 55 out of the total 57 Special Clothing and Mountaineering Equipment (SCME) for troops in Super High Altitude Areas, Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG PI), IHQ of MoD (Army) said.
Political leaders confront security concerns - fear - after Charlie Kirk's assassination
Following Charlie Kirk's assassination, political figures grapple with heightened security concerns and emotional burdens. Governor Shapiro, impacted by a home arson, emphasizes the challenge of balancing public service with family safety. Despite rising violent rhetoric and threats, leaders like Shapiro and Trump vow to continue their duties, while others adjust schedules and security.
7th Pay Commission: Centre revises this rule for new recruits joining after July 2025
7th Pay Commission: Central government employees joining after July 2025 will receive a proportionate dress allowance, calculated monthly until the following June, as per the Ministry of Communications.
11 years of India's defence sector: From indigenous production to global exports and redefined national security
India's defence sector sees big changes in the last eleven years. Defence budget rises, leading to record production and export growth. Private industry plays a key role with focus on local manufacturing. Government signs many contracts with Indian companies. Defence corridors attract investments. India's defence exports increase significantly. The country takes strong action on counter-terrorism and internal security.
Birthday bash with bombast: Donald Trump plots $100 million military parade through Washington DC on his birthday; tanks, troops, and fireworks set to shake the capital in June
Donald Trump is planning a grand military parade in Washington, D.C., on June 14, coinciding with his birthday and the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary. The parade, potentially costing $100 million, will feature tanks, troops, jets, and fireworks, proceeding from the Pentagon to the White House. A previous attempt in 2017 was cancelled due to high costs and logistical concerns.
A birthday call, a quick goodbye: Families mourn martyred soldiers in J&K’s Doda
Sepoy Bijendra's final call was to wish his wife a happy birthday in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, expressing his longing to return home soon. Capt Brijesh Thapa spoke to his mother in Siliguri, informing her of an upcoming operation. Both soldiers, along with Sepoy Ajay Kumar Singh from Jhunjhunu and Naik Dokkari Rajesh from Srikakulam, lost their lives in a nighttime gunfight in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday.
Is Modi’s policy agenda at risk in new Parliament? Here's what might now happen to some of his key plans
Signs of acrimony between the BJP-led govt and the opposition were visible at the start of the first parliamentary session of Modi 3.0. A united opposition — which won about 230 of the 543 seats in the Lok Sabha — are opposing the BJP’s selection of a temporary speaker of parliament and are protesting against a brewing scandal over entrance exams.
As south greys, poor states will be most youthful
Southern India - especially, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu -- is greying much faster than the rest of the country.
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