AGNIPATH NEWS
China border has become 'more alive,' India enhancing frontier infrastructure: Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the need for increased troop presence along the China border. He highlighted the significant enhancements in infrastructure and military capabilities since the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020. Jaishankar noted that improving border infrastructure had been neglected until about a decade ago. The talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping marked a shift towards normalising relations.
Agniveer Scheme revamped: What's the new pathway to permanent Army jobs and why has govt changed Agnipath?
The government's revision of the Agnipath scheme comes ahead of Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Punjab, addressing concerns over limited retention in the armed forces. The new framework allows the 25% selected on merit to enter regular service after four years, while the remaining 75% can serve two more years before being considered for enrolment.
Agniveers' tenure extended by two years; CDS says 75% outgoing Agniveers will also be given option to continue in armed forces
Agniveer extension news: The Centre has announced a two-year engagement extension for the remaining 75% of Agniveers following feedback on the Agnipath scheme. CDS General N S Raja Subramani said all would be offered a pathway to regular enrolment after the extended period. He also announced changes to recruitment tests and skill certificates for Agniveers.
Being Indian Army Agniveer far better than working in Gulf: Gorkha soldiers protest in Nepal
Former Gorkha soldiers demonstrated in Pokhara, Nepal, urging India to restart recruitment. They submitted a memorandum requesting immediate resumption of enlistment and recognition for ex-servicemen groups. The Agnipath scheme has complicated the long-standing practice of Nepali youths joining the Indian Army. This recruitment offers better prospects than overseas employment in Gulf countries. The decision on resuming recruitment now rests with the Nepali government.
R Madhavan impressed after actor Ravi Kishan’s daughter Ishita Shukla chooses the Indian Army over Bollywood
Ravi Kishan’s daughter Ishita Shukla chose a path away from Bollywood, joining the defence forces as an Agniveer under the Agnipath scheme in 2023. Her decision earned praise from Anupam Kher, while Ravi Kishan has often expressed pride in her military training and NCC journey. Actor Madhavan also shares a connection with military service, having trained with the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force during his NCC years.
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Modi's remarks that his govt implemented Agnipath at Army's behest 'blatant lie': Congress
On Friday, Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly politicizing Kargil Vijay Diwas and lying about the Army's endorsement of the Agnipath scheme. Modi, in his address, defended the scheme, emphasizing its necessity for military reform and youth recruitment. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and general secretary Jairam Ramesh accused Modi of disrespecting martyrs and misleading the public. They highlighted that former Army chief General MM Naravane had expressed surprise at the scheme, which they argue is detrimental to national security and the aspirations of rural youth. Congress demands the scheme be scrapped.
New Recruitment Policy: CISF and BSF set aside 10% constable jobs for former Agniveers
India's government has allocated 10% of CISF and BSF constable positions for former Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme, aimed at rejuvenating security forces with younger recruits. This move follows debates in Parliament over the scheme's effectiveness. CISF and BSF directors detailed the recruitment process, highlighting exemptions and age relaxations for ex-Agniveers. The initiative aims to integrate experienced personnel into critical security roles, reflecting the government's commitment to strengthening national security.
Rahul Gandhi always questions valor of the Indian Army: Madhya Pradesh CM
CM Mohan Yadav criticizes Rahul Gandhi for questioning Agnipath scheme, claiming Indian Army's opposition. Rahul attributes scheme to PM Modi. Congress promises economic security. Doordarshan changes logo to saffron, sparking controversy.
Govt blocks 10 YouTube channels for airing fake news: Anurag Thakur
The minister said that these channels were working against the interest of the country by spreading fake news to spoil India's relationship with friendly nations.
Decision on Gorkhas recruitment under Agnipath scheme to be taken after Nov polls: Nepal
The foriegn ministry spokesperson's remarks came in response to media reports quoting Indian Army chief General Manoj Pande as saying that India may be forced to withdraw vacancies for enlisting soldiers from Nepal under its new Agnipath scheme in the ongoing cycle if the landlocked country does not take a decision soon.
Over 2000 trains cancelled during Agnipath protests between June 15 & June 23: Rly Minister
More than 2000 trains were affected due to the Agnipath protests across the country, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Parliament on Friday. In a written reply in Rajya Sabha, he said 2132 trains were cancelled between June 15 and June 23.
Delhi HC to hear pleas challenging Agnipath scheme on August 25
The top court has also asked the high courts of Kerala, Punjab and Haryana, Patna and Uttarakhand to transfer the PILs against the Agnipath scheme pending before them to the Delhi High Court or keep it pending till a decision from the Delhi High Court is delivered, if the petitioners before it so desires.
Mamata Banerjee questions arrest of Zubair & Setalvad, claims those who spread hatred are roaming free
Addressing a party meeting in Asansol in Paschim Bardhaman district, Banerjee also attacked the Centre over the Agnipath defence recruitment scheme, calling it a “major scam and another example of Jumla politics” ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
Agnipath a transformative scheme; we will keep reviewing it: Rajnath Singh
The scheme, announced on June 14, seeks to recruit youths between the age bracket of 17-and-half years to 21 for only four years with a provision to retain 25 per cent of them for 15 more years. For 2022, the upper age limit has been extended to 23 years. Several parts of India witnessed violent protests against the scheme with the agitators demanding its rollback as the new model does not provide a job guarantee to 75 per cent of the recruits.
Bharat Bandh: Nationwide strike impacts road and rail traffic
Bharat Bandh Today: After more than 10 states witnessed protests against the government's new 'Agnipath' military recruitment scheme last week, a nationwide shutdown call - for 'Bharat Bandh' - has been given by some groups on Monday. This comes a day after the service chiefs ruled out rolling back of the plan and revealed the recruitment timelines.
View: The offer that Agniveers let go by military can work as security at party offices can hurt recruits' pride
The problem with Agnipath is that what is a policy decision taken by India's top military brass after two years of consultation on how to give the country a modern military force is getting increasingly politicised due to the comments made on 24-by-7 TV news-channels by spokespersons of all Indian political parties, whether it is the BJP or opposition stalwarts like Mallikarjun Kharge and H D Kumaraswamy.
Agniveer recruitment rally: Indian Army says registration to begin from July
Even as protests from aspirants and rumblings from the opposition continue, the Indian army on Monday reportedly released a notification on the Agniveer recruitment rally, saying that the registration will open July onwards
Agnipath protests: Centre bans 35 WhatsApp groups for spreading fake news
According to the reports, the Government has also urged the citizens to report any such group on PIB fact check team number 8799711259.
Agnipath applicants will have to give undertaking they didn't take part in protests, arson
The government on Tuesday announced the 'Agnipath' model of recruitment under which soldiers will be inducted into the three services for four years with a provision of retaining 25 per cent of them for an additional 15 years following a selection process.
Agnipath scheme announced after wide-ranging consultations: Rajnath Singh
The defence minister said the scheme was announced after around two years of deliberations including with the ex-servicemen community and a decision was taken based on a consensus. "We wanted that there is a sense of discipline and pride for the country among the people," he said.
Delhi Police arrests man for 'instigating' Agnipath protesters in Delhi
The protesters were moved to one side of the road so that the traffic movement was not disturbed. Later, Sharma, a resident of village near Daulatpur, joined the protest and started to "instigate" the agitators through his inflammatory speech. He also got into a scuffle with the police personnel there, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Dwarka) M Harsha Vardhan said.
Agnipath protests happening due to misinformation, says Navy Chief
The Agnipath scheme is a transformational scheme and it is a made in India and a made for India scheme, Indian Navy Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral R. Hari Kumar said in an interview with the news agency ANI.
Why are Indians protesting against the Modi govt’s Agnipath scheme? All you need to know
The Narendra Modi government introduced the new recruitment initiative for the armed forces earlier this week. The government said youths between the ages of 17-and-a-half and 21 years would be inducted for a four-year tenure while 25% of the recruits will be retained for regular service. The upper age limit was raised to 23 years on Thursday amid widespread protests.
Agnipath scheme: Railways Minister Vaishnaw appeals against violent protests
"I appeal to the youth to not indulge in violent protests and not damage the property of the Railways," said Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
Protests against Modi govt's Agnipath scheme intensify; 1 killed in Secunderabad
Protests over 'Agnipath', the recruitment scheme introduced for youth to serve in the Armed Forces, have now continued for the third straight day despite the Centre’s age relaxation. Protests have been reported in multiple parts of the country, and around 200 trains have been affected as a result.
Protests against Agnipath scheme in Uttar Pradesh
Students blocked the GT road in Bulandshahr and raised slogans demanding the withdrawal of the scheme which allow short-term recruitment in the armed forces.
Protests erupt in Bihar against Agnipath scheme, Army aspirants demand its withdrawal
Army aspirants interrupted train and road traffic in numerous districts of Bihar on Thursday in protest of the "Agnipath" scheme, which offers contractual recruitment of jawans for a four-year period followed by compulsory retirement for the majority of them without gratuity or pension benefit
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