INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY
Investigators deliver report on why Iranian warships took part in naval drills off South Africa
An investigation into the involvement of Iranian warships in naval exercises near South Africa has concluded. This operation, featuring South African, Chinese, Russian, and Iranian naval forces, unfolded amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions. Following a breach of directives regarding Iranian participation, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa initiated the inquiry. While findings have been submitted for presidential review, specific details will remain classified, amid U.S. critiques of South Africa's foreign policy stance.
‘I didn't know women couldn't fly fighters’: How Bhawana Kanth went from childhood dream to becoming IAF’s first woman fighter pilot
Bhawana Kanth's journey from chasing aircraft as a child to becoming the first woman officer in the Indian Air Force to qualify as a Fighter Combat Leader reflects a decade of milestones in military aviation. From joining India's first batch of women fighter pilots in 2016 to completing advanced combat training at TACDE in 2026, Kanth spoke to CNBC-TV18 about the childhood dream, policy change and daily training that shaped her career.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar dies at 75 after cardiac arrest
Nana Patekar Death News: Vishwanath Patekar, widely known as Nana Patekar, has passed away at the age of 75. He was found unconscious at his residence in Goa and could not be revived after extensive CPR. A medico-legal case has been registered and a post-mortem will be conducted as part of the investigation. Patekar was a celebrated actor in Indian cinema, receiving multiple prestigious awards throughout his career.
Pakistan lost control of its Frankenstein monster of terrorism which has returned to haunt it: India at UN
India addressed the United Nations, highlighting Pakistan's failure to control terrorism it once sponsored. The Indian representative criticized Pakistan's contradictory statements regarding terrorism and its impact on its own country. Acknowledging internal struggles, Pakistani leaders admitted that terrorism poses a greater threat domestically than externally. India emphasized the international community's responsibility to act against terrorism and state sponsors. The upcoming FATF plenary will further scrutinize Pakistan's financial support for terrorism.
Lieutenant General Mohit Seth takes over as White Knight Corps Commander
Lieutenant General Mohit Seth has formally assumed command of the White Knight Corps stationed in Nagrota, succeeding Lieutenant General P K Mishra. He highlights the importance of operational preparedness and fostering a united team spirit. Prior to this, Lt Gen Seth was the Commandant of the Indian Military Training Team in Bhutan.
Army Chief Dhiraj Seth in Russia for 3-day visit to boost military cooperation
Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth is visiting Russia for three days starting Wednesday. He will discuss military cooperation and training with Russian officials. Gen Seth will also pay respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The visit aims to strengthen the enduring defence relationship between India and Russia. He will also visit a military academy in St. Petersburg.
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CRPF appoints IPS officer Sanjukta Parasor as the first female Inspector General of CoBRA unit
Sanjukta Parasor becomes the first woman to lead CRPF's elite CoBRA commando unit. She is a 2006-batch IPS officer from the Assam-Meghalaya cadre. The CoBRA unit was established to combat Left Wing Extremism and insurgency. Commandos have been credited with successful jungle warfare operations against Naxals. V K Birdi also takes charge as IG of CRPF VIP security wing.
Paatal Lok actor Jaideep Ahlawat wanted to join the Army before facing the camera but could not clear the interview stage; recalls feeling jealous after spotting young cadets at an airport while shooting for ‘Vishwaroopam’
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat once aspired to join the Indian Army, attempting the selection exams twice. He shared that seeing soldiers in uniform still evokes strong emotions and goosebumps. Ahlawat recalled a difficult airport encounter with young cadets returning from their passing-out parade. His introduction to war hero Arun Khetarpal deeply impacted him during a military academy visit.
Who is Major Navya Shekhawat, first woman Army officer appointed President’s Aide-De-Camp assisting her in official duties ?
Major Navya Shekhawat has become the first woman Indian Army officer to serve as an Aide-de-Camp to President Droupadi Murmu. Commissioned into the Army Service Corps in 2021 after clearing the CDS examination and training at OTA Chennai, she became the second woman overall to hold the President’s ADC role, following Navy officer Yashasvi Solanki’s appointment in 2025.
Who is Athira Suresh, the NIT Calicut grad who left ExxonMobil for the Indian Army?
Lieutenant Athira Suresh from Kozhikode, Kerala, was commissioned into the Indian Army on September 5, 2026, after leaving her job as a Project Controls Engineer at ExxonMobil. A Civil Engineering graduate from NIT Calicut, she joins a family with three generations of military service. She trained at OTA Gaya's SSC Technical (Women) course, part of a passing-out parade that commissioned 595 new officers across two academies that day.
Who is Shardendu Tiwari, who gave up a Rs 46 lakh Amazon package to join Indian Army?
A Rs 46 lakh annual package at Amazon and an opportunity with Airbus offered Shardendu Tiwari a promising corporate career. Instead, the 27-year-old Lucknow resident chose to pursue his childhood inclination towards the armed forces. After eight Army selection attempts, the second-generation soldier is now set to be commissioned at OTA Gaya, where he also earned the Senior Under Officer appointment.
From his father’s uniform to his own: Meet Lt Mohit Arora after seven years of perseverance
Officer Cadet Mohit Arora’s seven-year pursuit of a career in the Indian Army has brought him closer to a childhood dream shaped by his father’s military service. Despite securing high CAT percentiles and admission offers from three IIMs, he chose to remain focused on the Olive Green. His journey from Physics graduate to securing All India Rank 212 now continues at OTA Gaya.
Who is Sparsh Chhetri who left a corporate package worth lakhs to join the Indian Army?
Battalion Under Officer Sparsh Chhetri of Dehradun is carrying forward a four-generation family legacy of military service after leaving a corporate career as a Senior Data Analyst. A Computer Science graduate and multi-sport achiever, he also has NCC experience and has been appointed Battalion Under Officer at OTA Gaya. An Indian Army training command recently highlighted his journey on social media.
COAS General Upendra Dwivedi reviews Passing Out Parade at Indian Military Academy in Dehradun
Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed the Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy. Five hundred twenty-five Officer Cadets, including 34 from friendly foreign countries, graduated. General Dwivedi congratulated the cadets and their parents. He urged them to strive for excellence in serving the nation.
Delhi HC ask Centre to decide representation to include women in armed forces through CDS exam
The Delhi High Court has directed the Centre to decide within eight weeks a representation requesting the entry of women into the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy of the Indian Armed Forces through the Combined Defence Services (CDS) examination. The court passed the order on a petition by Kush Kalra, who challenged the notification, which excluded female candidates solely on the grounds of their gender.
6 months visa to be granted to Afghan soldiers being trained in India
Earlier, a total of 736 Afghans were recorded for new registration from August 1 to September 11, the UNHCR said, adding that it is scaling up its capacity to meet increasing requests for registration and assistance of Afghans in India.
Top Taliban leader Stanikzai trained by Indian Military Academy
Stanikzai, a deputy foreign minister in the last Taliban regime, passed out of the Indian Military Academy at Dehradun. He was 20 years old when he joined the 44 other foreign cadets of the Bhagat Battalion’s Keren Company at the IMA.
Lt Gen Manjinder Singh takes over as Western Command Chief of Staff
Lt Gen Singh is an alumnus of the Sainik School Kapurthala, National Defence Academy and the Indian Military Academy. He was commissioned into 19 Madras regiment on December 20, 1986, the spokesman said.
Training hit at defence institutes, passing out and new inductions likely to be delayed
Due to the lockdown that has prevented the entry of some trainers at the institutes and the restrictions that are likely to remain even after it is lifted, coupled with the final phases of the training that are still left to be completed, the passing out parade of the current batch of students could get delayed.
Lieutenant General Manoj Mukund to be the next Army chief
Lt Gen Naravane is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy and the Indian Military Academy. He was commissioned into the 7th battalion, the Sikh Light Infantry Regiment in June 1980.
427 cadets pass out from Indian Military Academy
This year 53 cadets were from Uttar Pradesh followed by 51 from Haryana, 36 from Bihar, 26 from Uttarakhand, 25 from Delhi, 20 from Maharashtra , 15 from Himachal Pradesh, 14 from Punjab, 12 from Jammu and Kashmir, 10 from Madhya Pradesh and eight from West Bengal.
No proposal to make it mandatory for students to go for military education: Government
Subhash Bhamre, minister of state for defence, said this in a written response to a question in Rajya Sabha.
Lt General Balwant Singh Negi takes over as Indian Military Academy Commandant
An alumni of the Rashtriya Indian Military College, NDA and Indian Military Academy, Lt Gen Negi has had an illustrious career spanning 37 years.
IMA passing-out parade: 687 cadets inducted into the Indian army as officers
A total of 687 cadets were inducted into the Indian army as officers today after a passing-out parade at the prestigious Indian Military Academy here.
Lt General Saini new commandant of Indian Military Academy
Lt General Saini is an alumni of National Defence Academy (NDA) and IMA. In 1981, he was commissioned to seventh battalion of Jat regiment.
700 cadets pass out of Indian Military Academy
A colourful ceremony was held at the sprawling ground in front of the Indian Military Academy's historic Chetwode Building .
CBI registers cases in Indian Military Academy selection scam
CBI has registered two cases against the then officials of the Indian Military Academy for alleged cheating, corruption and irregularities.
CBI unearths major recruitment scam in IMA, books 3 Lieutenant Colonels
Unearthing a major recruitment scam in the Indian Military Academy here, the CBI has booked three serving Lieutenant Colonels in connection with the case.
631 cadets pass out of Indian Military Academy
A total of 631 cadets passed out of the Indian Military Academy here today after completing the rigorous course to join the Indian Army as officers.
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