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Indian Coast Guard recruitment 2026: Check how to apply, eligibility, vacancies, selection process and salary
SSC has opened applications for 365 Indian Coast Guard posts, with eligible male and female Indian citizens able to apply online from October 6 to October 21. The recruitment covers Navik, Yantrik and Hygienist-I posts. Candidates must meet post-wise education and age criteria and clear a four-stage selection process involving a computer-based test, physical fitness, assessment and document verification.
Man, who retired at 45 with Rs 1 crore, explains how he runs household on just Rs 50,000 a month now
A former HR professional, Amit Chilka, retired at 45 with Rs 1 crore and a Pune flat, relocating to Dehradun. His monthly expenses significantly reduced from Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 50,000 due to lower living costs, rent-free accommodation, and reduced education and dining expenses. Chilka now runs a retreat for burned-out professionals.
This HR professional retires at 45 with Rs 1 crore, stops chasing luxury and says he’s happier than ever in Dehradun
Amit Chilka retired from corporate life at 45 with a Rs 1 crore corpus, challenging the notion that massive wealth is required for early retirement. He rebuilt his life in Dehradun, focusing on consulting and coaching, significantly reducing expenses by living rent-free and cutting lifestyle spending.
Passing Out Parade of 02/25 batch of trainees to be held at INS Chilka on January 8
INS Chilka hosts the Passing Out Parade on January 8 for its 02/25 batch, marking the end of 16 weeks of intensive training for approximately 2,700 trainees, including 2,100 Agniveers. Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena will be the Chief Guest, presenting awards and unveiling the trainees' magazine 'Ankur'. This event highlights the Navy's commitment to rigorous training.
Inside job suspected in Navy Nagar breach as imposter dupes sailor, flees with rifle
A major security lapse occurred at Navy Nagar in Mumbai, as an imposter, posing as a naval officer, stole an INSAS rifle and ammunition. The suspect gained unauthorized access, deceived a junior sailor, and then passed the stolen weapon to an accomplice outside the complex.
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Security beefed up along Odisha coastline, vital installations
Following Odisha CM's alert about potential sea threats amid India-Pakistan tensions, state police have heightened security along the coastline and around key installations. Increased vigilance includes patrolling, thorough checks of vessels and suspects, and armed deployments at sensitive locations like ITR Chandipur, Shree Jagannath Temple, and major transportation hubs.
Puri greenfield airport plan hits green hurdle; panel defers nod
The central government's forest advisory committee has again delayed the Odisha government's proposed Puri greenfield airport project. Concerns exist regarding the airport's proximity to endangered Olive Ridley turtle nesting sites, Irrawaddy dolphin habitats, and the INS Chilka naval base.
Passing out parade of fourth batch of Agniveers held at INS Chilka in Odisha
The Indian Navy's fourth batch of Agniveers graduated in a passing-out parade at INS Chilka, Odisha, on August 9, 2024. A total of 1,389 Agniveers, including 214 women, completed 16 weeks of training. The parade was reviewed by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and attended by notable figures including Vice Admirals V Srinivas and Rajesh Pendharkar. Awards were given to top performers, with Vinay Maruti Kadam and Sanjana receiving the Chief of the Naval Staff Rolling Trophy. The event also included the inauguration of new buildings and a wreath-laying ceremony at the Chilka War Memorial.
'Agnipath' scheme aimed at maintaining youthful profile of military: CDS Gen Chauhan
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan highlighted the importance of the 'Agnipath' scheme at INS Chilka, a premier training facility of the Indian Navy in Odisha, to maintain a youthful profile in the services.
Navy chief reviews passing-out parade of third batch of Agniveers
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar reviewed the passing-out parade of the third batch of Agniveers at INS Chilika. The parade marked the successful completion of training for approximately 2,600 Agniveers, including women. Admiral Kumar praised the Agniveers for their performance in marksmanship and weapons training, noting their high motivation and confidence. He highlighted the determination of women Agniveers, noting their lower dropout rates compared to male counterparts.
Navy appointed first woman commanding officer in naval ship: Navy chief
The Navy has "remained a 'Combat-ready, Credible, Cohesive, and Future Proof' force enabled by what we call our 'ships first' outlook where every single action that we take is aimed to enable our women and men in operational units to perform their duties very well." On the operational front, the Navy's sheer footprint of deployments has been satisfying as its ships have been persistently present across the Indo Pacific.
More than 1,000 women Agniveers incorporated into Indian Navy: Admiral R Hari Kumar
Admiral R. Hari Kumar announced the induction of over 1,000 women Agniveers into the Indian Navy, praising the transformative Agnipath scheme. Highlighting milestones, including female commanding officers and operational achievements, he emphasized the Navy's commitment to deploying women in various roles. The speech underscored the Navy's missions, exercises across the Indo-Pacific, operational readiness, technological advancements, and budget allocation. The forthcoming Navy Day on December 4 in Maharashtra was also mentioned in Admiral Kumar's comprehensive address.
Planning to recruit more Agniveers from Ladakh and Northeast, says Indian Navy chief
Indian Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar has announced plans to expand the representation of different districts in the Agniveer scheme to 100 per cent. He highlighted the need for increased representation from Ladakh and the northeast region in the navy and mentioned plans to visit Manipur and other states.
First batch of 'Navy's Agniveers' to pass out from INS Chilka on March 28
The POP marks the successful completion of training of close to 2,600 Agniveers, including 273 women Agniveers who are undergoing training at Chilka. Adm. R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, will be the Chief Guest and the Reviewing Officer of the Passing out Parade.
Need to maintain constant vigil on northern and western borders, coastline: Rajnath Singh
Before addressing the commanders at the biannual naval conference, Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar and other naval commanders witnessed a mega wargame involving Vikrant, the accompanying ships and almost all attack aircraft including MiG-29K deck-based jets.
Around 20 per cent of naval 'Agniveers' this year will be women
The Agnipath 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.
10,000 females registers for Indian navy's Agnipath recruitment
10,000 females have registered themselves for the Navy opening under the Agnipath recruitment scheme as of Sunday. However, as the registration completes, the Indian Navy would open up the online application process for recruitment starting from July 15 to July 30.
Agnipath scheme 2022: Timelines for induction into Indian Army, Navy and Air Force announced
Allaying concerns of aspirants and former servicemen, the defence ministry officials on Tuesday in a press conference announced the timelines for induction for the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy and the Indian Army.
Agnipath aspirants will have to affirm they didn't take part in arson: Govt
The Army, Navy and the Air Force also came out with a broad schedule for the recruitment of soldiers under the scheme while asserting that it was being implemented to bring down the age profile of the armed forces. Air Marshal SK Jha said, "Agniveer batch number 1 registration process will start from June 24 and from July 24. Phase 1 online examination process will start. The first batch would be enrolled by December and training would commence by December 30."
Agnipath: Govt stands firm on roll out, lull after storm in states
There was a comparative lull after the stormy protests which rocked several states during the past four days including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Telangana, while peaceful agitations were held in several places.
Indian Navy to contribute with its "full might" in these difficult times: Navy Chief on COVID-19
In a message to Navy personnel, Admiral Singh said the Navy will step up its outreach in extending medical assistance as the pandemic is spreading to rural India and people residing in those areas are in need of help.
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.
Cyclone 'Fani': Indian Navy launches rescue and rehabilitation effort in Odisha
Two Maritime Recce sorties were undertaken by the Dornier aircraft of the Navy revealing widespread destruction localised around the temple town of Puri, according to an official statement.
Cyclone Fani leaves 12 dead in Odisha, relief work underway
Around 2,000 emergency workers, along with civil society organisations, personnel of the NDRF.
Made in India: Navy Republic Day tableau to display indigenous assets
The blue print of the future Indian Navy is anchored firmly on indigenisation, with it engaging actively with Indian shipyards, both public and private.
Republic Day parade: INS Vikramaditya to figure in Navy tableau
The long-delayed aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya will be the main attraction of this year's naval tableau in the Republic Day parade.
Navy focusing on creating high-tech 'sea warriors'; plans to have officers with BTech degrees
The force, in fact, is steaming ahead with plans to ensure all its new officers have BTech degrees because of the unprecedented expansion in warship technology.
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