Ministry of Defence, Government of India

01/06/2026

Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty, AVSM assumed charge as the 20th Commander-in-Chief of Andaman & Nicobar Command at Sri Vijaya Puram on 01 June 2026.

A Gunnery & Missile specialist with over 36 years of distinguished service, the Flag Officer brings extensive operational, training, staff and tri-service experience. He reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing operational preparedness, strengthening jointness among the Services, and advancing ANC’s role in safeguarding India’s maritime interests and ensuring security in the Indo-Pacific.

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01/06/2026

Maj Gen Rachel Thomas assumed the appointment of Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service on June 01, 2026. An alumna of the Armed Forces Medical College, she was commissioned into the Military Nursing Service on June 01, 1988 and brings nearly four decades of distinguished clinical and administrative experience across the Armed Forces Medical Services.

She succeeds Maj Gen Lissamma PV, who superannuated on May 31, 2026 after four decades of dedicated service to the nation.

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01/06/2026

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Mr Richard Marles co-chaired the 2nd India–Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, today. The leaders reviewed the progress of bilateral defence cooperation and discussed new opportunities to further advance the India–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Earlier, Mr Marles was accorded a Ceremonial Tri-Service Guard of Honour upon his arrival.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence collaboration, enhancing strategic trust, and contributing to peace, stability, and security across the Indo-Pacific region.



Sanjay Seth
Indian Navy
Indian Air Force
ADGPI - Indian Army
HQ IDS - India
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

01/06/2026

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Defence Minister Mr Richard Marles MP co-chaired the 2nd Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi on June 01, 2026. The Ministers reviewed progress in bilateral defence cooperation, advanced efforts to strengthen the defence & security partnership, and reaffirmed their shared commitment to a free, open, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

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01/06/2026

31/05/2026

Some missions test strategy. Some test courage. demanded both.

In this episode of , Colonel Koshank Lamba shares the story of a mission where preparation time was limited, the risks were real, and critical decisions had to be made in moments that could change everything.

It is a story of leadership under pressure, trust among soldiers, and the resolve to move forward when the path ahead was uncertain.

https://youtu.be/xBRwJOgfS2Q

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vWw18CwksniGyk8OIfHjd?si=773a08166d264fc1

31/05/2026

The week highlighted India's commitment to national resilience, defence diplomacy and operational excellence.

From the Sixth IGoM meeting on West Asia and the inauguration of ‘Nausena Shaurya Vatika’ to key international engagements by the Defence Secretary and successful military exercises, the Defence Forces continued to strengthen preparedness, partnerships and national security.

Watch the for all the top stories.

31/05/2026

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as the Chief of the Naval Staff. The occasion was marked by a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block Lawns in New Delhi, highlighting the solemnity of the transition and the Navy’s longstanding traditions of excellence and service.

31/05/2026

Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh held productive discussions with Member, House Armed Services Committee Mr Pat Harrigan, who led a bipartisan U.S. Congressional Delegation (CODEL).

The interaction reaffirmed the strength of the India–U.S. defence partnership, with exchanges on regional security, expanding defence cooperation, and advancing shared strategic interests in the .

Rajnath Singh
Sanjay Seth
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India
Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

31/05/2026

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumes charge as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff, with a resolve to steer the into a new era.
He laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, paying tribute to the courage and sacrifice of India's brave soldiers. He was also accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block Lawns in New Delhi, marking a dignified transition of command.

In his first remarks, the CNS reaffirmed the Navy's commitment to jointness, Aatmanirbharata, and indigenisation, identifying these as key priorities of his tenure. He emphasised the importance of maintaining a combat-ready and operationally agile force, fully prepared to safeguard India's security and economic interests in an increasingly complex maritime environment.



Rajnath Singh
Sanjay Seth
Indian Navy
Indian Air Force
ADGPI - Indian Army
HQ IDS - India
Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India