A one day RBI Workshop on the theme "Navigating Transformation, Innovation & Global Integration: RBI in Shaping India's Financial Future" was held at College of Defence Management, Secunderabad #CDM_IDS#, for participants of #HDMC_22#. Shri R. Karthikeyan and Ms Anshupriya Goswami, Deputy General Managers & Members of Faculty, RBI Staff College, Chennai, took participants through four segments — Monetary Policy, Forex Market Management, Internationalisation of the Rupee, and Consumer Security in Digital Banking — delving into how inflation is managed, how interest rates and key policy tools shape the economy, and how India's central bank compares with its global counterparts. These engagements reflect military leadership's commitment to broadening its intellectual horizons beyond conventional domains — equipping officers to better read the institutions that shape the environment around them. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Maj Gen Sandeep S Sharda, ADG Strategic Communication @adgpi, addressed Student Officers of #DSTSC09# at #MILIT#, Pune, on "Information Warfare and its Operationalisation in #MultiDomainOperations#." Drawing on lessons from contemporary international conflicts and #OperationSindoor#, he highlighted information warfare as a decisive instrument of national power. The lecture underscored the importance of #strategiccommunication#, perception management and cognitive dominance, reinforcing that victory is shaped not only by battlefield success but also by the ability to influence narratives and perceptions. #InformationWarfare# #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation# @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Lt Gen MU Nair (Retd), Former National Cyber Security Coordinator, delivered an insightful lecture on "Cyber Warfare in India" to Student Officers of #DSTSC09#, and #MPCTC78#, including officers from Friendly Foreign Countries at #MILIT#. He underscored that future conflicts will be shaped by superiority in information, data, networks and decision-making. Emphasising cyber sovereignty, resilient digital infrastructure, AI and trusted communications, he highlighted the critical role of cyber capabilities in the evolving multi-domain battlespace. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation#

National Defence Academy hosted Foreign Student Officers undergoing course at National Defence College as part of their study tour. The officers were briefed on training curriculum and infrastructure, and adoption of modern training techniques at #NDA#. The officers also interacted with the foreign cadets of respective countries undergoing training at #NDA#. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Lt Gen SL Narasimhan, PVSM, AVSM*, VSM, PhD (Retd), addressed participants of #HDMC_22# at College of Defence Management, Secunderabad #CDM_IDS# on the changing nature of modern conflict. He brought out how rival powers now operate in the space between peace and war — using pressure tactics that fall short of open conflict, but still achieve strategic gains. His message to the officers was that doctrines must evolve and Military leaders need to anticipate these threats early, and build responses across multiple domains, tailored to India's security context. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

The purposeful pursuit of national interests in the complex global dynamics may not be easy; but it needs to be done," said #Shri# Jawed Ashraf, IFS during his talk at #DSSC# Wellington, to the 82nd Staff Course conducted under #MEA#'s Public Outreach Programme. He elaborated on India's Foreign Policy, its challenges & way ahead. He underscored the need for India to enable regional stability, maintain its strategic autonomy and balance global engagements while navigating myriad complex #Geopolitics#. #ShriJawedAshrafIFS# #PME# #IndianForeignPolicy# #DefenceStudies# @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @SethSanjayMP @MIB_India @Def_PRO_Chennai

A two-day capsule on SWOT Analysis and Net Assessment was conducted at #MILIT# Pune, for Student Officers of #DSTSC09# by the College of Defence Management #CDM# on 06–07 Jul 2026. The programme enhanced strategic thinking, capability assessment and evidence-based decision-making, equipping future military technology leaders to address emerging security challenges. #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation# @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

General NS Raja Subramani #CDS# and all personnel of the #IndianDefenceForces# salute the #Bravehearts# Warrant Officer Balwant Singh and Havildar Chandra Mohan Singh, who made the supreme sacrifice while on duty in #Manipur#. Our deepest condolences to the bereaved families; we stand firmly by your side in this hour of grief. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

The 78th Marine Propulsion Control Technology Course (#MPCTC#) commenced at #MILIT#, Pune, bringing together 41 officers—17 from the #IndianNavy#, 8 from the #IndianCoastGuard# and 16 from Friendly Foreign Countries, including #Namibia#, #Togo#, #Tanzania#, #Philippines# and #SriLanka#. Major General Naveen Thapliyal, Commandant #MILIT# interacted with the student officers, encouraging participants to embrace emerging #MarineEngineering# technologies and innovative solutions to meet evolving maritime challenges. The course provides advanced training in marine propulsion control systems, embedded systems, signal processing, mechatronics, simulation and modelling and microcontrollers, equipping officers to meet the future maritime operational requirements. #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation# @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor to the Govt of India, addressed the participants of #HDMC_22# at College of Defence Management #CDM_IDS# on the topic “Building Strategic Leverage in the Emerging New World Order". Dr. Nageswaran highlighted that an evolving geopolitical architecture presents both challenges and opportunities for India. He emphasised the need to keep evolving — moving from Import Substitution and Strategic Resilience towards Strategic Indispensability through a Swadeshi First Ecosystem approach, boosting competitiveness, and fostering an entrepreneurial State supported by a development-oriented bureaucracy. On the AI and employment front, he outlined India’s three-part challenge: not losing jobs to AI, creating jobs that use AI, and generating AI-insulated jobs at scale. The lecture provided valuable perspectives on strengthening India’s economic and strategic posture in the emerging global landscape. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as #CISC#, HQ IDS on 01 Jul 2026. On taking over, the Air Marshal paid homage to the martyrs at the National War Memorial. Commissioned in June 1987, he has over 4500 hours of flying. He has commanded a Fighter Squadron, Radar Station, a major Fighter Base and was AOC J&K. He has held important staff appointments of ACAS Ops (Offensive), ACAS Ops (Strategy), SASO, EAC, Deputy Chief of the Air Staff and Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Training Command. Prior to taking over he was the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of South Western Air Command. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

#GeneralDhirajSeth#, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM takes over as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff, #COAS# of the Indian Army from #GeneralUpendraDwivedi#, PVSM, AVSM. An accomplished officer with four decades of distinguished service, General Dhiraj Seth brings extensive operational, command and staff experience across diverse theatres and appointments. He assumes command at a pivotal juncture in the Indian Army's transformation journey. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD

Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, #CISC# & All Ranks of #IndianArmedForces# and #HQ_IDS# extend warm greetings and best wishes to all serving personnel, Veterans and Families of the Army Physical Training Corps #APTC# on the occasion of #APTCCorpsDay2026#. Saluting the Corps for its unwavering commitment to physical excellence, discipline, endurance and leadership in building a fitter, stronger and combat-ready force. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, Chairman of India's National Quantum Mission @nqmdst, spoke at #DSSC# on the revolutionary potential and challenges of Quantum Technologies. The lecture covered how #QuantumComputing#, Sensing & Communication will reshape the battlefield, impacting everything from cryptography & strategic analysis to next-gen surveillance & secure networks. #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation# @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Dr. Nanda Kishore of Pondicherry University gave an educative lecture at #DSSC# Wellington, on enduring International Relations theories from Realism to Liberalism and Constructivism. He provided critical perspectives on ongoing Geo-Political issues and the challenges of an emerging multipolar world. #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation# @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, #CISC#, relinquished the appointment today after a distinguished tenure marked by transformational leadership and an unwavering commitment to #TriServices# integration. Throughout his illustrious journey in uniform, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit epitomised strategic foresight, operational brilliance and inspirational leadership. His tenure at #HQ_IDS# was defined by landmark contributions that have reshaped the contours of integrated defence playing a pivotal role in #OperationSindoor#, a defining moment in India's #NationalSecurity# calculus; steering the release of 20 Joint Doctrines and Primers that institutionalised #TriServices# thought; conceptualising #RanSamwad# 2025 & 2026, an unprecedented Military Dialogue platform; orchestrating the Combined and Joint Commanders Conferences #CCC# 2025 & 2026; and anchoring the formulation of Defence Forces Vision 2047 - a transformative roadmap for a technology-driven, integrated and future-ready military. HQ_IDS / Chief of Defence Staff conveys its profound appreciation for his outstanding service to the Nation. His enduring contributions towards fostering #TriServices# cooperation and #CapabilityDevelopment# will continue to inspire future generations of the #IndianArmedForces#. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit #CISC#, addressed the staff of HQ IDS on relinquishment of his appointment. He expressed his appreciation for the wholehearted participation and dedicated efforts of all personnel towards the numerous initiatives undertaken by HQ IDS over the past year, furthering #Jointness#, #Atmanirbharta#, #Innovation#, and enhanced integration in the joint schemes of the Services.

HONOURING THE BRAVEHEARTS Certain reports circulating in sections of the media and on social media platforms have incorrectly suggested that the supreme sacrifice of six bravehearts during Operation Sindoor have been acknowledged or brought to public notice for the first time only recently. It is clarified that the nation paid homage to these fallen heroes at the earliest opportunity, well before the reports in question. During the official Press Conference held on 11 May 2025, then Director General of Military Operations (DGMO), paid solemn tribute to these brave soldiers and specifically acknowledged their sacrifice in the line of duty during Operation SINDOOR. These bravehearts were conferred with gallantry awards and this was published in the Press Release of 14 Aug 2025. This constituted a formal and National recognition of their valour and supreme sacrifice in keeping with the highest traditions of the Indian Defence Forces. Simultaneously, the Indian Army’s official social media platforms carried tributes to these bravehearts without delay. The nation’s recognition of these heroes has continued thereafter. During the Army Day Parade held at Jaipur on 15 January 2026, the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) presented the Sena Medal (Gallantry) to the families of three of these gallant soldiers, while the Chief of Air Staff did the same on 08 Oct 2025 in a solemn ceremony, reaffirming the Defence Forces enduring commitment to honouring those who have laid down their lives in the service of the nation. With regard to the engraving of the names of fallen soldiers on the National War Memorial, it is emphasised that this sacred process is governed by an established and well-defined protocol. The Defence Forces follow these laid-down procedures with due diligence, care and reverence, commensurate with the solemnity of the honour being conferred. Any suggestion that due process was not followed is factually incorrect. It is regrettable that an avoidable and unfounded controversy has arisen around this issue. Such narratives not only misrepresent facts but also risk causing unnecessary anguish to bereaved families and detracting from the dignity owed to those who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the nation. All stakeholders are urged to exercise responsibility and restraint while reporting on matters relating to fallen soldiers and to refrain from disseminating unverified information. The Indian Defence Forces remains steadfast in its commitment to honouring every soldier who has offered supreme sacrifice in defence of the nation. The six bravehearts of Operation Sindoor are national heroes whose courage, devotion to duty and sacrifice will continue to inspire generations of Indians. Their memory shall always be honoured with the dignity, gratitude and reverence it deserves. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @PIB_India @PTI_News @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts @ani_digital @ians_india

Remembering Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, MC, #SamBahadur#, on his 18th death anniversary. India's first Field Marshal, he epitomised exceptional #MilitaryLeadership#, strategic acumen and unwavering devotion to the nation. His decisive #leadership# and enduring contribution to the #IndianArmedForces# continue to inspire generations of military professionals. His legacy remains a timeless symbol of courage, honour, integrity and military excellence. #SamBahadur# @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India

The College of Defence Management (CDM) congratulates Colonel DPLT Kaluaggala of the Sri Lanka Army, an international participant of HDMC 22, on his promotion to the rank of Brigadier. The new rank insignia was pinned by Air Vice Marshal GKJ Reddy, Commandant, CDM, as per military tradition. CDM wishes Brigadier Kaluaggala continued success in his future assignments. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @MIB_India @SLinIndia