Chinar Corps

3 army personnel killed after vehicle falls into deep gorge in Jammu & Kashmir's Kupwara

The army personnel were conducting a regular operational tasks in the forward area of the Machhal sector in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara.

Jan 11, 2023, 09:53 AM IST

Indian Army trains specially-abled Kashmiri youth in skiing

The initiative by Chinar Corps aimed at providing first-hand exposure to specially-abled youth of Kashmir in skiing, with the hope that many more Kashmir citizens would take up this exhilarating sport.

Mar 26, 2022, 17:36 PM IST

Facebook and Instagram block pages of Chinar Corps, no reason given yet

A senior Indian Army official said that the matter was taken up with the relevant authorities at Facebook, but there has been no response from them so far. 

Feb 09, 2022, 06:57 AM IST

Top Army commander Lt Gen DP Pandey awarded for winning hearts and breaking the chain of violence in Kashmir

Lt Gen DP Pandey has been rewarded with the prestigious Uttam Yudh Seva Medal (UYSM) in recognition of his tenure as Chinar Corps Commander on the 73rd Republic Day of India. 

Jan 28, 2022, 09:58 AM IST

Republic Day: Indian Army unfurls 150 feet high tricolour in J&K

The event ushered in a new milestone in the history of South Kashmir by installing the highest flagpole in the entire UT of J&K, while the second-highest flagpole is also located at Shopian.

Jan 26, 2022, 22:34 PM IST

Army organises Jashn-e-Chillai Kalan at Shopian, dedicates to chopper crash victims

This year's Jashn-e-Chillai Kalan was dedicated to the memory of CDS Gen Bipin Rawat and 12 other soldiers who lost their lives in the IAF chopper crash on December 8, 2021. 

Dec 15, 2021, 22:27 PM IST

Defence tri-service exercise conducted in high reaches of Kashmir valley

The exercise showcased the capability of the Chinar Corps and the Indian Army to carryout successful operations in high altitude areas incorporating all facets of contemporary and modern battle field in synergy with Indian Air Force and Indian Navy.

Dec 07, 2021, 19:51 PM IST

Army soldiers to get distance learning courses by University of Kashmir

The type of courses being made available to Army personnel range from six-month certificate courses to one-year diploma courses and two-year postgraduate courses. 

Nov 08, 2021, 20:28 PM IST

Security officials in Kashmir ask families of terrorists to urge them to join mainstream

The officials reiterated that the security forces are committed to taking surrenders even during active operations. 

Aug 31, 2021, 21:35 PM IST

Indian Army signs MoU With Punit Balan’s Indrani Balan foundation for financial sustainability of army goodwill schools of Kashmir

Chinar Corps currently runs 28 Goodwill Schools in Kashmir which educates more than 10,000 students each year. Total approx 1 lakh students have passed out from these esteemed institutions. This initiative of the Indrani Balan Foundation will be a great example for other corporates to come forward and contribute to building prosperous Kashmir.

Feb 19, 2021, 12:02 PM IST

Over 20,000 Kashmiri youth participate in Army recruitment drive

The recruitment process for the Territorial Army battalion ended on Monday which saw the participation of a large number of youth from various districts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Baramulla.

Oct 21, 2019, 22:48 PM IST

Twitter restores, verifies Indian Army's Chinar Corps handle day after suspending it

The handle, also known as Chinar Corps, is responsible for giving out information on most of the counter-terrorism operations carried out in the Kashmir Valley and at the Line of Control (LoC). 

Jun 07, 2019, 15:15 PM IST

Northern Army Commander reviews security situation in south Kashmir

Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Ranbir Singh arrived in Srinagar on Tuesday to review the prevailing security situation in the Valley. 

May 14, 2019, 21:10 PM IST

Specially-abled man hailed for leading work to open Zojila Pass in J&K

Zojila Pass, which gets blocked due to snow in the winter months, is part of the Srinagar-Leh highway.

Apr 28, 2019, 14:59 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke special edition from India Gate

In this segment of Taal Thok Ke, we bring you discussion on the latest issues. Watch Taal Thok Ke special edition from India Gate.

Feb 19, 2019, 19:16 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Kashmiri mothers should ask terrorist sons to surrender, warns Army

In this segment of Taal Thok Ke, we bring you discussion on the latest issues. Addressing a press conference, Corps commander of Chinar Corps, Lt Gen KJS Dhillion informed media that the army will keep all options open to deal with terrorists in the valley. Watch this debate to know more.

Feb 19, 2019, 19:00 PM IST

MS Dhoni interacts with Kashmiri youths, to watch Chinar Cricket League finale

Dhoni was awarded the rank of an honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army in September 2011 by the then President Pratibha Patil.

Nov 25, 2017, 15:32 PM IST

Lt Gen JS Sandhu takes over as commander of Army's Srinagar-based Chinar Corps

Lt Gen JS Sandhu on Tuesday took over as the Commander of the army`s Srinagar-headquartered Chinar Corps.

Nov 01, 2016, 15:35 PM IST

Army jawan shoots self with service rifle in Srinagar

An army jawan, posted at the Srinagar headquarter of the force, allegedly committed suicide on Thursday by shooting himself with his service rifle, police said.

Oct 28, 2016, 00:27 AM IST