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Jan 09, 2019, 20:44 PM IST

Country not ready to see women in body bags: Army chief on difficulties of putting women in combat role

General Rawat questioned whether a women officer with commanding responsibilities can stay away from her post for long stating that she is on maternity leave. 

Dec 16, 2018, 07:36 AM IST

Army to increase intake of women in more non-combat roles: Army Chief

Besides, it also was mulling recruiting women for the military police, he said on the sidelines of the combined graduation parade at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal on the city outskirts.

Dec 15, 2018, 19:56 PM IST

India Army not yet ready for women in combat roles: General Bipin Rawat

"We are not yet ready for that (women in combat roles) as facilities have to be created within... Women also need to be prepared for that kind of hardships," he said.

Nov 30, 2018, 17:15 PM IST

Amritsar blast: AAP MLA accuses Army chief of orchestrating attack, regrets later

Phoolka has, however, on Monday regretted over his comments saying that his statement was misunderstood.

Nov 19, 2018, 12:27 PM IST

Kashmiri youth resorts to violence due to rumours in colonies, mosques: Army chief

Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat on Monday issued a stern warning for those who are “misleading” the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.

Nov 13, 2018, 09:01 AM IST

External elements trying to revive insurgency in Punjab, will be too late if no action taken: Army chief General Bipin Rawat

Attempts are being made through "external linkages" to "revive insurgency" in Punjab and if early action is not taken, it will be too late, Army Chief General Bipin Rawat said.

Nov 03, 2018, 18:54 PM IST

Yet to ascertain if casualties in J&K due to sniper attack, says Army Chief Gen Bipin Rawat

Suspected sniper attack by JeM terrorists has become a major cause of concern for security agencies in Kashmir Valley.

Oct 29, 2018, 11:54 AM IST

How are stone pelters not Over Ground Workers of terrorists? Army chief asks after soldier's death

He also attacked Pakistan for supporting terror activities and cautioned that Indian Army is fully capable of giving a suitable reply. 

Oct 27, 2018, 12:33 PM IST

Army Commanders brainstorm on making force leaner and meaner, combat ready for the future

The Indian Army has been working on several reforms keeping in view the rapid technological advances in the field of combat.

Oct 09, 2018, 12:13 PM IST

India follows an independent policy, says Army Chief General Bipin Rawat

Amid fears of US sanctions over the S-400 deal with Russia, Army chief General Bipin Rawat on Sunday asserted that India follows an independent policy and was also keen on getting the Kamov helicopters and other weapon systems from Moscow. 

Oct 07, 2018, 20:16 PM IST

Nirmala Sitharaman reviews security situation in Kashmir

Sitharaman visited the forward areas in the frontier district of Kupwara. She was briefed by the commanders on ground on the operational preparedness and counter-infiltration grid

Sep 02, 2018, 21:22 PM IST

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat warns Pakistan, says it must stop sending terrorists into J&K

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat has warned Pakistan and said that it must stop sending terrorists into J&K.

May 25, 2018, 18:47 PM IST

Punishment will be such that it sets an example: Army chief assures action against Major Leetul Gogoi if found guilty

Major Leetul Gogoi has been caught in a controversy after he was held from a hotel in Jammu and Kashmir with a woman. 

May 25, 2018, 14:08 PM IST

Azadi not possible, you can’t fight Army: General Bipin Rawat to Kashmir youth

We will always fight those who seek Azadi, those who want to secede, said Army chief General Bipin Rawat.

May 10, 2018, 09:00 AM IST

Army chief reacts to financial crunch report, says ready to fight with available weapons

In one of the reports submitted by the parliamentary committee, the Army had flagged financial crunch which prevented them from modernising and purchasing new weapons.

Mar 19, 2018, 08:24 AM IST

Army chief dispels 'myth' on defence expenditure being used only for military

General Rawat said that almost 35 per cent of the budget allocation for the defence sector is utilised for the purpose of nation building.

Mar 13, 2018, 18:56 PM IST

Have several options including surgical strikes: Army chief warns Pakistan after Sunjuwan attack

In a stern warning for Pakistan, Army chief General Bipin Rawat said that the neighbour will have to pay for the attack on Sunjuwan military camp in Jammu, sooner or later. The Army chief said that they have many options on how to retaliate, including a surgical strike. 

Feb 24, 2018, 10:11 AM IST

Not just a Muslim party: AIUDF leader Badruddin Ajmal refutes Army chief Bipin Rawat's comment

The Army on Thursday defended its chief General Bipin Rawat`s comments about the growth of the AIUDF, a political party in Assam, allegedly because it enjoyed the support of the Muslim population.

Feb 22, 2018, 17:10 PM IST

Not a political statement: Army clarifies chief's remark on rise of AIUDF

Criticising General Rawat for his comment, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi had cautioned the Army chief against speaking on political matters.

Feb 22, 2018, 12:15 PM IST