'Combat role for women can be done tomorrow if...': Gen Dwivedi on if Indian Army is ready to induct women in infantry

Stressing that women should not be seen as vulnerable, the Army Chief said the focus of the force is on “gender neutrality”.

‘Be Brutal To Yourself’: Motivation Behind India’s First Women Rudra Armed Helicopter Pilot Hansja Sharma

Born on March 9, 1998, in Jammu, Captain Hansja Sharma has etched her name in history as the Indian Army's first woman pilot ...

'Army ready to induct women in infantry if there is societal acceptance': General Upendra Dwivedi

The Indian Army is prepared to integrate women into infantry roles, contingent on societal readiness, Army Chief General ...

'Kali Mata Ka Roop': Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi Signals Support for Women in Frontline Roles

General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the vital role of women in the Indian Army, likening them to the warrior goddess Kali. He ...

‘Not gender equality, but neutrality’: What the Army chief said on women in combat roles

Speaking at his first press conference of 2026, General Dwivedi said the Army’s approach was different from broader societal ...

Indian Army SSC Tech Recruitment 2026, Apply Online for 67th Men And Women Courses, Check Eligibility

The Indian Army (IAF) has started the online application process from today i.e. on January 07, 2026 for the 67th Men And ...
The Pioneer

In J&K’s remote hills, women become the first line of defence in winters

Undeterred by the harsh weather conditions, a large army of Women Village Defence Guards (VDGs) deployed in the hilly ...
Reuters

Indian professor who was jailed for comments on women military officer is released on bail

NEW DELHI, May 21 (Reuters) - A professor who was jailed after making comments perceived as critical of women officers in the Indian army was ordered released on bail by the country's top court on ...
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Operation Sindoor: Deepika Padukone and Kangana Ranaut applaud Indian women officers leading military briefing

Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Kangana Ranaut took to their handles to laud the remarkable Indian women officers who led the official briefing on Operation ...