The Silent Force Behind India’s Soldiers: DRDO’s Soldier Support System

When we think of the Armed Forces, the first images that come to mind are courage, discipline, and sacrifice. Yet, behind every challenge our soldiers face on the frontlines, there exists an invisible force that empowers and protects them—science. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), through its Soldier Support System (SSS), ensures that our … Read more

Eligibility of Widowed and Divorced Daughters for Grant of Family Pension

Eligibility of Widowed and Divorced Daughters for Grant of Family Pension

Family pension is granted to the Next of Kin (NOK) of the deceased soldier/veterans/Civilian employees/retirees.  Preference of the family pension is as below :- (a)   Wife/husband (Spouse) or Parent (for unmarried)(b)   Son / daughter(c)   Divorced /Unmarried daughter  Family pension to Divorced / widowed daughter has been introduced in the year 2004.  Divorced/widowed daughters were made … Read more

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025: Everything You Need to Know

SBI CLERK RECRUITMENT 2025

SBI Recruiting in Clerical Post The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the Clerk (Junior Associate – Customer Support & Sales) Recruitment Notification for 2025. A total of 6,589 vacancies have been announced, encompassing both regular and backlog openings Vacancy Breakdown : SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 Important Dates – SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 … Read more

DESW Internship Scheme: A Gateway to Policy Research and Veteran Welfare

All about this internship The Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, plays a crucial role in ensuring the welfare, resettlement, pension, and healthcare needs of retired Indian Armed Forces personnel and their families. To involve young minds in this mission, DESW has launched an Internship Scheme that provides … Read more

Guest Rooms & Accommodation Facilities for ESM and Serving Personnel at Important Places

Guest Rooms & Accommodation Facilities for ESM

A variety of guest house and hotel facilities are available across India for Ex-Servicemen (ESM), serving defence personnel, and their families. These facilities aim to provide comfortable accommodation at reasonable rates or through special arrangements with defence organizations. Below is a compiled list of notable options: 1. Shimla – Adm Comdt Guest Rooms 2. Jaipur … Read more

Update from Military Hospitals : Assistance System for Patients

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A large number of Army personnel and their dependents regularly visit R&R Hospital (Delhi Cantt), Base Hospital (Delhi Cantt), and Command Hospitals for medical treatment. However, these visits often involve challenges such as: To address these concerns and ensure a smoother experience for the serving community and veterans, a dedicated assistance system has been introduced. … Read more

ECHS Policy Update on Prior Sanction for Treatment at Non-Empanelled Hospitals

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The Central Organisation, ECHS, issued a circular dated August 13, 2025, introducing major changes to the policy on prior sanction for treatment at non-empanelled hospitals. This reform is designed to reduce delays in approvals and expand access to advanced medical care for Ex-Servicemen and their dependents. Background: Old Policy Framework Under the earlier system, the … Read more

OPD Schedule and Department Details – Air Force Hospital, Bangalore

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The Air Force Hospital, Bangalore provides comprehensive healthcare services to serving personnel, veterans, and their families. To ensure systematic medical attention and convenience, the hospital operates multiple Outpatient Departments (OPD) with fixed consultation days for each specialty. Below is the detailed OPD schedule department-wise: Specialty-wise OPD Days Medicine & Allied Specialties Surgery & Allied Specialties … Read more

OPD Schedule of Command Hospital : All Dept with Full Guide

OPD Schedule of Command Hospital : All Dept with Full Guide

OPD Services at Command Hospital (Eastern Command), Kolkata The Command Hospital (Eastern Command), Kolkata—commonly referred to as CH(EC), Kolkata—is one of the premier military hospitals in India. It caters not only to serving defence personnel but also to veterans (ex-servicemen), their dependents, and eligible family members.One of the most important facilities here is the Outpatient … Read more

HC Ruling: Soldier’s Death Due to Fever on Casual Leave Attributable to Service

Uniform Pay Fixation for Reemployed Ex-Servicemen: Time for Legal Action as Government Delays Justice

Introduction The Punjab and Haryana High Court has delivered a significant judgment affirming that the death of a soldier during casual leave due to illness is attributable to military service. The decision reinforces the principle that casual leave is treated as duty period, thereby securing the rights of widows and dependents for family pension and … Read more

Dedicated Support Service for Defence Pension & Welfare Matters

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The Indian Armed Forces Jawans and Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) usually retire at a much younger age compared to their civilian counterparts. Their post-retirement requirements and welfare needs are unique, covering not only pension-related matters but also healthcare, resettlement, and family welfare. Unlike civilian pensioners, ex-servicemen and their families face a range of issues connected … Read more

NCC Special Entry Scheme 123rd Course (April 2026): Gateway to Join the Indian Army

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The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Special Entry Scheme provides a golden opportunity for young graduates with an NCC background to join the Indian Army as commissioned officers through the Short Service Commission (SSC). This scheme not only benefits NCC cadets but also extends to the wards of battle casualties of Army personnel. The 123rd Course … Read more

Publication of Part-II Orders After Retirement: A Guide for Ex-Servicemen

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What are Part-II Orders? In the Indian Armed Forces, Part-II Orders are official records of important occurrences or events in the service life of a soldier. These orders ensure that all changes in the personal or family details of a serviceman are correctly documented and updated in official records. Even after retirement, certain life events … Read more

No Market Rate Tax on Cars Purchased from Military Canteens : Says Court

The Goa Human Rights Commission has directed the transport department to ensure that vehicles purchased by personnel of the Indian Armed Forces through military canteens are taxed based on the actual discounted price paid, and not on the vehicle’s market price. Case Background Rights Commission’s Observation RTO’s Stand Key Recommendation The Goa Human Rights Commission … Read more

Uttar Pradesh Police Sub-Inspector (UP SI) Recruitment 2025 – Notification Released for 4,543 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially released the notification for UP SI Recruitment 2025, offering a golden opportunity for aspirants looking to join the state police services. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 4,543 vacancies across various cadres including Civil Police, PAC, Armed Police, and the Special … Read more

Indian Air Force Recruitment Rally for Airmen Intake 01/2026

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Recruitment in Indian Air Force 2025 The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites Indian/Gorkha (subject of Nepal) male candidates to participate in the recruitment rally for Airmen in Group ‘Y’ (Non-Technical Medical Assistant Trade). The recruitment rally will be held at Airmen Selection Centre, Near Palta Gate, Air Force Station Barrackpore, West Bengal from 27 August … Read more

UHQ Quota अग्निवीर भर्ती रैली – वर्ष 2025-26

UHQ Quota Enrolment in Punjab Regt

पंजाब रेजीमेंट सेंटर, ध्यन चंद स्टेडियम, मामून कैंट, पठानकोट द्वारा यूनिट हेडक्वार्टर्स कोटा अग्निवीर भर्ती रैली वर्ष 2025-26 के लिए आयोजित की जा रही है। यह भर्ती रैली 19 अगस्त 2025 से प्रारंभ होगी। अभ्यर्थियों को संबंधित तिथियों पर सुबह 04:00 बजे तक टीसीपी गेट, मामून कैंट पर रिपोर्ट करना अनिवार्य है। भर्ती कार्यक्रम व … Read more