Agnipath Scheme

Confirming the development, UP Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna said the move aims to provide meaningful post-service opportunities to Agniveers, who have completed their four-year term under the Agnipath scheme.

Explained: How India’s Youngest Soldiers Held the Line l Operation Sindoor l Agniveer

In the crucible of Operation Sindoor, thousands of Agniveers—most barely 20—stood at the frontline of India’s military response to the Pahalgam attack. Once questioned for their inexperience, these young soldiers manned missile systems, operated Akashteer, and defended strategic positions with professionalism that matched seasoned troops. This is not just a story of war—it’s a reckoning for a controversial military reform.

Agniveer from Rajasthan's Alwar arrested for alleged involvement in minor's gang-rape

Bhavesh, also known as Saurbah, was taken into custody with the aid of army authorities, after the survivor's father approached Rajasthan CM.

PM Modi double downs on defence of Agniveer scheme amid oppn broadside

Aim of Agnipath is to make forces young and battle ready. Unfortunately, some are doing politics on this. Stop the sin of misleading our forces, says PM Modi.

Ex-Agniveers to get reservations, age relaxations: CISF, BSF chiefs

The Agnipath scheme, launched in June 2022, aims to lower the age profile of the three services by recruiting youths between 17 and a half years and 21 for four years, with a provision to retain 25 percent of them for an additional 15 years.

Congress demands 'white paper' from govt on Agnipath scheme, alleges 'discrimination' against Agniveers

Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters in Delhi, Congress's ex-servicemen department chief Colonel (retired) Rohit Chaudhry claimed that the family of late "Agniveer" Ajay Singh from Punjab's Ludhiana has got only Rs 48 lakh from the Centre, while it has received Rs 1 crore from the Punjab government and Rs 50 lakh as insurance money from a private bank.

Why do BJP's allies want to review the Agnipath scheme?

Introduced in June 2022, the scheme generated controversy and widespread protests across the country almost immediately after it was announced as it was felt that the candidates were not getting a viable career option.

Agnipath scheme has 'compromised' national security, 'severely disrupted' armed forces' recruitment: Congress

The Congress' attack came after party leader Rahul Gandhi had an interaction with ex-servicemen, potential Agniveer recruits and the youth whose regular recruitment into the armed forces has been disrupted by the introduction of Agnipath during the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Madhya Pradesh.

Youths protest, demand priority to those selected in defence forces prior to Agnipath scheme

The protest was held under the banner of AICC ex-servicemen department.

Ravi Kishan's daughter joins armed forces under Agnipath scheme

The Agnipath scheme is designed to recruit Indians for the Air Force, Navy and Army. The scheme provides an opportunity to serve for four years.

Passing out parade of Navy’s first batch of Agniveers to be held on March 28

The passing out parade will mark the successful completion of training of close to 2,600 Agniveers, including 273 women candidate, undergoing training at INS Chilka.

Delhi HC dismisses challenge to Agnipath scheme

A bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad said there was no reason to interfere with the scheme.

Delhi HC to pronounce judgement on pleas challenging Agnipath scheme on Feb 27

The Agnipath scheme, unveiled on June 14, 2022, lays out rules for the recruitment of youths in the armed forces.

Pension scheme, Agnipath to be key issues in Himachal Pradesh election

Anti-incumbency, price rise, and unemployment could also play a key role in the first election in the state since the pandemic.

AAP will fully support Agnipath scheme: Arvind Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal's clarification came after reports that the Punjab government was not supportive of the recruitment drive.

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Centre asked to file reply on pleas challenging Agnipath scheme

A bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad asked the Centre to file a consolidated reply on petitions challenging the scheme.

Opposition to push for discussion on Agnipath in parliament next week

A discussion on price rise has been listed in the Lok Sabha for Monday and in the Rajya Sabha the next day.

Over 2000 trains cancelled during Agnipath protests between June 15 and June 23: Railway Minister

In a written reply in Rajya Sabha, he said 2132 trains were cancelled between June 15 and June 23.

Delhi HC yet to receive transfer petitions, lists pleas challenging Agnipath scheme on August 25

A bench of Delhi High Court Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad was informed by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta that the apex court on July 19 transferred here all the pleas pending before it challenging the scheme for recruitment in the armed forces.

Delhi HC to hear pleas challenging Agnipath scheme on August 25

The high court was informed by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta the apex court on July 19 transferred all the pleas pending before it challenging the scheme.

SC transfers PILs before it, other HCs against 'Agnipath' scheme to Delhi HC; says pan-India case does not mean only top court should hear

During the hearing, one of the petitioners said his plea has a pan-India effect to which a three-judge bench asserted that pan-India does not mean the apex court will have to hear everything, adding it would be appropriate to have a considered view of the Delhi High Court.

HC to hear on Jul 20 plea to resume recruitment process cancelled due to Agnipath scheme

The Agnipath scheme, announced on June 14, provides for the recruitment of youths in the defence forces between the age of 17-and-a-half and 21 for only four years with a provision to retain 25 per cent of them for 15 more years.

Monsoon Session of Parliament | Opposition to corner government on Agnipath, inflation

The government has listed The Indian Antarctic Bill, 2022 for consideration and passing in Lok Sabha on Tuesday. In the Rajya Sabha, the Weapons of Mass Destruction and their Delivery Systems (Prohibition of Unlawful Activities) Amendment Bill, 2022 is scheduled be taken up for consideration and passing.