Agniveer

New Delhi, Aug 14 In a first, two Agniveers from the Indian Army have been conferred a prestigious military honour for their acts of gallantry, official..

Armed forces may up retention of Agniveers after their key role in Op Sindoor

Around 3,000 Agniveers played a key role during Operation Sindoor. Recruited in the last two years, these young soldiers braved enemy bullets by manning critical weapons.

Uttarakhand Cabinet approves reservation for former Agniveers in uniformed posts: No physical test, age relaxation — check details

Former Agniveers will be exempted from the physical efficiency test in the direct recruitment, as per the Uttarakhand Cabinet order.

UP government announces 20% reservation for Agniveers in police department

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.

How Agniveers played big role during Operation Sindoor: Braved enemy bullets, operated Akashteers

The Agniveers, most of them barely 20, contributed by serving across specialised trades - gunners, drivers of heavy-duty vehicles mounted with missiles and guns, radio operators and fire control operators during the India-Pakistan military conflict.

Two Agniveers killed as shell explodes during firing practice in Nashik

The incident occurred at the Artillery Centre in the Nashik Road area on Thursday afternoon, an official said

Agniveer scheme golden opportunity for youths: Navy chief

“It is a golden opportunity for the Indian youths to join Agniveer. This provides at least four years to serve the nation by joining the service in the Indian Navy, Army and Air Force,” he said.

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.

How many Agniveers can states absorb amid 600,000 police vacancies?

States and central police forces recruited nearly a lakh people in 2021. A 10 percent quota for Agniveers in the state police forces, if implemented in earnest, can help plug some of the gap.

More BJP-ruled states announce job quotas for Agniveers amid criticism from Opposition

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced that the state government will provide reservation for Agniveers in the recruitment of jail and forest guards and state police

Shashi Tharoor on Agniveer Scheme: Dilutes quality of training, professional opportunities in Army

Tharoor further said he believes its being done to save money on pensions.

Agniveer among three arrested for car snatching in Punjab's Mohali

The trio had two days ago allegedly stolen a car from the driver at gunpoint after booking a ride through an app, says police.

Budget 2024: Can FM Sitharaman Walk The Tightrope To Strike A Balance Between Populism & Prudence?

The Centre has a target of bringing down India's fiscal deficit for FY25 to 5.1% of GDP, but will coalition politics make the govt become more populist in order to pacify allies? What about job creation, which is the opposition’s trump card against the Modi-led govt -- will the FM make it a priority? Tune into Editor’s Take with Stacy Pereira, where she discusses policy expectations from Budget 2024 with Shweta Punj.

Martyr Capt Anshuman Singh's mother reignites ‘Agniveer Controversy’ after meeting LoP Rahul Gandhi

Following her meeting with LoP of Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on July 09, Manju Singh, mother of late Captain Anshuman Singh who lost his life after a fire accident at Siachen in 2023 informed that it was a positive meeting and they talked about the Agniveer Scheme and the Indian Army.

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.

Agnipath Under Fire: Why is the opposition (& some NDA allies) against the scheme?

Critics of the policy say that the tenure of jawans hired under this scheme is rather short, and they don't have some of the benefits regular soldiers get (like pension), thus creating a division in the armed forces.

Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family paid Rs 98 lakh, says Army refuting Rahul Gandhi's claims

Gandhi claimed that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh “lied” in Parliament about compensation being issued to families of Agniveers who are killed in action.

Agnipath survey: Key reforms suggested by armed forces amid lens on Agniveer recruitment scheme

Key recommendations include increasing the retention rate of Agniveers (recruits) from the current 25 per cent and increasing their training period.

Will Modi 3.0 reconsider the structure of the controversial Agnipath scheme?

The BJP finds itself in a bind over the controversial short-service scheme implemented for the armed forces. It is being cited as one of the reasons for the BJP’s loss of seats in the Hindi heartland. Key ally JD(U) has also sought a review of the scheme.

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.

Himanta Biswa Sarma slams Rahul Gandhi's Agniveer remark, says RaGa is doing 'Deshdroha' | Elections 2024

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over Agnipath scheme. Speaking to ANI, Assam CM stated that the youth of the country are attracted to schemes like Agniveer, citing the large number of applicants for the program. Watch for more

Indian Army Agniveer Admit Card 2024 released @ joinindianarmy.nic.in; written exams from April 22

Indian Army Agniveer Admit Card 2024 is now available on the official website - joinindianarmy.nic.in. Candidates who have registered for Agniveer recruitment examination are advised to download their admit card from official portal for the examinations starting from April 22, 2024. Direct link and step-by-step guide is provided below.

CSAB Indian Airforce Agniveer Result 2024 announced at agnipathvayu.cdac.in; Direct link here

The exam for the Indian Airforce Agniveer was held on March 17, 2024.

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.