The man arrested had retired from the army in 2003 and later posed as Colonel Chauhan to scam people. He, along with his two sons, tricked people into paying ₹7 to 9 lakh for fake job placements. They started this scam in 2016.

ASP Brijesh Singh of the STF stated that the man’s sons, Rajat Yadav and Prashant Yadav, are involved in the scam but weren’t found during the raid. Efforts to arrest them are ongoing. The STF seized various items, including identity cards and mobile phones, from the location.

Azif Mizlaj R from JAK Rifles clinched the 1st Runner-up spot in the 85 kg category at the 55th Asian Bodybuilding Championship 2023 held in Kathmandu, Nepal. Meanwhile, Saravanan Mani of India triumphed as the overall champion of the 55th Asian Bodybuilding Championship 2023.

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Thal Sena Bhawan: In a significant stride towards sustainability and modernization, the Indian Army is constructing a new edifice named the Thal Sena Bhawan (TSB). Situated on an expansive 39-acre site with a built-up area of 143,450 sq. m., this architectural marvel is a testament to the army’s commitment to green initiatives and long-lasting infrastructure.

Salient Features and Significance:

1. Green Measures and Durability: Designed in accordance with the GRIHA-IV (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) norms, the TSB incorporates multiple green measures. C.P. Kukreja Architects, the brains behind this project, affirm that the building has been conceived for a lifespan of around 100 years, ensuring it stands resilient even in seismic activities.
2. Unifying the Army Headquarters: TSB will centralize the currently fragmented Indian Army Headquarters, bringing under one roof functions that were previously scattered across eight locales in Delhi.
3. Eco-conscious Construction: In an age where environmental degradation is rampant, the initiative to preserve the topsoil of the entire site and then use it for landscaping post-construction sets a noteworthy precedent. The transplanting of 476 trees during the construction phase, coupled with the compensatory plantation of over 5,000 trees, further underscores the army’s commitment to increasing the green canopy.
4. Technological and Environmental Measures: TSB will feature advanced amenities like a grid-interactive solar photo-voltaic system, sensor-driven LED lights, and electric vehicle chargers. A comprehensive building management system will ensure optimal energy use, temperature modulation, and ventilation.
5. Water and Waste Management: A sewage treatment plant with a daily capacity of 400 kilolitres, coupled with a compost plant for solid waste management, outlines the army’s focus on sustainable waste handling. The use of rainwater harvesting and green paver blocks for car parking accentuates the intent to rejuvenate groundwater resources.

Design Inspiration and Facilities:

C.P. Kukreja Architects’ design, chosen through a national competition, draws inspiration from the Indian Army’s crest. With dual swords symbolizing defence and the four-headed Lion Capital representing power, courage, pride, and confidence, the design captures the essence of the Army’s valour. Dikshu Kukreja, the managing principal, articulates their hope that this design inspires similar future projects.

The TSB will house a comprehensive suite of facilities, including a primary office complex, accommodation for single men, a vast parking arena, an engineering services section, and dedicated zones for utilities. Essential amenities, such as a food court, a crèche, a gym, a canteen, and a health centre, make it a holistic space.

Conclusion:

Expected to be operational by mid-2025, Thal Sena Bhawan stands as an epitome of sustainable construction, cutting-edge technology, and visionary architecture. It’s not just a building, but a symbol of the Indian Army’s dedication to progress, unity, and environmental responsibility. As the nation looks forward to its completion, TSB promises to be a hallmark of pride and modernity for years to come.

A few months ago, Shailendra Bisht, who is the younger sibling of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, received a promotion to the rank of Subedar Major in the army.

This is the top junior commissioned officer position within the Army.

At present, he is stationed at the Garhwal Rifles Regimental Center in Lansdowne. Prior to this assignment, he served near the China border in Mana, Uttarakhand.

The Garhwal Scout Unit, part of the Indian Army, is tasked with enlisting local residents to serve as soldiers, particularly for border security in hilly regions.

Various media outlets have frequently highlighted the modest lifestyle of Yogi Adityanath’s family. His father, Anand Singh Bisht, had a career as a forest ranger, while his mother, Savitri Devi, was a homemaker. Adityanath, the second among seven siblings, has three sisters and four brothers.

Shashi Payal, one of his sisters, operates a tea and snack shop near the Mata Bhuvaneshwari Devi Temple in Pauri Garhwal. The Chief Minister, who was born on June 5, 1972, in the small village of Panchur in the Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, infrequently visits his family. He moved to Gorakhpur in 1993.

On Saturday, Railway Police detained a 20-year-old individual, Neeraj Vishwakarma, who was impersonating a member of the Indian Army’s Para Special Forces. According to the Military Intelligence unit of Southern Command, Vishwakarma was found at Pune railway station in a suspicious manner, dressed in a counterfeit commando uniform.

Vishwakarma, a native of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, had allegedly participated in the Independence Day festivities at Delhi’s Red Fort this past August while wearing the deceptive uniform.

During the investigation, photos from his visit to the Red Fort were uncovered, along with pictures of him alongside active-duty military personnel. A fraudulent Army canteen card was also seized.

Pune’s Government Railway Police (GRP) have initiated an inquiry into the matter and were working on filing a formal complaint as of late Saturday night. “The individual has completed education up to the 12th grade and is suspected to have traveled to various locations across India under the guise of a Para SF commando. We are currently investigating his previous activities,” stated an officer.