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Agnipath reforms: Why Agniveers need longer service, higher retention and better career prospects

The Agniveer scheme, initiated in 2022, is under scrutiny as discussions continue about its framework. As the government assesses input from various services and state authorities, concerns arise over the four-year service limit, which may hinder soldiers' skill development and team integration. Proposals suggest extending service to eight years to…

The Economic Times

Ex-Agniveers will get 50% CAPF quota, age relaxation and recruitment exemptions: Govt tells Lok Sabha

Former Agniveers will receive fifty percent reservation in constable posts. This reservation applies to Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles. Candidates receive a three-year upper age limit relaxation. First batch Agniveers get an additional five-year age concession. Ex-Agniveers are exempt from physical and written recruitment tests.

The Economic Times

Sikh Regiment-Guru Nanak University deal to provide higher education opportunities for Agniveers

The Sikh Regiment is excited to announce its collaboration with Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar, paving the way for Agniveers to unlock higher education avenues. This innovative program enables service members to undertake diploma and undergraduate studies during their tenure, thereby enhancing their expertise and future employment prospects.

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Delhi govt weighs hiring ex-Agniveers to tackle fire service staff shortage

Delhi government is exploring the recruitment of former Agniveers to fill critical vacancies in the Delhi Fire Service. This move follows a recent fire tragedy and aims to bolster the firefighting workforce. The proposal was discussed at a Delhi Disaster Management Authority meeting. The government will now work on the…

The Economic Times

Navy chief reviews passing-out parade of third batch of Agniveers

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar reviewed the passing-out parade of the third batch of Agniveers at INS Chilika on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News.

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It is the conditioning of the Agniveer that merits attention

With the ship called Agnipath already having set sail, a stocktaking of the Agniveers and the challenges at hand is necessary

The Hindu

Provide same benefits of regular soldiers to Agniveers killed in line of duty: House panel

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on defence recommends equal benefits for Agniveers and their family members, and addresses issues of ex-gratia benefits and medical expenses.

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906 Agniveers pass out from Madras Regimental Centre

At MRC's Srinagesh Barracks in Coonoor, 906 Agniveers passed out after 31 weeks of rigorous training. Brigadier Sunil Kumar Yadav, Commandant of MRC, reviewed the parade and presented the Best Recruit award to Agniveer Lovgeraj Panwar from Uttarakhand. Family members, instructor faculty and guests from the Nilgiris district attended the…

The Hindu

Second batch of Agniveers graduate from Artillery Centre and 1 EME Centre

2,700 Agniveers from Artillery Centre Hyderabad & 234 from 1 EME Centre Secunderabad successfully completed their training. Major General Rakesh Manocha & Brigadier Suresh G reviewed the Passing Out Parade. Parents attended the event to witness the momentous occasion. The Agniveers showcased their skills & dedication to serve the nation.…

The Hindu

First batch of Agniveers graduate from Sikh and Ladakh Regimental centres, 61 Calavry

The first batches of 520 Agniveers graduated from the Sikh Regimental Centre, Ramgarh in Jharkhand, 141 Agniveers graduated from Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre, Leh and 40 Agniveers from 61 Cavalry in Jaipur in ceremonial parades at the respective centres.

The Hindu

First batch of 'Navy's Agniveers' to pass out from INS Chilka on March 28

The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the first batch of Agniveers is scheduled to take place at INS Chilka on March 28 next week. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Parliament proceedings | 10% quota for Agniveers not to affect 50% Supreme Court ceiling: Govt

Relaxation in the upper age limit and exemption from the physical efficiency test will also be given to the former Agniveers.

The Hindu

Parliament proceedings | Agniveers quota to apply horizontally

Upper age limit also to be relaxed, says Ministry of Home Affairs in Rajya Sabha

The Hindu

10% quota for Agniveers in CAPFs faces hurdles

The new reservation promise that will have to fit horizontally alongside the existing caste-based quota and physical eligibility requirements in the CAPFs is proving to be a challenge for the Ministry.

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Will Agnipath energise or demoralise the military?

The scheme is too massive a change and first needs to be put through a testbed

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Police, central forces vacancies haven’t been filled for years. How can Agniveers be sure of jobs?

Over the past week, protests have raged across the country against the central government’s proposed Agnipath scheme. They have been particularly violent in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana and Telangana, states which contribute significant manpower to the armed forces. The government has made two changes in response – it has raised…

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Army issues notification for Agnipath scheme

The Indian Army said 'Agniveers' would form a distinct rank in the Indian Army, which would be different from any other existing ranks

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Agnipath | Home Secretary reviews law and order over bandh call

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Services announce recruitment schedule for first batch of Agniveers

Officer rules out rollback of “transformative” scheme that will put the age profile of India’s armed forces on par with that of major armies worldwide

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Services rule out rollback of Agnipath, reveal hiring plan

Training will begin by year-end, aspirants shouldn’t have been part of protests

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MHA announces 10% reservation for Agniveers in CAPFs, Assam Rifles

The ministry also announced a five-year age relaxation for the first batch of Agniveers

The Hindu

Upper age limit for Agnipath scheme hiring raised to 23 for 2022

Government officials have released a note on “myths and facts” regarding the scheme.

The Hindu

Explained | The Agnipath scheme for armed forces

Under the new scheme, around 46,000 soldiers between the ages of 17.5 and 21 years will be recruited into the three services this year.

The Hindu

Protest in Bihar over Agnipath scheme to recruit soldiers

Hundreds of protesters blocked national highways and railway tracks in different parts of the State

Dynamite News

MHA to give priority to to 'Agniveers' who complete 4 yrs under 'Agnipath' scheme

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday announced that his ministry has decided to give priority to 'Agniveers' who have completed four years under the 'Agnipath' scheme. Full story on Dynamite News:

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