Dhiraj Seth.
Vice Chief of the Army Staff
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What's happening
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Earlier this month
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Senior military officials Krishna Swaminathan and Dhiraj Seth were noted, alongside the formidable air power of the Indian Air Force.Some support2 reports
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COAS emphasized the importance of self-reliance in defence production during a recent defence summit held in New Delhi.Well supported5 reports
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Dhiraj Seth conducted an official visit to discuss strengthening defense partnerships through high-level talks and military cooperation.Well supported12 reports
One to three months ago
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Dhiraj Seth visited Russia to strengthen the defense partnership between India and Russia, focusing on spare-part supplies for Indian platforms.Some support3 reports
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Dhiraj Seth visited Nepal for high-level diplomatic exchanges and held meetings with Prime Minister Balendra Shah.Some support1 report
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Dhiraj Seth visited Nepal on official duty and held discussions regarding the defense partnership between India and Nepal.Well supported17 reports1 development inside
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Balendra Shah and Dhiraj Seth strengthened bilateral military ties between their respective nations.Some support2 reports
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Dhiraj Seth met Balendra Shah during an official visit to Nepal, and the cabinet accepted student demands to cancel exams.Some support1 report
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Indian Army official Dhiraj Seth traveled to Kathmandu to maintain military traditions with Nepal.Well supported52 reports1 development inside
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Chief of the Indian Army, Dhiraj Seth, visited J&K to review the security situation and meet with CM Omar Abdullah.Well supported12 reports2 developments inside
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Dhiraj Seth reviewed the security situation in the Jammu region, meeting commanders in Pathankot.Some support1 report
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Defence Minister and senior officers praised the success of a recent military expedition.Some support1 report
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Defence Minister and Army Chief paid respects and outlined commitments regarding the 1999 Kargil War.Well supported20 reports
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Dhiraj Seth accompanied Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on July 1st to address enemy intentions and infiltration threats.Well supported26 reports
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Dhiraj Seth reviewed operational preparedness along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir.Well supported5 reports
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Dhiraj Seth, who recently assumed office after Upendra Dwivedi, called on President Droupadi Murmu for a courtesy meeting.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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India and Japan deepened their strategic partnership while Dhiraj Seth succeeded Upendra Dwivedi as Chief of Army Staff.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Dhiraj Seth, who served in a UN Mission in Angola, is also noted as an architect of Indian Army modernization efforts.Well supported5 reports
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Around Dhiraj Seth this week
News at the entities that move Dhiraj Seth most-
Nepal OperationalA proposal was made to twin Kathmandu, Nepal, and Cape Town.Moves Dhiraj Seth
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India StructuralA fund offers exposure to the electric vehicle (EV) sector in India.Moves Dhiraj Seth
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Indian Army StructuralPolice investigated the misuse of forged documents belonging to ex-servicemen of the Indian Army.Moves Dhiraj Seth
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Indian Air Force StructuralThe Ministry of Defence organized courses detailing operations for the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, and Indian Army.Moves Dhiraj Seth
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Rajnath Singh OperationalRajnath Singh and Yogi Adityanath met to review flood mitigation measures in Uttar Pradesh.Moves Dhiraj Seth
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Ministry of Defence StructuralIberia dry-leases aircraft from SMBC and Aergo Capital, while the Ministry of Defence purchases aircraft from Iberia and the Ministry of Interior uses Airbus helicopters.Moves Dhiraj Seth
Connections
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Nepal Operational
Dhiraj Seth conducts official visits to Nepal for defence diplomacy, bilateral cooperation, and receives honorary military rank.
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Indian Army Structural
Dhiraj Seth holds the formal command role as Chief of Army Staff within the Indian Army.
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India Structural
Dhiraj Seth served as a high-ranking military officer, culminating as Chief of the Army Staff, within the defense establishment of India.
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Upendra Dwivedi Structural
Dhiraj Seth succeeded Upendra Dwivedi as the Chief of Army Staff.
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Ram Chandra Poudel Transactional
Ram Chandra Poudel is scheduled to confer honorary rank upon Dhiraj Seth.
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Rajnath Singh Operational
The relationship functions as a leadership hierarchy where Rajnath Singh grants authority and trust to Dhiraj Seth, who then executes defense plans and reports back.
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Nepalese Army Transactional
Dhiraj Seth supplies military and medical equipment to the Nepalese Army, which reciprocates by conferring honorary ranks.
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National Defence Academy Structural
Dhiraj Seth is an alumnus and graduate of the National Defence Academy.
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Indian Air Force Structural
Dhiraj Seth holds a hierarchical position within the Indian Air Force, influencing its operations and military structure.
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Balendra Shah Operational
The two individuals met to discuss and strengthen bilateral military and defense relations.
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Shankar Roychowdhury Structural
A holds a professional office that succeeded the tenure of B, establishing a direct professional lineage.
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Pushpendra Singh Transactional
Pushpendra Singh delivered a briefing to Dhiraj Seth on 2026-08-01.
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Droupadi Murmu Transactional
Dhiraj Seth held a courtesy meeting with Droupadi Murmu at the President's residence.
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Alexander Matovnikov Operational
The two commanders met to discuss and enhance cooperation between their respective ground forces.
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Centre for Land Warfare Studies Operational
The Centre for Land Warfare Studies named Dhiraj Seth as the next COAS.
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Army Structural
Dhiraj Seth is appointed to lead the Army, establishing a formal hierarchical relationship.
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Omar Abdullah Operational
The relationship is characterized by discussions between the two individuals concerning security matters.
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Ministry of Defence Structural
The Ministry of Defence officially reports on and tracks the activities of Dhiraj Seth.
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Punjab Operational
Dhiraj Seth, likely a military official, meets with the Chief Minister to discuss security matters related to Punjab.
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Kargil War Structural
The Kargil War is cited as a past conflict that informs the current strategic vision of the individual.
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Narendra Modi Operational
Dhiraj Seth aligns his professional vision and expresses gratitude toward Narendra Modi's national goals.
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Haryana Operational
The relationship is discussed in the context of civil-military coordination and state support for personnel and veterans.
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Omar Abdullah Transactional
Dhiraj Seth met with Omar Abdullah to discuss security matters.
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Bhagwant Mann Operational
The two political figures are involved in a meeting concerning issues affecting the state of Punjab.
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Lok Bhavan Shared context
Dhiraj Seth was present at Lok Bhavan for a meeting with the Lieutenant Governor.
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Samuel Paparo Operational
The two individuals met to deepen strategic cooperation regarding defense partnerships.
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Pakistan Shared context
Dhiraj Seth's strategic oversight and border preparedness are focused on the western front bordering Pakistan.
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Angola Shared context
Dhiraj Seth served in a UN Mission while located in Angola.
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NDTV Transactional
Dhiraj Seth participated in a conclave organized by NDTV.
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Sumdorong Chu Shared context
A person was involved in a military standoff at the location of Sumdorong Chu.
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China Operational
A's professional focus involves operational matters related to China's border preparedness.
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Kashmir Shared context
Dhiraj Seth conducts official security and operational reviews within the territory of Kashmir.
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Jammu Shared context
Dhiraj Seth was observed visiting and reviewing the security situation in the Jammu region.
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New Delhi Shared context
Dhiraj Seth made an announcement while located in New Delhi.
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defence ministry Shared context
The Ministry is involved in organizing and highlighting the significance of military visits.
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Jaipur Shared context
Dhiraj Seth's activities are observed taking place within the geographical context of Jaipur.
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Srinagar Shared context
Dhiraj Seth was observed operating and visiting Srinagar for command and operational briefings.
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Kathmandu Shared context
Dhiraj Seth was in Kathmandu for a visit and received an honor there.
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Indian Navy Operational
Dhiraj Seth is involved in discussions regarding tri-services integration with naval commanders of the Indian Navy.
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N. S. Raja Subramani Mentioned together
Both individuals were observed attending a high-level defense gathering.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
3 events- COAS emphasized the importance of self-reliance in defence production during a recent defence summit held in New Delhi.
- Dhiraj Seth conducted an official visit to discuss strengthening defense partnerships through high-level talks and military cooperation.
- Dhiraj Seth visited Russia to strengthen the defense partnership between India and Russia, focusing on spare-part supplies for Indian platforms.
August 2026
6 events- Dhiraj Seth visited Nepal for high-level diplomatic exchanges and held meetings with Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
- Dhiraj Seth visited Nepal on official duty and held discussions regarding the defense partnership between India and Nepal.
- Balendra Shah and Dhiraj Seth strengthened bilateral military ties between their respective nations.
- Dhiraj Seth met Balendra Shah during an official visit to Nepal, and the cabinet accepted student demands to cancel exams.
- Indian Army official Dhiraj Seth traveled to Kathmandu to maintain military traditions with Nepal.
- Dhiraj Seth reviewed the security situation in the Jammu region, meeting commanders in Pathankot.
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July 2026
7 events- Chief of the Indian Army, Dhiraj Seth, visited J&K to review the security situation and meet with CM Omar Abdullah.
- Defence Minister and senior officers praised the success of a recent military expedition.
- Defence Minister and Army Chief paid respects and outlined commitments regarding the 1999 Kargil War.
- Dhiraj Seth accompanied Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on July 1st to address enemy intentions and infiltration threats.
- Dhiraj Seth reviewed operational preparedness along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir.
- Dhiraj Seth, who recently assumed office after Upendra Dwivedi, called on President Droupadi Murmu for a courtesy meeting.
- India and Japan deepened their strategic partnership while Dhiraj Seth succeeded Upendra Dwivedi as Chief of Army Staff.