Pakistan Defence distances itself from 'unrecognised' veterans' bodies

Sep 03, 2022

Islamabad [Pakistan], September 3 : Pakistan Defence Ministry has accused some military veterans' organisations of "masquerading as" representatives of retired servicemen and warned them...

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi flags gaps in ECHS, accuses Centre of neglecting ex-servicemen welfare

Apr 02, 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday raised concerns over the functioning of the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), alleging serious lapses in healthcare access...

J-K: Indian Army's Romeo Force holds ex-servicemen interaction, medical camp in Poonch

Sep 30, 2025

The Indian Army's Romeo Force on Tuesday organised an interaction meet with ex-servicemen in Tota Gali, Poonch. The event also featured a medical camp...

Uttarakhand: CM Dhami govt grants 10% horizontal reservation to retired Agniveers in uniformed posts

Sep 01, 2025

According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister's office, CM Dhami said, "It is our responsibility to give them respect and employment opportunities....

AIIMS-ECHS signs MoA for health services to ex-servicemen

Mar 19, 2024

All India Institute of Medical Sciences and Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), Ministry of Defence has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) for health...

Defence Minister approves 100% increase in financial assistance for ex-servicemen & their dependents

Oct 15, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday approved a 100% increase in financial assistance for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and their dependents under schemes implemented by the...