General Anil Chauhan concludes tenure as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)

Exam-focused facts from the 1 June 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

General Anil Chauhan completed his tenure as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved an extension of his service on September 24, 2025, up to May 30, 2026.
General Chauhan was awarded the Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Uttam Yudh Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Sena Medal, and Vishisht Seva Medal.
He released the Joint Air Defence Doctrine to enhance synergy, integration, and operational preparedness across the armed forces.
He launched the Tri-Services Tele Directory Web Application, developed in-house by the Directorate General of Signals.