INS Arighat: Indian Navy commissions new nuclear submarine

INS Arighat joins Indian Navy: Visakhapatnam, India – In a significant boost to India's nuclear deterrence capabilities, the second Arihant-class submarine, INS Arighaat, was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29. The ceremony was graced by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, who lauded the achievement as a testament to the government's commitment to self-reliance in defense. Read More

India DRDO Phase 1 of Anti Ballistic Missile Defense System.

July 24, 2024

DRDO testfires phase 2 of ballistic missile defence system

DRDO tests Phase 2 of India's Ballistic Missile Defence System: New Delhi, July 24: In a significant boost to its national security against long range ballistic missiles, India Wednesday successfully conducted the Phase II test of its indigenously developed Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) defence system. The trial, conducted at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Odisha's Chandipur, marks a crucial milestone in India’s strategic deterrence capabilities. Read More

July 13, 2024

Agniveer: 10 percent reservation, age relaxation in paramilitary forces

Agniveer Scheme Reservation, Age Relaxation in Paramilitary: In a significant relief for Agniveers of Indian military, the chiefs of India's three large central paramilitary forces - the CISF, BSF and CRPF on Thursday said that 10 per cent posts of soldiers will be reserved for Agniveers in line with a decision by the Union home ministry. Read More

IAF jets arrived in Australia to take part in Pitch Black 24 exercise.

July 13, 2024

Exercise Pitch Black: Indian Air Force jets arrive in Australia

Indian Air Force Exercise Pitch Black 2024: The name "Pitch Black" reflects the exercise's focus on nighttime flying operations conducted over vast, unpopulated areas. Read More

July 12, 2024

DRDO awards 7 defence contracts to startups

According to officials, the move is a testament to the DRDO's ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant domestic defense industrial ecosystem in the country. The successful development of these indigenous technologies will not only strengthen India's military capabilities but also create new opportunities for private sector entities. Read More

Zorawar has been designed to scale steep incline of Himalayan warfare.

July 6, 2024

DRDO unveils Zorawar Light Tank

DRDO Zorawar Light Tank: Developed jointly by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and L&T, the Zorawar boasts a record-breaking development timeframe. Initial conceptualization began less than two years ago, highlighting India's commitment to accelerating its indigenous defense capabilities. Read More

NewSpace Research and Technologies' UAV.

July 4, 2024

Defence Ministry funds 77 projects under Technology Development Fund

Ministry of Defence Technology Development Fund: India's Ministry of Defence's Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme has already sanctioned a total of 77 projects with a combined value exceeding $3.6 million (INR 300 crore). These projects have successfully yielded 27 new defence technologies, said the government on Wednesday. Read More

General Upendra Dwivedi New Army Chief takes charge from General Manoj Pande.

June 30, 2024

General Upendra takes charge as new Army Chief

General Upendra Dwivedi takes charge: The new Chief of the Army Staff, Gen Upendra Dwivedi, has operational experience along the frontiers with China and Pakistan. He has also served as Vice Chief of the Army and General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Northern Command. General Dwivedi, who has vast operational experience along the frontiers with China and Pakistan, was serving as the Vice Chief of the Army. Read More

June 25, 2024

SpacePixxel bags MoD order for miniaturized satellites

SpacePixxel gets contract for IAF’s miniaturized satellites: India’s ministry of defence Tuesday signed a contract with SpacePixxel Technologies Pvt Ltd. for the design and development of a miniaturized satellite capable of carrying multiple advanced payloads weighing up to 150 kilograms. This project is specifically led by the Indian Air Force, highlighting the importance of this... Read More

June 11, 2024

Modi 3.0: PM retains key ministers, inducts new faces in revamped cabinet

Modi 3.0 cabinet: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled his new cabinet on Monday, following his historic third consecutive term victory in the recent Lok Sabha elections. The council of ministers reflects a blend of continuity and change, with several key figures retaining their portfolios and fresh faces being brought in for other crucial positions. Read More