Defence

Goa Shipyard Displays Indigenous Vessels at NAVDEX 2025

Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL), a leading Indian defense shipbuilder, is presenting its indigenously designed Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) and Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) at NAVDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi. These vessels reflect India's growing maritime capabilities under the "Make in...

India-Japan Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian 2025’ to be Held at Mount Fuji

The sixth edition of Exercise Dharma Guardian is scheduled to take place from February 25 to March 9, 2025, at Mount Fuji, Japan. This annual Indo-Japanese military exercise is a significant step in strengthening the strategic and defence cooperation between...

Indian Navy Launches Eighth MCA Barge, LSAM 11

On February 14, 2025, the Indian Navy marked a significant milestone by launching its eighth Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, LSAM 11 (Yard 79). This key event took place in Mira Bhayandar, Maharashtra, at the launch site of M/s SECON...

Matsya-6000: India’s Deep-Ocean Submersible Completes Wet Testing

The Matsya-6000 is a cutting-edge, fourth-generation deep-ocean human submersible designed under the Government of India's Deep Ocean Mission. The submersible is part of the Samudrayan Project, spearheaded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences and developed by the National Institute of...

Saab & HAL Join Forces for Advanced Laser Warning System in India

Swedish defence firm Saab has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to collaborate on the Electronic Warfare Laser Warning System-310 (LWS-310). The agreement, signed on February 13, 2025, focuses on strengthening India’s defence sector by...

Completion of Mehar Baba Competition-II

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully wrapped up the second edition of the Mehar Baba Competition-II (MBC-II), a crucial initiative aimed at advancing India's capabilities in unmanned and autonomous aerial vehicles (UAVs). This competition, launched on April 6, 2022,...

India-Egypt Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘CYCLONE-III’ Begins in Rajasthan

India and Egypt have launched the third edition of their joint special forces exercise, ‘CYCLONE-III’, at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan. This exercise, scheduled from February 10 to 23, 2025, is a crucial part of the growing military...

Aero India 2025: India’s Largest Defence Expo Begins

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Aero India 2025, the 15th edition of India’s premier aerospace and defence exhibition, on February 10, 2025, at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru. This five-day event, regarded as Asia’s largest in the sector, is a...

Indian Army and IAF Execute ‘Winged Raider’ in Eastern Theater

The Indian Army and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have successfully conducted the joint military exercise ‘Winged Raider’ in the Eastern Theater. This strategic drill focused on special airborne operations to enhance coordination between the two forces. The exercise, held...

HAL’s Upgraded Hindustan Jet Trainer 36 Renamed ‘Yashas’

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially renamed its flagship jet training aircraft, the Hindustan Jet Trainer (HJT-36), as 'Yashas' following extensive modifications aimed at improving its flight characteristics. The renaming event, held at Aero India 2025, marks a significant milestone...