Defence

IAF Successfully Testfires ‘SAMAR’ Air Defense Missile System In Andhra Pradesh

  In a significant triumph for its indigenous design and development capabilities, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has proudly announced the successful test firing of its Surface to Air Missile for Assured Retaliation (SAMAR) air defence missile system. This accomplishment...

MoD Seals Rs 5,336.25 Crore Deal With BEL For 10-year Supply Of Electronic Fuzes

  The Ministry of Defence, in a significant development on December 15, 2023, sealed a landmark contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Pune. This groundbreaking agreement entails the procurement of Electronic Fuzes for the Indian Army over a 10-year period,...

Successful Flight Trial of Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator for India’s Stealth Combat Drone Ghatak

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a significant breakthrough with the successful flight trial of the Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator. This cutting-edge technology is a crucial component of India's covert stealth combat drone project, codenamed Ghatak....

Indian Navy to recommission Maldives-gifted, decommissioned ship

  The Indian Navy is set to re-induct a refurbished 22-year-old fast attack craft, INS Tarmugli, in a ceremonial commissioning ceremony at the naval dockyard in Visakhapatnam. This event marks a significant milestone, as INS Tarmugli returns to active service...

Ranks in Indian Army, Navy and Airforce

The Indian Armed Forces, comprising the Army, Navy and Air Force, form a crucial defense foundation. Characterized by a well-structured hierarchy, each branch follows a distinct rank system, representing a clear chain of command. The Army progresses through ranks such...

Defence Ministry Approves Rs 2800 Crore Rockets for Pinaka Weapon System

In a significant development, the Indian Defence Ministry has greenlit a proposal with Rs.2,800 crore to bolster the Indian Army's artillery capabilities. The plan involves acquiring approximately 6,400 rockets designed for the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher systems. The recent approval...

India, Vietnam Armies Start 11-Day Hanoi Exercise

  The Indian and Vietnamese Armies have initiated an 11-day military exercise in Vietnam, commencing on December 11. This collaborative endeavor, named "VINBAX-23," reflects the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations and is a response to shared concerns over...

Indian Army Organizes ‘Honour Run’ in Delhi to Commemorate Kargil War Victory

In a tribute to the historic military triumph during the Kargil War, the Indian Army orchestrated the 'Honour Run – Indian Army Veteran’s Half Marathon' in Delhi on December 10, 2023. The event, conducted under the theme 'Honour Run,' aimed...

Indian Navy Conducts Bi-annual ‘Prasthan’ Exercise off Mumbai Coast

  The Indian Navy, in collaboration with various defense, state, and civil agencies, recently concluded a comprehensive two-phased exercise named 'Prasthan' in the Offshore Development Area off the Mumbai coast. This exercise, conducted every six months, is pivotal in validating...

Indian Naval Ship Sumedha Makes Inaugural Arrival at Port Lamu, Kenya

  As part of its ongoing long-range deployment to Africa, the Indian Naval Ship Sumedha made a historic arrival at Port Lamu, Kenya on 09 December 2023. This visit is significant as it marks the first port call by any...