Defence

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...

Joint Military Exercise ‘Cyclone 2025’ Between India and Egypt Begins in Rajasthan

A significant military collaboration between India and Egypt has commenced today with the launch of the joint exercise ‘Cyclone 2025’. This exercise, taking place at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, is set to run for 14 days. Aimed...

Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron Docks at Changi Naval Base

The First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy, comprising INS Sujata, INS Shardul, and ICGS Veera, arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, on 6th February 2025. This visit is part of the Long-Range Training Deployment to Southeast Asia, strengthening...

Army Partners with IIT Guwahati for Bamboo Bunkers

The Indian Army has partnered with IIT Guwahati to develop bamboo-based composite bunkers as an alternative to traditional construction materials. The project aims to enhance sustainability, reduce weight, and improve deployability in high-altitude regions like Arunachal Pradesh. The agreement aligns...

TROPEX-25: Showcasing India’s Maritime Power and Joint Military Readiness

TROPEX-25, or the Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise 2025, is one of the most significant military exercises conducted by India, with the Indian Navy at its core. This biennial exercise is designed to showcase jointness among the armed forces, demonstrate India’s ability to address challenges,...

India-Maldives Military Exercise ‘Ekuverin’: Strengthening Bilateral Defence

The 13th edition of the joint India-Maldives military exercise ‘Ekuverin’ is being hosted by the Maldives from 2-15 February 2025. This biennial exercise, which alternates between India and the Maldives, is a cornerstone of the defence cooperation between the two nations. The inaugural ceremony of...

Defence Budget 2025: Key Highlights and Analysis

The Union Budget 2025-26 has allocated Rs 6,81,210.27 crore for the Ministry of Defence (MoD), reflecting a 9.53% increase over the previous year’s budget. This accounts for 13.45% of the Union Budget, making it the highest allocation among all ministries....

DRDO-IIT Hyderabad Unveils Large Area Additive Manufacturing System

India’s defense and aerospace manufacturing sectors have received a significant boost with the development of a Large Area Additive Manufacturing (LAAM) system at the DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence (DIA-CoE) at IIT Hyderabad. The innovative LAAM system, a collaboration between IIT...