In a landmark development for Indian naval self-reliance, the nation’s fourth ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), designated as S4*, has begun its sea trials, setting a new benchmark in domestic defence production.
The vessel has achieved an indigenous content ratio of nearly 80 per cent, the...
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Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) on Wednesday met Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan in New Delhi and held discussions on key national security issues and other matters, officials said.
An official associated with the Governor said that the meeting between...
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has concluded an exceptionally productive year in 2025, sustaining a conviction rate above 92 per cent while registering groundbreaking victories against terrorism and organised crime.
The agency’s relentless pursuits yielded high-profile extraditions...
India successfully conducted a salvo launch of two Pralay missiles in quick succession on Wednesday. It was test-fired from the same launcher off the coast of Odisha and was conducted as part of user evaluation trials.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the test was carried out at around...
Russia is set to make a commanding appearance at Wings India 2026, Asia's premier civil aviation exhibition, signalling a renewed focus on the Indian regional air travel market.
The event, scheduled to take place from January 28 to 31 at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad, will serve as a platform...
Israeli small arms maker Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) on Tuesday said its Indian subsidiary, PLR Systems Pvt Ltd, has been selected by the Ministry of Defence for the supply of 1,70,000 Close Quarter Battle (CQB) carbines.
The announcement came as the Ministry of Defence signed defence...
India is rapidly advancing its aerial warfare capabilities as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) accelerates the timeline for the Astra Mk3, a next-generation air-to-air missile.
Also known as the 'Gandiva'—named after the legendary bow of Arjuna—this weapon system is...
India is no longer a peripheral player in the affairs of Indo-Pacific but is becoming the fulcrum upon which regional stability and prosperity relies. India's centrality in the Indo-Pacific is a strategic prize that must be continuously earned through investment in maritime capabilities...
The Indian Army, while rapidly modernising with cutting-edge technology, continues to strengthen its capabilities by blending tradition with innovation.
This unique approach will be on full display at the upcoming Republic Day parade, where, for the first time, double-humped Bactrian camels...
In a move that could significantly bolster India’s electronic warfare capabilities, Russia has reportedly offered to supply the Indian Armed Forces with the Krasukha-2, a formidable electronic warfare (EW) system designed to blind the "eyes" of enemy air power.
This proposal highlights a...
Enhancing operational readiness and maritime prowess, the Shatrujeet Brigade of the Indian Army’s Central Command conducted intensive Watermanship Training, refining specialised aquatic manoeuvres and combat diving skills, an official said on Tuesday.
The training focused on building endurance...
The Counter-Intelligence Wing Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday cracked down on the digital propaganda ring as the NIA court declared the accused as absconding.
A CIK statement claimed that in a decisive action against anti-national propaganda and secessionist misinformation, the CIK has tightened the...
India’s civil aviation sector is getting a strong indigenous push with the launch of the Dhruv-NG, a newly civil-certified helicopter developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
Calling it more than just a flying machine, HAL Chairman and Managing Director DK Sunil said the Dhruv-NG...
