Afghanistan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi exhibited a striking blend of strategic foresight and cultural nostalgia –- whether advertently or not –- in his subsequent public interaction. Addressing the media in New Delhi on Friday, his emphasis on Chabahar port as a “good trade route”...
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A joint civil–military trek to Athupopu was flagged off on Sunday from Anini Military Garrison in Dibang Valley, spanning an ambitious 20 days, across the breathtaking terrain of Arunachal Pradesh. This unique expedition celebrates unity and adventure in the forward areas, fostering deeper...
Alert troopers of the Border Security Force (BSF) have foiled foiled multiple cross-border smuggling attempts, seizing five drones carrying heroin and a pistol along the Amritsar and Tarn Taran India-Pakistan border areas in Punjab, an official said on Sunday.
A statement mentioned that acting...
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has revealed significant advancements in the development of the RudraM-III, a state-of-the-art hypersonic missile.
Designed to be launched from the Indian Air Force's (IAF) frontline Su-30MKI fighter jets, this long-range weapon is...
Global maritime experts and naval leaders will discuss strategies for a more secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific at the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025 to be hosted by the Indian Navy later this month, an official said on Saturday.
The three-day event, starting October 28, will focus on key...
A state-of-the-art Static Firing Facility ‘Trinetra’, for testing of Naval Weapon Systems was inaugurated by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, on 08 Oct 2025 at Naval Station Bheemunipatnam, near Visakhapatnam.
The facility has been...
State-owned aerospace and defence company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is confronting a critical challenge that could define its future in India's military transport sector.
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) urgently seeks to replace its ageing fleet of Antonov An-32 and Ilyushin Il-76...
Rolls-Royce on Friday said that it is proud to showcase its advanced power and propulsion technology for the UK’s Carrier Strike Group as HMS Prince of Wales arrived in Mumbai. “HMS Prince of Wales, the flagship of this deployment, is powered by Rolls-Royce’s world-leading MT30 marine gas...
Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday said the Indian Defence forces followed the principle of ‘Dharamyudh’ during ‘Operation Sindoor’. Speaking as the chief guest at the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Military School (RMS) in this Himachal Pradesh hill resort, he...
India will be hosting the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs’ conclave from October 14 to 16, in New Delhi. The Conclave will bring together over 30 Military Chiefs from around the world to deliberate on evolving peacekeeping challenges, best practices and future...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly re-evaluating its procurement strategy, showing renewed interest in a direct, off-the-shelf purchase of Russia’s Su-57E fifth-generation stealth fighter.
This potential acquisition is being viewed as a critical interim measure to counter emerging aerial...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is moving forward with a major proposal to acquire 114 new Rafale fighter jets, a plan that has revived a critical debate about the long-term costs and technological independence of foreign military platforms.
While the IAF has reportedly recommended the procurement...
In a significant personal and professional milestone, Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh, the Indian Air Force's first female Rafale pilot, has successfully earned the coveted Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) badge.
Her graduation from a rigorous instructional course not only makes her the first...
