The Central government on Monday extended the tenure of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief Samir V Kamat by one more year, till May 2026.
This is his second extension in the post. A distinguished scientist, Mr Kamat was appointed as secretary of the Department of Defence...
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In a rare and striking release, a few images have emerged from the Indian Army’s war room, offering a behind-the-scenes look at ‘Operation Sindoor’, precision military strike by the Indian forces against terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) on May...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a scathing attack on Pakistan, asserting that its sole objective is to foster hatred towards India and orchestrate harm, and at the same time, India remains steadfast in its pursuit of poverty eradication and economic advancement.
Addressing a...
Pakistan carried out 413 drone attacks in Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Sri Ganganagar districts, but all of them were neutralised mid-air by India’s air defence system, Border Security Force (BSF) Inspector General (Rajasthan Frontier) ML Garg said on Monday.
In an interaction with media at...
The Indian Army is advancing its air defence capabilities with the successful conclusion of preliminary tests for the AK-630M integrated Mobile Gun System (MGS).
Following these initial evaluations, the system is now set to undergo further, more demanding trials, incorporating minor adjustments...
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), India's state-owned defence company based in Avadi, Chennai, is advancing a significant project to develop a new generation of light tanks. These vehicles are specifically designed for India's varied and demanding operational terrains, with a particular...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said Pakistan’s only aim is to hate India and think of ways to harm it, while our nation has set goals of removing poverty and bringing about economic development. Addressing a rally in Dahod in Gujarat, the PM hailed Operation Sindoor and said “those...
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a CRPF personnel for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistan intelligence officers, officials said on Monday.
The accused, Moti Ram Jat, was actively involved in espionage activity and had been sharing classified information...
A member of the banned CPI (Maoist), who was carrying a bounty of Rs 5 lakh on his head, was killed in a gunfight with security forces in Jharkhand’s Latehar district on Monday, a senior police official said.
Another red rebel was also arrested during the operation, he said. The encounter...
May 26, 1999 marks a memorable day for the country as well as the Indian Air Force (IAF). It was on this day, twenty-six years ago that the IAF launched a major military operation titled ‘Safed Sagar’ to break the back of Pakistani intruders and its Army regulars who surreptitiously entered the...
Mr. Baba Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge, has strongly advocated for a collaborative approach involving private companies, public sector undertakings, and academic institutions to develop indigenous aero engines.
Speaking on Republic TV, Mr. Kalyani highlighted the...
India's indigenous artillery capabilities are poised for a major advancement as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) prepares to begin trials for the Pinaka Mk3.
This advanced guided rocket system, boasting a range of 120 kilometres, has been developed by DRDO's Armament...
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has outlined a clear development and production schedule for the Tejas Mk2, India's advanced new-generation Light Combat Aircraft. The company aims for the aircraft's first flight to occur in the first quarter of 2026, between April and July. Series production...
