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August 27, 2025
Over 700 Armed Forces Personnel Gear Up to Participate in 'Exercise Bright Star 2025'More than 700 personnel from the Armed Forces & Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff are set to participate in the Multilateral Exercise 'BRIGHT STAR 2025' from August 28 to September 10, 2025.
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August 27, 2025
ST Engineering Antycip advances simulation innovation with new integration between MyIG and VR-ForcesThe advanced image generator developed by Antycip now interfaces directly with VR-Forces, enabling more immersive and interoperable training environments.
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August 27, 2025
Omnisys Highlights BRO™: A Unique System for Smart Combat Mission Planning and real-time decision makingOperationally proven and AI-driven, BRO™ enhances decision-making, maximizes performance, and delivers operational superiority
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August 27, 2025
MoD signs MoU with QCI to enhance Veteran Welfare ServicesReaffirming its commitment to “Quality in Service – Dignity for Veterans”, the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW), Ministry of Defence, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Quality Council of India (QCI) on August 26 2025, New Delhi to strengthen delivery of pension, healthcare...
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August 26, 2025
Multi-mission stealth frigates - INS Udaygiri & INS Himgiri - commissioned into Indian Navy in the presence of Defence Minister in VizagEquipped with next-gen weapons & systems, the ships to enhance Navy's ability to safeguard national interests across full spectrum of maritime missions
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August 25, 2025
People in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, says Defence Minister“People in border areas provided full support to the Armed Forces during Operation Sindoor, which is testament to the fact that the security of the nation is not just the responsibility of the Government or the military, but of every citizen,” said Defence Minister Rajnath during the inauguration of a Defence & Sports Academy in Jodhpur, Rajasthan on August 25, 2025.
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August 25, 2025
Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to attend Chiefs of Defence Conference 2025 in ThailandChief of Integrated Defence Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit will participate in the annual Chiefs of Defence Conference during his visit to Thailand from August 26 to 28, 2025.
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August 24, 2025
Defence Minister felicitates Gaganyatris - Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain P.B. Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan & Group Captain Angad Pratap - in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh felicitated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain P.B. Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, and Group Captain Angad Pratap who are part of Gaganyaan, ISRO's maiden space flight mission, during an event in New Delhi on August 24, 2025.
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August 24, 2025
Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi Embarks on Official Visit to AlgeriaGeneral Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), has embarked on an official visit to Algeria from August 25 to 28, 2025.
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August 24, 2025
DRDO successfully conducts maiden flight-tests of Integrated Air Defence Weapon SystemDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight-tests of Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) off the coast of Odisha at around 1230 hrs on August 23, 2025.
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August 23, 2025
Indian Naval Ship Kadmatt Completes Port call at SurabayaIndian Naval Ship INS Kadmatt, an indigenous ASW corvette, successfully completed a three-day port call at Surabaya, Indonesia, strengthening the bond of friendship, trust, and interoperability between the Indian Navy and the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL).
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August 23, 2025
INS Tamal Concludes Port call at Souda Bay, GreeceINS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, on her passage to home base in India, called at Souda Bay, Greece, August 19-22, 2025.
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August 22, 2025
Boeing-Built X-37B Spaceplane Launches, Beginning Eighth MissionThe Boeing-built X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle launched today on its eighth mission, lifting off at 11:50PM ET aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 from Kennedy Space Center, Fla. The vehicle is healthy on orbit and proceeding with standard checkout.
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August 22, 2025
Defence Minister interacts with global women peacekeepers taking part in UN Women Military Officers Course 2025 in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh, on August 22, 2025, interacted with the women officers of 15 countries alongside India, who are participating in a nearly two-week long United Nations Women Military Officers Course (UNWMOC-2025) being held at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
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August 22, 2025
NAVANTIA to enhance the capability of two OPVs for the Royal Thai NavyNavantia has signed a new contract with the Royal Thai Navy to modernise two Pattani-class Offshore Patrol Vessels whose systems need to be upgraded.
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August 21, 2025
Defence Minister meets Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut onboard the International Space StationGroup Captain Shukla's inspiring journey will motivate young minds to pursue careers in science, technology & space exploration: Rajnath Singh
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August 21, 2025
Indian Naval Ship Tamal Arrived at Souda Bay, GreeceINS Tamal, the latest stealth frigate, arrived at Souda Bay, Greece, on August 19, 2025 during her return passage to India post commissioning in Russia.
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August 21, 2025
Conclusion of SLINEX-2025The 12th edition of the India-Sri Lanka bilateral naval exercise SLINEX-25 successfully concluded at Colombo on August 18, 2025, reaffirming shared commitment and maritime security.
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August 20, 2025
Successful test-firing of 'Agni 5' Intermediate Range Ballistic MissileIntermediate Range Ballistic Missile 'Agni 5' was successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur in Odisha on August 20, 2025. The launch validated all operational and technical parameters. It was carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command.
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August 20, 2025
COAS and AWWA President Pledge Organ Donation, Giving Major Push to AORTA InitiativeChief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi along with his wife Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, President AWWA, on August 20, 2025, pledged to donate their organs at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), giving a significant boost to the Armed Forces Organ Retrieval & Transplantation Authority (AORTA).
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August 12, 2025
Minister of State for Defence holds bilateral meeting with Nigerian Minister of State, Defence in New DelhiMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth held a bilateral meeting with Minister of State, Defence of Nigeria Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle in New Delhi on August 12, 2025.
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August 12, 2025
SCD Secures $50 Million Repeat Orders from North American Customers for Advanced IR DetectorsMulti-year contract includes laser spot detection, to be integrated into long range surveillance defense systems
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August 11, 2025
Lt General Simon Stuart, Chief of Australian Army, Commences Four-Day Visit to IndiaLt General Simon Stuart, Chief of the Australian Army, has arrived in New Delhi on an official visit to India from 11 to 14 August 2025.
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August 11, 2025
8th High-Level Meeting between ICG and SLCG held in New DelhiThe 8th High-Level Meeting (HLM) between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) was held in New Delhi on August 11, 2025, marking another milestone in the strong and enduring maritime partnership between the two countries.
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August 10, 2025
Operation Sindoor is a testament to the synergy & operational cohesion among the three Services: CDSChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has described the success of 'Operation Sindoor' as a testament to the synergy and operational cohesion among the three Services.
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August 8, 2025
Embraer Defense Europe signs strategic MoUs with Lithuanian Partners strengthening aerospace cooperation and innovationEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, signed today several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with key Lithuanian partners, marking a significant step toward long-term cooperation in aerospace, defense and innovation.
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August 5, 2025
DAC clears proposals worth ₹67,000 crore to enhance operational capability of the Armed ForcesThe Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on August 5, 2025, approved various proposals amounting to a total cost of about ₹67,000 crore.
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August 5, 2025
Inaugural India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue held in New DelhiThe inaugural edition of India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue was held in New Delhi on August 5, 2025 to discuss security perspectives and further bolster bilateral cooperation.
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August 5, 2025
Adapting to disruptive tech, rethinking legacy structures & prioritising Tri-service synergy key to tackling today's security challenges: CDSChief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has emphasised the need to adapt swiftly to disruptive technologies, rethink legacy structures and prioritise synergy across the three services to tackle the challenges emanating...
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August 5, 2025
Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet Ships on Operational Deployment in South East Asia Conclude the Port Call at ManilaAs part of the ongoing Operational Deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships INS Delhi (Guided Missile Destroyer), INS Shakti (Fleet Tanker), and INS Kiltan (Anti Submarine Warfare corvette) of the Eastern Fleet...
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August 4, 2025
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff Inaugurates 'Agnishodh' Research Cell at IIT Madras to Boost Self-Reliance in Defence TechnologyIn a landmark step towards Atmanirbharta in defence technology, the Indian Army has joined hands with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to establish 'Agnishodh', the Indian Army Research Cell (IARC) on the IIT Madras campus.
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August 4, 2025
Alay Parikh to Lead Business Development for Boeing Defense and Services in IndiaBoeing has appointed Alay Parikh as Director of business development for its Defense and Services business in India, reinforcing the company's commitment to strengthening operations and accelerating growth in the region.
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August 1, 2025
Exceptional back-end support by different departments of MoD to the Armed Forces was key to Operation Sindoor's success: Defence MinisterRajnath Singh calls for enhanced civil-military synergy to bolster security structure & safeguard national interests
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August 1, 2025
Indian Naval Ships visit Manila, Philippines, Strengthening Maritime Cooperation in South East AsiaAs part of the Indian Navy's ongoing operational deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships INS Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan, of the Eastern Fleet...
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August 1, 2025
Embraer to develop a strong industrial partnership with Lithuania while strengthening its presence across EuropeEmbraer, a leading aerospace company, is working with Lithuanian industry to establish long-term cooperation in aerospace and defense.
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August 1, 2025
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, assumes charge as the 47th Vice Chief of the Naval StaffVice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, AVSM, NM assumed charge as the 47th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS) on August 1, 2025. On assuming charge, the Flag Officer paid solemn homage to the Bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the nation, by laying a floral wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi.
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August 1, 2025
Lt General Pushpendra Singh takes over as Vice Chief of the Army StaffLt General Pushpendra Singh assumed the appointment of the Vice Chief of the Army Staff on July 31, 2025. The General Officer was tenanting the appointment of Director General Operational Logistics & Strategic Movement at Army Headquarters.
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August 1, 2025
Vice Admiral C.R. Praveen Nair, Assumes Charge as Controller Personnel ServicesVice Admiral C.R. Praveen Nair, AVSM, NM assumed charge as the Controller Personnel Services (CPS) on July 31, 2025. On assuming charge, the Flag Officer paid solemn homage at the National War Memorial, New Delhi.
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August 1, 2025
Raj Kumar Arora takes over as Controller General of Defence AccountsRaj Kumar Arora took over as the Controller General of Defence Accounts on August 1, 2025.
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August 1, 2025
Dr Mayank Sharma assumes the office of Financial Advisor (Defence Services)Dr Mayank Sharma assumed the office of Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on August 1, 2025.
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July 31, 2025
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, takes over as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval CommandVice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, AVSM, VSM assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command on July 31, 2025.
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July 31, 2025
Project 17A Indigenous Advanced Stealth Frigate Himgiri Delivered to Indian NavyA major milestone in achieving self-reliance in warship design and construction, Himgiri (Yard 3022), the third ship of Nilgiri Class (Project 17A) and the first of the class built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), was delivered to the Indian Navy on July 31, 2025 at GRSE, Kolkata.
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July 31, 2025
Second Edition of India-UAE Defence Industry Partnership Seminar Held on JDCC SidelinesOn the sidelines of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC), a seminar on the India-UAE Defence Industry Partnership was held at the India Habitat Centre...
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July 30, 2025
India & UAE Commit to Deepening Defence Partnership at 13th Joint Defence Cooperation Committee MeetingIndia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation during the 13th India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting, held at the Secretary level for the first time, in New Delhi on July 30, 2025.
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July 29, 2025
DRDO successfully conducts two consecutive flight-tests of Pralay missileDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted two consecutive successful flight-tests of Pralay missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam island off the coast of Odisha on July 28 & 29, 2025.
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July 29, 2025
Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff Embarks on an Official Visit to JapanAdmiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, has proceeded on a four-day official visit to Japan from July 30 to August 2, 2025.
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July 29, 2025
Goa Shipyard Ltd Launches “ICGS Atal” (Yard 1275): A Salute to Indigenous Maritime ProwessSixth Fast Patrol Vessel Launch Reinforces India's Self-Reliance in Shipbuilding
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July 28, 2025
Ministry of Defence to set up testing facility in Mechanical & Material domain in Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial CorridorMinistry of Defence (MoD) signed an MoU to establish a state-of-the-art testing facility in Mechanical & Material domain Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor in Tiruchirappalli under the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS), on July 28, 2025 in New Delhi.
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July 28, 2025
Boeing-Built X-37B Spaceplane Set for Eighth MissionThe Boeing-built X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle (OTV) is preparing to launch its eighth mission (OTV-8) from Florida's Space Coast, with liftoff scheduled no earlier than August 21.
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July 27, 2025
AHRR Hosts First-Ever Armed Forces National Conference 'SHAPE 2025' on Sustainable Hospital PlanningThe Department of Hospital Administration at Army Hospital Research & Referral (AHRR), New Delhi, successfully organised the first-ever Armed Forces National Conference, SHAPE 2025: Sustainable Hospital Architecture, Planning, Infrastructure and Equipment, on July 26-27, 2025.
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July 27, 2025
Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025 to Kick off at Jodhpur: Advancing India–Singapore Defence CooperationThe 14th edition of the India–Singapore Joint Military Exercise, Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025, is set to commence today at Jodhpur and will continue till August 4, 2025.
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July 26, 2025
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Nation pays tribute to the indomitable courage & sacrifice of the soldiers who ensured India's victory in 1999The Nation is paying tributes to the bravehearts of the Indian Armed Forces, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the motherland, on Kargil Vijay Diwas, which is celebrated on 26th July every year to commemorate India's historic victory in 1999.
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July 25, 2025
DRDO conducts successful flight-trials of Advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile-V3In a major boost to India's defence capabilities, Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully carried out flight-trials of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
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July 23, 2025
Defence Secretary holds bilateral meeting with Director General, Israel Ministry of Defence in New DelhiDefence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held a bilateral meeting with Director General, Israel Ministry of Defence Major General (Res) Amir Baram in New Delhi on July 23, 2025.
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July 22, 2025
Keel Laying Ceremony of 1st Ship of Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (06 NGOPVs) for Indian Coast GuardMazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), a Navratna DPSU, achieved the milestone of keel laying of 1st ship of 06 NGOPVs (Y-16401) for the Indian Coast Guard on July 22, 2025.
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July 19, 2025
CDS visits Defence Services Staff College, WellingtonChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan visited the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington in Tamil Nadu on July 19, 2025.
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July 19, 2025
INS Sandhayak, The First Indigenous Survey Vessel Large (SVL), Visits Port Klang, MalaysiaIndian Navy's indigenously designed and constructed Survey Vessel Large (SVL) INS Sandhayak made her maiden port call at Port Klang, Malaysia, for hydrographic cooperation, from July 16-19, 2025.
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July 18, 2025
INS Nistar, first indigenously designed & constructed Diving Support Vessel, commissioned in Vizag in the presence of Minister of State for DefenceINS Nistar, the first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth in Visakhapatnam on July 18, 2025.
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July 18, 2025
Minister of State for Defence visits DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in HyderabadMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth visited Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, DRDO in Hyderabad on July 16 & 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
Successful test-firing of Prithvi-II & Agni-I Ballistic MissilesShort-Range Ballistic Missiles - Prithvi-II and Agni-I - were successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha on July 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
HAL receives first set of wing assemblies for LCA Mk1A from L&TThe first set of wing assemblies for Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, produced by Larsen & Toubro, was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on July 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
Successful trial of Akash Prime at High-AltitudeIndia, on July 16, 2025, achieved a significant milestone by successfully destroying two Aerial High Speed Unmanned targets at high-altitude in Ladakh by Akash Prime, the upgraded variant of Akash Weapon System for the Indian Army.
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July 17, 2025
Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet Ships Arrive in Singapore as Part of the Deployment to South East AsiaIndian Navy Deepens Maritime Ties with Singapore
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July 17, 2025
Embraer and Portuguese Air Force celebrate major milestones with delivery of the third KC-390 and maiden flight of the A-29NEmbraer, a global leader in aerospace and defense, and the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) celebrated two major milestones today involving the KC-390 Millennium and A-29N Super Tucano programs: the delivery of the third KC-390 Millennium aircraft...
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July 17, 2025
Latest GA Autonomous Jet Demo Features Live Air-to-Air Engagement CapabilityAutonomous Tasking With TacACE and Optix.C2 Showcase Maturity and Operational Readiness
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July 17, 2025
Belgian Aircrew Completes MQ-9B TrainingGA-ASI's MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Training Was Conducted at Multiple Sites, Including Flight Test & Training Center and Desert Horizon
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July 17, 2025
A New Transatlantic Partnership for European CCAGeneral Atomics announces plans for rapid international uncrewed fighter development
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July 17, 2025
Defence Secretary formally flags-in mountaineering expeditions to Mt Everest and Mt KilimanjaroDefence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh formally flagged-in mountaineering expeditions to Mount Everest and Mount Kilimanjaro at an event organised in South Block, New Delhi on July 17, 2025.
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July 16, 2025
Operation Sindoor demonstrated operational effectiveness and strategic value of indigenous Unmanned Aerial Vehicles & Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems, says Chief of Defence StaffGeneral Anil Chauhan calls for strategic urgency of achieving full-spectrum indigenisation in unmanned aerial platforms & counter-measures
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July 16, 2025
XQ-67A Demonstrates Autonomy and Datalink Interoperability During High Desert Flight TestAFRL's XQ-67A, a second-generation Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP), successfully demonstrated integration of government reference autonomy during a recent flight test in the California High Desert.
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July 16, 2025
Northrop Grumman Appoints New Country Executive for GermanyNorthrop Grumman Corporation has appointed Stephanie Willmann to be the company's first country lead executive for Germany. In this newly created position, Stephanie will lead Northrop Grumman's enhanced commitment to the Bundeswehr, with a focus on providing German and NATO forces mission-winning capabilities and cultivating trusted local industry partnerships.
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July 11, 2025
Defence Minister chairs Governing Council Meeting of NCC Alumni AssociationDefence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the first Governing Council Meeting of National Cadet Corps Alumni Association (NCCAA) at South Block, New Delhi on July 11, 2025.
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July 11, 2025
DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-test of Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile with indigenous Radio Frequency Seeker from Su-30 MKIDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) & Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted the flight-test of indigenous Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile (BVRAAM) 'Astra' equipped with indigenous Radio Frequency (RF) Seeker from Su-30 MKI platform off the coast of Odisha on July 11, 2025.
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July 11, 2025
ICG Rescues Two Crew Members from stranded US Sailing Vessel off Andaman & Nicobar IslandsThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) carried out a rescue operation for the US sailing vessel 'Sea Angel' stranded about 52 nautical miles south-east of Indira Point, Andaman & Nicobar Islands on July 10, 2025.
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July 9, 2025
Keel Laying of Third Fleet Support Ship for Indian Navy'Keel Laying' ceremony of third Fleet Support Ships (FSS) was held at L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli on July 9, 2025, in the presence of Vice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, Controller Warship Production & Acquisition and senior officials from the Indian Navy, HSL and L&T.
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July 9, 2025
Delivery of First Indigenous Diving Support Vessel – 'Nistar''Nistar', the first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel, was delivered by Hindustan Shipyard Limited to the Indian Navy on July 8, 2025 at Visakhapatnam.
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July 8, 2025
Visit of Major General Humaid Mohammed Abdullah Alremeithi, Commander, UAE Naval ForcesMajor General Humaid Mohammed Abdullah Alremeithi, Commander, UAE Naval Forces (UAEN), is in India on an official visit from 7–9 July 2025, aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and bilateral ties.
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July 8, 2025
Indian Navy Signs Contract with BEL for Implementation of NMDA ProjectThe Indian Navy has signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bengaluru for the implementation of National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) Project towards strengthening maritime and coastal security.
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July 8, 2025
User trials of Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket successfully carried out from INS KavarattiUser trials of Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) were successfully carried out from INS Kavaratti from June 23, 2025 to July 7, 2025.
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July 8, 2025
Robotican Announces Delivery of Dozens of ROOSTER Hybrid Drone Systems to European Special ForcesCombat-proven ROOSTER system recently secured official NATO registration, reinforcing its operational credibility and alignment with allied defense standards.
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July 7, 2025
Japan Coast Guard Ship 'Itsukushima' Arrives in Chennai to Strengthen India-Japan Maritime TiesJapan Coast Guard (JCG) Ship Itsukushima, commanded by Captain Naoki Mizoguchi, arrived at Chennai Port on July 7, 2025, as part of its Global Ocean Voyage Training, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and JCG in the Indo-Pacific.
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July 7, 2025
The valour displayed during Operation Sindoor & the demonstration of domestic equipment, further increased the global demand for our indigenous products: Defence Minister at Controllers' Conference 2025Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Controllers' Conference of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) in New Delhi on July 7, 2025, emphasising the department's critical role in strengthening the operational readiness and financial agility of the Armed Forces.
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July 4, 2025
Indian Navy Conducts Annual Safety Review 2025The eighth edition of Indian Navy's apex meeting on safety, the Annual Safety Review 2025, was conducted at Southern Naval Command, Kochi from July 2-3, 2025.
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July 4, 2025
Winging Ceremony – Second Basic Hawk Conversion CourseIndian Navy proudly celebrated the graduation of the Second Basic Hawk Conversion Course at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam. On July 3, 2025, Lt Atul Kumar Dhull and Sub Lt Aastha Poonia received the prestigious 'Wings of Gold' from Rear Admiral Janak Bevli, ACNS (Air).
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July 4, 2025
Curtain Raiser for Tri-Services Academia Technology Symposium held at Manekshaw CentreThe Indian Army conducted a Curtain Raiser event today for the upcoming Tri-Services Academia Technology Symposium at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
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July 3, 2025
DAC clears 10 capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore under Buy (Indian-IDDM) categoryDefence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on July 3, 2025, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore through indigenous sourcing.
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July 3, 2025
Boeing Secures $2.8B Contract to Enhance US Strategic SATCOM CapabilitiesBoeing has been awarded a $2.8B contract for the Evolved Strategic Satellite Communications (ESS) program, the space-based component of the US nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) architecture.
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July 2, 2025
Boeing Delivers Next-Generation O3b mPOWER Satellites to SESBoeing has successfully delivered the 9th and 10th O3b mPOWER satellites to content and network provider SES, advancing the company's effort to provide global connectivity from space.
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July 1, 2025
Northrop Grumman Leverages Advanced Tech to Build All Three F-35 Lightning II Variant Center Fuselages(PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman manufactures center fuselages for all three variants of the F-35 Lighting II stealth fighter at its Integrated Assembly Line (IAL) in Palmdale, California.
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July 1, 2025
Boeing Names Stephen Parker as CEO of Defense, Space & SecurityParker has 37 years of Boeing experience with global expertise in manufacturing, program management and technical leadership
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July 1, 2025
ROSOBORONEXPORT hands over Project 11356 frigate Tamal, built at Yantar USC shipyard in Russia, to Indian NavyROSOBORONEXPORT JSC (part of Rostec State Corporation) has handed over another Project 11356 frigate, built by United Shipbuilding Corporation, to the Indian Navy.
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July 1, 2025
Air Marshal S. Sivakumar Assumes the Appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge AdministrationAir Marshal S. Sivakumar VSM assumed the appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) at Air HQ, New Delhi on July 1, 2025.
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July 1, 2025
Northrop Grumman to Offer Advanced Ground Based Radars to Romania with ROMARMNorthrop Grumman Corporation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ROMARM, a Romanian state-owned leader in defense, to collaborate in offering a ground-based radar solution to the Romanian Air Force.
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June 30, 2025
Rear Admiral V. Ganapathy assumes charge as Commandant of Military Institute of Technology, PuneRear Admiral V. Ganapathy, an accomplished Flag Officer of the Indian Navy, has assumed the command of the Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Pune, under the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff.
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June 30, 2025
Embraer delivers four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Paraguayan Air ForceDeveloped for 21st-century missions, the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft has already been selected by 22 air forces and has more than 290 orders
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June 29, 2025
Minister of State for Defence visits Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment, a DRDO lab based in KanpurMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, on June 29, 2025, visited Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), a Kanpur-based laboratory of DRDO.
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June 28, 2025
Commander-in-Chief, Andaman & Nicobar Command Lt General D.S. Rana takes over as Colonel of the Regiment of Garhwal RiflesIn a ceremony reflecting the glorious traditions and spirit of the Indian Army, Commander-in-Chief, Andaman and Nicobar Command Lt General Dinesh Singh Rana has taken over as the 23rd Colonel of the Regiment of Garhwal Rifles.
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June 27, 2025
Defence Minister meets his Chinese counterpart on the sidelines of SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in QingdaoDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in Qingdao, China on June 26, 2025.
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June 27, 2025
Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan & Gajendra Shekhawat Praise Technology-Driven Surveillance at ICCC for Puri Rath Yatra 2025Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan and Union Minister of Culture, Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, accompanied by Odisha's Minister of Higher Education & Culture Surjyabanshi Suraj and BJP National Spokesperson and Puri MP Dr. Sambit Patra, visited the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Puri to review security and surveillance preparedness ahead of the iconic Rath Yatra 2025.
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June 26, 2025
GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator ArceonGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announces an investment in another Dutch business, Arceon, following the inaugural Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) event held in November 2024.
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June 24, 2025
Defence Secretary leads Indian delegation to South Africa for 9th Joint Defence Committee meeting in JohannesburgDefence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh led the Indian delegation to South Africa for the 9th Joint Defence Committee (JDC) meeting which was held in Johannesburg on June 23 & 24, 2025.
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June 24, 2025
Northrop Grumman's Latest MQ-4C Triton Undergoes Testing with the US NavyNorthrop Grumman Corporation's latest MQ-4C Triton uncrewed multi-intelligence aircraft is undergoing testing with the US Navy's Naval Air Systems Command.
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June 24, 2025
Ministry of Defence Concludes Emergency Procurement Contracts Worth Nearly ₹2,000 Crore to Enhance Counter-Terrorism CapabilityIn a significant move to strengthen the Indian Army's operational readiness in counter-terrorism (CT) operations, the Ministry of Defence has concluded thirteen contracts under the Emergency Procurement (EP) mechanism.
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June 23, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth and his Kenyan counterpart unveil the joint India-Africa Commemorative PillarMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth and the Cabinet Secretary for Defence of the Republic of Kenya, Roselinda Soipan Tuya, EGH, jointly unveiled the India-Africa Commemorative Pillar at Mile 27, Taita Taveta County, Kenya, on June 23, 2025.
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June 23, 2025
INS Teg on Operational Deployment to the South West IOR concludes visit to Port Louis, MauritiusINS Teg, a frontline stealth frigate of the Western Naval Command, concluded her port call at Port Louis, Mauritius on June 22, 2025.
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June 23, 2025
SCD Secures Over $40 Million Asia Contracts for Diverse Infrared Detectors in Multiple Armored Fighting Vehicle ApplicationsMulti-year order includes a broad portfolio of advanced MWIR and LWIR detectors for gunner and commander sites, and remote weapon stations
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June 22, 2025
Indian Navy Set to Commission the Latest Stealth Frigate Tamal in RussiaThe Indian Navy is all set to commission its latest stealth multi-role frigate on July 1, 2025 at Kaliningrad, Russia.
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June 21, 2025
Celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) at HQWAC, AFS Palam and AFS HindanThe 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' was celebrated on June 21, 2025 at Headquarters Western Air Command, Air Force Station Palam and Air Force Station Hindan.
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June 20, 2025
Operation Sindoor is proof that New India is assertive, resolute and will no longer be a victim of terrorism, it will respond with strength & strategy: Defence Minister“India's change in policy towards terrorism is a result of unmatched valour & dedication of our soldiers”
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June 20, 2025
DGR Hosts Job Fair exclusively for Armed Forces Officers in New DelhiMore than 500 officers participate in the Fair; Of the Total 41 registered companies, 25 Physically Offered 100 plus Job Vacancies
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June 20, 2025
Bombardier Defense Receives Firm Order for Two Global 6500 Aircraft from SaabBombardier Defense is proud to announce that longtime partner Saab has placed a firm order for two Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft.
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June 20, 2025
Steel Cutting of Fourth Fleet Support Ship for Indian Navy'Steel Cutting' ceremony of fourth of the five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) was held at Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) on June 19, 2025, in presence of Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff as the Chief Guest.
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June 20, 2025
Operationally Deployed INS Teg Arrives at Port Louis, MauritiusINS Teg, on her Operational Deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region, is visiting Port Louis, Mauritius from June 19-22, 2025.
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June 19, 2025
Embraer celebrates A-29 Super Tucano 600,000 flight hoursEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, celebrates today during the Paris Air Show another significant milestone in the history of the A-29 Super Tucano, selected by 22 air forces worldwide.
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June 19, 2025
Textron Aviation Defense and Thai Aviation Industries sign agreement to support Royal Thai Air ForceDuring the Paris Air Show, Textron Aviation Defense LLC., a Textron Inc. company, and Thai Aviation Industries Co., Ltd. signed a Memorandum of Agreement to work together on a sustainment program for the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF).
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June 18, 2025
INS Arnala Commissioned into Indian Navy in the presence of Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan at Naval Dockyard, VisakhapatnamFirst of Sixteen Indigenously Built Anti Submarine Shallow Water Craft Packed with State-of-the-Art ASW Weapons and Sensor Suite
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June 18, 2025
Lithuania has chosen Embraer's C-390 Millennium Transport Aircraft to strengthen its military readinessThe Ministry of National Defence of Lithuania has announced that the Embraer C-390 Millennium has been chosen as country's next-generation military transport aircraft.
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June 17, 2025
Chiefs' Chintan: Indian Army Strengthens Coordination with Former Chiefs of the Army StaffChiefs' Chintan, a structured two-day interaction, between the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, and former Chiefs of the Army Staff (CsOAS), at New Delhi commenced today.
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June 17, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Departs for India-France Joint Military Exercise ShaktiThe Indian Army contingent departed today to participate in 8th edition of the biennial India-French Joint Military Exercise Shakti. The exercise will be conducted at Camp Larzac, La Cavalerie, France from June 18, 2025 to July 1, 2025.
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June 17, 2025
Netherlands advances C-390 capabilities with innovative aeromedical system including options for allied nationsEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and the State of the Netherlands have signed a landmark contract today to deliver a cutting-edge Aeromedical Evacuation System for the Royal Netherlands Air Force's C-390 Millennium fleet.
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June 16, 2025
Newest Groundbreaking GA-ASI Autonomous Jet Demo Includes Successful Simulated Shoot-DownGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. completed a first-of-its-kind test involving multiple aircraft and advanced software on June 11 that included a successful simulated autonomous shoot-down.
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June 16, 2025
DRDO & IIT Delhi demonstrate Quantum Entanglement-Based Free-Space Quantum Secure Communication over more than 1 km distanceIndia has entered into a new quantum era by successfully demonstrating an experimental advancement through DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence (DIA-CoE), IIT Delhi.
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June 16, 2025
Portugal announces decision to acquire sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft and inclusion of ten new purchase optionsEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, announced today during the 55th edition of the Paris Air Show that the Portuguese State has decided to acquire a sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft.
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June 15, 2025
GA-ASI Announces New PELE Small UAS for International CustomersSmall, Uncrewed Launched Effect Delivers Multi-Mission Capability
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June 15, 2025
GA-ASI Adds Saab Airborne Early Warning Capability to MQ-9BNew Capability Will Transform Airborne Early Warning Access and Affordability for MQ-9B Customers
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June 14, 2025
With Review of Passing Out Parade at IMA Dehradun, Commander of Sri Lanka Army Reconnects with Alma MaterLt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, concluded a meaningful four-day official visit to India from June 11 to 14, 2025, reinforcing the longstanding and robust military ties between the two Armies.
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June 14, 2025
ICG, Navy & IAF Execute High-Risk Operation to Stabilise Fire-Hit Singaporean Vessel Off KochiIn a major development in the firefighting and salvage operation of Singaporean Vessel MV Wan Hai 503, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), along with the Indian Navy and Indian Air Force, successfully transferred the tow of the distressed container vessel to the ocean-going tug Offshore Warrior on June 13, 2025.
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June 14, 2025
Indian Navy Undertakes Daring Aerial Insertion of Salvage Team Onboard MV WAN HAI 503In the ongoing salvage operations of MV WAN Hai 503, which is under massive fire, the Indian Navy augmented the efforts with the aerial insertion of salvage team on June 13, 2025.
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June 13, 2025
Defence Secretary Attends Closing Ceremony of India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic ElephantThe 17th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant concluded today at Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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June 13, 2025
DMC to deliver custom rudders for 4 Dutch and Belgian Anti-Submarine Warfare FrigatesDamen Marine Components has received the order to design, engineer and produce eight rudders for the four Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates that Damen Naval is building for the Belgian and Dutch Navies.
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June 12, 2025
Defence Minister felicitates NCC team, comprising five girls & five boys, for scaling the world's highest peak - Mount EverestPresents a cheque of ₹10 lakh for the extraordinary feat
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June 12, 2025
Commander of Sri Lanka Army Visits South Western Command, Jaipur: Strengthening Bilateral Defence TiesAs part of his ongoing official visit to India from June 11 to 14 2025, Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, visited the Headquarters South Western Command in Jaipur on the second day of his tour.
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June 12, 2025
ICG Chairs 137th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) in New DelhiThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) chaired the 137th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) in New Delhi on June 12, 2025.
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June 11, 2025
Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army Arrives on a visit to IndiaLt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, has arrived on an official visit to India from June 11 to 14, 2025.
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June 11, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Interacts with NCC Mount Everest Expedition Team after their Successful SummitMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth interacted with the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Mount Everest Expedition team in New Delhi on June 11, 2025, after the team successfully scaled Mount Everest on May 18, 2025.
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June 11, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Reaches Mongolia for Multinational Military Exercise Khaan QuestThe Indian Army contingent reached Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia today for the Multinational Military Exercise Khaan Quest, which is scheduled to be conducted from June 14 to 28, 2025.
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June 10, 2025
Operation Sindoor is proof that Government has transformed India’s security apparatus by changing attitude towards national security issues: Defence Minister“India recognised as Mother of Democracy, while Pakistan as Father of Global Terrorism”
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June 10, 2025
FN's New Lightweight .50 Cal Weapon System Debuts at Paris Air ShowFN® – a world leader in fixed-wing and rotary platform weapon integrations – has developed a new lightweight variant of its widely-fielded .50 cal crew-served weapon system, which will debut at this year's Paris Air Show.
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June 10, 2025
Aeronautics Ltd. Secures Contracts in Excess of $50M for versions of the Orbiter 4 Unmanned Aerial SystemThese contracts highlight the demand for the Aeronautics cutting-edge, multi-mission tactical UAS
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June 9, 2025
Minister of State for Defence visits Shimla-based Army Training CommandLauds its role in transforming the Indian Army into a modern, technology driven, Aatmanirbhar and battle-ready force
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June 9, 2025
UK MOD Signs Protector Support Contract with GA-ASIThe United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence has signed a support and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) for logistics and maintenance of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system.
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June 9, 2025
SCD to Establish European-Based Maintenance and Support Center in Partnership with ASSEMBLIFY GmbHNew Hub to Provide Prompt Local Support and Accelerated Service for SCD's Expanding Infrared Detectors Base, Addressing Growing Defense Sector Demand Across Europe and Beyond
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June 8, 2025
DRDO transfers technologies of nine systems to 10 industriesIn line with the Government's vision to establish a robust defence industrial ecosystem with the participation of both public and private sectors, Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (VRDE), a DRDO laboratory located in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, has taken a major step forward by transferring technologies of nine systems to 10 industries.
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June 5, 2025
NCC Cadets Given Hero's Welcome After Historic Mount Everest SummitThe National Cadet Corps (NCC) Mount Everest Expedition Team was warmly received at DGNCC Camp, New Delhi on June 5, 2025 after successfully summiting the world's highest peak on May 18, 2025.
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June 5, 2025
UVision Unveils Game-Changing Aerial Launch Capability for Hero-120Modular airborne launch system allows flexible deployment from a wide range of utility and attack helicopters, expanding mission options for modern forces
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June 5, 2025
Northrop Grumman and Marshall Land Systems Collaborate for Cutting-Edge Command and Control SystemsNorthrop Grumman Corporation and Marshall Land Systems signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance command and control hardware solutions for the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence.
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June 5, 2025
Northrop Grumman Successfully Integrates Spacecraft for Next-Generation Space Robotic Servicing SystemNorthrop Grumman Corporation's SpaceLogistics LLC has integrated a robotics payload onto its Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) spacecraft bus...
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June 4, 2025
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems becomes TKMS – New brand, new claim and new colorsthyssenkrupp Marine Systems, one of the world's leading enterprises in the naval industry, is celebrating the start of a new phase in the company's development with the launch of a new brand.
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June 4, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy PM & Defence Minister in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Richard Marles in New Delhi on June 4, 2025.
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June 4, 2025
Tri-Services All-Women Sailing Expedition team returns home after completing two-month-long 1,800-nautical-mile voyage to SeychellesThe expedition marks first-ever international open-sea sailing mission by an all-women team from Indian Armed Forces
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June 3, 2025
Sanjay Seth Announces the Expansion of NCC by three lakh cadetsMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth inaugurated the Special Joint State Representatives and Additional/Deputy Directors General (JS R&A/D) Conference of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) in Bhopal on June 3, 2025.
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June 1, 2025
Lt General Dinesh Singh Rana takes over as Commander-in-Chief of Andaman & Nicobar CommandLt General Dinesh Singh Rana assumed charge as the 18th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (CINCAN) on June 1, 2025.
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June 1, 2025
Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann takes over as Senior Air Staff Officer, Western Air Command, Indian Air ForceAir Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann took over as Senior Air Staff Officer of Western Air Command, Indian Air Force on June 1, 2025. The Air Marshal is an alumni of the National Defence Academy and was commissioned as a fighter pilot in the IAF on 16 December 1989.
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June 1, 2025
Maiden Visit of EUNAVFOR Ships to IndiaESPS Reina Sofia, commanded by Cdr Salvador Moreno Regil, Spanish Navy and ITS Antonio Marceglia, commanded by Cdr Alberto Bartolomeo, Italian Navy, are in Mumbai from May 26 to June 1, 2025 for an operational turn around.
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May 31, 2025
Shailendra Nath Gupta takes charge as Director General Defence EstatesShailendra Nath Gupta assumed the office of Director General of Defence Estates on May 31, 2025. A 1990-batch Indian Defence Estates Service officer, Gupta has a distinguished career in Cantonments and Defence land management.
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May 31, 2025
Spring Term 2025 – Passing Out ParadeThe Passing Out Parade (POP) of Spring Term 2025 was conducted at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala on May 31, 2025.
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May 31, 2025
Indian Army Conducts Trials of Next-Gen Defence Technologies under Simulated Operational ConditionsThe Indian Army is currently undertaking extensive Capacity Development Demonstrations at key locations across the country, including the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges, Babina Field Firing Ranges, and Joshimath, with dedicated Air Defence equipment demonstrations also scheduled at Agra and Gopalpur.
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May 30, 2025
Keel Laying of Last Ship (By 530) of ASW SWC (CSL) ProjectKeel Laying of the eighth and last ship (BY 530), Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), which is being built at Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, was undertaken on May 29, 2025 in the presence of Vice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, CWP&A.
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May 30, 2025
First Centre Fuselage for LCA Tejas Mk 1A Handed Over to HALIn a significant boost to India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, the first centre fuselage assembly for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) by VEM Technologies in Hyderabad on May 30, 2025.
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March 30, 2024
Transformative milestone in NDA's nation-building legacy: First-ever batch of 17 Female Cadets pass out from NDA after completing 148th Course – Spring Term 2025National Defence Academy (NDA) witnessed a momentous occasion on May 30, 2025 as the first-ever batch of 17 Female Cadets was among the 336 cadets who passed out of the academy, marking the culmination of 148th Course – Spring Term 2025.
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May 30, 2025
Operation Sindoor is India's frontal assault against terrorism; If Pakistan resorts to anything evil, it will face Indian Navy's firepower: Defence Minister onboard INS Vikrant“Operation Sindoor is not yet over; It's just a pause”
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May 29, 2025
Rajnath Singh approves Miniratna status to three DPSUsMunitions India Limited (MIL), Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) & India Optel Limited (IOL) are now Miniratna Companies
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May 29, 2025
Nari Shakti played a crucial role in India's effective action against terrorism during Operation Sindoor: Defence MinisterRajnath Singh flags-in INSV Tarini as Lt Cdr Dilna K & Lt Cdr Roopa return home following a successful circumnavigation expedition 'Navika Sagar Parikrama II'
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May 29, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Departs for India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic ElephantThe Indian Army contingent departed today, for 17th edition of India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant.
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May 29, 2025
Make-in-India played a key role during Operation Sindoor; AMCA Execution Model to allow private sector to further bolster indigenous capabilities; Govt-Industry synergy can make India a developed nation by 2047: Defence Minister"Make-in-India is an essential component in our national security and it played a key role in India's effective action against terrorism during Operation Sindoor," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 27, 2025
DRDO inaugurates Quantum Technology Research Centre to further bolster indigenous quantum capabilities for strategic & defence applicationsDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) inaugurated the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) at Metcalfe House, Delhi on May 27, 2025.
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May 27, 2025
ICG-Led Response Mitigates Oil Spread After Liberian Container Vessel Sinking; 46 Containers Wash Ashore in KeralaThe Indian Coast Guard's (ICG) swift and coordinated response, supported by multiple agencies, slowed the spread of oil leaking from the sunken container vessel MSC ELSA 3 off the Alappuzha coast, Kerala.
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May 27, 2025
Navantia San Fernando celebrates the launch of the high-altitude patrol boat for the Royal Moroccan NavyConstruction number 565 of the shipyard touches the sea for the first time in an event presided over by high representatives of the Moroccan Navy and the president of Navantia, Ricardo Domínguez.
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May 27, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Defence Minister approves Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft Programme Execution Model through industry partnershipIn a significant push towards enhancing India's indigenous defence capabilities and fostering a robust domestic aerospace industrial ecosystem, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Programme Execution Model.
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May 27, 2025
Indian Navy to Welcome Navika Sagar Parikrama II Crew After Historic CircumnavigationThe Indian Navy is all set to welcome the triumphant crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama II on successful completion of circumnavigation of the Globe onboard Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Tarini.
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May 26, 2025
Defence Minister reviews performance of eight DPSUs in meeting with CMDs in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a review meeting with CMDs of eight Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) at South Block, New Delhi on May 26, 2025.
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May 25, 2025
CDS visits Northern & Western Commands HQs; Conducts strategic review & operational assessment post-Operation SindoorChief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited Indian Army's Northern Command at Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir and Western Command at Chandimandir Military Station, Haryana on May 25, 2025.
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May 25, 2025
ICG along with Indian Navy Rescues all 24 Crew members as Liberian container Vessel with Hazardous Cargo Sinks off KeralaA Liberian container vessel MSC ELSA 3 (IMO NO. 9123221) sank off the Kochi coast at around 0750 hrs today on May 25, 2025, due to flooding.
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May 24, 2025
ICG and Haldia Dock Complex Conduct Marine Pollution Response Workshop to Strengthen Oil Spill ReadinessIndian Coast Guard (ICG), in collaboration with the Haldia Dock Complex (HDC), hosted a two-day Marine Pollution Response Seminar and Workshop from May 21–22, 2025.
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May 23, 2025
47th Flight Test Course Officers Graduate with Flying Colours
On 23 May 25, the prestigious 47th Flight Test Course of the Indian Air Force Test Pilot School concluded with a ceremonial Valedictory function, “Suranjan Das Dinner”, at Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE), Bengaluru.
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May 21, 2025
Traditionally Built 'Ancient Stitched Ship' inducted into the Indian Navy as INSV Kaundinya
The Indian Navy formally inducted and named the Ancient Stitched ship as INSV Kaundinya today at a ceremonial event held at Naval Base, Karwar.
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May 20, 2025
8th Meeting of the India–US Joint Working Group on Aircraft Carrier Technology Cooperation
The 8th meeting of the India-US Joint Working Group on Aircraft Carrier Technology Cooperation (JWGACTC), constituted under the auspices of the India–US Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI), was organised in India from May 13 to 16, 2025.
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May 19, 2025
GA-ASI Moves Into Ground Testing of New YFQ-42A CCA
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is pleased to move into the ground testing phase of development on the YFQ-42A production-representative test vehicle for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program in preparation for its planned first flight later this summer.
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May 19, 2025
GA Integrates Software for USMC Common Intelligence Picture WTI Course
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has successfully integrated the advanced Optix software—developed by General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-i3)—into the US Marine Corps (USMC) Common Intelligence Picture (CIP) for a multi-service Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course.
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May 19, 2025
Embraer spotlights multi-mission KC-390 Millennium at DSEI Japan 2025
The KC-390 flies faster, further, and carries more payload than any other aircraft in its class
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May 16, 2025
India's fight against terrorism is now part of national defence doctrine, we will root out this hybrid & proxy warfare: Defence Minister at Bhuj Air Force Station
“India's fight against terrorism is not just a matter of security, it has now become a part of the national defence doctrine, and we will root out this hybrid & proxy warfare,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the air warriors at the Bhuj Air Force Station in Gujarat on May 16, 2025.
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May 15, 2025
Embraer to showcase multi-mission medium transport KC-390 Millennium at LIMA 2025Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, will display its KC-390 Millennium, the most advanced multi-mission tactical airlift in its class, at the 17th edition of Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) from 20 to 24 May 2025.
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May 14, 2025
Orbit Unveils Advanced Audio Management System with Integrated Wave Relay® MANET Technology – Bringing Joint All-Domain Command and Control to the Tactical EdgeBy Integrating Persistent Systems' Wave Relay® MANET Technology the new system delivers scalable, secure, and real-time communications across airborne and ground forces, for mission-critical coordination and situational awareness
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May 13, 2025
Navantia and Leonardo sign MoU for jointly market naval solutionsNavantia and Leonardo have joined forces through a collaboration agreement to market naval solutions in the Defence area. The announcement was made during the International Defence Fair FEINDEF held in Madrid from 12 to 14 of May.
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May 12, 2025
Embraer successfully concludes KC-390 Millennium demo tour in the US with static display at Joint Base AndrewsEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, is concluding a US demonstration tour of the multi-mission medium airlift and tanker KC-390 Millennium with a static display at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
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May 11, 2025
Operation Sindoor not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social & strategic willpower: Defence Minister“Operation Sindoor was not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social and strategic willpower,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 10, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participates in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Moscow, RussiaMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Russia from May 8 to 9, 2025.
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May 9, 2025
Second Edition of Tri-Services Future Warfare Course Concludes at Manekshaw Centre, New DelhiThe second edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course (FWC-02), an initiative to prepare India's Armed Forces for next-generation warfare, concluded at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 9, 2025.
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May 8, 2025
Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment, says Defence Minister at National Quality Conclave 2025“Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the National Quality Conclave in New Delhi on May 8, 2025.
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May 8, 2025
Delivery of 'Arnala'- First Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft to the Indian Navy'Arnala', the first of the eight ASW SWCs (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft), indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, was delivered to the Indian Navy on May 8, 2025 at L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli.
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May 8, 2025
INS Sunayna (IOS SAGAR) Returns to Kochi on Successful Completion of Month Long DeploymentIndian Navy's maiden initiative of Indian Ocean Ship Sagar, jointly crewed by personnel from nine IOR Navies, concluded its month long deployment in SW IOR region and returned to Kochi on May 8, 2025.
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May 7, 2025
Through Operation Sindoor, India used its 'Right to Respond' to the attack on its soil: Defence Minister“Through Operation Sindoor, India has used its 'Right to Respond' to the attack on its soil, and the Armed Forces scripted history by acting with precision, precaution & compassion to destroy the camps used to train terrorists in Pakistan and PoK,”
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May 7, 2025
International Maritime Defence Exhibition (IMDEX) – 2025Indian Naval Ship INS Kiltan arrived in Singapore to participate in IMDEX Asia 2025 at the Changi Exhibition Centre.
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May 6, 2025
Northrop Grumman Navigation Technology Completes Hypersonic Test FlightsNorthrop Grumman Corporation successfully completed two test flights of its Advanced Hypersonic Technology Inertial Measurement Unit at hypersonic speed, leveraging Stratolaunch's reusable hypersonic airplane, Talon-A.
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May 5, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Minister of Defense of Japan Gen Nakatani at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 5, 2025.
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May 5, 2025
Embraer highlights the KC-390 Millennium multi-mission capabilities at SOF Week in the USThe Special Operations Forces Week (SOF Week) annual conference, that takes place from May 05-07 in Tampa, Florida, is the third stop of the KC-390 Millennium demo tour in the United States.
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May 5, 2025
Northrop Grumman to Develop Additional Relay Ground Stations to Support US Space Force's Next-Generation OPIR ProgramNorthrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a multiple-award indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract by the US Space Force (USSF) to provide advanced relay ground stations in the US and UK to support the Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next-Gen OPIR) program.
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May 3, 2025
DRDO conducts maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship PlatformDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully carried out maiden flight-trials of Stratospheric Airship Platform from Sheopur Trial site in Madhya Pradesh on May 3, 2025.
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May 2, 2025
IOS SAGAR in Port Victoria, SeychellesIndian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles on May 1, 2025, marking another important milestone in her ongoing operational deployment across the South-West Indian Ocean Region.
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May 2, 2025
Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari takes over as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air ForceAir Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari PVSM AVSM VM took charge as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, IAF on May 2, 2025.
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May 1, 2025
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes the appointment of CISCAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed the appointment of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) at Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff in New Delhi on May 1, 2025. He succeeds Lt General J.P. Mathew who superannuated on April 30, 2025.
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May 1, 2025
Lt General Pratik Sharma takes over Command of Indian Army's Northern CommandLt General Pratik Sharma assumed the appointment of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command today.
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May 1, 2025
Major General Lisamma P.V. assumes the appointment of ADG, MNSMajor General Lisamma P.V. assumed the appointment of Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service (MNS) in New Delhi on May 1, 2025. She succeeds Major General Sheena P.D. who superannuated on April 30, 2025 after serving for four decades.
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May 1, 2025
Air Marshal S.P. Dharkar retires as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air ForceAir Marshal S.P. Dharkar retired as Vice Chief of the Air Staff on April 30, 2025, on superannuation from the Indian Air Force (IAF), after completion of 40 years of illustrious service to the nation.
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May 1, 2025
GA-ASI's MQ-1C Gray Eagle® ER Featured at US Army's PC-C5General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) supported the US Army's Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5), which ran throughout March and featured an MQ-1C Gray Eagle® Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
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May 1, 2025
GA-ASI Statement on USAF CCA Program UpdatesThe CCA program represents a groundbreaking new era in combat aviation, and we remain on schedule to test and fly YFQ-42 in the coming months.
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April 30, 2025
Lt General J.P. Mathew relinquishes the appointment of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff upon his superannuationLt General J.P. Mathew relinquished the appointment of the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) on April 30, 2025 upon the culmination of nearly four decades in service. On the day of his superannuation, he laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi and paid homage to the fallen heroes.
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April 30, 2025
INS Kochi Arrives at Male, Maldives for Handing Over MNDF CGS HuraveeIndian Navy's frontline Guided Missile Destroyer, INS Kochi, arrived at Male, Maldives, on April 28, 2025 with Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF) CGS Huravee, which underwent Normal Refit at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai from December 2024 till April 2025.
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April 30, 2025
Northrop Grumman's IVEWS Completes F-16 Electronic Warfare Operational AssessmentNorthrop Grumman Corporation's IVEWS (Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite) has successfully completed Operational Assessment flight testing on U.S. Air Force F-16 aircraft, demonstrating its effectiveness against advanced radar-guided threats.
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April 29, 2025
Embraer showcases the KC-390 Millennium tanker at ARSAGEmbraer Defense & Security is attending the 47th edition of ARSAG (Aerial Refueling Systems Advisory Group) conference, which takes place from April 29 to May 1 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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April 29, 2025
IOS SAGAR Concludes Port Call at Port Louis, MauritiusReinforcing the enduring bond between India and Mauritius, IOS SAGAR made a significant and engaging port call at Port Louis, Mauritius, from April 26 to 28, 2025, as part of its operational deployment in the Indian Ocean.
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April 29, 2025
GA-ASI Delivers MQ-9A Block 5 Extended Range UAS to USMCGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) delivered an MQ-9A Reaper® Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to the US Marine Corps (USMC).
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April 28, 2025
Inter-Governmental Agreement inked with France for 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft for Indian NavyThe Governments of India and France have signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale Aircraft (22 Single-Seater and four Twin-Seater) for the Indian Navy.
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April 27, 2025
Closing Ceremony: India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Bilateral Exercise (DUSTLIK-VI 2025)India-Uzbekistan Joint Exercise DUSTLIK-VI 2025 culminated with a 48 hour exercise on April 27, 2025 at Southern Command Foreign Training & Military Civil Fusion Training Node, Aundh, Pune.
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April 27, 2025
IOS SAGAR in Port Louis, MauritiusIOS SAGAR arrived at Port Louis Harbour, Mauritius on April 26, 2025 on completion of Phase I of Joint EEZ surveillance with National Coast Guard (NCG) Mauritius as part of deployment to the South Western Indian Ocean.
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April 26, 2025
Indian Army's Pioneering Initiative: Advanced 3D Microscope introduced for the first time in Army Hospital (R&R) for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma SurgeryIn a first and a unique milestone for the Armed Forces, the Department of Ophthalmology in Army Hospital (Research and Referral), New Delhi has performed the minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using 3D Microscope.
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April 25, 2025
DRDO achieves significant milestone in Scramjet Engine DevelopmentConducts Active Cooled Scramjet Subscale Combustor ground testing for over 1,000 seconds
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April 25, 2025
Keel Laying of Fourth Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel Yard (3040)Keel laying ceremony for Yard 3040, the fourth (ex-GRSE) Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was held at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE) in Kolkata, on April 24, 2025.
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April 24, 2025
Northrop Grumman Begins Integration and Testing of NASA's Habitation and Logistics OutpostNorthrop Grumman Corporation and NASA marked a key milestone, enabling integration and testing to begin on the Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) module for Gateway: humanity's first space station in deep space and an integral part of the Artemis campaign.
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April 23, 2025
Those behind the cowardly terror attack in Pahalgam will soon get a befitting reply, Govt will take all necessary steps: Defence MinisterEvery Indian is united, we can never be intimidated by such terror activities
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April 22, 2025
Over 5,000 runners take part in maiden soldierathon at Army Hospital (R&R) in a fitting tribute to brave soldiersOver 5,000 runners came together at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi on April 20, 2025 for the first edition of soldierathon 'Run for Soldiers and Run with Soldiers' - a fitting tribute to the brave heroes of the Armed Forces.
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April 21, 2025
Soldiers must excel in combat skills while being proficient in mental stability & spirituality to tackle complex challenges: Defence MinisterMoD inks MoU for better mental health of ECHS beneficiaries
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April 20, 2025
Indian Air Force Participates in Multinational Exercise Desert Flag-10 in UAEA contingent of the Indian Air Force reached Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates to participate in Exercise Desert Flag-10, a premier multinational air combat exercise.
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April 18, 2025
INS Sunayna (IOS Sagar) Arrives in Mozambique Under Sagar Mission to Strengthen Maritime TiesINS Sunayna, currently on deployment to Africa as Indian Ocean Ship IOS SAGAR arrived at Nacala Port, Mozambique on April 17, 2025.
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April 17, 2025
India to emerge as a developed nation and number one military power in the world: Defence MinisterDefence Minister Rajnath Singh laid out a compelling vision for a self-reliant and future-ready India at a Defence Conclave in New Delhi today on April 17, 2025.
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April 17, 2025
Fugro and Damen partner to support the Royal Netherlands Navy with marine security and surveillance vesselFugro and Damen have teamed up to provide the Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) with a surveillance vessel and operating crew.
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April 16, 2025
Five Armed Forces personnel get MacGregor Memorial Medal Award for outstanding contributions in military reconnaissance, exploration & adventureChief of Defence Staff graces the ceremony at USI, New Delhi
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April 16, 2025
Commemoration of Birth Anniversary Celebrations of the Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh Padma Vibhushan, DFCOn 15 April 2025, to commemorate the 106th Birth Anniversary of the Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh Padma Vibhushan, DFC, a bust was unveiled at Astha, Senior Citizen Home, Tughlakabad, Delhi by Air Mshl Vijay Kumar Garg, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command and Air Mshl Jagjeet Singh (Retd) Senior Vice President Air Force Association.
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April 15, 2025
Defence Secretary calls on Italian Defence Minister in Rome to further enhance bilateral defence cooperationINSV Tarini was ceremonially flagged off from the Royal Cape Yacht Club for the final leg of her journey to Goa on April 15, 2025, at 1030 hours local time (1400 hrs IST).
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April 15, 2025
INSV Tarini Flagged Off from Cape Town for the Final Leg of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II ExpeditionINSV Tarini was ceremonially flagged off from the Royal Cape Yacht Club for the final leg of her journey to Goa on April 15, 2025, at 1030 hours local time (1400 hrs IST).
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April 15, 2025
Damen Naval selects Van Halteren Technologies for Key ASWF SystemsDamen Naval has awarded Van Halteren Technologies two contracts for the Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate (ASWF) programme: the delivery of Replenishment at Sea (RAS) systems and Helicopter Transfer Systems (HTS).
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April 14, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth calls on Tanzanian Vice-President Philip Isdor Mpango and Minister of Defence & National Service Dr Stergomena Lawrence Tax in Dar es SalaamMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth called on Vice-President of Tanzania Philip Isdor Mpango and Minister of Defence & National Service Dr Stergomena Lawrence Tax in Dar es Salaam on April 14, 2025.
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April 11, 2025
DRDO conducts successful Release Trials of Long-Range Glide Bomb 'Gaurav' from Su-30 MKI aircraftDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the Release Trials of Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) 'Gaurav' between April 8-10, 2025 from the Su-30 MKI aircraft.
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April 11, 2025
Culmination of first Edition of Naval Commanders' Conference 2025The first edition of the biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2025 concluded today in New Delhi.
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April 11, 2025
Keel Laying of Third Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (Yard 3039)Keel Laying ceremony of Yard 3039, the third Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (ex-GRSE) was held at GRSE Ltd, Kolkata on April 11, 2025 with Sugata Ghosh Dastidar, IDAS, Financial Advisor (Defence Services) as the Chief Guest.
