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December 5, 2025
DRDO hands over seven technologies developed under Technology Development Fund scheme to the Armed ForcesApproves 12 new projects spanning across strategic, aerospace, naval & electronic warfare technologies
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December 4, 2025
India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise Garuda Shakti Commences in Himachal PradeshThe 10th edition of the India–Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise Garuda Shakti has commenced at the Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh.
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December 4, 2025
Defence Minister and his Russian counterpart co-chair 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation Meeting in New DelhiBoth sides reiterate that India-Russia ties are based on a deep sense of trust, common principles & mutual respect
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December 4, 2025
Lockheed Martin Celebrates Delivery of the 250th C-130 Empennage AssemblyLockheed Martin marked the delivery of the 250th C 130J Super Hercules tail component manufactured by Tata Lockheed Martin Aerostructures Limited (TLMAL), a major milestone in the long standing aerospace partnership between India and the United States.
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December 1, 2025
Air Marshal Tejbir Singh takes over as Director General (Inspection & Safety)Air Marshal Tejbir Singh assumed the appointment of Director General (Inspection and Safety) [DG (I&S)] at Air HQ on December 1, 2025.
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December 1, 2025
DRDO organises Industry Outreach Programme in New DelhiIn line with the Government's vision of achieving Atmanirbharta and Viksit Bharat, DRDO conducted an Industry Outreach Programme at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on December 1, 2025.
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November 30, 2025
Defence Minister visits Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment, a DRDO lab in KanpurDefence Minister Rajnath Singh visited the Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), a Kanpur-based laboratory of DRDO, on November 30, 2025.
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November 30, 2025
Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, Assumes Charge as Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition (CWP&A)Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, AVSM, NM assumed charge as the Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition on November 28, 2025.
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November 27, 2025
Defence Minister & his Indonesian counterpart co-chair 3rd India-Indonesia Defence Ministers' Dialogue in New Delhi; Agree to further deepen defence tiesIndia and Indonesia reiterate the importance of a free, open, peaceful & prosperous Indo-Pacific, guided by international law & respect for sovereignty
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November 26, 2025
Uvision acquires SpearUAV, Strengthening its Position as a Global Leader in Advanced Loitering Weapon SystemsThe acquisition expands Uvision's capabilities across tactical and operational levels, offering a unified, multi-layered approach to smart loitering weapon systems - from platoon to division and brigade levels.
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November 24, 2025
13th India-Oman Joint Military Cooperation Committee meeting held in New DelhiDefence Secretary & Secretary General, Ministry of Defence, Oman emphasise on joint development, technology sharing & expanded production partnerships
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November 24, 2025
Atmanirbhar Bharat: BEL and Safran Electronics & Defence ink Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement for production of HAMMER Smart Precision Guided Air-to-Ground Weapon in IndiaIn a major impetus to Make-in-India and Atmanirbhar Bharat as envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics...
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November 22, 2025
Defence Secretary Leads NCC's 78th Raising Day Commemoration at National War MemorialThe National Cadet Corps (NCC) is set to celebrate its 78th Raising Day on November 23, 2025, with commemorative events planned across the country.
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November 21, 2025
Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff conducts Joint Electromagnetic Board Meeting 2025The Annual Meeting of Joint Electro Magnetic Board (JEMB), a Sub Committee of Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) was held under the Chairmanship of Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Operations) Air Marshal Rakesh Sinha on November 20, 2025 in New Delhi.
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November 20, 2025
DRDO and DGA, France ink Technical Agreement to deepen collaboration in defence R&DA Technical Agreement has been signed between Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), France to deepen collaboration in defence research and development.
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November 19, 2025
Institute of Aerospace Medicine to Host the 64th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM)Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) is organising its 64th annual conference at the Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM), Bengaluru on 20-21 November 2025.
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November 18, 2025
Minister of State for Defence chairs Industry Roundtable on Day-2 of his Dubai visitEncourages global and Indian firms to explore joint ventures & emerging opportunities for collaborations in India
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November 18, 2025
India-Germany High Defence Committee meeting held in New DelhiDefence Secretary & State Secretary, German Ministry of Defence emphasise on the need for a closer defence partnership and industry collaboration
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November 18, 2025
National Seminar on “Advancing Defence Excellence through Quality Assurance” held at DRDO BhawanSecretary (DP) Stresses Need for Strengthened Industry- Quality Assurance Collaboration to Accelerate Delivery of Quality Defence Stores
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August 17, 2024
Defence Secretary Visits Forward Locations in Central SectorThe Defence Secretary, Rajesh Kumar Singh, undertook a comprehensive visit to forward locations in the Central Sector from November 15 to 17, 2025.
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November 17, 2025
Second S-80 class submarine hits the water and prepares for testing phaseThe S-82 “Narciso Monturiol” submarine, the second of the S-80 class, is now afloat in Navantia's shipyard in Cartagena as it prepares for the final stages of its construction and commissioning, including harbour and sea trials.
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November 15, 2025
Exercise Garuda 25: Indian Air Force Participates in 8th Edition of Bilateral Air Exercise with French Air and Space ForceThe Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in the 8th edition of the bilateral air exercise 'Garuda 25' with the French Air and Space Force (FASF) at Mont-de-Marsan, France, from November 16 to 27, 2025.
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November 14, 2025
Minister of State for Defence & Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Electronics & IT jointly inaugurate DDP Pavilion at the 44th India International Trade FairMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth and Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Electronics & IT, Jitin Prasada, jointly inaugurated the dedicated...
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November 14, 2025
DRDO develops new generation Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for mine countermeasure missionsA new generation of Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (MP-AUVs) have been successfully developed by the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for mine countermeasure missions.
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November 14, 2025
KC-390 Millennium and Gripen E successfully complete refueling certification flightsEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and Saab, in cooperation with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB), have successfully completed the certification flight test campaign for in-flight refuelling of the Gripen E fighter by the KC-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft.
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November 14, 2025
Culmination of Tri-Services Exercise 2025 (TSE-2025) 'Trishul'Tri-Services Exercise (TSE-2025) 'Trishul' was conducted by the Indian Navy as the lead service jointly with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, in early November 2025.
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November 14, 2025
Navantia and Thales Partner to Modernise the Royal Thai Navy FleetThree Thales Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems will be supplied for the modernisation of two Pattani-class Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) and the upgrade of the HTMS Chang Landing Platform Dock (LPD), to be carried out by Navantia.
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November 12, 2025
Fleet Solid Support programme achieves critical design review milestoneThe Fleet Solid Support (FSS) programme has achieved a pivotal milestone with the successful completion of the Critical Design Review (CDR), marking the transition from design to manufacturing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary's next-generation support ships.
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November 12, 2025
Modern capabilities driven by disruptive tech, deeper collaboration with start-ups & innovators key for self-reliance in defence, says Secretary (Defence Production)Secretary (Defence Production) Sanjeev Kumar has called for deeper collaboration with start-ups & innovators to strengthen the technological backbone of the country and achieve the goal of Atmanirbharta in defence.
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November 12, 2025
Chief of the Naval Staff Visit to the United StatesAdmiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, has proceeded on an official visit to the United States from November 12 to 17, 2025. The visit aims to further strengthen the robust and enduring maritime partnership between the Indian Navy and the United States Navy, a key pillar of the India–US Defence Partnership.
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November 11, 2025
Operation Sindoor is a compelling example of modern warfare; Precision strike capabilities, network-centric ops, digitised intelligence & multi-domain tactics were effectively deployed within a compressed time-frame: CDS“Technological superiority has become a decisive factor in determining success on the battlefield”
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November 9, 2025
Indian Air Force's thrilling flying display dazzles GuwahatiContinuing with its 93rd Anniversary celebrations, the Indian Air Force (IAF) showcased a spectacular flying display on November 9, 2025, over the majestic Brahmaputra River at Guwahati.
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November 6, 2025
Northrop Grumman Announces CFO TransitionNorthrop Grumman Corporation announces that its board of directors has elected John Greene corporate vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), effective Jan. 7, 2026.
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November 4, 2025
17th India-Israel Joint Working Group meeting on defence cooperation held in Tel AvivMoU inked to enable sharing of advanced tech and promote co-development & co-production
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November 2, 2025
Indian Navy to Conduct Tri-Services Exercise with Indian Army and Indian Air ForceTri-Services Exercise (TSE-2025) “Trishul”, being conducted by the Indian Navy as the lead service jointly with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, will commence in early November 2025.
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November 1, 2025
Vishvajit Sahay takes charge as Controller General of Defence AccountsBringing over three decades of experience in defence finance and public administration, Vishvajit Sahay, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), assumed charge as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) on November 1, 2025.
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November 1, 2025
Raj Kumar Arora takes over as Financial Advisor (Defence Services)Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), assumed the charge of Financial Advisor (Defence Services) [FADS] on November 1, 2025.
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November 1, 2025
Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh Assumes Charge as the Chief of Personnel of the Indian NavyVice Admiral Gurcharan Singh, AVSM, NM assumed charge as the Chief of Personnel of the Indian Navy, on November 1, 2025. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (Khadakwasla), he was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1990.An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (Khadakwasla), he was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1990.
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November 1, 2025
Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar, assumes charge as the Chief of MaterielVice Admiral B. Sivakumar, AVSM, VSM has assumed charge as the 40th Chief of Materiel on November 1, 2025. He is an alumnus of 70th Course, NDA and was commissioned as an Electrical Officer into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1987.
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October 31, 2025
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena takes over as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval CommandVice Admiral Sameer Saxena, AVSM, NM assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command on October 31, 2025. He succeeds Vice Admiral V. Srinivas PVSM, AVSM, NM who superannuated after an illustrious career close to four decades in the Indian Navy.
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October 29, 2025
President of India Takes a Sortie in a Rafale Aircraft at AmbalaThe first flight on the potent Rafale aircraft has instilled in me a renewed sense of pride in the nation's defence capabilities: President Droupadi Murmu
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October 29, 2025
IRIGC-M&MTC: 5th Meeting of Working Group on Military Cooperation held in New DelhiThe 5th Meeting of the Working Group on Military Cooperation of India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) took place in Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on October 28-29, 2025.
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October 29, 2025
DRDO hands over 12 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology for eight products to the industry during SAMANVAY 2025DRDO handed over 12 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LATOTs) for eight products to the industry partners during the inaugural session...
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October 27, 2025
Indian Army Commemorates Infantry Day – 79th Shaurya DiwasThe Indian Army today commemorated Infantry Day, also known as Shaurya Diwas, with a solemn Wreath Laying Ceremony at the National War Memorial, New Delhi, paying tribute to the valour, sacrifice and indomitable spirit of the Infantry.
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October 27, 2025
Effective use of Made-in-India equipment during Operation Sindoor bolstered India's reputation both regionally & internationally: Defence MinisterRajnath Singh urges domestic industry to focus on production of individual subsystems & components and dominating supply & maintenance chains
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October 24, 2025
Defence Minister reviews security situation & Indian Army's operational preparedness during Army Commanders' Conference in Jaisalmer; Visits forward areas of Tanot & LaungewalaOperation Sindoor is an embodiment of India's military prowess & national character, a demonstration that our soldiers' strength lies not only in weapons, but also in ethical discipline & strategic clarity: Rajnath Singh
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October 23, 2025
DAC clears proposals, worth about ₹79,000 crore, to enhance the capability of the Armed ForcesThe Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved various proposals of the Services amounting to a total of about ₹79,000 crore, during a meeting in South Block, New Delhi on October 23, 2025.
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October 23, 2025
Defence Minister releases Defence Procurement Manual 2025“The new manual will simplify procedures, bring uniformity in functioning and will help in providing goods & services required by Armed Forces for operational preparedness”
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October 18, 2025
Atmanirbhar Bharat: Defence Minister and UP Chief Minister flag-off first batch of BrahMos missiles manufactured at BrahMos Integration & Testing Facility Centre under UP Defence Corridor in LucknowEvery inch of Pakistan’s territory is now within the reach of BrahMos: Rajnath Singh
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October 17, 2025
DRDO organises Curtain Raiser for Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) at DRDL HyderabadDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) organised a Curtain Raiser for the upcoming Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) at Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, on October 17, 2025.
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October 17, 2025
Embraer and Mahindra Group Forge Strategic Alliance to Introduce the C-390 Millennium to IndiaIn a bold step towards India's Atmanirbhar Bharat[1] vision, Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra Group, have signed a landmark Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) to advance the C-390 Millennium solution for the Indian Air Force's Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme.
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October 17, 2025
Embraer inaugurates India office in New DelhiEmbraer, a leading aerospace company, today inaugurated its new India office of its fully-owned Indian subsidiary at WorldMark 4, Aerocity, New Delhi.
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October 17, 2025
Indian Army signs MoU with JCBL Group (ADSL) for Establishing 'New Generation Vehicle Repair Hub & Warehouse' at LehThe Fire & Fury Corps of the Indian Army on 16 Oct 25 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbornics Defence & Space Pvt Ltd (ADSL), part of JCBL Group, for establishing a New Generation Vehicle (NGV) Repair Hub and Warehouse inside 14 Corps Zonal Workshop, Leh.
