Defence News

Air Red Siren sound in India: What should you do? Step-by-step guide for tomorrow's mock drill

Here's a step-by-step guide on what to do if you hear an air raid siren in India, including instructions for tomorrow's mock drill.

May 6, 2025

No Live, No Sources: Govt warns media to report responsibly on defence ops

The Government of India has issued a strict advisory directing all media and digital platforms to refrain from live coverage of defence operations to safeguard national security.

Apr 26, 2025

Army Chief arrives in Srinagar amid incidents of gunfire exchange at LoC

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi reached Kashmir Friday to take stock of the ground situation and also review the security preparedness, in the aftermath of the ghastly Pahalgam terror attack.

Apr 25, 2025

Indian Army leads nation-building drive to empower remote border villages with 4G, 5G connectivity

Ladakh: Indian Army leads nation-building drive to empower remote border villages with 4G, 5G mobile connectivity

In a groundbreaking move to bridge the digital divide and empower remote border communities, the Indian Army has enabled seamless 4G and 5G mobile connectivity across high-altitude regions of Ladakh, including forward locations in Eastern and Western Ladakh, as well as the Siachen Glacier.

Apr 19, 2025

Need for synergy among armed forces amid evolving nature of warfare: COAS Gen Dwivedi

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has highlighted the evolving nature of warfare, the strategic challenges facing India and the need for jointness and synergy among the armed forces.

Mar 27, 2025

'Indigenous defence': Govt greenlights Rs 54,000 crore purchases of India-made military hardware

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Thursday approved eight proposals worth over Rs 54,000 crore that include the purchase of more powerful engines for the Army's T-90 tanks, anti-submarine torpedoes for the Navy, and Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) Aircraft Systems for the Air Force.

Mar 20, 2025

PoK will join India soon; delimitation, ONOE welcome moves: Rajnath Singh

Predicting Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's (PoK) assimilation into India in the near future, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday batted strongly for healthy relations with neighbours like Bangladesh and reflected upon the gains from one nation, one poll and delimitation.

Mar 9, 2025

Indian Navy hails women officers for historic voyage on International Women's Day

The Indian Navy on Saturday lauded two women officers from the Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition for their remarkable courage in sailing through the challenging waters of the South Atlantic Ocean, marking a significant milestone in women's empowerment within the armed forces.

Mar 8, 2025

Jaguar fighter aircraft crashes in Haryana, pilot ejects safely

A Jaguar fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Haryana on Friday but the pilot managed to eject safely, officials said.

Mar 7, 2025

DRDO conducts high-altitude trials of indigenous ILSS for LCA Tejas

DRDO triumphs in high-altitude ILSS trials for LCA Tejas

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted high-altitude trials of the indigenous Integrated Life Support System (ILSS) for LCA Tejas. The ILSS, an On-Board Oxygen Generating System (OBOGS), eliminates the dependence on traditional liquid oxygen cylinder-based systems.

Mar 5, 2025

'Tarang Shakti' Exercise aimed at enhancing operational coordination among friendly countries: Rajnath Singh

Break silos, collaborate with each other: Defence Minister Singh tells security researchers

Describing internal and external security as two sides of the same coin, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called upon security research institutions to break down silos and work collaboratively to ensure a strong, secure, and self-reliant India.

Mar 4, 2025

Rajnath Singh discusses defence ties with Princess Astrid of Belgium

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh discussed the possibility of defence engagements in the Indo-Pacific with Princess Astrid of Belgium and Defence Minister Theo Francken on Monday.

Mar 3, 2025

Indian Army chief in France: Envoy greets Gen Dwivedi ahead of military talks

Envoy greets Indian Army chief Gen Dwivedi ahead of military talks in France

Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi received a warm welcome from India's Ambassador Sanjeev Singla in Paris ahead of the former's interaction with his French counterpart over bilateral Defence cooperation and global security challenges, an official said here on Monday.

Feb 24, 2025

Massive crowd at Aero India 2025 cause 2-km traffic congestion in Bengaluru

Massive crowd at Aero India 2025 cause 2-km traffic congestion around YAF Station in Bengaluru

Massive crowds thronged the 'Aero India 2025' event on Friday, the last day of the 15th edition of the country's prestigious aerospace exhibition, resulting in traffic jams around the Yelahanka Air Force Station and forcing vehicles to move at a snail's pace.

Feb 14, 2025

India unveils first indigenous VHS radar for stealth aircraft detection at Aero India 2025

India's first indegenous VHF radar can detect fifth-and sixth-generation stealth aircraft

India's DRDO has unveiled the country's first indigenous VHF radar, capable of detecting fifth-and sixth-generation stealth aircraft. The radar, showcased at Aero India 2025 Bengaluru, can operate in high-clutter environments and has a detection range of up to 400 kilometres.

Feb 12, 2025

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