Defence News

DAC nod to Anti-Tank Mines, radar, torpedoes worth Rs 84,560 cr for armed forces

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Friday approved the proposal for procurement of new generation Air Defence Tactical Control Radar (ADTCR) and heavyweight Torpedoes for the armed forces.

Feb 16, 2024

In a first, SSB appointed three women handlers for dog squads

In a first, the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has appointed three women to handle its dog squads.

Feb 4, 2024

Vice Admiral Sivakumar assumes charge as Controller Warship Production and Acquisition

Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar, AVSM, VSM on Monday assumed charge as Controller Warship Production and Acquisition.

Jan 1, 2024

Stealth guided missile destroyer INS Imphal commissioned into Indian Navy

INS Imphal, a stealth guided missile destroyer, was commissioned into Indian Navy on Tuesday. The ship is equipped to fight under nuclear, biological and chemical warfare conditions, the ministry of defence (MoD) said.

Dec 26, 2023

Week long truce ends: Israel resumes combat operations, alleges Hamas violated terms

The Hamas controlled Government Media office blamed the US and international community for the end of truce, says 32 people have been killed by Israeli airstrikes on Friday.

Dec 1, 2023

Israel-Hamas war intensifies, total communication blackout in Gaza. Is the war likely to spread to peripheral nations of Syria, Lebanon?

It's not only Lebanon and Syria that have been peripherally caught up in the fighting, Egypt too has been exposed to the risks of the war

Oct 28, 2023

Israel-Hamas war Day 7: Charter flight with 212 Indians reaches Delhi, Israel drops 6,000 bombs, death toll surges to 2,500 [updates]

U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken reached Israel and vowed support to the country, while Jordan's King Abdullah and Palestinian President called for the need to prevent deterioration in Gaza

Oct 13, 2023

Israel-Hamas Conflict Day 6: Corridors out of Gaza? Egypt says No; Malaysia releases funds for Gaza, slams Israel as world stands divided [details]

As the divisive opinions and conversation on the conflict in Middle East grows around the world, several rallies were held in support of Palestinians in the US, Ireland, South Africa, Chile and the Philippines

Oct 12, 2023

Dassault Aviation CEO arriving in Delhi to negotiate Indian Navy order for 26 Rafale fighters [details]

Eric Trappier Chairman and CEO Dassault Aviation, manufacturer of French Rafale fighter aircraft accompanied by Richard Lavaud, head military aircraft sales, will be here on Monday and Tuesday for senior level meetings.

Oct 8, 2023

Joshimath: An eco-suicide in the making? Residents' plea falls on deaf ears, cracks and collapses continue [in-depth]

As yet another tragedy unfolded near Joshimath, those from the region immediately pointed to the January disaster where several houses collapsed and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami assured, "all aspects of the problem will be studied and everything will be done to save the town."

Aug 16, 2023

India to participate in 'Nomadic Elephant-2023' joint military exercise in Mongolia [details]

Indian Army contingent comprising of 43 personnel left for Mongolia to participate in military exercise on Sunday.

Jul 16, 2023

Indian contingent, Rafale jets to take part in Bastille Day parade of France [details]

The Bastille Day parade of France will witness a 269-member tri-services contingent of the Indian Armed Forces marching alongside their French counterparts on July 14 in Paris.

Jul 6, 2023

Acquisition of MQ-9B drones: Speculative reports uncalled for, says Defence Ministry

India is yet to finalise the price and other terms and conditions for the purchase of 31 MQ-9B long endurance drones from the US, the defence ministry said on Sunday, trashing speculative reports in social media on the cost and the acquisition process.

Jun 25, 2023

No more maroon berets, regiment belts; standard uniform for Brigadiers, higher rank officers in Army

The decision was taken after detailed deliberations at Army Commanders Conference last month, while the changes will be implemented starting August 1 of this year

May 9, 2023

Nearly 2,000 Indians out of conflict zone, Hakki Pikkis enroute home; Foreign secy on Sudan rescue [details]

During a media briefing on Thursday, foreign secretary while assuring that no Indian will be left behind said that the situation on the ground was very complex, unpredictable and highly volatile.

Apr 27, 2023