Category: Defence

New Delhi | India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has received formal clearance to develop the BM-04, a new short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) aimed at strengthening the country’s conventional strike capabilities. With the grant of Acceptance of Necessity (AoN), the programme is expected to move quickly into full-scale development and testing. The BM-04 is designed to fill a crucial gap in India’s missile inventory. While systems such as the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher serve battlefield roles with ranges up to 90 kilometres, and the Agni series caters to long-range…

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New Delhi: In a landmark development for India’s maritime security and environmental response capabilities, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap in Goa on January 5, 2026. Built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Samudra Pratap is India’s first indigenously designed Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) and the largest ship in the Coast Guard fleet to date, with over 60% indigenous content. Designed to strengthen coastal patrol, environmental protection, and maritime safety, the ship integrates multiple capabilities, including pollution detection, firefighting, and extended surveillance, ensuring the…

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Delhi: In order to evoke a feeling of oneness, belonging and pride in children, towards their school and country, the National School Band Competition 2025-26, organised as part of Republic Day Celebrations (RDC) 2026, got successfully completed at the state level and witnessed enthusiastic participation from across the nation.  The Competition consists of three levels [State Level, Zonal Level, & National Level (final)] in four categories (Boys Brass Band, Girls Brass Band, Boys Pipe Band and Girls Pipe Band). The guidelines for the National School Band Competition 2025-26 were issued…

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New Delhi/Colombo | Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, Indian Army engineers have once again demonstrated India’s role as a reliable first responder in the region by restoring critical road connectivity in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka. Battling harsh weather, continuous rain and difficult mountainous terrain, Indian Army personnel constructed a 100-foot-long Bailey bridge in just one day, dramatically improving movement between key regions of the island nation. Sri Lanka was recently hit by severe Cyclone Ditwah, followed by landslides that caused widespread destruction of roads and bridges. Several areas were completely cut off,…

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New Delhi | Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan  inaugurated the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at the DG NCC Camp in Delhi Cantonment, underlining the vital role of the NCC in nation-building and youth development. Addressing the gathering, he described NCC cadets as the “face of New India,” highlighting their discipline, sense of responsibility and deep-rooted patriotism. The Vice President was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour by cadets from all three wings of the NCC—the Army, Navy and Air Force—at the opening ceremony. He later visited…

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New Delhi |  Nearly four years into the Russia–Ukraine war, the conflict continues to witness rapid technological evolution, with drones emerging as one of the most decisive weapons on the battlefield. In a significant and alarming development, Russia has now reportedly equipped its Shahed kamikaze drones with man-portable air defence systems (MANPADS), marking a new and potentially dangerous phase in the ongoing drone war. This is the first confirmed instance of a Shahed drone being fitted with a shoulder-fired surface-to-air missile system such as the Igla or its advanced variant,…

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New Delhi |  As India moves closer to selecting a foreign partner for the development of a high-thrust engine for its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), British aerospace major Rolls-Royce has stepped up its outreach, positioning its fifth-generation fighter engine experience as a key differentiator against French rival Safran. With the AMCA programme seen as a cornerstone of India’s long-term air power and self-reliance goals, competition between global engine manufacturers has intensified. While industry reports indicate that Safran may currently enjoy an edge, Rolls-Royce is emphasising its historical involvement in…

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New Delhi | The Indian Air Force (IAF)  commemorated the 25th anniversary of the maiden flight of the TEJAS Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), marking a landmark moment in India’s journey towards self-reliance in defence aerospace manufacturing. Sharing a message on social media, the IAF highlighted the collective effort behind the indigenous fighter programme, acknowledging the contributions of scientists from the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), engineers from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), test pilots, and personnel from the IAF and Indian Navy. The post underscored the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat, concluding with…

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New Delhi | State-owned aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has invited Expressions of Interest (EoI) from Indian consultancy firms as part of a strategic initiative to expand its footprint in global defence and aerospace markets. The move is aimed at strengthening HAL’s export roadmap by tapping domestic expertise to assess foreign defence procurement systems and identify opportunities for its indigenous fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms. The Maharatna PSU, operating under the Ministry of Defence, is seeking long-term advisory support to build structured export pipelines and deepen engagement with overseas stakeholders.…

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New Delhi | Defence communications firm Avantel Limited has secured a ₹4.16 crore contract (inclusive of taxes) from the Ministry of Defence, Headquarters Naval Aviation, for the comprehensive annual maintenance of Satellite Communication (SATCOM) equipment used by the Indian Navy. According to company sources, the contract covers Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contract (CAMC) services and will remain in force until January 2028, highlighting a long-term engagement aimed at ensuring uninterrupted performance and operational reliability of critical naval communication systems. The order strengthens Avantel’s presence in India’s defence ecosystem, particularly in the…

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