Category: Defence

New Delhi: The Indian Navy has launched an ambitious modernization initiative to digitally transform the management of its weapons, ammunition, torpedoes, missiles, and explosive inventory through a next-generation platform called Indian Naval Armament Management System Version 2.0 (INAMS 2.0). The advanced system is being developed under the Directorate General of Naval Armament (DGoNA) and is designed to integrate the Navy’s armament storage, repair, logistics, maintenance, and supply operations into a single secure digital network. Officials say the project represents a major leap toward data-driven, AI-enabled naval logistics and operational readiness.…

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New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated a major navigation and electronic warfare upgrade for its frontline Su-30MKI fighter aircraft, aiming to strengthen operational capability in increasingly contested electronic battle environments. As part of the modernization effort, the IAF has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to replace the aircraft’s existing navigation antennas with advanced multi-constellation GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) antennas equipped with anti-jamming and anti-spoofing capabilities. The move comes amid growing concerns over modern electronic warfare tactics such as GPS jamming, signal spoofing, and satellite disruption…

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New Delhi: India’s naval forces are undertaking one of the country’s most ambitious underwater defence modernisation programmes, aimed at creating a highly integrated and standardised submarine fleet for the future. The initiative focuses on developing the upcoming Project-77 nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs) and the Project-76 conventional submarines (SSKs) around a shared ecosystem of sensors, combat systems, weapons, and operational technologies. Defence planners believe the move will strengthen indigenous manufacturing capabilities, simplify crew training, and reduce long-term dependence on foreign defence suppliers. At the heart of the programme is the concept…

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Kolkata: The Indian Navy achieved another important milestone in its indigenous shipbuilding programme with the launch of Yard 3039, the next-generation offshore patrol vessel named Sanghmitra, at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers in Kolkata on May 20. The vessel was formally launched by Sarita Vatsayan in the presence of Sanjay Vatsayan during a ceremony conducted with full naval honours and traditional maritime customs. Senior officials from the Ministry of Defence, the Indian Navy and GRSE attended the event. Sanghmitra is part of the Indian Navy’s ambitious programme to build 11…

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Seoul: Rajnath Singh and Kwon Oh-eul jointly inaugurated the Indian War Memorial at Imjingak Park on May 21, marking a significant tribute to the bravery, sacrifice and humanitarian service of Indian troops during the Korean War. The memorial has been established as part of commemorations marking the 75th anniversary of the Korean War and honours the contributions of the 60 Para Field Ambulance of the Indian Army and the Custodian Force of India, both of which played vital humanitarian and peacekeeping roles during and after the conflict. The two ministers…

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Ahmedabad: The 138th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) was held in Ahmedabad on May 21 under the leadership of Paramesh Sivamani to assess and strengthen security arrangements protecting India’s offshore installations and critical maritime energy infrastructure. The high-level meeting focused on improving maritime domain awareness, enhancing inter-agency coordination and strengthening surveillance and emergency response systems to address evolving offshore security challenges. Officials also discussed emerging threats linked to modern warfare, including the growing use of unmanned systems and drone-enabled attacks in maritime environments. Particular attention was given…

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Rome — India and Italy have elevated their bilateral relationship to a “Special Strategic Partnership,” marking a major step forward in defence, technology, trade, and maritime cooperation. The announcement came after extensive talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome. A key highlight of the visit was the unveiling of an ambitious defence industrial roadmap aimed at promoting co-development and co-production of military systems. The initiative signals a fresh chapter in India-Italy defence ties, particularly after years of limited engagement following the AgustaWestland controversy…

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New Delhi: India’s plans to strengthen its air power capability are facing a critical moment as negotiations for the proposed acquisition of 114 Dassault Rafale fighter jets have reportedly slowed over disagreements related to technology access and operational control. According to reports, the key sticking point in the negotiations is India’s demand for deeper system-level access that would allow the integration of indigenous weapons systems such as the BrahMos and Astra missiles. France is said to be cautious about granting access to sensitive software and mission systems, particularly due to…

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