Category: Defence

New Delhi: The Indian Navy is participating in the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026, a nine-day cultural and literary extravaganza organised by the National Book Trust (NBT) under the Ministry of Education. The fair was inaugurated by Hon’ble Minister of Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan. At the event, the Naval History Division (NHD), the Navy’s premier research institution, has set up dedicated stalls at Hall No. 5, offering visitors a deep dive into India’s maritime legacy. Displays include seven volumes of the official history of the Indian Navy (1945–2021), histories…

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Washington: Tensions between the United States and Russia have escalated after Moscow reportedly deployed a submarine and other naval assets to escort an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, amid concerns over possible US interception. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the move has emerged as a new flashpoint in already strained US–Russia relations. The report states that Russia acted to safeguard an ageing oil tanker that had become stranded near Venezuela after failing to load crude. US officials claim the tanker has now become the…

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New Delhi | The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 02/25 batch of trainees will be held at INS Chilka on January 8, 2026, marking the successful completion of 16 weeks of intensive ab-initio training. This rigorous training programme equips recruits with the discipline, resilience, and professional competence required to meet the demands of modern naval operations. The passing-out batch comprises around 2,700 trainees, including approximately 2,100 Agniveers, of whom over 110 are women. The ceremony represents a significant milestone as the Agniveers and other trainees formally begin their journey…

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New Delhi | The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) has commenced a Long Range Training Deployment (LRTD) to South East Asia, marking an important phase in the training curriculum of the 110th Integrated Officers’ Training Course (IOTC). The deployment comprises four ships—INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sarathi—which will undertake scheduled port calls at Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. The mission is aimed at providing officer trainees with extensive operational, professional, and cross-cultural exposure while at sea. Beyond training, the deployment reinforces India’s sustained…

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New Delhi |  Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that inspirational personalities such as Late Lieutenant General Srinivas Kumar Sinha continue to guide the government in pursuing a clear and firm policy on issues related to India’s sovereignty. In a video message delivered at a memorial lecture marking the birth centenary of Lt Gen S.K. Sinha, the Defence Minister paid rich tributes to the distinguished Army officer, diplomat, and administrator, describing him as a soldier-statesman who always placed the nation above all else. “Lt Gen Sinha’s unwavering loyalty, integrity,…

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New Delhi | The Indian Navy is set to achieve a historic milestone in 2026 with the commissioning of 19 new warships, representing the largest single-year force accretion in its history. The move underscores India’s accelerating push towards maritime self-reliance and a stronger blue-water navy amid evolving security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. This unprecedented expansion reflects the growing maturity of India’s indigenous shipbuilding ecosystem. Once hampered by import dependence and lengthy construction cycles, domestic shipyards have significantly enhanced efficiency, enabling faster delivery of technologically advanced platforms aligned with the…

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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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