Category: Defence

New Delhi |  The Indian Navy successfully organised the second edition of the Indian Navy Half Marathon in the national capital on Sunday, drawing thousands of participants from India and abroad. The event sent out a strong message of fitness, discipline and national pride, while strengthening public engagement with the armed forces. The marathon featured three race categories—21.1 km (Half Marathon), 10 km and 5 km—ensuring participation from runners of all age groups and fitness levels. The main Half Marathon was flagged off by the Chief of the Naval Staff,…

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New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  said that the critical importance of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in safeguarding India’s maritime security became clearly evident during Operation Sindoor. Addressing the gathering on the occasion of the 50th Raising Day of the Indian Coast Guard, the Defence Minister said the operation showcased excellent coordination among the three armed forces and demonstrated the effectiveness of India’s multi-layered maritime security architecture. He described the ICG as a strong frontline force guarding the nation’s maritime boundaries. Rajnath Singh noted that Operation Sindoor was executed…

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New Delhi — The Union Budget 2026–27 has provided a decisive boost to India’s defence preparedness, with an allocation of ₹7.85 lakh crore for the sector, reinforcing the government’s commitment to national security, military modernisation, and self-reliance, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday. Welcoming the budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Defence Minister described it as a strong affirmation of the government’s resolve to build a robust, resilient, and foolproof security architecture, particularly in the wake of the successful Operation Sindoor, which underscored India’s operational readiness and strategic…

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New Delhi | India’s defence preparedness received a major boost in the Union Budget 2026–27, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing the highest-ever allocation for the armed forces, reflecting heightened security concerns and the government’s focus on military modernisation. The overall defence budget has been raised to ₹7.85 lakh crore, marking a significant increase over the previous year. Of this, ₹2.19 lakh crore has been earmarked for capital expenditure aimed at modernisation — a jump of nearly 22 per cent compared to FY 2025–26. Last year’s capital outlay stood at…

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New Delhi: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has marked a major milestone in India’s aerospace sector after receiving a ₹1,800 crore contract from Pawan Hans for the supply of 10 Dhruv-NG helicopters. The deal significantly strengthens India’s indigenous rotary-wing manufacturing capabilities and reinforces HAL’s leadership in helicopter production. The Dhruv-NG is the next-generation version of HAL’s successful Dhruv platform, designed with enhanced performance, safety, and operational flexibility. The helicopters are expected to serve a wide range of roles across civil, utility, and strategic operations, further expanding Pawan Hans’ mission capabilities. In…

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Leh, Ladakh | A major project aimed at strengthening civil aviation infrastructure at Air Force Station Leh was inaugurated on January 28, 2026, marking an important step toward improving air connectivity in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The project was inaugurated by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, in the presence of Air Marshal JS Mann, Senior Air Staff Officer, Western Air Command. The inauguration represents a significant milestone in enhancing Ladakh’s civil aviation capabilities and reflects the strong spirit of cooperation between the civil administration and various agencies involved in…

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Phuket, Thailand | The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) successfully concluded its port visit to Phuket Deep Sea Port, Thailand, marking another milestone in strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Thailand. The visit culminated with a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) conducted on January 28, 2026, in coordination with the Royal Thai Navy ship HTMS Huahin. The First Training Squadron comprised INS Tir, INS Sujata, INS Shardul, and ICGS Sarathi. During the harbour phase of the visit, a wide range of bilateral activities were undertaken between the Indian Navy and the Royal…

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New Delhi | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the present era demands a mindset of “survival of the fastest”, rather than merely relying on the traditional idea of “survival of the fittest,” underlining the critical importance of speed, innovation, and rapid deployment in modern warfare. Addressing top-performing scientists and technical staff of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Defence Minister said that Operation Sindoor clearly demonstrated how indigenous defence systems are significantly strengthening India’s operational readiness. He stressed that self-reliance in defence is no longer just a government…

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New Delhi | The 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path this year showcased not only India’s military strength and modern weapon systems but also the evolving face of the Indian armed forces. Among the most striking moments of the parade was the leadership of key military contingents by officers who come from a legal education background, highlighting the armed forces’ growing embrace of diverse academic disciplines. Lieutenant Amit Chaudhary and Assistant Commandant Laxita Singh emerged as two standout names, drawing widespread attention for leading their respective contingents with confidence…

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New Delhi | India has taken a major leap in advanced military capabilities with the public display of its Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-ASHM) during the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path on January 26. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the missile was showcased for the first time in a vehicle-mounted, ground-launched configuration, signaling India’s growing readiness in hypersonic weapons technology. Capable of striking targets at a range of nearly 1,500 kilometers, the LR-ASHM can reportedly cover this distance in about 15 minutes due…

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