Category: Defence

New Delhi: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Raksha Mantri  Rajnath Singh, granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for various proposals worth an estimated cost of about Rs 2.38 lakh crore. For the Indian Army, approval was accorded for the Air Defence Tracked System, Armoured Piercing Tank Ammunition, High Capacity Radio Relay, Dhanush Gun System and Runway Independent Aerial Surveillance System. The Air Defence Tracked System will provide real time Air Defence Control and Reporting capability, while the High Capacity Radio Relay will provide reliable and fail proof communication. The…

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Need to adopt medium to long-term preparedness approach & ensure swift decision-making, says Shri Rajnath Singh PM Modi-led Govt is committed to safeguarding Indian people from any impact: RM IGoM reaffirms importance of close coordination with States & District Administrations Ministries & Departments directed to share information to counter rumours, misinformation & fake news New Delhi: Raksha Mantri  Rajnath Singh, chaired the first meeting of the Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM) set-up to monitor the evolving situation in West Asia, and recommend proactive measures in response to the developments. Held…

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Kochi: The Indian Navy hosted IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) TTX 2026 at the Maritime Warfare Centre, Southern Naval Command, Kochi on 27 March 2026. The high-level engagement brought together distinguished delegates from Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) member navies, international officers of IOS SAGAR, and officers from the Indian Navy to deliberate on evolving non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The exercise witnessed participation from Bangladesh, France, Indonesia, Kenya, Maldives, Mauritius, Myanmar, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Timor-Leste. This diverse multinational representation underscores a shared commitment to fostering…

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Delhi: ‘Agray’, the fourth of eight ASW SWC (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft), indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, has been delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 Mar 2026 at Kolkata. The ASW SWCs have been designed and constructed in accordance with the Classification Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) by GRSE, Kolkata, underscoring the success of indigenous defence shipbuilding. These ships, approximately 77 metres in length, are the largest Indian Naval warships propelled by waterjets and are equipped with state-of-the-art Lightweight Torpedoes, Indigenous Rocket Launchers and shallow water SONAR,…

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Lucknow: As conflicts across regions such as West Asia, Eastern Europe, and parts of Africa redefine the nature of warfare, India is carefully studying these evolving battlefields to reshape its own military doctrine, defence industry, and strategic posture. The lessons emerging from these global conflict zones—particularly the rise of drone warfare, precision strikes, cyber operations, and cost-effective combat strategies—are significantly influencing India’s approach to national security. For a country like India, which faces complex security challenges on multiple fronts, adapting to these lessons is not just an option—it is a…

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By Special Correspondent Tehran/ Tel Aviv: The ongoing conflict across West Asia—commonly referred to as the Middle East—has evolved into one of the most complex and technologically intense wars of the 21st century. What began as a regional escalation following the 2023 Israel-Hamas war has now transformed into a sprawling, multi-front confrontation involving Israel, Iran, and the United States, alongside a network of powerful non-state actors including Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen, and remnants of Hamas in Gaza. This conflict is no longer defined by conventional battle lines.…

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New Delhi: Amid evolving global security challenges and lessons drawn from recent conflicts in West Asia, the Indian Army is preparing to significantly enhance its deep-strike capabilities with the planned induction of an extended-range variant of the BrahMos missile. Defence sources indicate that the Army is moving toward acquiring a new version of the BrahMos missile capable of striking targets beyond 800 kilometres—almost doubling the reach of its current inventory, which includes variants with a range of over 450 kilometres. The advanced missile is jointly developed by the Defence Research…

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New Delhi: India has strengthened its military capabilities with the signing of two key defence agreements worth a combined ₹858 crore, aimed at enhancing air defence systems and maintaining critical naval assets. The Ministry of Defence formalised a ₹445 crore contract with Rosoboronexport for the procurement of Tunguska air defence missile systems for the Indian Army. These advanced systems are designed to counter a range of aerial threats, including aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles, thereby reinforcing India’s multi-layered air defence shield. Officials noted that the agreement also underscores the continuing…

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New Delhi: In a significant boost to India’s indigenous defence manufacturing, Adani Defence and Aerospace has delivered the first batch of 2,000 Prahar Light Machine Guns (LMGs) to the Indian Armed Forces—well ahead of schedule. The Prahar LMGs have been developed in collaboration with Israel Weapon Industries, forming part of a larger order of 41,000 guns aimed at strengthening India’s frontline capabilities. Senior defence official A Anbarasu, Additional Secretary and Director General (Acquisition) at the Ministry of Defence, praised the early delivery, noting that the rollout saved nearly 600 days—about…

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New Delhi: India and the United States have initiated a cautious reset of their defence relationship, signalling efforts to stabilise strategic ties amid rising tensions in West Asia and ongoing bilateral frictions. The development comes during the 18th meeting of the India–US Defence Policy Group, held in New Delhi on March 25. The talks were co-chaired by India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and US Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby. Officials described the meeting as constructive, focusing on reviewing existing cooperation and identifying new avenues for co-development…

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