Defence News

Who is General Upendra Dwivedi? The 30th Chief of the Indian Army takes charge [key points]

Hailing from Madhya Pradesh, General Dwivedi is an alumnus of Sainik School, followed by National Defence Academy. His military career is generously dotted with several awards and distinctions

Jun 30, 2024

Indian Navy's INS Shivalik joins RIMPAC 2024, world's largest international maritime exercise

The Indian Navy's INS Shivalik has arrived at Pearl Harbour to participate in the 29th RIMPAC exercise. The exercise, hosted by the US Pacific Fleet, aims to enhance interoperability and contribute to Indo-Pacific peace.

Jun 30, 2024

Bolivia coup attempt fails, army general arrested

Coup attempt foiled in Bolivia, army general arrested

Armoured vehicles and troops of the Bolivian Armed Forces pulled back from the presidential palace in La Paz on Wednesday evening, hours after an attempted coup.

Jun 27, 2024

India Boosts Defence Self-Reliance with Major Helicopter Procurement

In a significant stride towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has received a request for proposal (RFP) from the Ministry of Defence for the procurement of 156 light combat helicopters (LCH). This move is a testament to the 'Make in India' initiative and the vision of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh towards achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

Jun 18, 2024

Agnipath Under Scrutiny: Review panel set up, revamp expected soon

The Indian government has signaled its readiness to address the concerns surrounding the Agnipath scheme, a recruitment initiative for the Armed Forces. The scheme, which has been a subject of controversy and criticism, is now under review by a panel of secretaries from at least ten ministries.

Jun 13, 2024

Govt targets Rs 50,000 cr defence exports by 2028-29: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the Modi government has prioritised the defence sector and along with the promotion of indigenous manufacturing was aiming at an export target of Rs 50,000 crore for military hardware by 2028-29.

Mar 7, 2024

55 projects worth Rs 400 cr being pursued under iDEX: Indian Army Chief

Currently under the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) route, 55 Indian Army projects, worth Rs 400 crore are being pursued, which encompass 65 startups.

Feb 26, 2024

(RAD) Anti-Tank Mines, Radar, Torpedoes, Worth Rs 84,560 Crore For Armed Forces

DAC nod to Anti-Tank Mines, radar, torpedoes worth Rs 84,560 cr for armed forces

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Friday approved the proposal for procurement of new generation Air Defence Tactical Control Radar (ADTCR) and heavyweight Torpedoes for the armed forces.

Feb 16, 2024

In a first, SSB appointed three women handlers for dog squads

In a first, the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has appointed three women to handle its dog squads.

Feb 4, 2024

Vice Admiral Sivakumar assumes charge as Controller Warship Production and Acquisition

Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar, AVSM, VSM on Monday assumed charge as Controller Warship Production and Acquisition.

Jan 1, 2024

Stealth guided missile destroyer INS Imphal commissioned into Indian Navy

INS Imphal, a stealth guided missile destroyer, was commissioned into Indian Navy on Tuesday. The ship is equipped to fight under nuclear, biological and chemical warfare conditions, the ministry of defence (MoD) said.

Dec 26, 2023

Palestinians inspect the remains of a building that was destroyed during Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City, on May 5, 2019

Week long truce ends: Israel resumes combat operations, alleges Hamas violated terms

The Hamas controlled Government Media office blamed the US and international community for the end of truce, says 32 people have been killed by Israeli airstrikes on Friday.

Dec 1, 2023

Fears of huge ground invasion of Gaza grow as Israel vows 'mighty vengeance'

Israel-Hamas war intensifies, total communication blackout in Gaza. Is the war likely to spread to peripheral nations of Syria, Lebanon?

It's not only Lebanon and Syria that have been peripherally caught up in the fighting, Egypt too has been exposed to the risks of the war

Oct 28, 2023

Israel-Hamas war Day 7: Charter flight with 212 Indians reaches Delhi, Israel drops 6,000 bombs, death toll surges to 2,500 [updates]

U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken reached Israel and vowed support to the country, while Jordan's King Abdullah and Palestinian President called for the need to prevent deterioration in Gaza

Oct 13, 2023

Israel-Hamas Conflict Day 6: Corridors out of Gaza? Egypt says No; Malaysia releases funds for Gaza, slams Israel as world stands divided [details]

As the divisive opinions and conversation on the conflict in Middle East grows around the world, several rallies were held in support of Palestinians in the US, Ireland, South Africa, Chile and the Philippines

Oct 12, 2023

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