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14th Edition of India-Russia Naval Exercise INDRA

The 14th edition of the Indian-Russia bilateral naval exercise INDRA is scheduled from 28 March to 2 April 2025 off the coast of Chennai. This exercise represents milestone...

March 29, 2025

New Contracts for NAMIS and Light Vehicles

Recently, the Ministry of Defence of India signed contracts aimed at modernising the country’s defence capabilities. These agreements, valued at approximately ₹2,500 crore, include the procurement of the...

March 28, 2025

Vertically-Launched Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM)

On March 26, 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully conducted a flight test of the Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM). This...

March 27, 2025

Loitering Munitions

Loitering munitions, often referred to as “kamikaze drones,” are transforming combat dynamics. These advanced weapons combine the surveillance capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the precision of...

March 26, 2025

AIKEYME Maritime Exercise

The Indian Navy is set to conduct maritime exercise named AIKEYME, aimed at enhancing defence cooperation with several African nations. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s...

March 25, 2025

Sea Dragon 2025

The Sea Dragon 2025 naval exercise is multilateral drill focusing on anti-submarine warfare. It commenced on March 4, 2025, off the coast of Guam, hosted by the United...

March 24, 2025

India’s Second Stealth Frigate Tavasya

India celebrated advancement in its naval capabilities with the launch of the stealth frigate ‘Tavasya’ on March 22, 2025. This event, held at Goa Shipyard Limited, marks a...

March 24, 2025

What are Sonic Weapons?

Sonic weapons have emerged as contentious tools in crowd control. Recent protests in Serbia have brought into light their potential use. President Aleksandar Vucic denied allegations of using...

March 21, 2025

GRSE Completes Sea Trials for Himgiri and Androth

Recently, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd successfully completed Contractor Sea Trials (CSTs) for two naval vessels, the Himgiri and Androth. These trials mark milestone in India’s...

March 18, 2025

14th ADMM-Plus Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism

The 14th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts Working Group (EWG) on Counter-Terrorism will take place in New Delhi on March 19-20, 2025. India and Malaysia will co-chair...

March 17, 2025

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