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Fort William Renamed as Vijay Durg

Recently, the Indian Army’s Eastern Command headquarters, Fort William, was officially renamed Vijay Durg. This change reflects India’s ongoing efforts to shed colonial legacies and honour its indigenous...

February 6, 2025

Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan Initiative

On the occasion of 77th Army Day, the Defence Ministry launched the Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan initiative. This programme aims to promote battlefield tourism across India. It focuses on...

February 5, 2025

Uttarkashi Earthquake Swarm

Recent seismic activity in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, has raised concerns among experts and residents alike. A series of nine minor earthquakes occurred between January 24 and February 3, 2025....

February 4, 2025

Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise 2025

TROPEX-25, or Theatre Level Operational Readiness Exercise 2025, is military exercise conducted by the Indian Navy. Launched in January 2025, it showcases India’s commitment to joint operational capabilities....

February 4, 2025

13th Edition of Ekuverin Military Exercise

The 13th edition of the Ekuverin military exercise commenced recently between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Force. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability between the...

February 4, 2025

Indian Navy’s Transition to Rafale-M Fighter Jets

The Indian Navy recently decided to enhance its carrier-based air power by selecting the Dassault Rafale M fighter jet. This choice comes after an extensive evaluation process that...

February 3, 2025

India’s Defence Strategy on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems

India’s Defence Ministry recently conducted a pilot study on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). This study marks the transformative potential of these technologies. It raises critical questions regarding...

February 1, 2025

Russian Icebreaker Collision in Kara Sea

The collision of the Russian nuclear-powered icebreaker, 50 Let Pobedy, with a cargo vessel in the Kara Sea on January 26, 2025, has raised concerns about safety and...

January 31, 2025

India’s Role in United Nations Peacekeeping Missions

India has a long-standing commitment to United Nations peacekeeping missions. This commitment is brought into light by recent events in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Following the...

January 29, 2025

INS Sarvekshak Completes Hydrographic Survey in Mauritius

The Indian Navy’s INS Sarvekshak has successfully concluded a major hydrographic survey in Mauritius. This survey covered over 25,000 square nautical miles. The formal handover of the survey...

January 25, 2025

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