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Agray ASW Shallow Water Craft Inducted into Navy

India has strengthened its maritime defence capabilities with the delivery of Agray, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), to the Indian Navy. This induction marks another...

March 31, 2026

Dweep Shakti Showcases India’s Joint Military Readiness

India recently conducted Exercise Dweep Shakti, a high-intensity Tri-Service drill from 24 to 28 March 2026 aimed at strengthening coastal and island defence capabilities. The Army, Navy and...

March 31, 2026

India Hosts IONS Maritime Exercise in Kochi

India recently hosted a key maritime exercise under the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) at the Maritime Warfare Centre in Kochi. The event brought together naval representatives from...

March 30, 2026

ASRAAM Induction to Enhance MiG-29 Air Combat Power

The Indian Air Force is set to upgrade its MiG-29UPG fighter jets with the Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAAM), significantly strengthening its close-range air combat capability. The...

March 29, 2026

Defence Ministry Signs Rs 858 Crore Military Contracts

The Ministry of Defence has signed two significant contracts worth Rs 858 crore to strengthen India’s military capabilities. The agreements include procurement of the Tunguska Air Defence Missile...

March 28, 2026

Shaurya Squadrons Enhance Indian Army Drone Warfare

The Indian Army has recently begun inducting Shaurya Squadrons, specialised drone sub-units embedded within armoured regiments. This initiative marks a significant step towards modernising battlefield capabilities by integrating...

March 27, 2026

INS Taragiri Set for Commissioning in Indian Navy

The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Taragiri (F41), a stealth frigate under Project 17A, on April 3, 2026. The induction of this advanced warship marks a...

March 22, 2026

Exercise Amogh Jwala Showcases Indian Army Combat Readiness

The Indian Army’s Southern Command recently conducted Exercise Amogh Jwala at the Babina Field Firing Ranges, highlighting advanced mechanised warfare capabilities. The high-intensity drill demonstrated India’s growing military...

March 20, 2026

India Eyes European Sixth-Gen Fighter Jet Collaboration

India is considering joining one of Europe’s major sixth-generation fighter aircraft programmes—Future Combat Air System (FCAS) or Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP)—as part of its strategy to enhance...

March 19, 2026

Indian Navy Launches IOS SAGAR Initiative 2026

The Indian Navy has commenced the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative from 16 March 2026, reinforcing India’s commitment to maritime cooperation in the...

March 19, 2026

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