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India, France Set for 7th Joint Military Exercise Shakti

May 11, 2024

India and France are set to conduct the 7th edition of the Joint Military Exercise ‘Shakti’ between May 13-26, 2024, in the Umroi region of Meghalaya. This version of the drill builds on the strong defense ties that have been ..

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What is Drishti-10 Drone?

May 11, 2024

Indian Army is set to receive the first Hermes-900 Starliner drone, known as the Drishti-10, on June 18. The delivery of the Drishti-10 drone is facilitated by Adani Defence Systems under a contract that utilises emergency powers granted by the ..

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Gagan Strike-II: Indian Army, IAF Conduct Joint Exercise in Punjab

May 8, 2024

The Indian Army’s Kharga Corps, part of the Army’s Western Command, recently concluded a three-day joint military exercise Gagan Strike-II with the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Punjab. The primary goal of Gagan Strike-II was to refine the processes involving ..

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Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Marks 65th Raising Day

May 8, 2024

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 65th Raising Day recently, with an emphasis on embracing modern technology and techniques to accelerate project completions. About Border Roads Organisation (BRO) BRO is responsible for developing and maintaining road networks in India’s ..

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BSF : On-request posting, Airfare booking etc. in New Guidelines

May 7, 2024

The Border Security Force (BSF) has introduced new guidelines outlined by the Directorate General (DG) for non-gazetted officers in the force with the aim of improving job satisfaction. The new guidelines come against the backdrop of a high number of ..

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Indian Navy’s Modernization Plan with Steam to Diesel Conversion

May 3, 2024

The Indian Navy has initiated a modernisation programme to enhance the life, maintenance support, and capability of its warships by converting their propulsion systems from steam to diesel. The Ministry of Defence had signed a contract worth Rs. 313.42 crore ..

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Indian Navy Launches LSAM 20 Barge

May 1, 2024

The Indian Navy has launched the sixth barge of the LSAM 16 (Yard 130) series, named ‘Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20 (Yard 130),’ built by a private firm, Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, in Thane, Maharashtra. The launch ..

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DRDO Develops Lightest Bulletproof Jacket

April 24, 2024

Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)  has developed the lightest bulletproof jacket in India. The jacket, designed by the Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment (DMSRDE) in Kanpur, offers protection against the highest threat level 6 ..

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