Defence
Indian Navy Concludes Joint Services Multi-Speciality Medical Camp At The Lakshadweep Islands
The Indian Navy successfully concluded the five-day Joint Services Multi-Speciality Medical Camp across the Lakshadweep Islands on 16 Jan 2026. Conducted at Kavaratti, Agatti, Amini, Androth, and Minicoy islands, the camp reaffirmed the Armed Forces’ commitment to delivering quality healthcare and preventive services to remote island communities through seamless inter-services cooperation.…
Raksha Rajya Mantri Interacts With Cadets At Ncc Republic Day Camp 2026
‘You are the living bridge between India’s glorious past and its promisingfuture’ RRM to the Cadets Raksha Rajya Mantri, Shri Sanjay Seth, visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) at Delhi Cantt on January 18, 2026. On his arrival, he was presented with a ‘Guard of Honour’ by…
INS Sagardhwani Flags Off For Sagar Maitri V
INS Sagardhwani, India’s oceanographic research vessel under the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) of DRDO, was flagged off for the fifth edition of the Sagar Maitri (SM-5) initiative from Southern Naval Command, Kochi on 17 Jan 2026. The vessel was flagged off by Shri Radha Mohan Singh, Honourable Member of Parliament and Chairperson, Parliamentary Standing…
Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade At Garud Regimental Training Centre Air Force Station Chandinagar
1. To mark the successful completion of training of Air Force Special Forces operatives of ‘Garud’ force, Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade was held on 17 Jan 2026 at Garud Regimental Training Centre (GRTC), Air Force Station Chandinagar. Assistant Chief of Air Staff Operations (Air Defence) reviewed the parade as the Chief…
ICGS Sankalp’s port call at Port Louis, Mauritius as Part of Overseas Deployment in Indian Ocean Region
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius on January 17, 2026 as part of its ongoing Overseas Deployment to Friendly Foreign Countries in the Indian Ocean Region. The visit reflects India’s continued commitment to strengthening maritime cooperation, enhancing interoperability and further deepening…
Defence Secretary Visits NCC Republic Day Camp
Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt on January 17, 2026. He congratulated the cadets for a spectacular presentation depicting their passion, talent, discipline, and enthusiasm, which reflected India’s rich cultural diversity and the NCC’s motto of…
Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron Arrives At Changi Naval Base, Singapore
The visit aligns with ASEAN–India maritime cooperation and India’s current leadership of IONS Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, on 15 Jan 2026. The squadron is on a training deployment to the South East…
NCC Cadets Display Equestrian Excellence at RDC 2026 Horse Show
The Annual Horse Show was presented by the National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets taking part in the Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at 61 Cavalry Ground, Delhi Cantt on January 16, 2026. The RD Camp hosts National-level inter-directorate NCC equestrian competitions, culminating in a spectacular horse show. A total of…
Defence Procurement Board Clears Proposal to Acquire 114 Rafale Fighter Jets
New Delhi, Jan 2026 : In a major boost to India’s air combat strength, the Defence Procurement Board (DPB) on Friday approved a proposal to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets from French aviation major Dassault Aviation. The move is seen as a critical step towards enhancing the Indian Air Force’s…
India Turns To Ecuador In Keeping Ageing Jaguar Strike Aircraft Fleet Operational Until 2035.
New Delhi; January 2026: the Indian Air Force initiated contacts with Ecuador to evaluate the acquisition of stored SEPECAT Jaguar airframes for the recovery of engines, structural assemblies, and systems. The effort aims to sustain India’s Jaguar fleet until approximately 2035, as production has long ended and original global supply…
Iran Men’s Football Team Plans to Play World Cup Despite Security Concerns: AFC
Kuala Lumpur, March 2026 : Iran’s national men’s football team is still expected to …
