Defence
Global fraternity must join hands to tackle evolving maritime challenges, says Raksha Mantri as he inaugurates Exercise MILAN in Vizag
”UN Convention on the Law of Seas legal framework can be further strengthened through a comprehensive global naval architecture” India aspires to establish an equitable maritime order based on international rules & freedom of navigation ”Evolution of PM Modi’s vision from SAGAR to MAHASAGAR reflects India’s deepening commitment to engaging…
Hon’ble President Of India Reviews The International Fleet Review 2026 Off Visakhapatnam
The Indian Navy successfully conducted the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 off the coast of Visakhapatnam on 18 February 2026, with participation from 74 countries, marking a grand maritime spectacle that showcased global naval cooperation, professional camaraderie and India’s maritime capability. IFR 2026 marked the third International Fleet Review hosted…
Prime Minister & French President virtually inaugurate Final Assembly Line of H-125 Light Utility Helicopter at Vemagal, Karnataka
H-125 final assembly line is a milestone in India-France strategic partnership: Raksha Mantri “Govt is committed to achieving self-reliance in critical tech & manufacturing high-end products through mutually beneficial partnerships” Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and French President Mr Emmanuel Macron, on February 17, 2026, virtually inaugurated, from Mumbai, Tata…
Raksha Mantri & his French counterpart co-chair 6th Annual Defence Dialogue in Bengaluru
Defence cooperation agreement renewed for another 10 years BEL & SAFRAN ink MoU to manufacture Hammer missiles in India Both nations announce reciprocal deployment of officers at Indian Army & French Land Forces establishments Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of France…
Visit of high-level delegation of Tanzania Peoples’ Defence Forces to India
A high-level delegation of the Tanzania Peoples’ Defence Forces (TPDF) is on a three-day visit to India from February 17-19, 2026. The delegation today interacted with Indian Defence Forces and also visited Indian Defence Cyber Security facilities. Key deliberations during the meeting focused on cooperation in the cyber domain and…
Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS intercept speed boat with 203 kg Crystalline Drug-like substance
In a swift and well-coordinated overnight operation on February 16, 2026, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in close coordination with the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), intercepted a speed boat carrying approx. 203 kg of suspected crystalline narcotic substance in the Arabian Sea near the notional International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).…
Indian Navy To Conduct Goa Maritime Conclave 2026 At Naval War College, Goa
The fifth edition of Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC-26) is scheduled to be held at the Naval War College, Goa, on 21 Feb 2026. As a flagship strategic initiative of the Indian Navy, the Conclave has evolved into a premier platform that harnesses the collective wisdom and operational experience of maritime security…
Vice Admiral Kk Nayyar Memorial Lecture 2026
The 2026 edition of the Vice Admiral KK Nayyar Memorial Lecture was held on 16 Feb 2026, marking the 21st Foundation Day of the National Maritime Foundation (NMF), New Delhi. The annual lecture honours the enduring legacy of VAdm KK Nayyar, whose intellectual vision and strategic foresight laid the foundation for NMF’s emergence…
Launch Of First Cadet Training Ship – Krishna At M/S L&T, Kattupalli, Chennai
Yard 18003 (Krishna), the first of the three Cadet Training Ships (CTS) under construction at M/s L&T, Kattupalli (Chennai), has been launched on 16 Feb 2026. In keeping with the Naval traditions, Mrs Anupama Chauhan launched the ship in the presence of General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff. Senior officials of the Indian Armed…
Raksha Mantri reviews projects of indigenous military gas turbine engine development during visit to DRDO’s GTRE in Bengaluru
Lauds GTRE for bolstering national security through self-reliance “Govt is committed to achieving self-reliance in aero engines development” “Op Sindoor demonstrated India’s growing Aatmanirbharta in defence, Need to focus more on manufacturing world-class indigenous systems” Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, on February 16, 2026, visited DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment…
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Ceasefire and Dialogue as Middle East Conflict Intensifies
Vatican City, March 2026 : Pope Leo XIV on Sunday made a strong appeal …
