Defence
DAC clears capital acquisition proposals worth over Rs 54,000 crore to enhance defence capabilities
Procurement of 1350 HP engines for T-90 tanks, Varunastra Torpedoes & Airborne Early Warning & Control Aircraft systems gets the nod Guidelines approved to reduce timelines in capital acquisition process Under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), on March 20, 2025, accorded Acceptance…
Visit Of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon And Royal New Zealand Navy Ship Hmnzs Te Kaha To Mumbai
The Hon’ble Prime Minister of New Zealand, Mr Christopher Luxon, along with RAdm Garin Golding, Chief of Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy (CN-RNZN), visited the latest indigenously built destroyer of the Indian Navy, INS Surat, at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, on 20 Mar 25. The Hon’ble Prime Minister was cordially welcomed aboard by VAdm Sanjay…
AFMS and NIMHANS, Bengaluru Ink MoU for Collaborative Research & Training
In a significant step towards improving the mental well-being of the nation’s defense personnel, the Armed Forces Medical Services and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), for collaborative research and training aimed at enhancing mental health support and care for…
Raksha Mantri Urges Unity, Integrity & Fearlessness at Major Bob Khathing Memorial
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has called upon the people to always put the nation first, remain united, discharge the duties with honesty, and move fearlessly towards achieving their goals, which were the core principles of Major Bob Khathing, an extraordinary figure who made invaluable contributions to the North-East region…
Indian And French Navies Set For THE 23rd Edition Of Bilateral Naval Exercise – Varuna 2025
The 23rd edition of the bilateral naval exercise VARUNA, a testament to the enduring maritime partnership between India and France, is set to take place from 19 to 22 Mar 25. Since its inception in 2001, VARUNA has evolved into a cornerstone of cooperation, showcasing the two nations’ commitment to enhancing naval interoperability and operational…
Strengthening Maritime Co-Operation: Chief Of Navy, Rnzn, Visits India
RAdm Garin Golding, Chief of Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN), is in India on an official visit from 16 to 21 Mar 25, towards strengthening maritime cooperation and bilateral ties between the two Navies. His engagements include high-level discussions and operational interactions at New Delhi and Mumbai. The visit began on…
ICGS Saksham makes port call at Antsiranana, Madagascar
Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Offshore Patrol Vessel Saksham made a port call at Antsiranana, Madagascar on March 18, 2025 as part of its overseas deployment to friendly countries in the Indian Ocean Region. During the visit, ICGS Saksham’s crew will engage with the Madagascar Coast Guard in joint training sessions…
Raksha Mantri meets Netherlands Defence Minister in New Delhi
Both countries explore possibilities of defence industrial collaboration & working together in domains like AI Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a meeting with the Defence Minister of the Netherlands Mr Ruben Brekelmans in New Delhi on March 18, 2025. They discussed elevating the bilateral cooperation in areas like defence,…
Director General Defence Intelligence Agency to embark on Australia Visit from March 19
Director General Defence Intelligence Agency (DG DIA) Lt General DS Rana is set to embark on an official visit to Australia from 19-21 March 2025. This visit aims to further strengthen bilateral defence intelligence cooperation and enhance strategic engagement between India and Australia. During the visit, DG DIA will hold…
9th India-Australia Defence Policy Talks held in New Delhi
Focus on cooperation in maritime domain awareness, reciprocal information sharing, industry and science & technology collaboration The ninth edition of India-Australia Defence Policy Talks was held in New Delhi on March 17, 2025. The Indian delegation was headed by Joint Secretary Shri Amitabh Prasad, while the Australian side was led…









