Defence
Indian Army Procures Critical Cbrn Defence Equipment
Indian Army has signed a contract on 25 February 2025 for procurement of 223 Automatic Chemical Agent Detection and Alarm (ACADA) systems with M/s L&T Ltd at a cost of Rs 80.43 Cr, under the Buy Indian (IDDM) category. This will give a significant boost to the GoI’s Atamnirbharta drive since more…
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan emphasizes need for Synergised Air & Naval Operations at the seminar on Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean Region
Headquarters Southern Air Command, in collaboration with the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS), hosted a seminar on ”Synergising Air and Naval Forces: Enhancing Combat Power in the Indian Ocean Region” on 25 February 2025. General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), was the Chief Guest for the Seminar…
Women peacekeepers’ presence and actions demonstrate the importance of gender diversity in creating sustainable peace and security: Sanjay Seth
“Our priorities must be human-centric, multi-dimensional and sustainable, ensuring that growth is inclusive, equitable and environmentally conscious” “Women peacekeepers contribute in preventing and responding to gender-based violence, providing support and protection to survivors. Their presence and actions demonstrate the importance of gender diversity in creating sustainable peace and security” highlighted…
DGMO Visits Manipur For An Overview Of Security And Border Management
The Director General Military Operations (DGMO) of Indian Army Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, visited Manipur on 24 and 25 February 2025 to gain a comprehensive understanding of the situation along the Indo-Myanmar Border (IMB) and insights into the status of ongoing border infrastructure developments in the state. During his visit,…
Raksha Mantri confers 32 gallantry, distinguished service & meritorious service medals to ICG personnel
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh conferred gallantry, distinguished service, and meritorious service medals to the personnel of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) during the 18th ICG Investiture Ceremony held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on February 25, 2025. A total of 32 medals – six President’s Tatrakshak Medals (Distinguished Service), 11 Tatrakshak Medals (Gallantry) and 15 Tatrakshak Medals (Meritorious Service)…
Centre For Un Peacekeeping Hosts ‘Conference On Women Peacekeepers From Global South’ At Manekshaw Centre In New Delhi
Indian Army, through the Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping (CUNPK), India, is hosting a two-day conference titled ‘Conference on Women Peacekeepers from the Global South’ at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, on 24-25 February 2025. This conference, being organised by the Ministry of External Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence,…
India’s technological sector is on rise & is expected to reach $300-350 billion in next five years: Raksha Mantri
“Biggest challenge today is to not only adapt to the rapidly changing technology, but also to create new technologies. Don’t just be adapters; become the disruptors who lead innovation” “India’s technological sector is on the rise and is expected to reach 300-350 US billion dollars in the next five years.…
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief Of The Army Staff Embarks On A Official Visit To France
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), departed on an official visit to France from 24th to 27th February 2025, as part of efforts to bolster India-France defence cooperation. On 24th February 2025, the COAS will engage with senior military leadership of France at Les Invalides, Paris. The day will begin with a Guard of Honour followed by discussions with General…
First Training Squadron Of Indian Navy Arrived At Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam
Building Bridges of friendship whilst training young minds, the ships of First Training Squadron – INS Tir and ICGS Veera arrived at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam on 20 Feb 25. The ships received a warm welcome by the Vietnam People’s Navy and members of Indian mission at Vietnam. The visit is poised to further strengthen…
Steel Cutting Of Third Fleet Support Ship For Indian Navy
Steel Cutting ceremony of third of the five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) was held at M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli on 20 Feb 25, in the presence of R Adm Satish Shenai, Flag Officer Commanding Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area and senior officials from Indian Navy, Hindustan Ship Yard Limited (HSL) and M/s…
106-Year-Old Nun Continues Service and Faithful Devotion in Italy
March 2026 : Sister Anna Maria of the Sacred Heart, an Italian nun, turned …
