India’s Defence Exports Hit Record ₹23,622 Cr in FY25
India’s defence exports have reached a new zenith in Financial Year 2024-25, scaling to Rs 23,622 crore. This represents a robust 12.04% increase over the previous fiscal year, underscoring a…
India launches Operation Brahma to provide assistance to Myanmar
In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand on 28 Mar 25, the Government of India has launched Operation Brahma for rendering assistance to Myanmar. Under MEA’s…
India Successfully Test VL-SRSAM
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy have successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenously developed Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VL-SRSAM). The test was carried…
Indian Navy Inducts 25T Bollard Pull Tug ‘YUVAN’ (Yard 338)
On 26 March 2025, the Indian Navy inducted ‘YUVAN’ (Yard 338), the fourth 25T Bollard Pull Tug, further strengthening its maritime operational capabilities. Built under the ‘Make in India’ initiative,…
MoD Inks ₹6,900 Cr Deal for ATAGS & HMV
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts with Bharat Forge Limited and Tata Advanced System Limited for the procurement of 155mm/52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) and…
India’s Defense Production Hits ₹1.27 Lakh Crore
India’s defence production has grown at an extraordinary pace since the launch of the “Make in India” initiative, reaching a record ₹1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24. Once dependent on…
Goa Shipyard Launches Second P1135.6 Frigate ‘Tavasya’
On March 22, 2025, Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) achieved a significant milestone by launching ‘Tavasya’, the second frigate of Project 1135.6 (Yard 1259). This event underscores India’s progress in indigenous…
Keel Laid for Next-Gen Offshore Patrol Vessels
On March 23, 2025, the keel laying ceremony for the second and third Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs), designated as Yard 1281 and Yard 1282, took place at Yeoman…
Yard 133 (LSAM 23) Delivered to Indian Navy
In a major boost to India’s indigenous shipbuilding efforts, Yard 133 (LSAM 23) has been successfully delivered to the Indian Navy. The vessel is part of India’s ongoing efforts to…
Tejas MK1 Test-Fires BVR Air-to-Air Missile
In a significant boost to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) AF MK1 has successfully test-fired a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Air-to-Air Missile. The test validates…