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Indian Army to Receive 3 Apache Helicopters on July 21; Deploy Along Pakistan Border

Shared Borders, Shared Threats: India-Nepal Strategy to Dismantle Pakistan's Terror Web

India's MDL eyes 200,000-metric tonne shipbuilding capacity as China expands naval fleet

Operation Shiva launched: 8,500 troops, drones and tech deployed to secure Amarnath Yatra

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IAF Jaguar crash in Rajasthan's Churu: Both pilots killed, second mishap in 3 months

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Hindustan Shipyard partners with Pentagon rugged systems on anti-drone maritime technology

HSL, state-owned defence shipbuilder, has signed a strategic agreement with Pentagon Rugged Systems India Ltd to enhance naval capabilities with advanced anti-drone technology and secure long-range maritime communications.

Who is Sub Lieutenant Aastha Poonia, the Indian Navy's first woman fighter pilot?

Sub Lt Aastha Poonia becomes the first woman fighter pilot in Indian Navy history, set to fly the MiG-29K and lead the way for gender inclusivity in naval aviation.

DAC accords AON for 10 capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 1.05 lakh crore for services

India's Defence Acquisition Council approved 10 capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 1.05 lakh crore.

India, France joint military Exercise Shakti 2025 concludes in France

The armies of India and France concluded their 8th edition of joint military exercise Shakti at Camp Larzac, La Cavalerie in France.

From Shimla Agreement to Operation Sindoor: India's shift from strategic patience to protective assertiveness

India sheds decades of strategic patience to adopt a doctrine of protective assertiveness against Pakistan's provocations, marking a decisive shift in its security and diplomatic posture.

Russian shipborne air defence system Shtil-1 to be main weapon of INS Tamal

INS Tamal, the Indian Navy's new stealth frigate, is armed with Russia’s advanced Shtil-1 missile system using 9M317ME SAMs. It offers a 50-km range, rapid launch, and robust anti-air defense.

Indian Army signs Rs 300 crore deal with SMPP for bulletproof jackets, AK-47-proof helmets

Defence firm SMPP has secured a Rs 300 crore contract under Emergency Procurement 5 to supply 27,700 bulletproof jackets and 11,700 advanced ballistic helmets to the Indian Army, enhancing soldier safety with world-class protection.

UK now agrees to move stranded F-35 fighter jet to MRO facility at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport

After two weeks of hesitation, the UK has agreed to move its stranded F-35B fighter jet to the MRO facility at Thiruvananthapuram Airport. A 40-member British team will carry out repairs soon.

F-35B Lightning II fighter stranded in Kerala: Engineers from UK to fly in to repair Royal Navy jet

A UK Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet grounded in Thiruvananthapuram for 13 days after an emergency landing will be repaired by British engineers, with Indian authorities assisting the recovery.

Rajnath Singh empowers CDS to issue joint orders across Army, Navy and Air Force for greater synergy

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has authorised CDS Gen Anil Chauhan to issue joint orders for all three armed services. The move aims to improve coordination, efficiency, and transparency in preparation for Integrated Theatre Commands.