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

Bharat Forge wins Indian Army bid to supply 4.25 lakh DRDO-developed CQB carbines

ideaForge secures Rs 137 cr order to supply hybrid mini UAVs to Indian Army

Exclusive | India's rocket power surge: 6 Pinaka regiments set for 2026 finish line, raising of 2 underway

Indian Navy celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga with record participation (WATCH)

Big spends, no action: Pakistan Navy stayed anchored during India's Operation Sindoor

Exclusive: Indian Army begins raising third Dhanush regiment to boost artillery strength Defence Ministry begins reforms in defence acquisition procedures for arms procurement DRDO invites expression of interest for 5.5-Gen AMCA fighter prototypes Indian Army scales Shahi Kangri, Silver Peak in Ladakh to honour Galwan heroes

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India boosts nuclear stockpile to 180, China races ahead with 600 warheads

India now possesses 180 nuclear warheads, up from 172 in 2024, while China has surged ahead to 600, adding 100 in a year. SIPRI warns of global arsenal growth and rising nuclear conflict risks.

British F-35 fighter jet makes emergency landing in Kerala due to low fuel

A British F-35 fighter jet from the UK’s Prince of Wales carrier group made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram airport due to low fuel after rough seas prevented its return to the carrier off the Kerala coast.

Two Sri Lankan cadets complete pre-commission training at IMA

At the 156th IMA Passing Out Parade, 667 cadets, including 32 from 9 foreign countries and 2 Sri Lankans, were commissioned. Lt Gen Lasantha Rodrigo's presence highlighted India's regional military diplomacy and leadership role.

Post 4-day India-Pakistan conflict, China thrust will only increase | Opinion

Post 96-hour India-Pakistan conflict, a fragile ceasefire hides deeper threats from a growing China-Pakistan axis, with India staring at a four-front hybrid war involving terror, tech, and territorial traps.

WATCH: IAF Apache makes emergency landing in Punjab, second such incident in a week

An Indian Air Force Apache helicopter made an emergency landing in Punjab’s Pathankot on Friday. No damage or injuries were reported. This marks the second such precautionary landing involving an Apache chopper in one week.

How the Indian Army carved a 6-km snow route to Hemkund Sahib with grit and precision

Indian Army Sappers recently clear a 6-km snow route to Hemkund Sahib at 15,000 ft, enabling timely pilgrimage amid harsh Himalayan conditions.

India, US air forces conduct first-ever “Tiger Claw” exercise

The Indian and US Air Forces concluded their first-ever independent joint Special Forces exercise, Tiger Claw 2025, strengthening their partnership and interoperability.

Indian Navy, UK Carrier Strike Group conduct joint passage exercise in North Arabian Sea

The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar, submarine and maritime patrol aircraft P8I participated in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the UK Carrier Strike Group in the North Arabian Sea on June 9 and 10.

Anil Ambani’s Reliance Defence, Germany’s Diehl Defence to produce advanced munitions for Indian armed forces

Reliance Defence and Germany's Diehl Defence have partnered to produce next-generation guided munitions in India. This collaboration aims to enhance India's precision strike capabilities and aligns with the Make in India initiative.

Indian Army begins nationwide tribute to families of Kargil War heroes

The Indian Army has begun a heartfelt outreach to honour families of the 545 soldiers martyred in the 1999 Kargil War. Representatives will visit homes across 25 states, offering gratitude, mementos, and assistance.