Indian Defence News

India has added a major boost to its naval strength with the commissioning of INS Taragiri in Visakhapatnam. Stealth frigate, part of Project 17A, is equipped with advanced radar, sonar and BrahMos missile systems. With over 75% indigenous content, it highlights India’s growing defence capability. Rajnath Singh said it boosts maritime security.

India on Friday commissioned its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman, enhancing the country's sea-based nuclear deterrence.

The Ministry of Defence has floated a request for information (RFI) for the procurement of next-generation air defence gun system (ADG-NG) and ammunition for the Indian Army, designed to counter evolving aerial threats, including drones, aircraft, and missiles.

Defence Ministry has signed ₹1,950 crore deal with Bharat Electronics Limited to supply two indigenous Mountain Radars for IAF. Developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation, these radars will improve air surveillance in high-altitude areas. The deal supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat and strengthens defence capabilities.

India’s vulnerable Siliguri Corridor demands urgent upgrades—alternate roads, forward military presence, and hardened utilities—to prevent a strategic chokehold on the Northeast.

India has officially declared an end to Naxalism after more than 50 years of conflict. The government used a mix of security action and strong development work in affected areas. Thousands of schools, hospitals, roads, and banking services were built in remote tribal regions. Welfare schemes also reached more people

India's Army, Navy and IAF carried out major joint exercise called 'Dweep Shakti' from March 24 to 28 in Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The drill tested quick response, amphibious assaults and coordinated operations using modern equipment and drones. It showed strong preparedness and teamwork among forces. Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar praised the troops.

The Ministry of Defence has floated a request for information (RFI) to procure around 50 Basic Gunnery Simulators (BGS) for the Indian Army’s Tank T-90 fleet training.

IAF plans to arm MiG-29 UPG jets with ASRAAM, replacing R-73 missiles. The move boosts close-combat capability amid China’s PL-10 and Pakistan’s PL-10E deployments.

India has approved defence procurement proposals worth Rs 2.38 lakh crore, taking the total approvals this year to a record Rs 6.73 lakh crore. The plans cover the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard, including missiles, artillery, transport aircraft and drones. The move aims to boost military strength, improve surveillance and modernise equipment.