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Army to become 'future-ready' with three-phase transformation plan: COAS

COAS says initiative is aligned with the Viksit Bharat vision and will culminate in 2047

India needs a national defence innovation authority: SIDM President

Navy chief says more than 150 new start-ups and MSMEs have entered the defence ecosystem

Spice exporters look to tap new markets in Russia, Africa, Southeast Asia

Spices exports have been hit hard due to punitive US tariffs

Will continue to consider terrorists, their backers alike: Army chief

India will continue to consider the terrorists and their supporters alike, and it will respond firmly to terrorism, Chief of Army Staff Gen Upendra Dwivedi said on Monday, in a firm message to Pakistan. In an interactive session, the Army Chief also broadly said that there has been improvement in India's relations with China in the last one year following talks between the leadership of the two countries. On cross-border terrorism from Pakistan, Gen Dwivedi said New Delhi has been following a policy of new normal in dealing with Pakistan, and it will be a challenge for the neighbouring country if it continues to support terror groups targeting India. "India focuses on progress and prosperity. If someone creates obstacles in our course, then we will have to take some action against them," he said. "We have said that talks and terror can't go together; blood and water cannot follow together. We are for a peaceful process, which we will cooperate with. Until then, we will treat ...

Karnataka to set up 5 world-class aerospace, defence parks: Dy CM Shivkumar

Shivkumar said the initiative aims to strengthen Karnataka's leadership in aerospace and defence manufacturing while creating new opportunities for skilled talent

GSL picks AP's Machilipatnam for warship-building, defence manufacturing

The MoU between APMB and GSL positions Machilipatnam to emerge as a key pillar in India's shipbuilding ecosystem

Germany to purchase 20 more Airbus helicopters in €1 billion defence deal

The funding commitment, first reported by Bloomberg, is contained in a finance ministry paper to be presented to parliament, seen by Reuters on Sunday

Pakistan amends Constitution to give Asim Munir new powers: Details

The 27th Amendment Bill creates the post of Chief of Defence Forces, merges it with the army chief's office, and abolishes the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee

Defence secy explores production avenues in Israel's defence companies

As per the Ministry of Defence, the delegation led by Singh aimed at strengthening Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative

Defence secretary, Israeli minister sign MoU to boost defence ties

The MoU outlines a wide range of areas for cooperation, including strategic dialogues, training, defence industrial partnerships, and capability development

CDS calls for incorporating lessons from Op Sindoor into theatre model

Post Operation Sindoor, there are some "more lessons" that the armed forces have learned and it needs to be incorporated into the model of the planned theaterisation, Chief of the Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan said on Tuesday. In his remarks during an interaction at India Defence Conclave 2025, hosted by defence think-tank Bharat Shakti, he also said that "we should have our ISR (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance) and kinetic operation capabilities across the length and breadth of Pakistan, that would be I think, new normal" post the decisive military operation conducted in May. He was asked what the new normal articulated by the government meant for the Indian military. "For armed forces, it should translate into new normal for us also. That would mean something like better operational preparedness, 24x7, that I think is very, very essential. We should be better prepared in our air defence, counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial System), electronic warfare, that should be new ..

Not opposed to new structure, says IAF chief on theaterisation move

Any decision on creating a new structure for tri-services synergy will be based on national interest and deliberations on it are underway, Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, said on Tuesday on the proposed theaterisation plan for the military. In an interactive session, the air chief marshal also pitched for creating a joint structure comprising the three services, para-military forces and certain civilian entities to handle issues relating to use of drones. He also dispelled perceptions in some quarters that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is opposed to the reform initiative and at the same time suggested the new reform measure should be taken forward after careful discussions and analysis. "I am not saying that we do not need another structure. We may need another joint structure. But my way of looking at it is, let's not go by some structures that exist somewhere else and say this will fit us," he said at the India Defence Conclave hosted by Bharat Shakti. Air Chief ...

Rajnath Singh unveils new defence revenue procurement manual 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday unveiled a new manual to simplify and rationalise the revenue procurement process for the armed forces. The Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 will come into effect from November 1. The revenue procurement by the defence services and other organisations under the defence ministry is regulated by the DPM. It was last promulgated in 2009. "Effective from November 1, the new procurement manual will facilitate the revenue procurement amounting to approximately Rs 1 lakh crore by the three services and other establishments under Ministry of Defence (MoD)," an official statement said. The defence minister expressed confidence that the new manual will simplify the procedures, bring uniformity in functioning and will be helpful in providing goods and services required by the armed forces for operational preparedness. It will also provide more opportunities to MSMEs and start-ups in the field of defence manufacturing and technology, ensuring ..

BEML, Kineco partner to develop advanced composites for defence, aerospace

State-owned BEML has partnered with Kineco Ltd to work in the field of advanced composite manufacturing for defence and aerospace applications. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was exchanged in the presence of BEML CMD Shantanu Roy, and Shekhar Sardessai, Founder and CMD, Kineco Limited, along with senior officials from both organisations in the national capital. As part of the collaboration, BEML and Kineco will jointly engage in the development and manufacturing of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) structures, glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) panels and components, honeycomb cores, foams, and bonding consumables for metallic detail parts. These advanced materials are integral to next-generation aerospace and defence systems, offering lightweight strength, enhanced durability, and superior performance. "By integrating Kineco's composite manufacturing expertise with BEML's engineering excellence, we aim to create world-class solutions that reinforce India's pursuit o

India–Mongolia bilateral meet: 10 key agreements signed; know details

During Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa’s visit to New Delhi, both nations deepened cooperation in defence, energy, culture, and spiritual exchanges.

Goodluck India to invest ₹500 cr to scale up artillery shell casing output

Production of a test batch of empty shells commenced at the facility earlier this month, said Goodluck India Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ram Agarwal

India to boost people-to-people ties with Mongolia, provide free e-visas

Both sides exchanged MoUs for cooperation in humanitarian aid, restoration of heritage sites in Mongolia, cooperation in immigration, and sharing of digital solutions

Germany plans to acquire armoured vehicles worth almost $7 billion

The lower house of parliament's budget committee is set to approve the arms deal for the country's army in the next few days

Adani ties up with MTAR Technologies for Amca stealth jet race: Sources

Seven competing entities - including HAL, the Kalyani Group, Tata, Adani, and L&T - responded to the EoI last month to qualify for building the AMCA prototype

Indian Navy to commission second ASW Shallow Water Craft Androth on Oct 6

The Indian Navy will commission 'Androth', the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard here on October 6. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC). "The Indian Navy is set to commission 'Androth', the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam," said an official release from the Eastern Naval Command on Sunday. "The commissioning of Androth marks yet another milestone in the Navy's steady stride towards capability enhancement and indigenisation," it said. Built by Kolkata-based Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Androth has over 80 per cent indigenous content, reflecting India's growing maritime self-reliance and commitment to innovative home-grown technologies. The ship's induction is expected to significantly bolster the Navy's ASW capabilities, particularly in ...