Ministry Of Defence

Decoded: What is the K9 Vajra, and why is India buying hundreds more?

Built for desert warfare, the K9 Vajra has also been deployed in Ladakh's extreme cold. Here's how the self-propelled gun works, what it costs and why India is expanding its fleet

Centre extends Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh's tenure by one year

The Centre has extended the tenure of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh by one year, till October 31, 2027, according to an official order issued on Saturday. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the extension of Singh, a 1989-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre, beyond his scheduled tenure ending on October 31, 2026. "The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved extension in the service of Rajesh Kumar Singh, IAS (KL:89) as Secretary, Department of Defence, Ministry of Defence, for a period of one year beyond 31.10.2026, i.e. up to 31.10.2027 or until further orders whichever is earlier," the order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) read. The extension was granted in relaxation of the provisions of Fundamental Rule 56(d) and Rule 16(1A) of the All India Services (Death-cum-Retirement Benefits) Rules, 1958, the order said.

Defence Ministry signs ₹4,106 cr deals for IAF satellite, Navy torpedoes

Communication satellite contract worth ₹2,563 crore; ₹1,543 crore deal for torpedoes

Su-30MKI, T-90 parts among ₹3,000-cr defence items to be indigenised

MoD's sixth Positive Indigenisation List bars import of 405 'strategically important items' from a specified date

Kusha maiden test places India in elite long-range air defence club

The DRDO-developed Kusha missile successfully intercepted a simulated aerial target, marking a major milestone in India's pursuit of self-reliance in strategic air defence

India invites private firms to build high-altitude surveillance airships

The ₹15,000-crore programme aims to develop indigenous near-space airships for persistent surveillance, with the Centre funding up to 70 per cent of development costs

Execution pick-up needed for the order book-loaded defence sector

India's defence sector has a robust order pipeline supported by higher procurement approvals, but faster execution remains critical to convert orders into revenue and sustain growth

Mighty, majestic and matchless: INS Mahendragiri set for induction

India will commission its sixth indigenous stealth frigate, INS Mahendragiri, on July 11, strengthening maritime deterrence and advancing self-reliance under Project 17A

Defence shares Zen, Paras, Dynamatic, Unimech rally up to 6%; here's why

Defence stocks in focus: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved capital acquisition proposals worth about ₹52,000 crore to strengthen the combat capabilities of the armed forces.

Bharat Forge gains 2%, hits new high; what's driving stock price?

Bharat Forge secured a ₹425 crore contract from the Ministry of Defence to supply Gas Turbine Generators (GTGs) for the Indian Navy.

Bharat Forge bags ₹425 crore Indian Navy gas turbine generator order

The contract involves supplying indigenous gas turbine generators for Kolkata-class destroyers and marks a step forward in naval equipment indigenisation

Defence ministry signs ₹449 crore deal for 20 indigenous Navy GNSS jammers

The induction of the systems will support the safe operation of Indian Navy vessels in complex operational conditions

Govt appoints new CDS, Navy chief amid theatre command restructuring push

Lt Gen N S Raja Subramani (Retd.) to lead military integration push, while Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan takes charge amid maritime security challenges

India test-fires glide weapon system for precision long-range strikes

India conducted the maiden flight-trial of the indigenous TARA glide weapon system, enhancing the Indian Air Force's stand-off precision strike capability with a low-cost smart munition

MoD signs ₹975 crore deal to boost Army's mine-clearing capability

India boosts battlefield mobility as Ministry of Defence signs ₹975 crore deal for indigenous mine-clearing systems for T-72 Ajeya and T-90 Bhishma tanks

Govt appoints Kompella Venkata Ramana Murty as Sebi whole-time member

March 24 (Reuters) - India has ​appointed ompella ​Venkata Ramana ‌Murty as whole-time member of market egulator Securities & Exchange Board of India ‌for a period of three years, a government otice showed late ​on uesday.

MoD signs ₹5,083 crore helicopter, missile deals with HAL and Russia

The Dornier 228 is a light transport and maritime patrol aircraft known for its short take-off and landing capability, making it ideal for operations from coastal airstrips

US Congress delegation, envoy Sergio Gor holds meeting with defence secy

The meeting, held on January 27 featured wide-ranging discussions on deepening defence industry collaboration and advancing bilateral military ties

Republic Day 2026: Bhairav commandos, indigenous weapons to headline parade

For the first time, select armed forces contingents will appear in 'battle array' formations, showcasing how equipment and manpower are integrated in combat

₹3.84 trn in weapon, equipment acquisition proposals approved in 2025: MoD

While these proposals will take time to translate into contracts, they nonetheless point to an enhanced focus on military modernisation