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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 appr ...Read More >
In an inspiring announcement, India's defence production has soared to an impressive Rs 1.5 lakh crore, with an important Rs 33,000 crore coming from the private sector. At a recent book launch, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh celebrated this advancement while stressing the significance of civil-military integration for our national security and the quest for technological independence. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said that domestic defence production has increased to Rs 1.5 lakh ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The top echelon of the Indian Navy is to gather here for the second edition of its biannual Commanders' Conference 2025. The conference is scheduled for a period of three days at New Delhi from 22 to 24 October. As per the Navy, "The Conference assumes greater significance in the backdrop of 'Operation Sindoor', and the Navy's high tempo of operations and combat preparedness. The Navy's focus on enhancing combat capabilities, interoperability, and joint operations with the Indian Arm ...Read More >
Our youth are continuously making breakthroughs in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Robotics, Quantum Communication, and Space Technology. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said while some countries adopt protectionist policies and sometimes withhold information on disruptive technologies, India has successfully challenged these barriers and proved that a country can become self-reliant in any field if intentions are clear. India cannot depend on import of technolog ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 8: The 93rd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) was celebrated with full military splendour at Air Force Station Hindan today. The event was attended by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, the Chiefs of the Army and Naval Staff, and was reviewed by Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh. The ceremony began with the marching in of the President's Colours, symbolising unity and pride. Three Mi-17 1V helicopters, flying in the 'Dhwaj' formation, presente ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, along with Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh, and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Durga Puja. According to the President's Secretariat, the President said, "On the auspicious ...Read More >
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan called for preparedness against future bio-threats. He also highlighted the need for training against radiological contamination from nuclear weapons. General Chauhan spoke at the Military Nursing Service's 100th Raising Day event. He praised the MNS for its selfless service to the nation. He emphasized jointness among armed forces. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday called for preparedness against bio-threats and radio conta ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) India's security calculus should take into consideration the possible challenges from nuclear weapons as such an approach will contribute to the deterrence mechanism, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan said on Tuesday. After Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India will not be deterred by nuclear blackmail, Gen Chauhan said. "While the possibility of use of nuclear weapons in our context is very low, it would be prudent to take this into ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday described ex-servicemen as a "national asset", saying they bring decades of experience, leadership, discipline, and strategic thinking to society. He was speaking at a two-day national conclave on 'Viksit Bharat and Ex-Servicemen Welfare' organised by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW) under the Ministry of Defence at Manekshaw Centre here. Singh said veterans play a pivotal role in fostering trust, unity, and collabo ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Sep 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Chief of Air Force, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, on Friday took the last flight of the iconic fighter jet MIG-21 for the Chandigarh airbase as the aircraft fleet was decommissioned after defending the Indian skies for 62 years with its glorious history of shooting down planes of Pakistan in both the 1965 and 1971 wars. The Soviet-era fighter MiG-21 Bison had hit the headlines in 2019 when Group Captain (then Wing Commander) Abhinandan Varthaman scripted ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A little over four months after India conducted deep precision strikes against Pakistan under Operation Sindoor, the govt has approved General Anil Chauhan's extension of service as the Chief of Defence Staff and secretary of the Department of Military Affairs till May 30 next year when he turns 65. Gen Chauhan, who was commissioned in the 11 Gorkha Rifles in 1981, was appointed the country's second CDS in Sept 2022 after his predecessor, Gen Bipin Rawat, died in a helicopter crash in ...Read More >
Prominent Indian leaders, including Union Minister JP Nadda, participated in the cleanliness campaign 'Swachhta Hi Seva'. The drive, part of the Sewa Pakhwada initiative, aims to encourage citizens to contribute to a cleaner India. Efforts were particularly focused on Chandni Chowk, a significant heritage and commercial area. Union Chemicals and Fertilisers Minister JP Nadda engaged in a nationwide cleanliness initiative on Thursday, urging fellow citizens to join the 'Swachhta Hi Seva' movemen ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a three-day Combined Commanders' Conference of the armed forces at the Eastern Command headquarters here on September 15. Focusing on reforms, transformation and operational preparedness, the theme for this year's conference is 'Year of Reforms - Transforming for the Future'. "The focus of the conference reflects the armed forces' commitment to institutional reforms, deeper integration and technological modernisation, while sustaining a high level o ...Read More >
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the Armed Forces for the success of 'Operation Sindoor' and urged the defence ministry to implement steps to achieve greater self-sufficiency and innovation to meet future challenges, an official said. Inaugurating the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Army at Vijay Durg, the erstwhile Fort William, here, the PM reviewed the reforms implemented in the last two years, and the plan for the n ...Read More >
KOLKATA/NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi on Monday directed the defence ministry to 'swiftly implement concrete steps' to achieve greater jointness, atmanirbharta and innovation to meet future challenges, amid the continuing differences among the Army, Navy and IAF over the creation of theatre commands for an integrated and cost-effective war-fighting machinery.Inaugurating the biennial three-day combined commanders conference (CCC) at Kolkata, the PM also reviewed the security situation and operatio ...Read More >
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday instructed the defence ministry to swiftly implement concrete steps to achieve greater jointness, atmanirbharta and innovation to meet future challenges and requirements of an evolving battlefield. He was speaking at the inauguration of the three-day 16th Combined Commanders Conference (CCC) 2025 at the Eastern Command headquarters in Kolkata on Monday morning. Modi hailed the armed forces for their role in nation building, anti-piracy, safe retur ...Read More >
Kolkata, September 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reviewed the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces during the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) in Kolkata. The Prime Minister was briefed on the operational readiness in the context of the new normal created by Operation Sindoor, and the future of warfare amidst the emerging technology and tactics. He also reviewed the reforms implemented in the last two years, and the plan for the next two ...Read More >
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday had attended the Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC2025) in Kolkata, hosted by Headquarters Eastern Command. According to a press statement issued by the ministry of defence, the Prime Minister had lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their exemplary role in 'Operation Sindoor' and highlighted their vital contribution towards nation building. According to sources, in order to meet future challenges, Modi had asked the defence ministry to implemen ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reviewed the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces during the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) in Kolkata. The Prime Minister was briefed on the operational readiness in the context of the new normal created by Operation Sindoor, and the future of warfare amidst the emerging technology and tactics. He also reviewed the reforms implemented in the last two years, a ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reviewed the security situation and the operational preparedness of the Armed Forces during the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) in Kolkata. The Prime Minister was briefed on the operational readiness in the context of the new normal created by Operation Sindoor, and the future of warfare amidst the emerging technology and tactics. He also reviewed the reforms implemented in the last two years, a ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 15 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the Armed Forces for the success of 'Operation Sindoor', and urged the defence ministry to implement steps to achieve greater self-sufficiency and innovation to meet future challenges, an official said. Inaugurating the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Army at Vijay Durg, the erstwhile Fort William, here, the PM reviewed the reforms implemented in the last two years, and the ...Read More >
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emphasised on the Indian armed forces' jointness, atmanirbharta and innovation for enhanced operational readiness after inaugurating its Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters, Fort William, in the city. Mr Modi also unveiled the 'Indian Armed Forces Vision 2047' document at the CCC for a future-ready military. Defence minister Rajnath Singh, MoS defence Sanjay Seth, NSA Ajit Doval, defence secretary Rajesh Kumar ...Read More >
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 16th edition of the Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC2025) in Kolkata on Monday. The biennial conference is being hosted by the Army's Eastern Command at its headquarters in Vijay Durg (formerly Fort William). The theme of the conference is 'Year of Reforms - Transformation for the Future' and it focuses on driving transformative reforms across the Indian Armed Forces. Deliberations are being held on a wide range of strategic issues - inc ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attended the Combined Commanders' Conference CCC2025 in Kolkata, hosted by Headquarters Eastern Command. Based on the theme 'Year of Reforms - Transformation for the Future', it focused on driving transformative reforms across the Indian Armed Forces. Deliberations are being held on a wide range of strategic issues, including force modernisation, jointness, integration and enhancing operational readiness f ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 15 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the three-day Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg, the erstwhile Fort William, in Kolkata. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and the chiefs of the Army, Navy and Air Force were among the key participants in the high-level meet. The biennial ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the three-day Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at Vijay Durg, the Eastern Command Headquarters of the Indian Army, the erstwhile Fort William in Kolkata. PM Modi arrived in the West Bengal state capital city on Sunday evening and spent the night at Raj Bhavan. On Monday morning, he inaugurated the key defence meet at Vijay Durg. After attending the event, PM Modi left for Bihar, thus concluding his visit t ...Read More >
Kolkata, September 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the three-day Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at Vijay Durg, the Eastern Command Headquarters of the Indian Army, the erstwhile Fort William in Kolkata. PM Modi arrived in the West Bengal state capital city on Sunday evening and spent the night at Raj Bhavan. On Monday morning, he inaugurated the key defence meet at Vijay Durg. After attending the event, PM Modi left for Bihar, thus concluding his visit to Kolkata. ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 15 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the three-day Combined Commanders' Conference (CCC) at the Eastern Command headquarters of the Indian Army at Vijay Durg, the erstwhile Fort William, in Kolkata. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also attended the crucial meet, the first such conference after Operation Sindoor. Operation Sindoor was conceived as a punitive and targeted campaign to dismantle the terror infrastructure across the Line of Control and deeper insi ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 15 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived here, is scheduled to inaugurate a key defence conference at Fort William, the headquarters of the Indian Army's Eastern Command in the city. "After programmes in Assam, I landed in Kolkata, where I will take part in the Combined Commanders' Conference tomorrow," Modi said before arriving in the city to unveil a three-day armed forces conference at Fort William. Modi also shared visuals of a grand welcome at Kolkata Airport last e ...Read More >
Kolkata: After his two-day visit to the northeastern states of Manipur, Mizoram and Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the three-day 16th Combined Commanders Conference (CCC) in Kolkata at the Eastern Command headquarters on Monday morning. The theme for this year's conference is 'Year of Reforms - Transforming for the Future'. The high-level conference will be attended by defence minister Rajnath Singh, national security advisor Ajit Doval, chief of defence staff General Anil ...Read More >
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