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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 >
NEW DELHI: In an important development aimed at bringing logistical efficiency to its formations in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), including the high-altitude regions critical to India's national security, the first exclusive freight train successfully touched Anantnag. The Army on Monday said, "Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) witnessed a historic milestone with the successful run of Freight Train, the first exclusive freight train of the Indian Army, from BD Bari to Anantnag on 12-13 S ...Read More >
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd delivered Androth, the second anti-submarine warfare shallow watercraft, to the Indian Navy. This delivery, following the first ship Arnala, strengthens India's maritime security. Androth features an indigenous 30 mm naval surface gun and is designed for subsurface surveillance, search, and attack operations in coastal waters. Defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd on Saturday delivered to the Indian Navy an anti-submari ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Indian Navy is set to add to its fleet another anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft 'Androth', second of the eight ASW SWCs (Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft), built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. Calling the step important, a source said, "The focus on the anti-submarine warfare is conspicuous with the Navy's planned induction of 16 ASW-SWCs, the six P-8I Poseidon, and more UAVs and Drones for the purpose." The Navy commissioned the ...Read More >
India has already ordered 180 LCA Mark1A jets (Representational) ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Defence Ministry is reviewing IAF's proposal for 114 Made in India Rafale jets * The deal is worth over Rs 2 lakh crore with 60% indigenous content * Rafale fleet will reach 176 including 36 IAF and 36 Navy jets after the deal is completed Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: The Defence Ministry has received and started discussio ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a boost to India's anti-submarine warfare capability, Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, has been delivered to the Indian Navy. The ASW SWC ships have been indigenously designed and constructed at GRSE in accordance with the Classification Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS). They enhance the Navy's anti-submarine, coastal surveillance, and mine-laying capabilities. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 14 (PTI) The Indian Navy has received an indigenously-built anti-submarine warfare ship that is expected to boost its maritime prowess against the backdrop of China's growing forays into the Indian Ocean. 'Androth', the second of the eight anti-submarine warfare-shallow water craft (ASW-SWC), has been built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. The ship was delivered to the Indian Navy on Saturday, marking yet another step towards self-reliance in defence m ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Indian Air Force has submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Defence for the procurement of 114 "Made in India" Rafale fighter jets, officials said. The plan envisages joint production by French manufacturer Dassault Aviation and Indian aerospace firms, with around 60% indigenous components in the aircraft. Proposal Follows Rafale's Strong Showing in Operations Sources indicated that the decision was influenced by the Rafale's impressive performance during Operation Sindoor agai ...Read More >
INS Aravali, which takes its name from the enduring Aravali range, has been established to extend support to multiple information and communication centres of the Navy. The Indian Navy will commission INS Aravali at Gurugram on September 12 in the presence of Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, the Ministry of Defence announced in a press release. INS Aravali, which takes its name from the enduring Aravali range, has been established to extend support to multiple information a ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 12 (PTI) In the increasingly complex and challenging maritime environment, where threats can emerge swiftly and "often invisibly", the ability to collect, analyse and share information in real-time will "define both deterrence and defence," Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Friday. In his address, on the commissioning of the Navy's latest naval base INS Aravali, he also said the "threats of tomorrow can only be met by the collaborations we build today". INS Aravali wa ...Read More >
New Delhi: Tensions between the US and Venezuela are increasing. Two Venezuelan F-16 fighter jets flew over the US warship USS Jason Dunham in the Caribbean Sea on Thursday, September 4. The US criticised this move and said that Venezuela is trying to show strength. The US Defence Department warned Venezuela in a statement issued late at night that if it makes such provocative actions in future, it should be ready to face the consequences. Dunham is a guided-missile destroyer warship that the ...Read More >
India's naval capabilities are set to receive a significant boost with the simultaneous commissioning of 'Udaygiri' and 'Himgiri' at Visakhapatnam. These Project 17A stealth frigates, built by MDL and GRSE respectively, represent a major step towards self-reliance in warship design and construction. The ships will enhance India's maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. The Navy is all set to augment its combat readiness and strengthen India's ability to safeguard its maritime interests wi ...Read More >
Vishakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 26 (ANI): Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi on Tuesday highlighted the Indian Navy's growing maritime strength and its critical role in safeguarding national security, citing the operational success of 'Operation Sindoor'. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of two state-of-the-art Project 17A multi-mission stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, Admiral Tripathi said the Navy today stands as a 'credible deterrence agai ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 26 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said India is fully capable of safeguarding its maritime boundaries and is prepared to respond swiftly and decisively under any circumstances. He was speaking at the commissioning ceremony of two indigenously built multi-mission stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, in Visakhapatnam. I express my heartfelt appreciation to all those who, with complete dedication, are engaged in the servic ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: The depression over northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and north Andhra Pradesh - south Odisha coasts moved north-north-westwards and crossed South Odisha coast close to Gopalpur during early morning of Tuesday and lay cantered over south coastal Odisha. Weatherman said it was likely to move north-westwards across south Odisha and south Chhattisgarh and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during next few hours. Under its influence, thunderstorms accompani ...Read More >
New Delhi: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has brought out a special module to teach schoolchildren on Operation Sindoor. The module, meant for students from classes III to XII, is about India's response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack and the operations that followed. It explains the country's defence preparedness, use of new technology and rising global role. The module first mentions several attempts by Pakistan to disrupt peace in India, touching brie ...Read More >
Amid Operation Sindoor, there have been increasing efforts to induct a range of new generation military platforms, equipment and modern technologies. Following Operation Sindoor, the Indian armed forces have been holding discussions about the retention of Agniveers, according to Indian Express. The decision will be reportedly taken after considering the requirement for an ideal ratio between technically proficient and trained manpower and a reduced age profile of soldiers in Army. Since its i ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The success of Operation Sindoor will be hailed at the Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort on Friday, three months after Indian forces hit terror and military targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. A Mi-17 helicopter will troop a flag depicting Operation Sindoor, the invitation cards carry the operation's distinct logo, the view cutter at Gyanpath will showcase the logo, and the floral decoration will be based o ...Read More >
Mayurbhanj (Odisha): Collector and District Magistrate of Mayurbhanj, Hema Kanta Say, sharing information on the Indian Air Force (IAF) Agniveer Vayu Recruitment drive, said that people from 12 Indian states will participate in the recruitment drive, including people from the tribal areas of Mayurbhanj. The drive will be conducted from August 27 to September 4, 2025, in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district. Statement Of The Collector & District Magistrate Of Mayurbhanj While speaking to ANI on Saturda ...Read More >
MANILA - The Philippine Navy (PN) and the Indian Navy (IN) reiterated their commitment to boosting their defense ties following the meeting of ranking officials of the two services on Thursday. In a statement on Friday, the PN said the meeting between Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, commander of the IN's Eastern Fleet, and PN vice commander Maj. Gen. Edwin Amadar took place at the PN's headquarters in Manila. "Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral naval cooperation through training exchanges, ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan An ...Read More >
Imphal, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Navy Football Team (INFT) earned a crucial 2-1 win over I-League side Real Kashmir FC (RKFC) in a closely-contested Group F encounter of the 134th Durand Cup to earn the first victory in the competition since 2021 at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium here on Friday. Goals from Vijay Marandi (6') and Sreyas V.G. (70') ensured full points for the Sailors, while Franck William Sessegnon's 64th-minute strike proved to be a consolation for the Snow Leopards. Head ...Read More >
Indian Navy got a 2-1 win over Real Kashmir FC in the 134th Durand Cup. Goals by Vijay Marandi and Sreyas V G secured the win despite Franck Sessegnon's equaliser. Indian Navy Football Team (INFT) earned a crucial 2-1 win over I-League side Real Kashmir FC (RKFC) in a closely contested Group F encounter of the 134th Durand Cup, here at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium, to earn the first victory in the competition since 2021. Goals from Vijay Marandi (6') and Sreyas V G (70') ensured full points ...Read More >
Chennai, August 1: Actor, music director and producer G V Prakash Kumar, who has won the National Award for Best Music Direction (Songs) for the Tamil, Telugu bilingual film Vaathi, has called the honour "a blessing for the second time". Taking to his X timeline soon after the 71st National Awards were announced, G V Prakash expressed his gratitude to the jury and the selection committee of the National Awards and the entire team of Vaathi. G V Prakash wrote, "A blessing for the second time. I' ...Read More >
Imphal (Manipur) [India], August 1 (ANI): Indian Navy Football Team (INFT) earned a crucial 2-1 win over I-League side Real Kashmir FC (RKFC) in a closely contested Group F encounter of the 134th Durand Cup, here at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium on Friday, to earn the first victory in the competition since 2021. Goals from Vijay Marandi (6) and Sreyas V G (70) ensured full points for the Sailors, while Franck William Sessegnon 64th-minute strike proved to be a consolation for the Snow Leopards ...Read More >
Imphal (Manipur) [India], August 1 (ANI): Indian Navy Football Team (INFT) earned a crucial 2-1 win over I-League side Real Kashmir FC (RKFC) in a closely contested Group F encounter of the 134th Durand Cup, here at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium on Friday, to earn the first victory in the competition since 2021. Goals from Vijay Marandi (6') and Sreyas V G (70') ensured full points for the Sailors, while Franck William Sessegnon's 64th-minute strike proved to be a consolation for the Snow Leop ...Read More >
India commissioned its first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel, Nistar. The original Nistar played a key role in the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war. The new Nistar has advanced dive systems and submarine rescue capabilities. Only a few navies possess such technology. India aims to become a global leader in submarine rescue. The commissioning boosts India's maritime industry. India's first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel, Nistar, was commissioned here on Friday, marking a major maritime ...Read More >
THANE, July 18: A man and his two children died as their motorbike was dashed by a truck in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district of Maharashtra.Gopal Chandanse (36), his wife and two kids were riding to their village when the truck dashed the two-wheeler from behind around 3.30 pm.They were taken to the hospital where Gopal, his son Hriday (7) and daughter Avani (9) were declared dead. Gopal's wife Meenabai (32) was injured and undergoing treatment.The truck driver fled from the spot, leaving his ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: India on Friday commissioned INS Nistar, its first indigenously designed and constructed diving support vessel, which can undertake complex deep-sea saturation diving and submarine rescue operations that only a few navies are capable of around the world.The commissioning of the 118-metre-long specialised warship, with a displacement of around 10,000 tonnes and over 80% indigenous content, took place at Visakhapatnam in the presence of minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and Navy ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 18 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday congratulated the Indian Navy for the commissioning of INS Nistar, an indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV). In a social media post on X, the Union Defence Minister wrote, "Congratulations to the Indian Navy and Hindustan Shipyard Limited for the commissioning of INS Nistar, the indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV)." Also Read | Ganeshotsav Declared 'Rajya Mahotsa ...Read More >
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