Defence Ministry

April 9, 2026 3:40 PM

Rajnath Singh congratulates Vietnam’s Phan Van Giang, reaffirms strong defence ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday congratulated General Phan Van Giang on his appointment as Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence. In a post on X, Singh said, “Warm congratulations to General Phan Van Giang on his appointment as the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of National Defence of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. India looks forward to further strengthening our longstanding defence ties and deepening cooperation across security, military excha...

April 6, 2026 6:18 PM

Rajnath Singh lays foundation for advanced military medical facilities in Delhi, stresses innovation and self-reliance

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday laid the foundation stones for state-of-the-art medical facilities, including Ophthalmology, Oncology, and Joint Replacement Centres at Army Hospital (Research and Referral), along with new infrastructure at Base Hospital Delhi Cantt, as part of the 262nd Army Medical Corps Raising Day celebrations. The new facilities are aimed at significantly enhancing tertiary healthcare capabilities for Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and their dependents. The Base...

April 5, 2026 11:14 AM

BRO’s Project Chetak marks 47th Raising Day, highlights role in border infrastructure

Border Roads Organisation (BRO)’s Project Chetak celebrated its 47th Raising Day on Saturday in Rajasthan's Bikaner, marking over four decades of service in strengthening infrastructure in India’s western border regions. Raised in 1980, Project Chetak has played a key role in developing and maintaining road networks across Rajasthan, Punjab and northern parts of Gujarat, contributing to improved connectivity in border areas and enhancing national security. Over the years, the project has e...

April 4, 2026 5:13 PM

CDS General Anil Chauhan reviews operational readiness of Chinar Corps in north Kashmir

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Saturday reviewed the operational preparedness of the Army’s Chinar Corps during his visit to strategically significant areas in north Kashmir. During the visit, the CDS assessed the security situation and operational posture along the Line of Control (LoC) and commended the formation for its high standards of preparedness, professionalism, and doctrinal coherence. At Baramulla, CDS Chauhan was briefed on future force applications and the infusi...

March 29, 2026 2:37 PM

Indian Navy hosts IONS maritime exercise in Kochi

The Indian Navy hosted the IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) TTX 2026 at the Maritime Warfare Centre under the Southern Naval Command in Kochi on March 27, bringing together naval representatives from across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) to deliberate on emerging maritime security challenges. The high-level exercise saw participation from member navies of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS), along with international officers of IOS SAGAR and Indian Navy personnel. Delegates from countries inclu...

March 27, 2026 4:50 PM

Defence Ministry signs Rs 858 crore deals for air defence systems and naval aircraft maintenance

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts worth ₹858 crore for the procurement of advanced air defence systems and maintenance of maritime reconnaissance aircraft, in a move aimed at strengthening India’s military capabilities. The agreements were signed on Friday at Kartavya Bhawan in Delhi in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. ₹445 Crore Deal for Tunguska Air Defence System A contract worth ₹445 crore has been signed with Rosoboronexport for the procureme...

March 19, 2026 2:48 PM

India must become global drone manufacturing hub amid geopolitical uncertainty: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called for India to emerge as a global hub for drone manufacturing within the next few years, stressing that building a robust indigenous ecosystem is critical for strategic autonomy and defence preparedness. Addressing the National Defence Industries Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, Singh said that ongoing global conflicts, including the Russia-Ukraine war and tensions between Iran and Israel, have highlighted the growing importance of drones and counter-d...

March 18, 2026 3:47 PM

Indian Navy launches IOS SAGAR initiative to boost maritime cooperation in Indian Ocean Region

The Indian Navy has commenced the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative from March 16, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening maritime partnerships and security in the Indian Ocean Region. The latest edition comes shortly after India assumed the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) in February 2026 and includes participation from 16 member nations of the region. Enhancing maritime collaboration The IOS SAGAR initiative is part of India’...

March 10, 2026 9:40 PM

DRDO, Indian Navy successfully test indigenous air-droppable container from P-8I aircraft

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy have successfully conducted four in-flight release trials of the indigenous Air Droppable Container ‘ADC-150’ from a Boeing P-8I Poseidon aircraft off the coast of Goa between February 21 and March 1, 2026. The ADC-150, designed and developed in India, is capable of delivering payloads of up to 150 kilograms. The system is intended to strengthen the Navy’s operational logistics capabilities, enabling rapid delive...

March 9, 2026 5:58 PM

Defence Ministry releases Manual of Security Instructions 2026

The Ministry of Defence on Monday released the Manual of Security Instructions 2026, a comprehensive document outlining updated security guidelines for officials and security personnel within the ministry. The manual was released by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh during a function held at South Block in New Delhi. Addressing officials at the event, Singh highlighted the importance of strict adherence to security discipline in the face of emerging threats and evolving security challenges....