Ministry of Defence

February 20, 2025 5:09 PM

Ministry of Defence signs Rs. 1220.12 crore deal with Bharat Electronics for Coast Guard Radios

In a major step toward enhancing maritime security, the Ministry of Defence has inked a contract worth Rs. 1220.12 crore with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bengaluru, for the procurement of 149 state-of-the-art Software Defined Radios (SDRs) for the Indian Coast Guard. The agreement, signed on Thursday, falls under the 'Buy (Indian-IDDM)' category, reinforcing the government's commitment to boosting indigenous defence manufacturing. The advanced SDRs will enable secure and reliable communic...

February 6, 2025 9:55 PM

India’s defence modernisation gets boost with Rs 10,147 crore rocket procurement deals

In an important move aimed at strengthening India's defence capabilities and achieving the vision of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat,' the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts worth a total of Rs 10,147 crore with three prominent Indian companies: the Economic Explosives Ltd (EEL), Munitions India Ltd (MIL), and Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL). The contracts aim to enhance the Indian Army's firepower with advanced rockets for the PINAKA Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). This is a big step towar...

January 28, 2025 4:22 PM

76th Republic Day celebrations to conclude with melodious Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk

The grand finale of India's 76th Republic Day celebrations will take place on Wednesday with the iconic Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk, set against the majestic backdrop of the Raisina Hills, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Defence. This year’s ceremony will showcase 30 captivating Indian tunes played by the bands of the Indian Army (IA), Indian Navy (IN), Indian Air Force (IAF), and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), marking the close of the Republic Day fe...

January 24, 2025 3:35 PM

Rajnath Singh launches advanced Battlefield Surveillance System ‘SANJAY’ to boost Army’s reconnaissance capabilities

In a major step toward modernizing the Indian Army's surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday inaugurated the Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS) in New Delhi, according to a press release from the Ministry of Defence. Named SANJAY, the advanced automated system is designed to integrate data from various ground and aerial sensors. These inputs are processed to ensure accuracy, eliminate redundancy, and provide a unified surveillance picture of the...

January 16, 2025 4:15 PM

Defence Ministry signs contract with Bharat Dynamics for Navy’s medium-range surface-to-air missiles

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a Rs. 2,960 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the supply of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAM) for the Indian Navy, as stated in a press release issued by the Ministry. The contract, finalised in New Delhi on Friday in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, marks a significant step towards enhancing India’s defence capabilities. The MRSAM system will be fitted onboard multiple Indian Naval ships and is plan...

January 15, 2025 1:19 PM

77th Army Day: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan commends Indian Army’s professionalism and role in nation building

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday extended his heartfelt greetings to all ranks of the Indian Army on the 77th Army Day, lauding their outstanding professionalism, unwavering dedication, and significant contributions to nation-building, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Defence. In his message, General Chauhan praised the Indian Army for being the "bedrock of India's security and unity," emphasizing their ability to adapt to evolving challenges ...

January 15, 2025 9:58 AM

Passes for full dress rehearsal of republic day parade 2025 now available on Aamantran Portal and App

To meet the high demand for tickets to the Republic Day Celebrations (RDC) 2025, the Ministry of Defence is now issuing passes for the Full Dress Rehearsal of the Republic Day Parade, scheduled for January 23, 2025, at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. Passes can be obtained for free by registering on the Aamantran portal (aamantran.mod.gov.in) or via the Aamantran mobile app, which can be downloaded from the Mobile Seva App Store or by scanning the available QR code. Registration opened on January ...

January 10, 2025 4:36 PM

Republic Day Celebrations 2025: Veer Gatha 4.0 sees record participation with 1.76 crore students

The fourth edition of Project Veer Gatha, a joint initiative by the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Education, has garnered an overwhelming response across India as part of the Republic Day 2025 celebrations. Approximately 1.76 crore students from 2.31 lakh schools participated in the competition, which highlights the bravery of Gallantry Award recipients and India's freedom fighters. One hundred national-level winners, known as the Super-100, were selected from four categories—Prepar...

January 9, 2025 4:44 PM

10,000 special guests to attend Republic Day Parade in New Delhi

In an effort to enhance public participation in national events, around 10,000 special guests have been invited to witness the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26, according to a press release by the Ministry of Defence on Thursday. These guests, celebrated as the "architects of Swarnim Bharat," come from diverse backgrounds and are recognized for their remarkable contributions to various government schemes. The invitees include sarpanches from top-performin...

January 7, 2025 6:37 PM

Rajnath Singh to meet Maldivian defence minister to review bilateral defence cooperation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will hold a crucial bilateral meeting with Maldives Defence Minister Mohammed Ghassan Maumoon in New Delhi on January 8, 2025. The discussions will focus on enhancing defence cooperation between India and the Maldives, specifically in areas such as training, joint exercises, defence projects, and supply of equipment to bolster the capabilities of the Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF). Maumoon is scheduled to visit India for a three-day trip from January 8 to...