Ministry of Defence

October 11, 2026 12:56 PM

Next-generation offshore patrol vessel ‘Shreyas’ launched at GRSE in Kolkata

The Indian Navy’s next-generation offshore patrol vessel ‘Shreyas’ was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata on Saturday, marking another milestone in indigenous shipbuilding. The vessel, designated Yard 3040, was launched by Reyman Kochhar in the presence of Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff. Senior representatives from the Navy, Ministry of Defence, GRSE and industry partners attended the ceremony, which reflected naval traditions a...

October 6, 2026 2:37 PM

Defence Ministry signs Rs 661.50 crore deal for BrahMos fire control systems, launchers for Navy ships

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Tuesday signed a ₹661.50 crore contract with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited to procure BrahMos fire control systems and launchers for Indian Navy ships. The contract was signed in New Delhi under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. With a minimum indigenous content of 68%, the project will encourage participation by Indian industries, including micro, small and medium enterprises, and generate employment ...

October 6, 2026 1:10 PM

Rajnath Singh launches first indigenous Fleet Support Ship ‘Surya’, calls for Visakhapatnam maritime industrial hub

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday launched the first indigenously designed and built Fleet Support Ship, ‘Surya’, at Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam, marking a milestone in strengthening the Indian Navy’s operational reach and endurance. Singh also laid the keel of the fifth Fleet Support Ship, FSS-5, and inaugurated the upgraded Slipway-4 and a 300-tonne Goliath Crane, expanding the shipyard’s capacity to build larger and more complex vessels. “The launch o...

October 6, 2026 12:52 PM

Rajnath Singh highlights Indian Navy’s growing strength, calls for harnessing maritime potential for prosperity

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday highlighted the Indian Navy’s growing combat capabilities and indigenous platforms, calling for India to harness its maritime potential to advance economic growth, national prosperity and strategic strength. Addressing a Barakhana organised by the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, Singh commended naval personnel for safeguarding India’s maritime interests and acknowledged the support and sacrifices of their families. He said the Navy had emerg...

October 4, 2026 11:49 AM

INS Sahyadri, Kulish conclude participation in ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise 2026

Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish have concluded their participation in the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME) 2026, held in the Philippines under the theme ‘Anchored in Trust, United at Sea’. The exercise provided participating maritime forces with opportunities for professional interaction, operational coordination and maritime training through dedicated Harbour and Sea Phases. The Opening Ceremony was followed by the Harbour Phase, which featured a range of engagements, including...

October 1, 2026 3:52 PM

Rajnath Singh launches digital and financial management initiatives at DAD’s 279th Annual Day

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday launched a series of digital and financial management initiatives aimed at strengthening the integration of financial systems across the armed forces, improving defence expenditure monitoring and enhancing transparency in defence financial management. Singh launched the initiatives while addressing the 279th Annual Day celebrations of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) at DRDO Bhawan in New Delhi. Congratulating the DAD on nearly three centuries of...

September 30, 2026 3:54 PM

Defence Accounts Department to Celebrate 279th Annual Day on October 1

The Defence Accounts Department (DAD) will celebrate its 279th Annual Day on October 1, in New Delhi, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh scheduled to attend the event at Dr D.S. Kothari Auditorium, DRDO Bhawan. On the occasion, the Defence Minister will launch several Information Technology initiatives of the Defence Accounts Department aimed at strengthening financial management and digital systems within the Ministry of Defence. These include the integration of the Indian Army Finan...

September 29, 2026 11:49 PM

India, South Korea explore wider defence industry, logistics cooperation at 10th JCM

India and the Republic of Korea on Tuesday reviewed ongoing cooperation in defence industries and logistics and discussed measures to further expand bilateral defence ties at the 10th Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) in New Delhi. The discussions focused on enhancing engagement between the defence industries of the two countries and promoting greater cooperation in defence production and logistics, the Ministry of Defence said in a press release. The meeting was co-chaired by Dinesh Mahur, Additi...

September 29, 2026 5:11 PM

India first responder, preferred security partner in Indian Ocean Region: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday described India as a “First Responder” and “Preferred Security Partner” in the Indian Ocean Region, asserting that the country’s growing maritime presence and responsibilities require stronger surveillance and response mechanisms. Addressing the second edition of the Indian Navy’s biannual Commanders’ Conference 2026 at Nausena Bhawan in New Delhi, Singh said India’s strategic position and responsibilities in the region were growing amid...

September 27, 2026 5:29 PM

Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 begins operational phase at Jodhpur with seven foreign Air Forces

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Saturday commenced the operational phase of Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 at Air Force Station Jodhpur, bringing together air forces from India and seven friendly foreign countries for advanced joint training and operational cooperation. The multilateral air exercise, being conducted from September 26 to October 12, is themed “Power in Partnership”, highlighting the importance of cooperation, interoperability, shared expertise and mutual trust among participating...