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February 3, 2026 9:27 PM

Union Budget 2026-27 puts strong emphasis on defence modernisation, self-reliance and veterans’ welfare

The Union Budget 2026-27 has placed national security at the centre of India’s development priorities, with the Ministry of Defence receiving its highest-ever allocation of ₹7.85 lakh crore. Announced by the central government on February 1, the defence outlay reflects a 15.19 per cent increase over the Budget Estimates of FY 2025–26 and accounts for 14.67 per cent of total Central Government expenditure - the highest share among all ministries. Over the last decade, India’s defence bud...

February 2, 2026 7:00 PM

Indian Air Force to showcase ALH Dhruv at Singapore Airshow 2026

The Indian Air Force (IAF) will showcase the indigenously designed and manufactured Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv through performances by its renowned Sarang Helicopter Display Team at the Changi Exhibition Centre during the Singapore Airshow 2026, to be held from February 3 to 8. Known for precision flying, close-formation manoeuvres and disciplined execution, the Sarang team’s aerobatic display will highlight the operational versatility, agility and reliability of the ALH Dhruv acro...

January 23, 2026 6:33 PM

Republic Day 2026: Tri-services tableau to highlight ‘Operation Sindoor’ at Kartavya Path

The Indian Armed Forces will showcase a Tri-Service tableau titled “Operation Sindoor: Victory Through Jointness” during the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path on January 26. The tableau will present a powerful visual narrative of India’s evolving military doctrine, underlining the country’s growing emphasis on joint operations, precision strikes and self-reliant defence capabilities. According to Defence Ministry, the tableau reflects the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and India�...

January 18, 2026 4:10 PM

INS Sagardhwani flagged off for fifth edition of ‘Sagar Maitri’ initiative

INS Sagardhwani, India’s oceanographic research vessel operated under the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), was flagged off for the fifth edition of the Sagar Maitri initiative on Saturday, from the Southern Naval Command in Kochi. The vessel was flagged off by Radha Mohan Singh, Member of Parliament and Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence, in the presence of members of the Committee. Seni...

November 26, 2025 10:43 AM

‘India entering ‘golden era’ of defence innovation’: Rajnath Singh at Swavlamban 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that India is entering a “golden era of defence innovation” driven by young entrepreneurs and start-ups, as he addressed the fourth edition of the Indian Navy’s Swavlamban seminar in New Delhi. Singh said India must remain proactive and future-ready in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. He credited innovators for helping the country move from being a defence importer to a technology exporter. The minister called on the private sect...

October 27, 2025 6:10 PM

Rajnath Singh hails success of Made-in-India defence systems in Operation Sindoor, calls for accelerated self-reliance

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that the effective use of Made-in-India equipment during Operation Sindoor has significantly bolstered India’s reputation both regionally and internationally, underscoring the growing strength of the country’s indigenous defence capabilities. He was addressing the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) Annual Session 2025, held in New Delhi on the theme ‘Defence Self-Reliance: Strengthening National Security through Indigenous Industry�...

October 23, 2025 4:41 PM

DAC approves defence procurement proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore to boost armed forces’ capabilities

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Thursday approved a series of capital acquisition proposals worth around ₹79,000 crore aimed at enhancing the operational and combat capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. The meeting was held at South Block, New Delhi. According to Defence Ministry, the approvals include key procurements for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, covering advanced weapon systems, platforms, and support equipment designed to...

October 15, 2025 8:46 PM

Defence Ministry signs Rs 659.47 crore contract for advanced Night Sights for Indian Army’s assault rifles

In a move to strengthen the night-fighting capability of the armed forces, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Wednesday signed a ₹659.47 crore contract for the procurement of advanced Night Sight (Image Intensifier) systems for 7.62 x 51mm assault rifles of the Indian Army. These advanced sights will enable soldiers to fully utilize the longer effective range of the SIG 716 assault rifle, enhancing operational effectiveness during low-light and night-time engagements. The newly procured night ...

September 25, 2025 3:09 PM

Defence ministry signs ₹62,370 crore deal with HAL for fighter aircraft

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Thursday signed a contract worth over ₹62,370 crore with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A for the Indian Air Force (IAF). The order includes 68 fighter jets and 29 twin-seater aircraft, along with associated equipment. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027–28 and will be completed over a period of six years. According to the ministry, the aircraft will have an indigenous content of more than ...

September 17, 2025 10:42 AM

Combined Commanders’ Conference: Rajnath Singh urges Armed Forces to prepare for unconventional threats

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called on the Armed Forces to look beyond traditional concepts of warfare and remain ready to counter emerging, unconventional threats such as information warfare, ideological attacks, ecological challenges, and biological risks. Addressing the Combined Commanders’ Conference 2025 in Kolkata, Singh stressed that the rapidly changing global security environment demands constant assessment and adaptation. “Wars of today are so sudden and unpredictable...