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August 4, 2025
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff Inaugurates 'Agnishodh' Research Cell at IIT Madras to Boost Self-Reliance in Defence TechnologyIn a landmark step towards Atmanirbharta in defence technology, the Indian Army has joined hands with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to establish 'Agnishodh', the Indian Army Research Cell (IARC) on the IIT Madras campus.
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July 31, 2025
Lt General N.S. Raja Subramani, Vice Chief of the Army Staff Superannuates after 39 Years of Exemplary ServiceLt General N.S. Raja Subramani superannuated today, marking the conclusion of an illustrious military career spanning thirty-nine years. On this occasion, he also relinquished the appointment of the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS).
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July 30, 2025
Northrop Grumman Completes Delivery Under Low-Rate Initial Production Contract for Integrated Battle Command SystemNorthrop Grumman Corporation has successfully completed delivery of major end items (MEIs) for the US Army's Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) contract for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), the Army's program of record for integrated air and missile defense.
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July 29, 2025
DRDO successfully conducts two consecutive flight-tests of Pralay missileDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted two consecutive successful flight-tests of Pralay missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam island off the coast of Odisha on July 28 & 29, 2025.
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July 27, 2025
Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025 to Kick off at Jodhpur: Advancing India–Singapore Defence CooperationThe 14th edition of the India–Singapore Joint Military Exercise, Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025, is set to commence today at Jodhpur and will continue till August 4, 2025.
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July 26, 2025
Indian Army Commemorates 26th Anniversary of Kargil Vijay DiwasAs the nation marks the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Indian Army commemorated it with solemnity, pride, and nationwide participation, honouring the valour and supreme sacrifice of soldiers during the 1999 Kargil War.
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July 25, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD inks ₹2,000 crore contract with BEL for Air Defence Fire Control Radars for Indian ArmyMinistry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of Air Defence Fire Control Radars for the Indian Army, worth approximately ₹2,000 crore, under the Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured) category.
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July 25, 2025
DRDO conducts successful flight-trials of Advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile-V3In a major boost to India's defence capabilities, Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully carried out flight-trials of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
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July 19, 2025
CDS visits Defence Services Staff College, WellingtonChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan visited the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington in Tamil Nadu on July 19, 2025.
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July 18, 2025
Minister of State for Defence visits DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in HyderabadMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth visited Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, DRDO in Hyderabad on July 16 & 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
Successful test-firing of Prithvi-II & Agni-I Ballistic MissilesShort-Range Ballistic Missiles - Prithvi-II and Agni-I - were successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha on July 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
Successful trial of Akash Prime at High-AltitudeIndia, on July 16, 2025, achieved a significant milestone by successfully destroying two Aerial High Speed Unmanned targets at high-altitude in Ladakh by Akash Prime, the upgraded variant of Akash Weapon System for the Indian Army.
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July 16, 2025
Operation Sindoor demonstrated operational effectiveness and strategic value of indigenous Unmanned Aerial Vehicles & Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems, says Chief of Defence StaffGeneral Anil Chauhan calls for strategic urgency of achieving full-spectrum indigenisation in unmanned aerial platforms & counter-measures
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July 7, 2025
The valour displayed during Operation Sindoor & the demonstration of domestic equipment, further increased the global demand for our indigenous products: Defence Minister at Controllers' Conference 2025Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Controllers' Conference of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) in New Delhi on July 7, 2025, emphasising the department's critical role in strengthening the operational readiness and financial agility of the Armed Forces.
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July 4, 2025
Curtain Raiser for Tri-Services Academia Technology Symposium held at Manekshaw CentreThe Indian Army conducted a Curtain Raiser event today for the upcoming Tri-Services Academia Technology Symposium at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
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July 3, 2025
DAC clears 10 capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore under Buy (Indian-IDDM) categoryDefence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on July 3, 2025, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore through indigenous sourcing.
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June 28, 2025
Commander-in-Chief, Andaman & Nicobar Command Lt General D.S. Rana takes over as Colonel of the Regiment of Garhwal RiflesIn a ceremony reflecting the glorious traditions and spirit of the Indian Army, Commander-in-Chief, Andaman and Nicobar Command Lt General Dinesh Singh Rana has taken over as the 23rd Colonel of the Regiment of Garhwal Rifles.
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June 27, 2025
Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan & Gajendra Shekhawat Praise Technology-Driven Surveillance at ICCC for Puri Rath Yatra 2025Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan and Union Minister of Culture, Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, accompanied by Odisha's Minister of Higher Education & Culture Surjyabanshi Suraj and BJP National Spokesperson and Puri MP Dr. Sambit Patra, visited the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Puri to review security and surveillance preparedness ahead of the iconic Rath Yatra 2025.
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June 24, 2025
Ministry of Defence Concludes Emergency Procurement Contracts Worth Nearly ₹2,000 Crore to Enhance Counter-Terrorism CapabilityIn a significant move to strengthen the Indian Army's operational readiness in counter-terrorism (CT) operations, the Ministry of Defence has concluded thirteen contracts under the Emergency Procurement (EP) mechanism.
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June 23, 2025
SCD Secures Over $40 Million Asia Contracts for Diverse Infrared Detectors in Multiple Armored Fighting Vehicle ApplicationsMulti-year order includes a broad portfolio of advanced MWIR and LWIR detectors for gunner and commander sites, and remote weapon stations
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June 17, 2025
Chiefs' Chintan: Indian Army Strengthens Coordination with Former Chiefs of the Army StaffChiefs' Chintan, a structured two-day interaction, between the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, and former Chiefs of the Army Staff (CsOAS), at New Delhi commenced today.
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June 17, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Departs for India-France Joint Military Exercise ShaktiThe Indian Army contingent departed today to participate in 8th edition of the biennial India-French Joint Military Exercise Shakti. The exercise will be conducted at Camp Larzac, La Cavalerie, France from June 18, 2025 to July 1, 2025.
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June 14, 2025
With Review of Passing Out Parade at IMA Dehradun, Commander of Sri Lanka Army Reconnects with Alma MaterLt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, concluded a meaningful four-day official visit to India from June 11 to 14, 2025, reinforcing the longstanding and robust military ties between the two Armies.
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June 13, 2025
Defence Secretary Attends Closing Ceremony of India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic ElephantThe 17th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant concluded today at Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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June 12, 2025
Defence Minister felicitates NCC team, comprising five girls & five boys, for scaling the world's highest peak - Mount EverestPresents a cheque of ₹10 lakh for the extraordinary feat
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June 12, 2025
Commander of Sri Lanka Army Visits South Western Command, Jaipur: Strengthening Bilateral Defence TiesAs part of his ongoing official visit to India from June 11 to 14 2025, Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, visited the Headquarters South Western Command in Jaipur on the second day of his tour.
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June 11, 2025
Lt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army Arrives on a visit to IndiaLt General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, has arrived on an official visit to India from June 11 to 14, 2025.
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June 11, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Interacts with NCC Mount Everest Expedition Team after their Successful SummitMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth interacted with the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Mount Everest Expedition team in New Delhi on June 11, 2025, after the team successfully scaled Mount Everest on May 18, 2025.
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June 11, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Reaches Mongolia for Multinational Military Exercise Khaan QuestThe Indian Army contingent reached Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia today for the Multinational Military Exercise Khaan Quest, which is scheduled to be conducted from June 14 to 28, 2025.
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June 10, 2025
Operation Sindoor is proof that Government has transformed India’s security apparatus by changing attitude towards national security issues: Defence Minister“India recognised as Mother of Democracy, while Pakistan as Father of Global Terrorism”
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June 9, 2025
Minister of State for Defence visits Shimla-based Army Training CommandLauds its role in transforming the Indian Army into a modern, technology driven, Aatmanirbhar and battle-ready force
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June 5, 2025
NCC Cadets Given Hero's Welcome After Historic Mount Everest SummitThe National Cadet Corps (NCC) Mount Everest Expedition Team was warmly received at DGNCC Camp, New Delhi on June 5, 2025 after successfully summiting the world's highest peak on May 18, 2025.
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June 5, 2025
Northrop Grumman and Marshall Land Systems Collaborate for Cutting-Edge Command and Control SystemsNorthrop Grumman Corporation and Marshall Land Systems signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance command and control hardware solutions for the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence.
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June 4, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy PM & Defence Minister in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Richard Marles in New Delhi on June 4, 2025.
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June 1, 2025
Lt General Dinesh Singh Rana takes over as Commander-in-Chief of Andaman & Nicobar CommandLt General Dinesh Singh Rana assumed charge as the 18th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (CINCAN) on June 1, 2025.
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May 31, 2025
Indian Army Conducts Trials of Next-Gen Defence Technologies under Simulated Operational ConditionsThe Indian Army is currently undertaking extensive Capacity Development Demonstrations at key locations across the country, including the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges, Babina Field Firing Ranges, and Joshimath, with dedicated Air Defence equipment demonstrations also scheduled at Agra and Gopalpur.
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May 29, 2025
Rajnath Singh approves Miniratna status to three DPSUsMunitions India Limited (MIL), Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) & India Optel Limited (IOL) are now Miniratna Companies
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May 29, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Departs for India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic ElephantThe Indian Army contingent departed today, for 17th edition of India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant.
