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May 26, 2025
Defence Minister reviews performance of eight DPSUs in meeting with CMDs in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a review meeting with CMDs of eight Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) at South Block, New Delhi on May 26, 2025.
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May 25, 2025
CDS visits Northern & Western Commands HQs; Conducts strategic review & operational assessment post-Operation SindoorChief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited Indian Army's Northern Command at Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir and Western Command at Chandimandir Military Station, Haryana on May 25, 2025.
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May 11, 2025
Operation Sindoor not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social & strategic willpower: Defence Minister“Operation Sindoor was not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social and strategic willpower,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 10, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participates in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Moscow, RussiaMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Russia from May 8 to 9, 2025.
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May 9, 2025
Second Edition of Tri-Services Future Warfare Course Concludes at Manekshaw Centre, New DelhiThe second edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course (FWC-02), an initiative to prepare India's Armed Forces for next-generation warfare, concluded at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 9, 2025.
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May 8, 2025
Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment, says Defence Minister at National Quality Conclave 2025“Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the National Quality Conclave in New Delhi on May 8, 2025.
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May 7, 2025
Through Operation Sindoor, India used its 'Right to Respond' to the attack on its soil: Defence Minister“Through Operation Sindoor, India has used its 'Right to Respond' to the attack on its soil, and the Armed Forces scripted history by acting with precision, precaution & compassion to destroy the camps used to train terrorists in Pakistan and PoK,”
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May 5, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Minister of Defense of Japan Gen Nakatani at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 5, 2025.
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May 1, 2025
Lt General Pratik Sharma takes over Command of Indian Army's Northern CommandLt General Pratik Sharma assumed the appointment of General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command today.
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May 1, 2025
Major General Lisamma P.V. assumes the appointment of ADG, MNSMajor General Lisamma P.V. assumed the appointment of Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service (MNS) in New Delhi on May 1, 2025. She succeeds Major General Sheena P.D. who superannuated on April 30, 2025 after serving for four decades.
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May 1, 2025
GA-ASI's MQ-1C Gray Eagle® ER Featured at US Army's PC-C5General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) supported the US Army's Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5), which ran throughout March and featured an MQ-1C Gray Eagle® Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
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April 30, 2025
Lt General J.P. Mathew relinquishes the appointment of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff upon his superannuationLt General J.P. Mathew relinquished the appointment of the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) on April 30, 2025 upon the culmination of nearly four decades in service. On the day of his superannuation, he laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi and paid homage to the fallen heroes.
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April 27, 2025
Closing Ceremony: India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Bilateral Exercise (DUSTLIK-VI 2025)India-Uzbekistan Joint Exercise DUSTLIK-VI 2025 culminated with a 48 hour exercise on April 27, 2025 at Southern Command Foreign Training & Military Civil Fusion Training Node, Aundh, Pune.
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April 26, 2025
Indian Army's Pioneering Initiative: Advanced 3D Microscope introduced for the first time in Army Hospital (R&R) for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma SurgeryIn a first and a unique milestone for the Armed Forces, the Department of Ophthalmology in Army Hospital (Research and Referral), New Delhi has performed the minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using 3D Microscope.
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April 22, 2025
Over 5,000 runners take part in maiden soldierathon at Army Hospital (R&R) in a fitting tribute to brave soldiersOver 5,000 runners came together at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi on April 20, 2025 for the first edition of soldierathon 'Run for Soldiers and Run with Soldiers' - a fitting tribute to the brave heroes of the Armed Forces.
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April 16, 2025
IWI and FAME Establish Strategic Assembly Plant in Peru to Equip Armed Forces with ARAD Rifles and Meprolight SightsPeruvian facility Already Delivering ARAD Rifles Following Major Contract for 10,000 Units
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April 16, 2025
India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK-VI Commences at Foreign Training Node, AundhThe 6th edition of India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK-VI commenced today, at Foreign Training Node, Aundh (Pune). The Exercise is scheduled to be conducted from April 16 to 28, 2025.
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April 11, 2025
Kalam & Kavach 2.0: Securing India's Rise Through Defence ReformsPentagon Press and DOAP proudly announce the second edition of Kalam & Kavach, set to take place on April 15, 2025, at Ashoka Hall, Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. Following the resounding success of its inaugural edition in Pune, organized in collaboration with the Southern Command of the Indian Army, Kalam & Kavach 2.0 is poised to become a landmark platform for strategic dialogue on national defence and policy reforms.
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April 8, 2025
Meprolight Secures Israeli Police Contract for STING PRO dual laser pointer Adapted Uniquely for Law Enforcement ForcesThe Compact Dual-Wavelength Laser Pointer Now Equipped with Green Laser, Ensuring Forces' Distinction and Improved Coordination in Critical Situations
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April 4, 2025
DRDO & Indian Army conduct four successful flight-tests of Army version of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air MissileThe bilateral Naval Exercise INDRA 2025 between Indian and Russian navies was held from March 28 to April 2 2025.
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April 3, 2025
Defence Minister flags-off expeditions to Mt Everest & Mt KangchenjungaDefence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged-off expeditions to Mount Everest (8,848m) and Mount Kangchenjunga (8,586m) from South Block, New Delhi on April 3, 2025.
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April 3, 2025
Defence Minister Addresses the Senior Leadership of Indian Army During Army Commanders' ConferenceThe Army Commanders' Conference, an apex level biannual event, is being held in New Delhi from April 1 to 4, 2025.
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March 29, 2025
'Operation Brahma' – Medical Assistance to Myanmar Earthquake Victims by Indian ArmyIn a swift response to the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025, the Indian Army, under 'Operation Brahma', is deploying a specialised medical task force to provide urgent humanitarian assistance.
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March 28, 2025
MoD inks two contracts worth ₹62,700 crore with HAL for supply of 156 LCH, Prachand to the Armed ForcesMinistry of Defence on March 28, 2025, signed two contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), Prachand, along with training and other associated equipment worth ₹62,700 crore, excluding taxes.
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March 27, 2025
COAS General Upendra Dwivedi highlights Five Pillars of Transformation encompassing Technology Absorption, Structural Changes, HRD & Increasing Cohesion between Three ServicesChief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi has stressed upon the Five Pillars of Transformation encompassing technology absorption, structural changes, human resource development and increasing cohesion between the three services.
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March 27, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD inks ₹2,500 crore contracts for NAMIS Tracked version of anti-tank weapon platform & 5,000 Light VehiclesMinistry of Defence has signed a contract with Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited for the procurement of Nag Missile System (NAMIS) Tracked version of anti-tank weapon platform and Force Motors Ltd & Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd for around 5,000 Light Vehicles for the Armed Forces at a total cost of around ₹2,500 crore.
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March 27, 2025
US Army Special Operations Orders Five Additional Boeing MH-47G Block II ChinooksUS Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) awarded Boeing a $240 million contract to remanufacture five MH-47G Block II Chinook aircraft.
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March 26, 2025
COAS General Upendra Dwivedi underscores need of jointness & integration among Armed Forces amid evolving nature of warfareChief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi has highlighted the evolving nature of warfare, the strategic challenges facing India and the need for jointness and synergy among the armed forces.
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March 26, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: MoD inks ₹6,900 crore contracts for 155mm/52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems & High Mobility Vehicle 6x6 Gun Towing Vehicles to enhance Indian Army's operational readinessMinistry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts with Bharat Forge Limited and Tata Advanced System Limited for the procurement of 155mm/52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) and High Mobility Vehicle 6x6 Gun Towing Vehicles respectively at a total cost of about ₹6,900 crore.
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March 24, 2025
SpearUAV Announces Completion of a Significant Funding Round Led by Deep Insight Venture FundInvestment to support the expansion of production capabilities in Israel and future global operations
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March 24, 2025
Indian Army doctors conduct over 350 cataract surgeries during five-day camp at 158 Base Hospital in West Bengal17 ex-servicemen & their dependents from Nepal with ophthalmic ailments successfully treated free of cost
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March 19, 2025
Put nation first, remain united, discharge duties honestly & move fearlessly towards set goals: Defence Minister's clarion call at Major Bob Khathing Memorial EventDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the people to always put the nation first, remain united, discharge the duties with honesty, and move fearlessly towards achieving their goals, which were the core principles of Major Bob Khathing, an extraordinary figure who made invaluable contributions to the North-East region and national security.
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March 12, 2025
GA-ASI's Gray Eagle ER Makes First PLEO FlightsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted its first flight test series of the Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) using a Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) satellite constellation for aircraft communications.
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March 9, 2025
Indian Army Contingent Departs for India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise Khanjar-XIIThe 12th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise Khanjar-XII is set to take place in Kyrgyzstan from March 10 to March 23, 2025.
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March 7, 2025
Ministry of Defence signs $248 million Deal for procurement of engines for T-72 Tanks for Indian ArmyThe Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with. Rosoboronexport (RoE), Russian Federation worth $248 million for procurement of 1000 HP Engines for T-72 Tanks in fully formed, completely knocked down and semi knocked down conditions.
