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Army
India, Japan Joint Military Exercise Dharma Guardian 2026 Begins At Chaubatia
The seventh edition of the Dharma Guardian exercise comes after successful completion of the sixth edition held at East
Indian Security Forces Eliminate Three Foreign Terrorists In Kishtwar, Increases Vigil along LoC
From the killed terrorists, the security forces recovered war-like stores, including three AK-47 rifles. “The hunt continues. Those who
Rajnath Singh Visits Indian Army Pavilion Showcasing Key AI Applications That Predict Disasters,
The Indian Army showcased several AI-based applications at its pavilion, which was visited by Rajnath Singh, who interacted with the
Indian Army Chief Concludes Successful Visit to Australia to Boost Military Ties
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday (February 19, 2026) concluded a very successful visit to Australia to boost
Unresolved India-China Boundary Cause for Bilateral Troubles: General Naravane
India’s former Army chief General MM Naravane, whose unpublished book was brandished by Leader of the Opposition in the Lok
India’s Immortal Valour Pierces Beijing’s Deceitful Veil Through Galwan’s Truth
The brutal clash in the Galwan Valley on June 15, 2020, marked the deadliest confrontation between India and China in
Navy
Meet ‘Dolphin Hunter’ INS Anjadip: How Its Commissioning On Feb 27 Will Boost Navy’s Coastal
Nicknamed a “Dolphin Hunter”, INS Anjadip is engineered specifically to detect, track and neutralise hostile submarines. Its combat
MILAN 2026 Sea Phase Underway In Bay of Bengal: INS Vikrant Part Of High-End Multilateral
A key objective of MILAN is to strengthen interoperability among participating navies, enabling seamless communication, coordinated responses and
India Set To Commission Third Nuke-Armed Submarine Aridhaman In April-May
Weighing 7,000 tonnes, Aridhaman would be larger than INS Arihant and INS Arighaat that weigh 6,000 tonnes each. Aridhaman would
India–Bangladesh Ties Find Stability in Naval Training and Capacity Building
When diplomatic temperatures waver, defence cooperation usually feels the heat first. But in South Asia’s maritime neighbourhood, a quieter strand
Rajnath Singh Calls Global Maritime Nations to Tackle Complex, Interconnected Ocean Challenges
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the international community to effectively tackle the evolving complex & interconnected challenges
Maritime Security Natural Pillar For India-EU Ambitions: EU Naval Officer Calls IFR Catalyst, Backs Deeper
The EU commander dubbed IFR as a catalyst, noting that the event allows India and Europe to align strategic priorities
Airforce
KC-390 vs C-130J? Embraer Pitches Jet-Powered ‘Game Changer’ As India Eyes 80 New Military Transport
For decades, Lockheed Martin’s C-130 platform has dominated the global tactical airlift market. Embraer is positioning the KC-390
IAF Loses Third Tejas Aircraft In Freak Accident
The aircraft involved in this freak accident was part of the 32 single-engine Tejas jets delivered by HAL
IAF Agrees To Accept Tejas Mk1A Deliveries From April With Contractual Exemptions To HAL
The IAF had already placed an order for 40 Tejas Mk1 aircraft, of which 20 were to be in the
Rafale Will Make India Stronger: Macron Backs 114-Jet Co-Production Plan, Pitches Make in India
Macron made it clear that “Make in India” would be a core pillar of the proposed programme. “We are extremely
IAF to Showcase Full Spectrum Air Power at Vayushakti-26 on February 27
A wide range of Indian Air Force platforms—from frontline fighters to heavy transport aircraft and attack helicopters—will take part in
DAC Clears 114 Rafales, Additional P-8I Aircraft in Rs 3.60 Lakh Crore Defence Modernisation Boost
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the
Russia Launches Record 479 UAVs On Ukraine, Shows Growing Mettle Of Drone Warfare
Russia launched a record-breaking 479 drones in overnight attacks across multiple regions of Ukraine, including for the first
IAF, USAF Sharpen Joint Special Ops Skills in First-Ever Exercise Tiger Claw
Exercise Tiger Claw 2025 marked the first-ever independent Special Forces exercise conducted jointly by the Indian Air Force
International
Iran Hails ‘Encouraging Signals’ But Warns “Ferocious” Response To US Strikes, As India
Tehran’s foreign ministry said on Monday (February 23) that any strike, even limited, “would be regarded as an act
After Defence Pact With UAE, PM Modi’s Israel Visit Set To Renew Security
PM Modi’s two-day Israel visit follows closely on the heels of the UAE President’s recent trip to India, which
In First Power Move, Bangladesh’s New PM Reshuffles Top Army Brass
Within days of taking over, Rahman made the Bangladesh Army headquarters effect changes, appointing Lieutenant General M. Mainur Rahman, who
India-Canada Security Reset Gains Momentum As Doval-Drouin Action Plan Unveiled Ahead Of PM
The breakthrough follows high-level talks between India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his Canadian counterpart Nathalie Drouin, along with
India-France Tax Treaty Amendment: Dividend Tax To Double Taxation – What It Means
Previously, the rules allowed for more interpretational flexibility. The new structure removes ambiguity and strengthens source-based taxation. For investors, this
EAM Jaishankar Pushes ‘Reformed Multilateralism’ As He Hosts Permanent Representatives To The UN
The meeting brought together diplomats representing diverse regions, Africa, the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, Europe and Latin America, reflecting India’s broader
Coast Guard
MoD Signs Rs 2,312 Crore Contract with HAL for Eight Dornier 228 Aircraft for Coast
The Ministry of Defence on February 12, 2026, signed a Rs 2,312 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Strongest Pillars Of National Security: Rajnath Singh Hails ICG’s Frontline Role In Op Sindoor, Maritime
India’s four-day military action against terror bases in Pakistan and PoK wasn’t just a success but also a
Despite Ongoing Tensions, India and Bangladesh Swap Detained 151 Fishermen Keeping Livelihood Concerns In Mind
India and Bangladesh governments successfully concluded the release and repatriation of all 23 Indian fishermen and 128 Bangladesh fishermen, along
Making India’s Waters Safer: Navy–Coast Guard Law Workshop Targets Smuggling, Illegal Fishing And EEZ Threats
A key aspect of the training was the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). UNCLOS is
DOSTI-17: Coast Guard Drills Deepen India, Sri Lanka, Maldives Maritime Ties With Practical Training, Info
DOSTI-17: This year’s exercise places emphasis on practical joint training and information sharing, providing an opportunity for participating personnel to
Symbol Of Collective Resolve: Rajnath Singh Commissions Samudra Pratap, India’s First Indigenous PCV
Samudra Pratap combines endurance, speed and advanced systems to operate effectively across India’s vast maritime domain. It can achieve speeds
Paramilitary
Indian Security Forces Eliminate Three Terrorists Ahead Of Amit Shah’s J&K Visit
The forces recovered M4 rifles, AK-47, and large quantities of ammunition from the dead terrorists. "Contact with terrorists
Calcutta HC Sets March 31 Deadline for Bengal To Hand Over Border Land To BSF,
Counsel representing the Centre told the court that the West Bengal government is constitutionally obligated to hand over
No Assembly Of Over 4 People Between 6 PM To 6 AM: India Tightens Security
The restrictions will remain in force from December 3, 2025, to February 28, 2026, in villages falling within 300 metres
9 JeM Terror Launch Pads Reappear After Op Sindoor: BSF Heightens Counter-Infiltration Grid
There had been no visible activity at these pads for nearly four to five months following Operation Sindoor. However, surveillance
Security Tightened Across Srinagar, Jammu Border After Terror Inputs; Army, BSF Step Up Vigil
Security has been stepped up across Srinagar and parts of Jammu after intelligence inputs warned of a possible targeted attack.
Over 5,000 Women To Join BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB in 2025–26 As Centre Pushes For
From the establishment of a first all-women CISF battalion last year to announcing plans to induct over 5,000 women in
Defence r&d
India Steps Ahead on Human Spaceflight Project with Key Drogue Parachute Test
India’s human spaceflight programme achieved a key milestone on Wednesday (February 18, 2026) with the successful qualification level
India Successfully Test-Fires Agni-3 Nuke-Capable Missile, Showcases Capability To Hit Inside Pakistan, China
The Agni-3 can strike at targets about 3,000 km to 3,500 km ranges, and it has already been
India’s Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile More Capable Than Supersonic BrahMos: DRDO Chief
The LR-AShM’s successful testing has positioned India among a select group of nations with hypersonic missile capabilities, such as the
Industry Joins IDS HQ’s Future Warfare Course Along With Military Officers
“The future warfare course will align operational priorities of the armed forces with the capabilities of the indigenous defence industry
DRDO Work On Defence Research Never Constrained By Budget Allocation: Top Scientist
The scientist mentioned that India made significant breakthroughs in the semiconductors, mastering the Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology. The nation is
DRDO Seeks Indian Partners To Develop Indigenous Aeroengine To Power Future Combat Jets
The Indian company can partner with foreign aeroengine makers to assist them in the effort. Such foreign players include France’s
Defence Industry
HAL Claims Tejas Crash Was Minor Technical Incident, Promises Critical Checks On The Fleet
The report of the Tejas crash has come at an inopportune time for HAL, as the IAF has
KC-390 vs C-130J? Embraer Pitches Jet-Powered ‘Game Changer’ As India Eyes 80 New Military Transport
For decades, Lockheed Martin’s C-130 platform has dominated the global tactical airlift market. Embraer is positioning the KC-390
India-Finland Deepen Defence Production Partnership, Expand Cooperation in Space and Quantum Technologies
The latest development comes just after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Finland PM Petteri Orpo in New Delhi on
Rafale Will Make India Stronger: Macron Backs 114-Jet Co-Production Plan, Pitches Make in India
Macron made it clear that “Make in India” would be a core pillar of the proposed programme. “We are extremely
HAMMER Missile To Be Made In India By BEL-Safran JV As India-France Ink 10-Year Defence
The agreements, finalised during the 6th India–France Annual Defence Dialogue in Bengaluru, come close on the heels of high-level engagements
India-France Elevate Ties To Special Global Strategic Partnership; H125 Helicopter Line Among Modi-Macron Meet’s Top
The ‘Made in India’ H125 helicopter will help meet the Indian armed force’s requirement for a light multi-role helicopter and
Cyber
India Comes Up With The First Anti-Terror Policy, To Treat Cyber Attacks As Terrorism
“India has been on the target of global terrorist groups such as Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State of
Op Chakra-V: Google Ads To SMS Campaigns – How CBI Unearthed Rs 1000 Crore Cyber
Searches were carried out at 27 locations in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Haryana. Digital
US Pauses Immigration Processing Citing ‘Security Risks’; Seizes Myanmar-Based Crypto Scam Site
The crackdown comes just weeks after Washington launched its first Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Strike Force, which has already seized three
Pakistan Shifts To AI-Based Cyber War; Hackers Target Defence, Govt Systems With Advanced Spyware DeskRAT
Pakistan-linked Transparent Tribe has previously been linked to attacks involving Crimson RAT malware, often disguised as security briefings. During the
Pakistan Using Chinese Firewall, Phone Tapping System To Spy On Millions, Says Amnesty
Amnesty International has uncovered how Pakistan is using Chinese-built firewalls and phone tapping systems to tighten control over digital spaces,
Sam Altman’s Big Warning For America: Do Not Underestimate China’s AI Progress
OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman has cautioned the United States against taking China’s AI advancement lightly, saying that Washington
Space
Russia’s Soyuz Rocket Lifts Off Three Iranian Satellites, Deepening Moscow-Tehran Space Ties
Russia successfully placed three Iranian satellites into orbit on Sunday (December 28, 2025), marking another milestone in the
ISRO’s LVM3 Successfully Launches BlueBird Block-2, Sets New Commercial Milestones
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on December 24 successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite aboard the
ISRO Lines Up Seven Launches by March, Including Gaganyaan Test Flight, Breakthrough Propulsion
ISRO is preparing for one of its busiest launch phases in recent years with multiple missions lined up that combine
China Plays Catch-Up With US In Reusable Rocket Race But It’s Falcon 9 Rival Zhuque-3
The Zhuque-3, capable of carrying 18 tonnes to low-Earth orbit in reusable mode, forms the backbone of this ambition. The
Robotic Moon Dogs: China’s Latest Development In Moon Base Push – Here’s What It Is
Equipped with lidar systems, these robotic dogs can autonomously avoid obstacles, generate precise 3D cave maps and collect high-fidelity spatial
PM Modi At 15th India–Japan Annual Summit: Defence, Tech & Space Partnership Discussed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo on August 29 for a two-day official visit, his eighth to Japan and
