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Is India profiting from Russia-Ukraine War?

What’s driving the fiercest battles across the globe? From the brutal trenches of Ukraine to NATO’s growing defence requirements, the artillery boom is reshaping the global defence landscape—and India is positioning itself at its very centre. Estonia’s Strategic Partnership with India Estonia, a NATO member that consistently meets its 2% defence spending target, is emerging as a key ally in …

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Rajnath to begin 3-day visit to Russia on December 8, witness commissioning of Indian naval warship

The Hindu

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will embark on a three-day trip to Russia on Sunday to witness the commissioning of a stealth warship into the Indian Navy and hold talks with his Russian counterpart Andrey Belousov on the expansion of bilateral cooperation in co-production of Military hardware. It said that Defence Minister Singh and Mr. Belousov will co-chair the 21st meeting …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

India, UK ink key deal to boost electric propulsion technology for warships

India Today

In a significant step towards advancing naval technology, India and the United Kingdom on Thursday signed an agreement to collaborate on the design and development of electric propulsion systems for the Indian Navy. The agreement, signed during the third joint working group meeting of the electric propulsion capability partnership in Portsmouth, UK, marks a milestone in fostering indigenous development of …

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India, UK defence ministries agree to cooperate on designing Electric Propulsion Systems for Indian Navy

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: In a significant move India and the United Kingdom have signed a Statement of Intent as a green signal to initiate discussions on Electric Propulsion Systems for the Indian Navy. The Ministry of Defence on Friday said, "A SoI on Cooperation on Design & Development of Electric Propulsion Systems for the Indian Navy was signed between Ministries of …

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1 month ago

General Upendra Dwivedi conferred with Honourary Generalship of Nepali Army

India Today

Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi was on Thursday honoured with the prestigious title of Honourary General of the Nepali Army. General Dwivedi's visit and the conferral of this honour will not only strengthen military ties but also serve as a reflection of the deep respect between the two countries' armed forces, further advancing the spirit of cooperation and mutual …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

ALEAP and MoD Host 'Indian Defence Ecosystem and Opportunities for MSMEs- Vision 2030' in Telangana

New Indian Express

The Association of Lady Entrepreneurs of India (ALEAP), in collaboration with the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence and the PhD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), hosted the SME Defence Conclave titled “Indian Defence Ecosystem and Opportunities for MSMEs- Vision 2030” on Friday. The conclave aimed to explore the potential of the MSME sector within the Indian Defence …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

'Arighaat will strengthen India's nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence': Rajnath Singh

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: The technically advanced second Arihant-Class submarine 'INS Arighaat' was commissioned into the Indian Navy on Thursday at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In his address, the Defence Minister described it as an achievement for the nation and exuded confidence that Arighaat “will further strengthen India's nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Hindu Morning Digest: July 29, 2024

The Hindu

Paris Olympics Day 2 highlights India opened their medal tally at the Paris 2024 Olympics as shooter Manu Bhaker won the bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event and became the first Indian woman to win a shooting medal at the Summer Games. Malleswari to Bhaker: Eight Indian women and their nine Olympic medals Manu Bhaker, showcasing remarkable …

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7 months, 1 week ago

UPSC Recruitment 2024: Registration for CDS 2, NA & NA 2 begins, check how to apply, application fee and more

India TV News

UPSC NDA 2 Registration 2024: The Union Public Service Commission has started the registration process for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination 2, and Combined Defence Services Examination 2. Vacancy Details National Defence Academy and Indian Naval Academy Army: 208 Navy: 42 Air Force Flying –92 Ground Duties –18 Ground Duties –10 Combined Defence Services Examination 2 Indian …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

How to become a pilot? Make Your Dream to Fly High Come True

The Hindu

Many children in India grow up dreaming of being a pilot. Eligibility At least 16 years or older Completed senior secondary certification Medical fitness No flying experience required Private Pilot License In the PPL exam, you have to appear for DGCA-conducted written tests and flying tests. Eligibility Above 17 years old Must meet all SPL requirements Some hours of flying …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

US approves sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion

Firstpost

The United States on Thursday approved the sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India, totaling an estimated $3.99 billion. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the US-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of a major defence partner, which continues to be an important …

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11 months, 1 week ago

UK to send warships to Indian Ocean in an attempt to boost strategic ties with India: Defence Secy

India TV News

The UK government on Wednesday unveiled plans to deploy Royal Navy warships to the Indian Ocean region later this year to operate and train with Indian forces, signalling what it described as the growing importance of the strategic relationship between the two countries. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, who co-chaired an India-UK Defence Industry CEOs Roundtable with visiting Defence Minister Rajnath …

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1 year ago

Year-ender 2023: 10 women who created history in Indian defence forces this year

Live Mint

From receiving a gallantry award to taking charge of key roles in combat unit — women in the Indian defence forces continued to break the glass ceiling in 2023. Commander Prerna Deosthalee is set to be the first woman officer of the Indian Navy to command the Indian Naval Warship, the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet posted on X in December. …

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1 year ago

Three Indian PSUs among top 100 arms manufacturers in world: SIPRI

Firstpost

Indian defence public sector undertakings such as Hindustan Aeronautics, Bharat Electronics and Mazagon Docks secured positions in the list of the top 100 arms-producing companies. In 2022, global sales of arms and military services by the top 100 armament companies reached $597 billion, experiencing a significant surge in demand driven by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and escalating geopolitical tensions. The …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Indian Air Force 91st anniversary: 'Atamnirbharta' in aerospace critical to nation's strategic autonomy

Firstpost

It is best to take a collaborative approach and use economic muscle and high military system requirements to seek the transfer of technology Indian Air Force kicked off the 91st anniversary deliberations with a massive event showcasing hard combat power and its massive soft power at Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. India’s huge aerospace requirements Indian Armed Forces require many fighter aircraft, …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Opinion: Saudi Crown Prince's post-G20 summit stay can open new vistas in bilateral ties

India Today

The fact that the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, is staying in India on an official bilateral visit after the G20 summit affirms the deep bilateral ties that exist between the two neighbours linked by the Arabian Sea. Saudi Arabia took the lead in pursuing a “strategic partnership” with India on the basis of …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Embraer taps HAL, Tata for defence aircraft mfg

Live Mint

NEW DELHI : Embraer Defense & Security is in talks with five Indian entities, including Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd and Tata group, to manufacture defence transport aircraft in India, a top executive at the Brazilian plane maker said. We are talking to four or five companies to discuss the MTA programme, and these companies are from both the government and private …

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1 year, 5 months ago

France A Key Partner For ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’, Defence Ties Central To Bilateral Relation: PM Modi In Paris

ABP News

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with French President Emmanuel Macron on the second day of his official visit to the country on Friday. People of India have taken… pic.twitter.com/GvjYmJ443I — ANI July 14, 2023 PM Modi said that the defence ties between the two countries have always been the cornerstone of the bilateral relationship. On being …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Meet Ishita Shukla, Ravi Kishan's daughter, who will join Indian army | 5 points

Hindustan Times

Bharatiya Janata Party MP from Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur and Bhojpuri actor Ravi Kishan's daughter Ishita Shukla is all set to join the Indian defence forces under the under the Combined Defence Services Examination recruitment scheme. Ishita Shukla Read here: Ravi Kishan’s daughter Ishita Shukla to join army under Agneepath scheme, internet reacts Though the actor-turned-politician has not shared it on …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Aero India 2023: BIG boost for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' as Indian, foreign firms to sign over 250 MOUs

Firstpost

According to the Defence Ministry, more than Over 250 Memoranda of Understandings and agreements related to the defence sector are expected to be signed between different Indian and foreign companies during the ongoing Aero India 2023 Bengaluru: The ongoing Aero India 2023 air show in Bengaluru is expected to provide a major boost to the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ or ‘Make in …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Indian Army chief Gen Manoj Pande meets Royal Cambodian Army Commander to boost defence ties

Hindustan Times

Indian Army chief Gen Manoj Pande meets Royal Cambodian Army Commander to boost defence ties | Pics Army chief General Manoj Pande met Commander of Royal Cambodian Army Lt General Hun Manet in New Delhi on Friday in a bid to strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation between the two nations. The Defence ministry termed the Cambodian official’s visit a ‘milestone’ …

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1 year, 10 months ago

India keeps aside Rs90,000 Cr in Budget 23-24 for fuel, ammo, spares with eye on China, Ukraine war

Firstpost

This amount, which is around Rs 90,000 crore will be used for maintenance of weapons, equipment and other assets, replenishing stocks of fuel and ammunition and procurement of critical spares along with other capabilities. This amount excludes pay and other allowances New Delhi: Even as India’s defence budget saw a significant hike of around 13% for the financial year 2023-24, …

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2 years ago

WATCH: Indian Army to deploy Zorawar light tanks against China, Pakistan in the Himalayas

Firstpost

The light tanks being developed under Project Zorawar will weigh less than 25 tonnes with a high power-to-weight ratio as well as superior firepower and protection New Delhi: The Indian Army’s ability to take on China and Pakistan high in the Himalayas is set to get a massive boost with the Indian government about to kick-start an indigenous project for …

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2 years ago

No praise enough for bravery displayed by Indian armed forces in Galwan, Tawang, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Firstpost

Indian and Chinese troops were engaged in a fresh clash in the Yangtse area of Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang sector on 9 December, in a first such major flare-up after the deadly hand-to-hand combat in the Galwan Valley in June 2020 New Delhi: The bravery and valour displayed by the armed forces during the Galwan valley clashes and the recent face-off …

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Is India profiting from Russia-Ukraine War?

Rajnath to begin 3-day visit to Russia on December 8, witness commissioning of Indian naval warship

India, UK ink key deal to boost electric propulsion technology for warships

India, UK defence ministries agree to cooperate on designing Electric Propulsion Systems for Indian Navy

General Upendra Dwivedi conferred with Honourary Generalship of Nepali Army

ALEAP and MoD Host 'Indian Defence Ecosystem and Opportunities for MSMEs- Vision 2030' in Telangana

'Arighaat will strengthen India's nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence': Rajnath Singh

The Hindu Morning Digest: July 29, 2024

UPSC Recruitment 2024: Registration for CDS 2, NA & NA 2 begins, check how to apply, application fee and more

How to become a pilot? Make Your Dream to Fly High Come True

US approves sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion

UK to send warships to Indian Ocean in an attempt to boost strategic ties with India: Defence Secy

Year-ender 2023: 10 women who created history in Indian defence forces this year

Three Indian PSUs among top 100 arms manufacturers in world: SIPRI

Indian Air Force 91st anniversary: 'Atamnirbharta' in aerospace critical to nation's strategic autonomy

Opinion: Saudi Crown Prince's post-G20 summit stay can open new vistas in bilateral ties

Embraer taps HAL, Tata for defence aircraft mfg

France A Key Partner For ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’, Defence Ties Central To Bilateral Relation: PM Modi In Paris

Meet Ishita Shukla, Ravi Kishan's daughter, who will join Indian army | 5 points

Aero India 2023: BIG boost for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' as Indian, foreign firms to sign over 250 MOUs

Indian Army chief Gen Manoj Pande meets Royal Cambodian Army Commander to boost defence ties

India keeps aside Rs90,000 Cr in Budget 23-24 for fuel, ammo, spares with eye on China, Ukraine war

WATCH: Indian Army to deploy Zorawar light tanks against China, Pakistan in the Himalayas

No praise enough for bravery displayed by Indian armed forces in Galwan, Tawang, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh