Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited (YIL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU). Praising the company’s rapid transformation into a profit-making corporate entity in just four years, the Minister highlighted YIL’s initiatives to increase turnover, promote indigenisation, and meet…
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PM Modi Shares NCC PM Rally Glimpses, Hails Youth Power
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared glimpses of the Annual NCC Prime Minister’s Rally held at the historic Cariappa Parade Ground in Delhi, describing the event as a powerful reflection of India’s disciplined, dynamic and value-driven youth. Addressing cadets on the occasion of NCC Day, the Prime Minister lauded…
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Republic Day 2026: Tri-Services Shine in Sindoor Tableau
The Indian Armed Forces are set to showcase a spectacular Tri-Service Tableau titled ‘Operation Sindoor: Victory Through Jointness’ at the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on January 26, 2026. This tableau embodies India’s evolved military doctrine, highlighting precision, integration, and indigenous defence capabilities. Conceptualized under the…
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INS Vikrant Scale Model Exhibition Inaugurated at PMML
The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, located within the Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library (PMML) complex in New Delhi, inaugurated a special exhibition featuring a scale model of INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, on Wednesday. The exhibition highlights the strategic, technological and symbolic significance of INS Vikrant in strengthening India’s…
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Republic Day 2026: DRDO to Showcase Hypersonic & Naval Tech
New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to highlight India’s growing self-reliance in defence technologies during the 77th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path and Bharat Parv 2026. During the Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, DRDO will present some of its most advanced indigenous systems…
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Parliamentary Defence Panel Reviews DRDO’s NSTL Capabilities
Visakhapatnam: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence conducted an on-the-spot study visit to the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), a key DRDO facility in Visakhapatnam, to review India’s progress in underwater warfare and maritime technologies. The visit, held on January 20, 2026, was led by the Committee’s Chairman, Shri…
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DRDO Achieves Milestone with MPATGM Top Attack Test
New Delhi: In a major milestone for India’s indigenous defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully flight-tested the third-generation Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top attack capability against a moving target. The test was conducted on January 11, 2026, at the KK Ranges in…
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Aeronautics 2047 Seminar Begins, Focus on India’s Future Air Power
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) on Saturday inaugurated its two-day national seminar titled ‘Aeronautics 2047’ at the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS) in Bengaluru, marking a significant step towards shaping India’s long-term aerospace and defence vision. The event brings together key stakeholders from the armed forces, defence research, industry, and…
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DRDO Marks 68th Foundation Day, ₹1.30 Lakh Crore Defence Boost
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) marked its 68th Foundation Day on January 1, 2026, with a historic milestone that significantly strengthens India’s journey towards defence self-reliance. During the celebrations, DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V. Kamat announced that Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) worth approximately ₹1.30 lakh crore has been…
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MoD Signs Rs 4,666 Crore Contracts for CQB Carbines & Torpedoes
New Delhi: On December 30, 2025, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed contracts totaling Rs 4,666 crore for the procurement of Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbines and Heavy Weight Torpedoes, reinforcing the combat capabilities of the Indian Army and Navy. The agreements were finalized at South Block in the presence…