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India-U.S. HADR Exercise Tiger Triumph

April 1, 2025

The fourth iteration of the India-U.S. tri-service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise, known as Tiger Triumph, is set to take place from 1 to 13 April 2025. This exercise aims to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the Indian ..

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Earthquake Hits Myanmar and Thailand

March 31, 2025

The earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, 2025, had devastating effects. The National Centre for Seismology reported damage due to soil liquefaction and the earthquake’s frequency matching the natural vibrations of buildings. The earthquake’s epicentre was near ..

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Operation Brahma

March 31, 2025

Recently, Myanmar experienced a catastrophic earthquake that resulted in loss of life and widespread destruction. In response, India launched ‘Operation Brahma’ to provide urgent humanitarian assistance. This operation marks India’s commitment to its ‘Neighbourhood First‘ policy and the principle of ..

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Exercise INIOCHOS-25

March 31, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in Exercise INIOCHOS-25. This biennial multinational air exercise is hosted by the Hellenic Air Force in Greece. Scheduled from 31 March to 11 April 2025, the exercise aims to enhance international cooperation among ..

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14th Edition of India-Russia Naval Exercise INDRA

March 29, 2025

The 14th edition of the Indian-Russia bilateral naval exercise INDRA is scheduled from 28 March to 2 April 2025 off the coast of Chennai. This exercise represents milestone in the maritime partnership between India and Russia. Since its inception in ..

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New Contracts for NAMIS and Light Vehicles

March 28, 2025

Recently, the Ministry of Defence of India signed contracts aimed at modernising the country’s defence capabilities. These agreements, valued at approximately ₹2,500 crore, include the procurement of the Nag Missile System (NAMIS) and around 5,000 light vehicles. The contracts were ..

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Vertically-Launched Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM)

March 27, 2025

On March 26, 2025, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully conducted a flight test of the Vertically-Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM). This test took place at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. ..

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Loitering Munitions

March 26, 2025

Loitering munitions, often referred to as “kamikaze drones,” are transforming combat dynamics. These advanced weapons combine the surveillance capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the precision of guided missiles. They hover over targets, tracking them before striking with lethal ..

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AIKEYME Maritime Exercise

March 25, 2025

The Indian Navy is set to conduct maritime exercise named AIKEYME, aimed at enhancing defence cooperation with several African nations. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, termed MAHASAGAR, promoting security and growth across regions. The exercise will ..

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Sea Dragon 2025

March 24, 2025

The Sea Dragon 2025 naval exercise is multilateral drill focusing on anti-submarine warfare. It commenced on March 4, 2025, off the coast of Guam, hosted by the United States Navy’s 7th Fleet. This exercise involves key naval forces from the ..

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