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HAL’s Combat Air Teaming System Warrior

January 13, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has marked achievement in military aviation with the engine ground run of the Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) Warrior on January 11, 2025. This event precedes Aero India 2025, denoting HAL’s commitment to advancing India’s defence ..

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Sweden Bolsters NATO Presence in the Baltic Sea

January 13, 2025

Sweden has announced military contribution to NATO in response to escalating tensions in the Baltic Sea. This marks Sweden’s first deployment of armed forces as a NATO ally since joining the alliance in March 2024. The decision comes amid rising ..

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DRDO’s New Cold Weather Clothing System HIMKAVACH

January 11, 2025

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has made advancements in military clothing technology. The HIMKAVACH multi-layer clothing system has successfully passed user trials, demonstrating its effectiveness in extreme cold weather conditions. This innovative clothing is specifically designed for operational ..

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Last Scorpene Submarine INS Vaghsheer Delivered

January 11, 2025

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) recently delivered the final submarine of the Scorpene class to the Indian Navy. This submarine, named INS Vaghsheer, represents milestone in India’s naval capabilities. The delivery occurred after extensive testing to ensure the submarine is ..

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Regional Conference on “Drug Trafficking and National Security”

January 11, 2025

In January 2025, India is intensifying its fight against drug trafficking. The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, will lead a regional conference focused on the implications of drug trafficking on national security. This initiative is part of a broader effort ..

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BHEL Commissions Two Units in Bhutan Hydropower Project

January 10, 2025

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has achieved milestone by successfully commissioning two units of the Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (PHEP-II) in Bhutan. This project, which involves a total capacity of 6×170 MW, was executed under a bilateral agreement between India and ..

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Assam Seeks Defence Industrial Corridor Development

January 10, 2025

In January 2025, Assam’s Chief Minister, Hemanta Biswa Sarma, announced ongoing discussions with the central government regarding the establishment of a defence industrial corridor in Assam. This initiative aims to enhance the logistical capabilities of the armed forces in the ..

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US, India to Co-Produce Sonobuoys

January 9, 2025

In recent developments, India and the United States have announced a strategic partnership aimed at co-producing sonobuoys for Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA) within the Indian Navy. This initiative reflects both nations’ concerns regarding the increasing Chinese naval presence in the ..

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Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express to Commence Service

January 9, 2025

The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project is infrastructure initiative by Indian Railways. This project aims to connect the Kashmir Valley with the Indian Railways network. The USBRL is set to operationalise soon, with the Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train service ..

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Nato’s Defence Spending and Membership Updates

January 9, 2025

Nato, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, has been a very important military alliance since its formation in 1949. In light of recent geopolitical tensions, particularly following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, discussions around defence spending among member states have intensified. US ..

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