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01Oct 2026

India-Japan Defence: Naval Radar Cooperation

INDIA–JAPAN DEFENCE COOPERATION: NAVAL RADAR TECHNOLOGY AND INDO-PACIFIC SECURITY Why in the News? Japan has urged India to fast-track its internal approval process for the UNICORN naval radar technology-transfer agreement signed during the July India visit of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, while also highlighting plans for closer defence cooperation and an upcoming Quad naval …

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26Sep 2026

QUAD Ship Observer Mission 2026 Explained

QUAD-AT-SEA SHIP OBSERVER MISSION: Why in the News? India has welcomed the commencement of the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission, announced during the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi in May 2026. The mission involves India, Australia, Japan and the United States, with officers from all four countries participating aboard Indian Coast Guard …

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26Aug 2026

India’s Micro Gas Turbine Engines for UAVs

INDIGENOUS MICRO GAS TURBINE ENGINES: BOOST TO INDIA’S UAV AND DEFENCE CAPABILITIES Why in the News? CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) unveiled three indigenous Micro and Small Gas Turbine Engines—NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100—on 25 August 2026. The engines, producing 5 kg, 50 kg and 100 kg thrust respectively, are designed for applications including tactical UAVs, drone …

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21Aug 2026

Army Cybersecurity Hackathon for Innovation

Territorial Army Launches Cybersecurity Hackathon For Innovation Why in the News ? The Territorial Army has launched Terrier Cyber Quest 2026, a national-level hackathon to develop indigenous solutions for emerging defence and cybersecurity challenges. The initiative brings together students, researchers, industry, government organisations and Armed Forces personnel to strengthen India’s technological capabilities. Terrier Cyber Quest …

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21May 2026

Indian Navy Launches NGOPV Sanghamitra

INDIAN NAVY LAUNCHES NGOPV ‘SANGHMITRA’ AT GRSE KOLKATA Why in the News? Naval Launch: The Sanghmitra, a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in India’s defense manufacturing under the basel framework and basel iii standards for indigenous shipbuilding, incorporating capital adequacy principles …

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21May 2026

India Hosts PRAGATI 2026 Multilateral Drill

INDIA HOSTS PRAGATI 2026 MULTILATERAL MILITARY EXERCISE Why in the News? Military Exercise: India commenced the multinational military exercise PRAGATI 2026 at Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya, demonstrating enhanced operational capabilities following Basel III standards of risk assessment. International Participation: Armed forces from 12 friendly nations are participating in the exercise, strengthening the Basel framework …

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02Mar 2026

INS Anjadip and Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities

INS Anjadip and Anti-Submarine Warfare Capabilities Commissioning of INS Anjadip INS Anjadip, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was commissioned into the Indian Navy at Chennai Port. This advanced vessel is part of India’s growing naval strength, particularly in coastal defense and submarine detection in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Role and Features …

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28Jan 2026

DRONAM: India’s Indigenous Anti-Drone Capability

DRONAM: India’s Indigenous Anti-Drone Capability The growing use of drones for surveillance, smuggling, and hostile activities has created new security challenges for nations worldwide. Addressing this emerging threat, India has been steadily developing indigenous counter-drone technologies. One such system is DRONAM, an anti-drone gun developed by the Indian defence technology company Gustava Systems. The system …

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20Dec 2025

ICG Ship Amulya Joins Fleet for Coastal Security

ICG Ship Amulya Commissioned to Strengthen Maritime Security Why in the News? The Indian Coast Guard commissioned ICG Ship Amulya, the third Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessel, at Goa. Built with over 60% indigenous components, it enhances coastal surveillance, maritime security, and demonstrates self-reliance under Atmanirbhar Bharat, while also considering coastal regulation zone guidelines. Commissioning and …

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