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05Feb 2026

India Achieves Key Defence Milestone with Successful SFDR Propulsion Test

India Achieves Key Defence Milestone with Successful SFDR Propulsion Test India has achieved a significant milestone in defence technology with the successful testing of the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) propulsion system, developed by DRDO. This breakthrough significantly enhances India’s indigenous missile propulsion capabilities, especially for Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missile systems. What is Ramjet …

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06Oct 2025

India-UK Naval Exercise KONKAN 2025 Begins

India-UK Naval Exercise ‘KONKAN-2025’ Begins off West Coast Why in the News? The bilateral naval exercise KONKAN-2025 between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy commenced off the western coast of India. The exercise aims to enhance maritime cooperation, strengthen the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and promote a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region, while …

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17Sep 2025

Zapad-2025: India Strengthens Military Ties with Russia

India Joins Russia-Led Zapad-2025 Military Exercise Why in the News ? India participated in the Zapad-2025 military exercise in Russia, with 65 personnel from the Army, Air Force, and Navy. The exercise, led by Russia and Belarus, strengthened military cooperation, interoperability, and strategic defence ties between India and Russia. Key Highlights of Zapad-2025 Military Exercise: …

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18Jun 2025

India Expands Nuclear Arsenal Amid Global Arms Race

India’s Nuclear Arsenal Grows Amid Global Arms Race Why in the News ? The SIPRI 2025 report highlights that India increased its nuclear warhead count to 180 in 2024, amid a global trend of nuclear modernisation by nine nuclear-armed nations, raising concerns of a renewed arms race and weakened arms control treaties. India’s Nuclear Build-up …

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14May 2025

Operation Sindoor Briefing Evokes Indian Epics

Operation Sindoor Briefing Evokes Indian Epics Why in the News ? During a media briefing on Operation Sindoor, senior officers of the Indian Armed Forces referenced lines from Ramdhari Singh Dinkar’s Rashmirathi and Tulsidas’s Ramcharitmanas, conveying India’s assertive posture towards Pakistan while drawing from epic traditions of valor and deterrence. About Epic Verses at Military …

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02May 2024

“DRDO TESTS MISSILE-ASSISTED TORPEDO RELEASE SYSTEM, ENHANCING NAVAL CAPABILITIES.”

Why in the news? “DRDO tests SMART system, boosting Navy’s anti-submarine warfare with missile-assisted release of torpedoes, lauded by Defense Minister.” About DRDO’s Successful Test of SMART System: Boosting Naval Capabilities: DRDO conducted a successful test of the Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system. The system aims to enhance the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities. …

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09Apr 2024

ARMY CHIEF ADVISES READINESS FOR ‘BLACK SWAN’ EVENTS.

Why in the news? Army Chief urges preparedness for unexpected events, highlights technological competition among nations, emphasises cross-functional synergy among services. About the Anticipation of “Black Swan” Events: Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande emphasised the need for readiness in the face of unexpected and rare “black swan” events. He urged the force to be prepared …

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