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India’s Big Artillery Push: Army Plans More K9 Vajra Guns The Indian Army is planning to buy over 300 additional K9 Vajra-T self-propelled artillery guns at an estimated cost of around ₹23,000 crore. This proposal is expected to be placed before the Defence Procurement Board and is considered an important step in India’s artillery modernisation. …
Read MoreINDIAN 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 …
Read MoreMahendragiri Frigate Delivery Boosts Indigenous Naval Capabilities Why in the News ? The Indian Navy received Mahendragiri, the sixth Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) stealth frigate, marking a major step in indigenous warship construction, enhancing combat capability, and advancing India’s Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence manufacturing. Mahendragiri and Project 17A: Key Features Mahendragiri is the sixth stealth frigate …
Read MoreINS Taragiri Boosts India’s Maritime Defence Capabilities Why in the News ? The Indian Navy commissioned INS Taragiri, a stealth frigate under Project 17A, at Visakhapatnam. The induction highlights India’s progress in indigenous defence manufacturing and strengthens its maritime security capabilities amid growing strategic importance of sea lanes. The project received necessary environmental clearances for …
Read MoreIndigenous Naval Power Boost With Malwan ASW Craft Why in the News ? The Indian Navy has inducted Malwan, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), built by Cochin Shipyard Limited. The development highlights India’s push for indigenisation, enhanced coastal security, and strengthening of anti-submarine warfare capabilities amid rising maritime challenges. Key Features of …
Read MoreIndia–Vietnam BrahMos Missile Deal: Strategic Defence Diplomacy Current Affairs – Defence & International Relations July 2025 Update Source: IDRW, ArmyRecognition, Indian Express Why in News? India is set to sign a $700 million defence deal with Vietnam for the export of BrahMos tactical missiles, marking one of India’s biggest-ever defence exports. This BrahMos missile …
Read MoreGOVERNMENT CLEARS ₹1.05 LAKH CRORE INDIGENOUS DEFENCE PURCHASES Why in the News? Major approval: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) cleared ₹1.05 lakh crore for 10 capital purchase proposals via indigenous sourcing. Strategic focus: This was the first DAC meeting post-Operation Sindoor, aiming to boost armed forces’ capability and enhance combat readiness. Defence Minister’s lead: Meeting …
Read MoreIndia’s Defence Power Surges Post-Balakot Strikes Why in the News ? India has significantly enhanced its military capabilities since the 2019 Balakot airstrikes. Amid rising tensions with Pakistan after the recent Pahalgam attack, India’s upgraded arsenal includes Rafale jets, S-400 systems, and cutting-edge indigenous technologies. Post-Balakot: Strengthened Military Arsenal India has plugged major capability gaps …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹2,500 crore contract for the Nag Missile System (NAMIS) and 5,000 light vehicles to enhance military capabilities, promote indigenization, and generate employment, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Procurement Overview: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a ₹2,500 crore contract for procuring the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Defence Ministry plans private sector involvement for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) prototype, expected by 2028-29. The AMCA project aims for production by 2032-33 and induction by 2034, with significant industry participation. source:scribd About Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA): India’s fifth-generation multirole fighter jet. Larger than other Indian Air …
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