Category: Defence Current Affairs

Jal Prahar 2025: The Indian Navy recently concluded the ‘Jal Prahar 2025’ joint exercise with the Indian Army to enhance amphibious operations along the eastern seaboard. Jal Prahar 2025 is a biannual joint amphibious exercise conducted by the Indian Navy in close coordination with the Indian Army The Jal Prahar 2025 showcased synergy, coordination, and […]

India test-fires Agni-Prime missile from rail-based mobile launcher: India successfully test-fired the Agni-Prime intermediate-range missile from a rail-based mobile launcher, a first-of-its-kind launch that enhances mobility and stealth in strategic deterrence. Agni-Prime (Agni-P): A next-generation, nuclear-capable intermediate-range ballistic missile. Part of India’s Agni missile series, designed to strengthen strategic deterrence under the Strategic Forces Command […]

Centre Extends General Anil Chauhan’s Tenure as Chief of Defence Staff Till 2026: The Government of India has extended the tenure of General Anil Chauhan as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs, till May 30, 2026, following approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). The decision, announced […]

India’s First Overseas Defence Facility in Morocco: The Defence Minister of India inaugurated Tata Advanced Systems Limited’s (TASL) defence manufacturing facility in Morocco and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on defence cooperation with Morocco, marking a historic milestone in India-Morocco defence ties.It is the first overseas defence facility by an Indian private company; largest […]

Exercise Cold Start: India will hold a mega tri-service drone drill ‘Cold Start’ in Madhya Pradesh in October 2025.It will be the largest joint exercise on drones and counter-drone systems since Operation Sindoor. It is a tri-service military exercise focused on testing drones and counter-drone systems. Designed to simulate aerial threats and defence responses in […]

Russia to Complete S‑400 Missile System Deliveries to India by 2026: India’s long-awaited S‑400 missile deal with Russia is heading toward completion, with the final delivery scheduled for 2026. Signed in 2018, the agreement includes five S‑400 Triumf air defence systems aimed at significantly strengthening India’s airspace defence capabilities. With four systems already delivered, the […]

Indian Navy to commission ‘Androth’, the second ASW Shallow Water Craft: The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), on October 6, 2025, at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. […]

Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) launched the Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme in New Delhi: Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme is a five-day professional engagement programme on national and regional security issues. It Acts as a forum for civil–military dialogue, strategic review, and leadership development. HQ Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) […]

Tirah Valley : 23 people were killed in a blast At least 23 people were killed in a blast in Pakistan’s Tirah Valley (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa). Tirah Valley is a mountainous region and tribal stronghold historically known for resistance to external control. Noted for fertile valleys, terraced agriculture, and as a hub of militant activity in […]