Defence ministry signs ₹1,561 crore deal for bridge laying tanks

By Nihal Kumar January 22, 2025 560.52 crore contract Aatmanirbhar Bharat Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited (AVNL)battlefield mobility bridging solutions combat readiness defence manufacturing Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh Defence Technology defensive operations domestic defence production economic boost global defence exporter Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF)homegrown solutions Indian Army indigenously designed job opportunities Make in India mechanised forces Ministry of Defence (MoD)modernizing Indian Army New Delhi offensive operations operational capabilities self-reliance strategic mobility T-72-based Bridge Laying Tanks (BLTs)technological advancements ₹1

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a ₹1,560.52 crore contract with Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), a unit of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited…

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Army hospital performs India’s first mechanical heart surgery

By Nihal Kumar January 22, 2025 561 crore deal Aatmanirbhar Bharat Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited (AVNL)battlefield mobility Bridge Laying Tanks (BLT)defence manufacturing defence ministry defence production economic boost Employment generation Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF)Indian Army indigenously designed and manufactured Make in India mechanised forces New Delhi offensive and defensive operations operational capabilities Rajesh Kumar Singh self-reliance T-72 tanks ₹1

The surgery was successfully performed on a 49-year-old woman, the wife of an Armed Forces veteran, who had been on the heart transplant waiting list for over two years due to end-stage heart failure.

Indian Army

SBI renews MoU with Indian Army, offering enhanced benefits

By Nihal Kumar January 17, 2025 education loan Indian Army insurance benefits Ministry of Defence MoU renewal pensioners personal accident cover sbi serving personnel VeeNaris welfare

This MoU provides enhanced banking services and personal accident insurance benefits for both serving and retired army personnel, along with their families.

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Army chief reviews preparations in Prayagraj

By Nihal Kumar January 17, 2025 AI technology Army Chief COAS Indian Army international participation Maha Kumbh pilgrims prayagraj preparations Security Upendra Dwivedi

In preparation for the Maha Kumbh, the Prayagraj administration has implemented advanced technological solutions to manage the vast crowds.

World

India trains Kyrgyzstan forces in UN peacekeeping, strengthens ties

By Nihal Kumar January 17, 2025 CUNPK global peace india international partnership Kyrgyzstan peacekeeping training UN

India successfully conducted the second edition of an online training capsule for the Kyrgyzstan Armed Forces on January 15 and 16.

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BJP to release its manifesto for Delhi assembly elections today

By Nihal Kumar January 17, 2025 Aam aadmi Party Baijayant Panda BJP Chargesheet Committee Delhi Assembly elections economic growth Education election campaign February 2025 Elections Governance infrastructure development JP Nadda Manifesto Public Health Ramvir Singh Bidhuri Vijender Gupta Women Empowerment Women safety

The manifesto will be released in parts, with the BJP adopting a unique strategy to maintain voter engagement.

India

MoD signs Rs 2,960 cr deal with BDL for Navy’s MRSAM systems

By Nihal Kumar January 16, 2025 Aatmanirbhar Bharat Bharat Dynamics Limited Defence Contract defence manufacturing Defence Technology Employment opportunities Indian Navy Indigenous Defence Make in India Maritime Defence Ministry of Defence MRSAM MSMEs self-reliance Strategic Interests

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a significant contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the supply of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAM)…

Defence

India successfully tests BrahMos salvo launch, showcases precision strikes

By Nihal Kumar January 16, 2025 Andaman and Nicobar Command BrahMos BRAHMOS Missile BrahMos upgrades.CINCAN Defence Technology global defence GOC Kharga Corps India defence indian armed forces indigenous development Indo-Russian collaboration Kharga Corps military readiness missile salvo launch missile systems precision strikes regional security strategic deterrence supersonic cruise missile

NEW DELHI: The Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman and Nicobar Command (CINCAN) and the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Kharga Corps recently observed a flawless salvo launch…

Defence

Rajnath Singh: Wars becoming unpredictable, call for armed forces reforms

By Nihal Kumar January 16, 2025 and strategic autonomy. He also highlighted India’s military exports and the need for reforms in 2025. Several initiatives were launched at the 77th Army Day celebration called for reforms in the Armed Forces due to unpredictable warfare emphasizing self-reliance Rajnath Singh technological advancements

PUNE: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the government’s determination to transform the Indian Armed Forces into a modern and self-reliant force during the 77th Army…

Defence

Indian Army unveils robotic mules for logistics at Army Day parade

By Nihal Kumar January 16, 2025 and operate in extreme conditions. The Army plans to deploy 100 robotic mules to improve logistics efficiency Army Day carry supplies Drones During the 77th Army Day parade Indian Army unveils robotic mules for logistics at Army Day parade logistics military innovation Modernization Pune Q-UGVs robotic mules set to replace traditional pack animals. These advanced machines can navigate difficult terrains signaling a shift toward modern technology. Indian Army technology the Indian Army unveiled robotic mules (Q-UGVs) for logistics

PUNE: During the 77th Army Day parade in Pune on January 15, 2025, the Indian Army unveiled its latest technological advancement: robotic mules, officially known…

Defence

Army Day 2025: Gen Dwivedi stresses readiness, modernization, inclusion

By Nihal Kumar January 16, 2025 Agniveers along with security improvements in Jammu and Kashmir and inclusivity. The Army's role in stabilizing borders with China and Pakistan and women’s empowerment. He outlined a roadmap for transformation Army Day borders security.emphasizing modernization focusing on agility Gen. Dwivedi stressed the Indian Army's readiness Gen. Upendra Dwivedi Indian Army internal security JAMMU AND KASHMIR Modernization National Security On the 77th Army Day technological advancement technology was highlighted. The parade in Pune reflected the evolving capabilities and deep connection with India’s heritage.Women Empowerment

PUNE: On the 77th Army Day, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff, assured the nation of the Indian Army’s unwavering readiness to confront any…

News

77th Army Day: Key highlights, full event details

By Nihal Kumar January 15, 2025 77th Army Day Army Day Parade General Upendra Dwivedi Indian Army achievements Indian Army Day K-9 Vajra howitzer Nepal Army Band Pune event Sukhoi fly-past Women Agniveer Contingent

PUNE: The Indian Army has celebrated its 77th Army Day with grandeur and solemnity at the Bombay Engineers Group and Centre Parade Ground in Pune,…

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Defence ministry signs ₹1,561 crore deal for bridge laying tanks

Army hospital performs India’s first mechanical heart surgery

SBI renews MoU with Indian Army, offering enhanced benefits

Maha Kumbh 2025: Army chief reviews preparations in Prayagraj

India trains Kyrgyzstan forces in UN peacekeeping, strengthens ties

BJP to release its manifesto for Delhi assembly elections today

MoD signs Rs 2,960 cr deal with BDL for Navy’s MRSAM systems

India successfully tests BrahMos salvo launch, showcases precision strikes

Rajnath Singh: Wars becoming unpredictable, call for armed forces reforms

Indian Army unveils robotic mules for logistics at Army Day parade

Army Day 2025: Gen Dwivedi stresses readiness, modernization, inclusion

77th Army Day: Key highlights, full event details

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