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On April 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by Sri Lankan
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, inaugurated two significant railway
projects in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.
These projects were supported by the Indian government as part of the
India-Sri Lanka development partnership. The first project involved the
refurbishment of the 128 km Maho-Omanthai railway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake jointly inaugurated the Maho-Anuradhapura railway line in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, on April 6, 2025.This project, supported by the Indian government, includes a new signalling system and marks the launch of the Maho-Omanthai railway track. PM Modi described Dissanayake as a "friend" and emphasized the deepening
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently concluded a significant visit to Sri Lanka, marking a major milestone in strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations.During his visit, Modi was warmly welcomed by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who honoured him with the Mithra Vibhushan, Sri Lanka’s highest civilian award, in recognition of his strong personal friendship and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening India’s maritime sector on the occasion of National Maritime Day, celebrated annually on April 5. In a post on X, PM Modi highlighted India’s rich maritime history and the sector’s significant role in nation-building.PM Modi recalled the vital role of the maritime sector in nation-building and reiterated the
Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, represented by the Indian Navy’s Offshore Patrol Vessel INS Sunayna, embarked on a month-long deployment in the southwest Indian Ocean Region (IOR on April 5, 2025. The mission was flagged off by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Karwar naval base in Karnataka, with Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan and Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi in
India has taken decisive steps to counter China’s growing influence and military modernization by bolstering its defence capabilities with advanced weapon systems. A key development is India’s plan to acquire 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets and three Scorpene-class submarines from France.These Rafale jets, equipped with cutting-edge radar systems, long-range missiles, and advanced avionics, will
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated several infrastructure projects at the Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka on April 5, 2025, as part of the Indian Navy’s Project Seabird. Upon arrival, he was accorded a Guard of Honour and participated in multiple engagements, including flagging off the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative.Inauguration of Infrastructure Under Project Seabird: Singh
India is on track to achieve 90% self-reliance in defence production within the next five years, according to statements by the DRDO Chief.This ambitious goal aligns with the country’s broader vision under the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, which aim to transform India from a major arms importer into a global hub for defence manufacturing and exports.Recent milestones
Over the past decade, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has arrested 1,683 individuals and seized 179 boats for illegally entering Indian waters, engaging in activities such as poaching, narcotics smuggling, and illegal immigration. Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth shared this information in Parliament, highlighting the ICG’s efforts to strengthen coastal security. A toll-free number (1554)
The Indian Army has successfully conducted four flight tests of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system, marking a significant milestone in its operational readiness. The tests, carried out on April 3 and 4, 2025, at Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha’s coast, were conducted under the guidance of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and involved intercepting