More results...
Indian Navy chief designate Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan has declared that India remains fully prepared to crush any cross‑border threats, underscoring the nation’s resolve against terrorism and its readiness to respond decisively to provocations.Speaking at an event organised by the Bramha Research Foundation in Mumbai, Swaminathan highlighted that India has been a victim of terrorism for
India’s commemoration of National Technology Day on 11 May 2026 highlights its transformation since the Pokhran nuclear tests of 1998 into a full-fledged nuclear triad power, with 172 warheads under the Strategic Forces Command and delivery systems spanning air, land, and sea.The commissioning of INS Aridhaman last month has secured continuous at-sea deterrence, completing the triad’s most
“We are already using artificial intelligence, image processing, machine learning and things like that. But we are also going more deep and deep in those areas,” the company’s general manager told Breaking Defense.
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is preparing to field the DURGA‑2, a 100‑kilowatt high‑energy laser weapon, aboard frontline Indian Navy warships, marking a decisive leap in directed energy warfare capability.This system is designed to neutralise drones, loitering munitions, and anti‑ship missiles, providing a cost‑effective and rapid‑response shield against emerging
India has appointed Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani (Retd) as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) effective 30 May 2026, and Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the new Chief of Naval Staff from 31 May 2026. These appointments coincide with the armed forces’ push towards theaterisation, marking a decisive phase in India’s defence restructuring.The government’s announcement fills two of
The Indian Navy and the Royal Netherlands Navy have taken another step forward in strengthening their maritime partnership with the successful conduct of a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) off Kochi.On 7 May, Indian Navy vessel INS Sharda engaged in a series of interoperability drills with the Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS De Ruyter, marking the culmination of the Dutch delegation’s visit to the
Vietnam and India are poised to deepen their naval cooperation through a significant package of acquisitions and support arrangements. Central to this development is Vietnam’s plan to procure three to four Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) and fourteen high-speed patrol boats from India.These acquisitions are being facilitated under the $500 million line of credit extended by India during Prime
India has announced a major leadership transition in its defence establishment, appointing Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the next Chief of Naval Staff.Both will assume office by the end of May, marking a significant moment in India’s ongoing military modernisation and integration efforts.Lieutenant General N S
On 8 May 2026, Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam conducted the steel-cutting ceremony for the fifth and final Fleet Support Ship (FSS) ordered by the Indian Navy, marking a decisive milestone in strengthening India’s blue-water naval capabilities.These massive vessels, each displacing over 40,000 tons, will provide critical replenishment at sea and support humanitarian operations,
“The technology group’s order books remain at record levels,” said the Dusseldorf-based firm as it also predicted “significant growth acceleration” for Q2.