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The Indian Armed Forces have successfully concluded Exercise Dweep Shakti, a high-intensity tri-service manoeuvre designed to test the collective mettle of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.Conducted between 24 and 28 March, the exercise served as a rigorous validation of the nation’s integrated rapid-response capabilities, specifically focusing on the complexities of coastal and island defence.At
The Indian Armed Forces have successfully concluded Exercise Dweep Shakti, a high-intensity tri-service manoeuvre designed to test the collective mettle of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.Conducted between 24 and 28 March, the exercise served as a rigorous validation of the nation’s integrated rapid-response capabilities, specifically focusing on the complexities of coastal and island defence.At
In a striking revelation at a naval investiture ceremony in Mumbai, Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi disclosed that his forces were mere minutes from launching strikes against Pakistan from the sea during Operation Sindoor last year.The operation followed the devastating Pahalgam terror attack, prompting a swift and robust military response.Admiral Tripathi, while awarding Yudh Seva
The Indian Navy has taken delivery of INS Sanshodhak, the fourth and final vessel in a crucial four-ship Survey Vessel (Large) project. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE) in Kolkata, this milestone marks the complete fulfilment of a contract awarded in October 2018.The handover occurred on 30 March 2026, enhancing the Navy’s hydrographic survey capabilities
The Indian Ministry of Defence has reached an unprecedented milestone in capital procurement for the 2025-26 financial year, underscoring a rapid shift in the nation’s strategic posture. By the close of March 2026, the Ministry successfully formalised contracts for over 500 distinct proposals, representing a financial commitment of approximately ₹2.3 lakh crore ($27.5 billion).This surge in
The Indian Navy has officially expanded its coastal defence capabilities with the induction of Malvan, the second vessel in the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) series.The ship was formally delivered by Cochin Shipyard Limited at its facility in Kochi, marking a significant step forward in the nation’s maritime security infrastructure.Designed and constructed entirely within
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has reinforced the service’s strategic direction, highlighting its central role in safeguarding India’s maritime interests while driving forward the agenda of self-reliance.Speaking virtually at the 81st Staff Course at the Defence Services Staff College in Wellington, he underscored the Navy’s transformation into a combat-ready, credible, and
The Indian Navy has significantly fortified its maritime defence architecture with the formal delivery of the INS Agray, a sophisticated Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC).This induction represents a pivotal achievement in India’s ongoing commitment to indigenous naval shipbuilding and the strengthening of its coastal security framework.As the fourth vessel in a planned series
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has delivered a damning report to Parliament, exposing deep-seated deficiencies in the Indian Defence Services. Tabled recently, the document scrutinises operational lapses that undermine military readiness and personnel welfare.At the heart of the critique lies the irregular maintenance of military hospitals. Auditors uncovered persistent
The Indian Navy has taken delivery of INS Dunagiri, a cutting-edge indigenous stealth frigate constructed under Project 17A by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata. The handover occurred on 30 March 2026, as confirmed by the Ministry of Defence.This marks the fifth vessel in the Nilgiri-class series and the second to emerge from GRSE’s yards, underscoring the yard’s growing