Defence Ministry

Another Boost For Make-In India In Defence, MoD Requests HAL For 156 Light Combat Helicopters

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited ( informed that the Defence Ministry has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH)

 

Jun 17, 2024, 20:00 PM IST

'India Will Respond Strongly': Rajnath Singh's Big Warning Amid Border Row With China

The Defence Minister stated that the government's focus had been on strengthening the Defence forces with a focus on self-reliance.

Mar 07, 2024, 18:07 PM IST

Defence Gets Rs 6.21 Lakh Crore In Interim Budget 2024-25

The budgetary allocation to the Defence for FY24-25 is higher by approximately one lakh crore (18.35 percent) than the allocation for FY 2022-23 and 4.72 percent more than the allocation for FY23-24. 

Feb 01, 2024, 18:32 PM IST

Su-30MKI Fighter Fleet's Life To Be Extended By 20 Years; Jets To Get Advanced Weapons

Indian Air Force is also working to equip the combat aircraft with modern technologies including indigenous advanced radars, avionics and weapon systems.

Dec 31, 2023, 19:49 PM IST

In Big 'Make In India' Push, Army Proposes Rs 6,500 Crore Deal To Defence Ministry For Procurement Of 400 Howitzers From 'Desi' Firms

The Indian Army has already issued a tender for buying 307 Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) along with one for finding a mounted gun system for its requirements along borders with China and Pakistan.

Sep 29, 2023, 07:29 AM IST

Defence Ministry Clears Proposals To Buy 26 Rafales, 3 Scorpene Submarines From France

As per the proposals, the Indian Navy will get 22 single-seated Rafale Marine aircraft along with four trainer aircraft.

Jul 13, 2023, 15:56 PM IST

2024 Republic Day Parade Likely To Have All-Women Contingents On Kartavya Path

India showcased its military might and vibrant cultural heritage during the 74th Republic Day Parade held on January 26 this year, with 'Nari Shakti' being a dominant theme.

May 08, 2023, 07:39 AM IST

Defense Ministry approves Rs 10,000 crore defense deal

Defense Ministry has approved a defense deal worth 10,000 crores. Three training aircraft will be bought for 6800 crores. Along with this, three training ships will be purchased. Watch100 big headlines of the day in this report.

Mar 08, 2023, 09:14 AM IST

Finance Ministry Espionage Network Exposed Ahead of Budget Session

Before the budget session, there has been a stir in the Ministry of Finance due to the exposure of the espionage network. Since then, the investigative agencies and the government are on alert mode. In this case, a data entry operator named Sumit has been arrested by the Delhi Police. Sumit was working in the Ministry of Finance on contract. He is accused of spying for money.

Jan 19, 2023, 12:44 PM IST

To counter China, Indian forces acquiring 'Pralay' ballistic missile with a strike range of upto 500 KM

'Pralay' ballistic missile: The proposal to acquire 'Pralay' ballistic missile is also important as it comes at a time when the Indian forces are working on the creation of a rocket force that has been in discussion at the highest levels in the Defence Ministry. 

Dec 20, 2022, 16:07 PM IST

'If Defence Ministry has spent less, suggest us to spend more': Rajnath Singh at Controllers’ Conference

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was speaking at the 2-day Controllers’ Conference of the Defence Accounts Department.

Nov 14, 2022, 15:42 PM IST

Rajnath Singh to attend FIRST Made-in-India Light Combat Helicopters induction ceremony today

The induction ceremony will be led by Rajnath Singh who has played a crucial role in progressing cases for buying indigenous platforms for forces.

Oct 03, 2022, 08:08 AM IST

Lt General Anil Chauhan APPOINTED India's next Chief of Defence Staff

Lt General Anil Chauhan will be India's next Chief of Defence Staff. He will also function as Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs. Lt Gen Anil Chauhan was commissioned into the 11 Gorkha Rifles of the Indian Army in 1981. He is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla and Indian Military Academy, Dehradun.

Sep 28, 2022, 19:01 PM IST

Will Centre rollback Agnipath recruitment scheme? Top military officer replies

Agnipath scheme: Department of Military Affairs said Agniveers' kin will receive a compensation of Rs 1 crore if they sacrifice their life in service of the nation. 

Jun 19, 2022, 16:15 PM IST

Agnipath scheme: Centre reserves 10% jobs for ‘Agniveers’ in Defence Ministry amid protests

Agnipath protests: “The 10% reservation will be implemented in the Indian Coast Guard and defence civilian posts, and all the 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings. This reservation would be in addition to existing reservation for ex-servicemen,” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said. 

Jun 18, 2022, 15:16 PM IST

Protests against ‘Agnipath’ scheme: ‘Don't take 'agnipareeksha' of unemployed youths,’ Rahul Gandhi to PM

Attacking the government over the 'Agnipath' scheme, Rahul Gandhi had warned on Wednesday that it will reduce the operational effectiveness of the armed forces whose dignity and valour must not be compromised.

Jun 16, 2022, 14:52 PM IST

Pensioners alert! Defence ministry extends date for submitting annual identification, life certification till 25 June

The process of Annual Identification/Life Certification is a statutory requirement for continued and timely credit of monthly pension.

May 27, 2022, 11:20 AM IST

Govt issues alert! Monthly pension money would be affected if you fail to complete annual identification by May 25

The government has said that  that nearly 1.2 lakh pensioners have not completed their annual identification through any of the means available.

May 20, 2022, 15:22 PM IST

India test-fires extended-range BrahMos missile from Sukhoi fighter jet

"The launch from the aircraft was as planned and the missile achieved a direct hit on the designated target in the Bay of Bengal region," the Defence Ministry said in a statement.

May 12, 2022, 21:18 PM IST

3 injured in stampede-like situation in Tirupathi Temple

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Apr 12, 2022, 18:36 PM IST