India's defence exports rise over 5 times in last 4 years
According to the Ministry of Defence's Department of Defence Production dashboard, India's export of military equipment increased from Rs 1521.86 in Financial Year 2016-17 to Rs 8,620.59 in the last fiscal 2019-20. India's defence exports have increased in the last four years has been more than 5-and-half times while the target for FY 2020-21 is Rs 15,000 crore, according to the data updated by the Department of Defence Production on April 14, 2020.
Apr 20, 2020, 13:40 PM IST
Defence Ministry's EWS quota proposal for arms unit apprentices rejected
The 103rd Amendment Act, 2019 of the Constitution empowers the state to provide up to 10 per cent reservation for "economically weaker sections" in education and public employment.
Nov 05, 2019, 11:21 AM IST
No plans to privatise ordnance factories: Defence Ministry
The government on Saturday denied reports about the privatisation of ordnance factories across the country in a response to workers who have threatened to launch a 30-day strike from August 20.
Aug 17, 2019, 20:58 PM IST
Six nodes identified for Defence Corridor in Uttar Pradesh, says government
During the Aligarh meet held on 11 August 2018, investments of over Rs 3700 crore were announced for Uttar Pradesh Corridor by Defence Public Sector Undertakings/Ordnance Factory Board and Private industries.
Jul 10, 2019, 16:53 PM IST
'Desi Bofors' Dhanush to be inducted into Indian Army on Monday
Nearly 81% of the components of Dhanush - which has a strike range of 38 kilometres - are sourced indigenously.
Apr 07, 2019, 14:25 PM IST
OFB gets nod for bulk production of 'Dhanush': All you need to know about India's long-range artillery gun
Dhanush is the first-ever indigenous 155 mm x 45 calibre long-range artillery gun developed by India.
Feb 20, 2019, 10:06 AM IST
Defence Ministry begins process to acquire 6.5 lakh assault rifles under 'Make in India'
The new assault rifles will be manufactured by the Ordnance Factory Board under the govt's 'Make In India' initiative.
Sep 01, 2018, 08:39 AM IST
Faulty ammunition reason behind howitzer M-777 explosion during trial in Pokhran: Sources
Barrel of long-range ultra-light (ULH) howitzer M-777 had exploded during a field trial in Pokhran.
Sep 24, 2017, 18:01 PM IST
Indian Army decides to fast-track indigenisation of key components and spares for battle tanks
With delays in import of critical equipment severely affecting its combat readiness, the Army has decided to fast-track indigenisation of key components and spares for battle tanks and other military systems.
Jul 23, 2017, 13:24 PM IST
OFB Recruitment 2017: Here's how you can apply online for 7048 Trade Apprentice posts at Ordnance Factory Board, Defence Ministry
Here's how you can apply online for 7048 Trade Apprentic posts at Ordnance Factory Board, Defence Ministry
Jan 17, 2017, 11:13 AM IST
Air Force Commanders' Conference begins
Top commanders of the Indian Air Force will on Tuesday meet here to brainstorm on various matters including drafting of women as fighter pilots, serviceability issues plaguing the force, and induction of fighter aircraft like LCA Tejas and Rafale.
Oct 13, 2015, 08:53 AM IST
