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  • Defence Investiture Ceremony 2025 Phase-I: President Droupadi Murmu Confers Six Kirti Chakras (Four Posthumous) & 33 Shaurya Chakras (Seven Posthumous) – Complete List

    Defence Investiture Ceremony 2025 Phase-I: President Droupadi Murmu Confers Six Kirti Chakras (Four Posthumous) & 33 Shaurya Chakras (Seven Posthumous) – Complete List

    May 22, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    resident Droupadi Murmu presented gallantry awards to security personnel. The President conferred six Kirti Chakras, including four posthumous, and 33 Shaurya Chakras, including seven posthumous, to the personnel of the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and State/Union Territory Police during Phase-I of Defence Investiture Ceremony 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi on May…

  • INSV Kaundinya: Traditionally Built ‘Ancient Stitched Ship’ Inducted Into Indian Navy – VIDEO

    INSV Kaundinya: Traditionally Built ‘Ancient Stitched Ship’ Inducted Into Indian Navy – VIDEO

    May 21, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    The Indian Navy formally inducted and named the Ancient Stitched ship as INSV Kaundinya today, May 21, at a ceremonial event held at Naval Base, Karwar. Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat presided over the event as the Chief Guest, marking the culmination of an extraordinary project that celebrates India’s rich shipbuilding heritage.

  • Lalmonirhat Airfield – Next Flashpoint Between India & China? Beijing’s Possible Entry Into Bangladesh’s Dormant Air Base Raises Concerns For India

    Lalmonirhat Airfield – Next Flashpoint Between India & China? Beijing’s Possible Entry Into Bangladesh’s Dormant Air Base Raises Concerns For India

    May 21, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    The Lalmonirhat Airfield, located in northern Bangladesh, can become a bone of contention for India in the future due to its strategic location. The airfield is close to India’s ‘Chicken Neck’ or Siliguri corridor. If reports are to be believed, China is eyeing taking control of the Lalmonirhat airfield.

  • Indian Navy Set To Induct And Unveil Name Of ‘Ancient Stitched Ship’ During Ceremonial Event On May 21 At Karwar Naval Base – Key Details

    Indian Navy Set To Induct And Unveil Name Of ‘Ancient Stitched Ship’ During Ceremonial Event On May 21 At Karwar Naval Base – Key Details

    May 20, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    The Indian Navy is set to induct and unveil the name of the Ancient Stitched Ship during a ceremonial event on May 21 at the Karwar Naval Base. Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will preside over the event as the Chief Guest to oversee the formal induction.

  • After Operation Sindoor’s Success, India’s Defence Sector Likely To Get Additional 50,000 Cr, Claim Reports | How It Will Boost Military Strength

    After Operation Sindoor’s Success, India’s Defence Sector Likely To Get Additional 50,000 Cr, Claim Reports | How It Will Boost Military Strength

    May 16, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    In a major boost to the Atamnnirbhar Bharat, the Centre is likely to increase the defence budget by Rs 50,000 crore after the success of Operation SIndoor, as per media reports citing sources. Notably, India’s indigenous weapons, like the Akash missile system, gained global attention post India’s unprecedented military action against terror camps in Pakistan and…

  • India’s Operation Sindoor: How Unprecedented Airstrikes Using ‘Dummy’ Aircraft, Brahmos Missiles Crippled 11 Pakistan’s Air Bases

    India’s Operation Sindoor: How Unprecedented Airstrikes Using ‘Dummy’ Aircraft, Brahmos Missiles Crippled 11 Pakistan’s Air Bases

    May 15, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    On the intervening night of May 9 and 10, India used 15 Brahmos super-sonic cruise missiles, in what is considered as one of the most daring operation by the Indian Air Force (IAF), after Pakistan’s failed attempt to target Indian civilian and military installations following Operation Sindoor by the Indian Armed Forces, reported ANI citing…

  • India’s Naval Might On Display During Operation Sindoor: How INS Vikrant-Led Indian Navy’s Fleet Was Ready To Strike Pakistan’s Karachi

    India’s Naval Might On Display During Operation Sindoor: How INS Vikrant-Led Indian Navy’s Fleet Was Ready To Strike Pakistan’s Karachi

    May 14, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    In a major demonstration of maritime strength, the Indian Navy had deployed a formidable force of 36 frontline naval assets, including the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant and multiple submarines, in the waters near Karachi during Operation Sindoor, reported India Today, citing sources. This substantial mobilisation is in stark contrast to the six warships used during…

  • India Requests More S-400 Missile Defence Systems, Russia Approves: Report

    India Requests More S-400 Missile Defence Systems, Russia Approves: Report

    May 13, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    India has requested additional S-400 air defence missile systems from Russia after the success of the air defence missile system in the recent military conflict with Pakistan, according to media reports citing sources. The reports further claimed that Russia has “approved” India’s request.

  • After PM Modi’s Address To Nation, Pakistani Drones Sighted Over Several Locations In India, Including Northern Command Of Indian Army: Reports (VIDEO)

    After PM Modi’s Address To Nation, Pakistani Drones Sighted Over Several Locations In India, Including Northern Command Of Indian Army: Reports (VIDEO)

    May 12, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    Moments after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation, Pakistani drones were reportedly spot at 10 locations in India, including Jalandhar, Pathankot, Samba and Kathua. An immediate blackout was enforced in these areas on Monday.

  • Operation Sindoor: Over 100 Terrorist Eliminated in India’s Precision Strikes In Pakistan & PoK, 35-40 Pak Soldiers Killed In Retaliatory Action On LoC, Says Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai

    Operation Sindoor: Over 100 Terrorist Eliminated in India’s Precision Strikes In Pakistan & PoK, 35-40 Pak Soldiers Killed In Retaliatory Action On LoC, Says Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai

    May 11, 2025

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    Sumit Sharma
    in Defence

    A tri-services press briefing attended by top military brass on Sunday revealed that around 100 terrorists were killed in Operation Sindoor. The press conference was held by Director General of Military Operations (DGMA) Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, Air Marshal AK Bharti and Vice Admiral AN Pramod.

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