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Huge scope for UK firms to invest in India's defence sector: UKIBC report
New Delhi, July 11: The UK India Business Council (UKIBC) on Friday highlighted opportunities, challenges and recommendations to deepen bilateral cooperation between the UK and India in the defence sector.
UKIBC recommends ways and means for UK to deepen defence cooperation with India
New Delhi, July 11: The UK India Business Council (UKIBC) has released a report, putting out a slew of recommendations to deepen bilateral defence cooperation between the UK and India.
India to fastrack Rs 20,000 crore 87 MALE drone project for defence forces
New Delhi, July 9: At a time when Operation Sindoor against Pakistan is still ongoing, India is looking to fast-track the project for acquiring 87 medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drones to further enhance its surveillance capabilities both over sea and land borders.
India will not be deterred by nuclear blackmail: CDS Gen Anil Chauhan
New Delhi, July 8: Noting that Operation Sindoor is the only example of a conflict between two nuclear-weapon states, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday that India has made it clear that that it will not be deterred by any nuclear blackmail by its western neighbour.
China using Pakistan as proxy to test weapons: Deputy Army Chief Lt Gen Rahul Singh
New Delhi, July 4: China is using Pakistan as a proxy to test its military hardware, said Lieutenant General Rahul R Singh, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Capability Development and Sustenance), during a keynote address at a FICCI defence seminar on Friday.
US, India to ink 10-year Defence Framework by year end
Washington D C, July 3: India and the United States of America have agreed to sign a new 10-year US-India Defence Framework by this year, US Senior Defence Spokesperson Colonel Chris Devine said.
Former Chhattisgarh Governor Shekhar Dutt passes away, last rites to be held in Delhi today
Raipur/New Delhi, July 3: Former Governor of Chhattisgarh and ex-Defence Secretary of India Dr Shekhar Dutt passed away on July 2 at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, following a prolonged illness. He was 80. The last rites will be performed in the national capital on Thursday.
US gives India priority as key South Asia defence partner: Pete Hegseth
Washington, July 2: The US gives India priority as its “key defence partner in South Asia”, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has affirmed to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, according to a Pentagon Spokesperson, Colonel Chris Devine.
India, US mutually aware of regional security concerns, can counter threats together: Hegseth
Washington, July 2: During his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the US and India are mutually aware of the security concerns in the region, and have the ability to counter that threat together.
Rajnath Singh, Hegseth discuss ways to augment defence ties with focus on expanding industry collaboration
New Delhi, July 2: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth held a telephonic conversation on Tuesday, the Ministry of Defence said in an official statement.
Indo-French joint military exercise 'Shakti 2025' concludes in France
Paris, July 1: The eighth edition of the Indo-French Joint Military Exercise 'Shakti' concluded on Tuesday after two weeks of intensive training and cooperation between the Indian and French armed forces.
Domestic defence manufacturing reduced dependency on India's global imports from 11% to 4% over past 14 years: Report
New Delhi, June 23: Traditionally heavily reliant on foreign suppliers for defence equipment, India has significantly reduced its dependence on defence imports over the last 14 years, marking a major shift in its defence strategy and policy.
India must boost production capacity for military-grade drones: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, June 20: Highlighting the role of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in modern warfare, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has said that India must boost its production capacity for military-grade drones. He noted that the Centre wants to cut the defence procurement cycle to a maximum of two years and the government will come up with a new Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP 2025) in six months.
India has redefined its defence capabilities with emphasis on self-reliance
New Delhi, June 19: India has emerged as a formidable global leader over the past 11 years, driven by bold initiatives that fuse ambition with action, with the country making significant strides in indigenizing its defence sector, with defence exports witnessing a multifold increase over the past 11 years.
India's Defence sector to see revenue grow of 15-17% in FY 2026: ICRA
New Delhi, June 18: Entities in the Indian Defence sector are expected to witness robust growth momentum, with expected revenue expansion of 15-17 per cent in FY2026, according to a report by Investment Information and Credit Rating Agency (ICRA).
Sri Lankan Army Commander Lt Gen Lasantha Rodrigo meets Def Secy Rajesh Kumar
New Delhi, June 11: Sri Lankan Army Commander Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo, met with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh today in New Delhi, according to the Defence Ministry.
11 years of India's defence sector: From indigenous production to global exports and redefined national security
New Delhi, June 10: India's defence sector has witnessed an extraordinary transformation over the last eleven years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. The sector saw a steady rise in its defence budget, resulting in record-breaking production and a surge in exports.
Making India stronger: PM Modi highlights 11 years of defence reforms, self-reliance
New Delhi, June 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took to social media to celebrate the remarkable strides made by India’s defence sector over the past 11 years, underlining the twin focus on modernisation and self-reliance.
Annamalai hails BrahMos impact, says many countries showing interest
New Delhi, June 1: Senior BJP leader K. Annamalai on Sunday underscored India's rising global stature in defence manufacturing and praised the country's civilizational values as its most enduring strength.
India's Defence budget to rise five-fold to Rs 31.7 lakh crore by 2047, says CII KPMG Report
New Delhi, May 30: India is expected to see a major boost in its defence sector by the year 2047, with the total defence budget projected to rise to Rs 31.7 lakh crore, according to joint study report by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and KPMG.
India's defence production projected to jump 6-fold to Rs 8.8 lakh crore in 2047
New Delhi, May 30: The country’s defence production is expected to surge over six-fold to Rs 8.8 lakh crore in 2047 from Rs 1.46 lakh crore in 2024-25, according to a report compiled by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and KPMG India.
India's defence production surges to all-time high of Rs 1.46 lakh crore: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, May 29: India’s indigenous defence production has surged to an all-time high of Rs 1.46 lakh crore, with exports increasing to a record Rs 24,000 crore in 2024-25, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday.
India's BrahMos missile is superior to China's air defences: Defence expert Sanjeev Srivastava
Varanasi, May 20: Defence expert Sanjeev Srivastava has highlighted the unmatched power of India's BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, citing US defence expert John Spencer's remarks that the missile's capabilities surpass even China's advanced air defence systems.
India at LIMA 2025: Union Minister Sanjay Seth meets Malaysian PM Ibrahim
Langkawi, May 20: India marked a prominent presence at the 17th edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025), with Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth meeting Malaysian Prime Minister YAB Dato' Seri Anwar Bin Ibrahim during the event’s grand opening ceremony.
Op Sindoor displayed tri-services synergy, strategic depth, technological dominance, says MoD
New Delhi, May 18: The Ministry of Defence in a statement said on Sunday that Operation Sindoor stands as a bold statement--India is united, future-ready, and resolute against cross-border terrorism.
Akash Missile was 'dream project' of Dr Abdul Kalam: Scientist Prahlada Ramarao
By Shalini Bhardwaj, New Delhi, May 14: Prahlada Ramarao, former DRDO scientist behind India's Akash missile system, on Wednesday described the Akash Missile defence system as a dream project of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, revealing that it held a special place in his heart.
India's defence budget more than doubled in 11 years to beef up armed forces
New Delhi, May 13: India's annual defence budget has increased 2.6 times from Rs 2.53 lakh crore in 2013-14 to Rs 6.81 lakh crore in 2025-26 which reflects India's steadfast commitment to enhancing national security, modernising its armed forces and bolstering military infrastructure, according to a Ministry of Defence statement.
Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani, thanks him for efforts to deepen defence cooperation
New Delhi, May 5: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart, General Nakatani in the national capital and thanked the Japanese government for expressing solidarity with India over the recent terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people were killed.
Government issues advisory to media channels to refrain from live coverage of defence operations
New Delhi, April 26: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued an advisory to all media platforms to refrain from showing live coverage of defence operations and movement of security forces.
Pakistan under terrorists' control, Indian Army will give befitting reply: MoS Defence
New Delhi, April 26: Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Saturday claimed that Pakistan is under the control of terrorists, and the Indian Army will give an appropriate reply to the terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives.
India's defence production to touch Rs 3 lakh crore by 2029: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 17: Highlighting the country’s target to produce defence equipment worth Rs 3 lakh crore by the year 2029, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that India today stands shoulder to shoulder with developed nations in critical areas such as missile technology (Agni, BrahMos), submarines (INS Arihant) and aircraft carriers (INS Vikrant).
India emerging as key player in global defence production: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 17: Highlighting the growing production capabilities, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that India today stands shoulder to shoulder with developed nations in critical areas such as missile technology (Agni, BrahMos), submarines (INS Arihant), aircraft carriers (INS Vikrant), AI, drones and cyber defence.
Building indigenous future-ready defence ecosystem is strategic necessity: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, April 10: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh advocated for the development and modernisation of the Armed Forces through self-reliance on Thursday and said that low-cost high-tech solutions and enhanced fighting capability are needed.
PM Modi hails India's journey towards self-reliance and global leadership in defence manufacturing
New Delhi, April 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday referred to India's record defence exports in the financial year (FY) 2024-25 as "a proud milestone" in the journey towards the country's self-reliance.
India's defence exports log over 12 pc growth at record Rs 23,622 crore in FY25
New Delhi, April 1: India's defence exports surged to a record high of Rs 23,622 crore (about $2.76 billion) in the just-concluded FY25 -- a growth of Rs 2,539 crore or 12.04 per cent compared to Rs 21,083 crore in FY24, the government said on Tuesday.
India aims Rs 3 lakh cr in defence production by 2029 with Rs 50,000 cr in exports
New Delhi, March 29: The government on Saturday said it aims to achieve Rs 3 lakh crore in defence production by 2029, reinforcing the country’s position as a global defence manufacturing hub.
Defence production hit Rs 1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24, exports cross Rs 21,000 crore
New Delhi, March 25: India's defence production has reached a record Rs 1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24, the Ministry of Defence said in a release on Tuesday.
ASEAN counter-terrorism meet ends with resolve to build robust strategy
New Delhi, March 21: Evolving a robust and comprehensive strategy to tackle the ever-growing threat of terrorism and extremism, emerged as a key takeaway from the 14th meeting of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism (EWG on CT), an official said on Friday.
ASEAN is committed to promote 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Wednesday said that ASEAN is committed to promote a 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation and violent extremism to disrupt terror financing networks.
India's defence sector on fast track to become global powerhouse: Report
New Delhi, March 16: India's defence industry is rapidly evolving into a global powerhouse as the country's defence exports surged to an all-time high of Rs 21,083 crore in FY24 -- a 32.5 per cent increase from the previous year's Rs 15,920 crore, as per a report.