The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with an Indian firm to upgrade the simulators of the Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force. “Led by MSME, this upgrade will incorporate all indigenous weapons and capabilities, enhancing operational training for IAF pilots,” an official statement said. The Su-30 MKI fighter […]
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Defence Ministry lists promotion of Nari Shakti, self reliance and border infra major highlights of 2023
The Ministry of Defence has listed the promotion of Nari Shakti, self-reliance and border infrastructure as major highlights of 2023. 2023 was a landmark year for the Ministry of Defence as giant strides were made towards realising the vision of the Government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to create […]
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Defence Ministry to take up deal for acquiring MQ-9 Reaper armed drones from US
India is all set to finalise a deal for acquiring MQ-9 Reaper armed drones from the US in a Defence Acquisition Council meeting (DAC) to be held today in the national capital, said Defence officials. A meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will […]
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Defence Ministry exceeds domestic procurement target in FY 2021-22
In the last financial year 2021-22, the Ministry of Defence exceeded its target of spending 64 per cent of modernisation funds on buying from domestic firms. The Ministry had earmarked 64 per cent of the Capital Acquisition Budget for the domestic industry in Financial Year (FY) 2021-22. “At the end […]
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Defence Ministry approves setting up of 21 new Sainik schools
With an aim to establish 100 new Sainik schools across the country in a partnership model, the Defence Ministry on Saturday approved the setting up of 21 such schools, in partnership with NGOs, private schools or state governments. According to the press note issued by Defence Ministry, these new schools will be distinct […]
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Defence Ministry’s spokesperson shares cockpit view of various fighter jets during its formation
In a visual delight, Defence Ministry’s spokesperson on Wednesday shared a view of the cockpit of various fighter jets during the Republic Day celebration at Rajpath. Baaz formation comprises 1 Rafale, 2 Jaguar, 2 MiG-29 UPG, 2 Su-30 MI ac in seven ac ‘Arrowhead’ formation flying at 300 m AOL. […]
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Defence Ministry’s probe into alleged coast guard forgery case on senior officers’ records go missing
In the ongoing inquiry into the allegations of forgery in the personal records of senior officers from the Indian Coast Guard, it is emerging that around 20 annual confidential reports of top officers have been manipulated. The investigations into the allegations of forgery started after an Inspector General rank officer complained to the Defence […]
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Afghan forces regain control over two districts in North: Defence Ministry
The Afghan Ministry of Defence on Saturday confirmed that security forces have regained control over Ali Abad district in Kunduz and Yaftal district in Badakhshan province. There was a lot of pressure on the terrorist group but they finally handed over the districts, Tolo News reported citing Abdul Matin Qudosi, member of […]
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Defence Ministry all set to clear over Rs 6,000 cr Arjun Mark 1A tank for Army
Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the Main Battle Tank Arjun Mark1A to the nation, the Defence Ministry on Tuesday is all set to clear the acquisition of these tanks worth over Rs 6,000 crore by the Army. The Defence Ministry had recently cleared the induction of 118 Arjun Mark1A tanks into the Indian Army. “The Defence Ministry […]
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Defence Ministry’s quota proposal for arms unit apprentices rejected
A proposal mooted by the Defence Ministry to provide 10 per cent reservation to trade apprentices belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in ordnance factories has been turned down by the Union Skill Development Ministry, sources said here. The employee federations of the state-run Ordnance Factory Board (OFB), parent organisation […]