News: The Government has appointed Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) after General Anil Chauhan completes his tenure on 30 May. About Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) The CDS is the highest-ranking four-star military officer and permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee. Genesis: The idea… Continue reading Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
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Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
News: DRDO and the IAF successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon off Odisha coast. About The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon TARA is India’s first indigenous glide weapon system that converts unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. Developed by: TARA has been designed and developed by the Research… Continue reading Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
INS Mahendragiri
News: INS Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A frigate, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Mumbai on April 30, marking a milestone. About INS Mahendragiri Mahendragiri (Yard 12654) is the sixth indigenous stealth frigate of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) delivered to the Indian Navy. Construction & Delivery: It was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited… Continue reading INS Mahendragiri
Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
News: Pakistan has inducted its first Hangor-class submarine into the navy, marking a major step in its maritime capability upgrade program. About Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine It is Pakistan’s first advanced submarine inducted under an agreement with China to modernize naval capabilities. Designed by: The submarine is based on China’s Type 039A design. Built under… Continue reading Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
News: India ranked as the fifth-largest military spender in 2025, according to a report released by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. About India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI In April 2026, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute confirmed India as the world’s fifth-largest military spender in its annual report. Reports titled: SIPRI annual… Continue reading India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR)
News: DRDO and Indian Navy successfully conducted the maiden salvo launch of NASM-SR from a naval helicopter off the Bay of Bengal coast. About Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR) NASM-SR is an advanced air-launched anti-ship missile system designed for short-range naval operations. Developer: The missile has been developed by Hyderabad-based Research Center Imarat in collaboration… Continue reading Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR)
Atlas Drone Swarm System
News: Recently, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army unveiled the new Atlas drone swarm system with mass launch and single-operator control capability. About Atlas Drone Swarm System It is a mobile battlefield platform designed to deploy and coordinate large numbers of drones from a single command point. Designed by: The system has been manufactured by China’s… Continue reading Atlas Drone Swarm System
DSC A 23
News: DSC A 23, the fourth ship of the five Diving Support Craft (DSC) project, was launched at Titagarh, Kolkata (WB). About DSC A 23 DSC A 23 is the fourth ship of the five Diving Support Craft (DSC) project. Launched on: It was launched on 19 Apr 2026 at Titagarh, Kolkata (WB). Constructed by:… Continue reading DSC A 23
Operation Dhahabu Blitz
News: DRI Mumbai busts gold smuggling syndicate in Op Dhahabu Blitz; seizing approx. 30 kg gold worth ₹38 crore. About Operation Dhahabu Blitz It is an enforcement operation carried out to crack down on gold smuggling networks into India. Naming: Gold is called ‘Dhahabu’ in Swahili language. Organized by: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) Aim:… Continue reading Operation Dhahabu Blitz
INS Aridhaman
News: India inducted INS Aridaman, its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), strengthening its sea-based nuclear deterrence capabilities. About INS Aridhaman INS Aridhaman is the third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine or Submersible Ship Ballistic Nuclear (SSBN). Commission year: It is being commissioned in 2026. It is part of the strategic weapons programme, falls under the… Continue reading INS Aridhaman
