News: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) launched ‘Shreyas’, the third of four Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels built for the Indian Navy. About Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘Shreyas’ Classification: It is the third of four Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs). The NGOPVs form part of the Indian Navy’s 11-ship NGOPV programme. The first vessel,… Continue reading Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘Shreyas’
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ASW-SWC Mangrol
News: The third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, Mangrol, is scheduled to be commissioned into the Indian Navy on 12 October 2026. About ASW-SWC Mangrol Mangrol is the 3rd Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) of Indian Navy. Built by: It was built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi. Naming: It is named after Mangrol,… Continue reading ASW-SWC Mangrol
PROJECT SEABIRD
News: Residential accommodation for Senior Sailors and Defence Civilians of Indian Navy along with critical trunk utility and amenity infrastructure was inaugrated as part of Project Seabird Phase IIA. About PROJECT SEABIRD Project Seabird is a strategic naval infrastructure project of the Indian Navy. It is the largest naval infrastructure project for India. Location: It… Continue reading PROJECT SEABIRD
Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP)
News: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the maiden live jump of the Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP) at one of the highest-altitude drop zones, Nyoma (Mudh DZ). About Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP) TheAdvanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP) is a static line parachute system meant for mass drop of paratroopers. Developed by: It is designed and developed… Continue reading Advanced High-Altitude Parachute (AHAP)
First Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1)
News: Defence Minister will launch Fleet Support Ship-1 (FSS-1) will launch First Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1) at Visakhapatnam. About First Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1) First Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1) is the first of five Fleet Support Ships being built for the Indian Navy. It has been named as Surya. Deployment location: It will be deployed… Continue reading First Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1)
AASHVAST Labs
News: The Indian Army will soon operate six AASHVAST labs to inspect drones and, eventually, CCTV cameras for firmware-level vulnerabilities. About AASHVAST Labs AASHVAST stands for Assessment and Analysis of Electronic Systems Hardware for Vulnerabilities and Security Threats. It is a firmware analysis and validation suite developed by QuickPay Pvt. Ltd. for the Directorate General… Continue reading AASHVAST Labs
New Extradition Portal and PRAHAAR initiative
News: The Ministry of Home Affairs unveiled PRAHAAR and a new extradition portal to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts and bring fugitives back to India. About New Extradition Portal New Extradition Portal is intended to bring together and streamline efforts to secure the return of fugitives from abroad. Launched by: The Ministry of Home Affairs launched the new… Continue reading New Extradition Portal and PRAHAAR initiative
Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW)
News: The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹810.79 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for 160 SAT-SAAW for the Indian Air Force. About Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) SAT-SAAW is an air-to-ground precision-guided glide bomb. It is designed to neutralise enemy airfields from a long stand-off range. Developed by: The system was indigenously designed and… Continue reading Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW)
Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme
News: HQ Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) is organising ‘Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE)’ programme from 14 to 18 September 2026 at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. About Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme is a unique platform for civil-military engagement on national security. Organised by: It has… Continue reading Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE) Programme
Exercise Samudra Laksamana
News: INS Mysore arrived at Lumut, Malaysia, to take part in the fourth edition of the bilateral naval exercise Samudra Laksamana alongside the Royal Malaysian Navy. About Exercise Samudra Laksamana Exercise Samudra Laksamana is a bilateral Naval exercise between India and Malaysia, contributing to maritime cooperation and interoperability. 2026 Host: It commenced on September 9,… Continue reading Exercise Samudra Laksamana
