News- The Prime Minister extended greetings to Sashastra Seema Bal personnel on their Raising Day, praising their dedication and vigilance in difficult terrains. About Sashastra Seema Bal The Sashastra Seema Bal is a Central Armed Police Force responsible for guarding India’s international borders with Nepal and Bhutan. Established: The force was established on 15 March… Continue reading Sashastra Seema Bal
Category: Defence
Dark Eagle Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW)
News: The US Army plans to deploy the Dark Eagle LRHW on a mobile, land-based platform, while the US Navy will field its Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) version for launch from surface ships and submarines. About Dark Eagle Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) The Dark Eagle is a long-range hypersonic missile system developed by U.S.A. It… Continue reading Dark Eagle Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW)
Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’
News: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship ‘Amulya’ Fast Patrol Vessels was commissioned in Goa. About Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’ ICG Ship Amulya is a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel of the Indian Coast Guard. Naming: The name Amulya means “priceless” and reflects India’s defence self-reliance under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India initiatives. The vessel will be based… Continue reading Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’
AH-64E Apache Helicopters
News: The Indian Army received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache helicopters, completing its six-unit Apache squadron at Jodhpur. About AH-64E Apache Helicopters The AH-64E Apache is regarded as the world’s most advanced and lethal attack helicopter and is widely used for reconnaissance, precision strikes, and close air support missions. It is also known… Continue reading AH-64E Apache Helicopters
Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV
News: During Vijay Diwas, the Indian Army showcased Atmanirbharta-driven innovations, including homegrown Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV project. About Ekam AI Ekam AI is a fully indigenous and secure artificial intelligence platform designed for sensitive defence environments. Developed by: It is being developed by the Bengaluru-based startup Neuralix, under the iDEX ADITI 2.0 initiative, which… Continue reading Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV
Param Vir Chakra Award
News: President inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Vijay Diwas, displaying portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. About Param Vir Chakra Award The Param Vir Chakra is India’s highest military decoration for the most exceptional acts of valour, courage, and self-sacrifice during war. Introduced on: It was introduced on January 26,… Continue reading Param Vir Chakra Award
INAS 335 (Ospreys)
News: The Indian Navy will commission its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, on 17 December 2025 at INS Hansa, Goa. About INAS 335 (Ospreys) INAS 335″ primarily refers to the Indian Naval Air Squadron 335, nicknamed the “Ospreys” which is the Indian Navy’s second squadron of MH-60R multi-role helicopters. Built by: The MH-60R helicopter… Continue reading INAS 335 (Ospreys)
First Indigenous Diving Support Craft ‘DSC A20’
News- The Indian Navy will commission DSC A20, the first indigenously built Diving Support Craft, at Kochi on 16 December 2025. About First Indigenous Diving Support Craft ‘DSC A20’ DSC A20 is the first vessel of the indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Craft series for the Indian Navy. Built by: DSC A20 has been… Continue reading First Indigenous Diving Support Craft ‘DSC A20’
Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme
News: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has handed over seven technologies developed under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme to the three Services. About the Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme The Technology Development Fund (TDF) is established under the Make in India initiative to promote self-reliance in defence technology. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Defence… Continue reading Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme
Operation Trident
News: Recently, the Indian Navy celebrates Navy Day to commemorate the Indian Navy’s attack on Karachi Harbor during Operation Trident in the 1971 Indo-Pak War. About Operation Trident Operation Trident was a naval operation launched by the Indian Navy during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. The operation was launched on December 4, 1971, as… Continue reading Operation Trident
