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March 12, 2026
Two-Day ADGs/DDGs Conference of NCC commences in New DelhiThe two-day conference of the Additional Directors General (ADGs) and Deputy Directors General (DDGs) of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) commenced at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, on March 12, 2026.
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March 11, 2026
Defence Headquarters Training Institute Secures “Ati Utkrishth” NSCSTI AccreditationDefence Headquarters Training Institute (DHTI), Ministry of Defence has achieved a significant milestone by securing “Ati Utkrishth” (4-Star) accreditation under the National Standards for Civil Services Training Institutions (NSCSTI) framework.
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March 11, 2026
Global First in Minimally invasive Glaucoma Surgery with aqueous angiography at Army Hospital (R&R), DelhiIn a landmark advancement in glaucoma surgery, surgeons at Army Hospital (Research & Referral) have successfully performed a world's first implantation of the Hydrus Microstent guided by intraoperative aqueous angiography along with cataract surgery.
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March 11, 2026
India is Committed to welfare of its Neighbours: Minister of State for DefenceMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth said today that India is committed to welfare of its neighbours, while steadfast on zero-tolerance towards terrorism.
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March 10, 2026
Tata Advanced Systems Limited Selects Ramco SystemsRamco Aviation Software to power the digital foundation of TASL's new Defence MRO facility supporting the Indian Airforce
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March 10, 2026
DRDO & Indian Navy conduct in-flight release trials of indigenous Air Droppable Container 'ADC-150' from P-8I AircraftDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy jointly conducted four successful in-flight release trials of the indigenous Air Droppable Container 'ADC-150' from the P8I aircraft off the coast of Goa between February 21 to March 1, 2026, at different extreme release conditions.
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March 10, 2026
Defence Minister releases ‘Defence Forces Vision 2047: A Roadmap for a Future-Ready Indian Military’Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released 'Defence Forces Vision 2047: A Roadmap for a Future-Ready Indian Military' at an event in South Block, New Delhi on March 10, 2026.
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March 9, 2026
Ministry of Defence releases Manual of Security Instructions 2026Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh released a new Manual of Security Instructions 2026 of the Ministry of Defence at a function in South Block, New Delhi on March 9, 2026.
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March 9, 2026
Indian Contingent Departs for Seychelles for Joint Military “Exercise LAMITIYE – 2026”Indian Armed Forces contingent arrived at Seychelles to participate in the Eleventh edition of Joint Military Exercise "LAMITIYE-2026" with Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF). The Joint Exercise will be conducted at Seychelles Defence Academy from March 9-20, 2026.
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March 9, 2026
Dassault Aviation Awards Long-Term Contract to Hical Technologies to manufacture products for Critical Rafale Control Systems applicationsDassault Aviation and Hical Technologies, a Bengaluru-based leader in aerospace manufacturer for high-precision electromechanical systems...
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March 7, 2026
Indian Army's Central Command Conducts its First-Ever Strategic Communication Conclave in LucknowThe Indian Army's Central Command conducted its first-ever Strategic Communication Conclave in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on March 7, 2026. With close to 500 people in attendance, the conclave involved deliberations and panel discussions on strategic communication in the national security architecture.
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March 7, 2026
INS Tarangini Arrives at Colombo with SLN Seariders Embarked for Sea TrainingIndian Navy's Sail Training Ship INS Tarangini arrived at Colombo on March 6, 2026, after completing sail training of Sri Lanka Navy Seariders. Three officers and 26 trainees from the Sri Lanka Naval and Maritime Academy had embarked the ship at Trincomalee for the sail training deployment.
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March 6, 2026
Self-reliance is the only way to stay relevant & ready in today's global uncertainties: Defence Minister at Sagar Sankalp“Defence exports poised to reach approximately ₹29,000 crore by April 2026”
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March 5, 2026
Defence Minister exhorts GRSE to build niche platforms in today's evolving tech-driven era to realise Government's Viksit Bharat goalDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Limited to continue coming forth with state-of-the-art platforms...
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March 3, 2026
MoD inks ₹5,083 crore contracts for ALH Mk-II (MR) & VL-Shtil missilesMinistry of Defence, on March 3, 2026, signed contracts worth a total of ₹5,083 crore for the acquisition of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-II (Maritime Role) for the Indian Coast Guard and Surface-to-Air Vertical Launch - Shtil missiles for the Indian Navy.
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March 3, 2026
Contract for 04 X 500T Self Propelled Fuel Barges for Indian Navy with Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, ThaneA contract for construction of 04 X 500T Self Propelled Fuel Barges has been concluded with Shoft Shipyard Private Limited, Thane (MSME Shipyard) on March 2, 2026.
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March 2, 2026
Minister of State for Defence flags-in INSV Kaundinya following successful completion of its maiden overseas voyage to OmanSanjay Seth encourages youth to embrace adventure & innovation rooted in civilisational confidence
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February 27, 2026
Secretary (Defence Production) holds key meetings with senior Italian defence officials in RomeSecretary (Defence Production) Sanjeev Kumar called on Italy's Under Secretary of State for Defence Matteo Perego di Cremnago and held meetings with National Armaments Director Admiral Giacinto Ottaviani and Chief of Italian Defence Forces General Luciano Portolano during his visit to Rome on February 26 & 27, 2026.
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February 27, 2026
DRDO conducts successful flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence SystemDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three successive flight-trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha.
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February 27, 2026
Indian Air Force Conducts Exercise 'Vayushakti-26' at Pokhran Range, JaisalmerThe Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted Exercise Vayushakti-26 at Pokhran Field Firing Range, Jaisalmer, demonstrating its formidable combat readiness, operational synergy and technological prowess across full spectrum of air operations.
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February 27, 2026
President of India Undertakes a Sortie in the Indigenous Light Combat Helicopter Prachand at Air Force Station JaisalmerSortie in Prachand has filled me with a Renewed Sense of Pride in the Nation's Defence Capabilities: President Droupadi Murmu
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February 27, 2026
Commissioning of INS Anjadip at ChennaiINS Anjadip, the fourth ship of the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project, was formally commissioned into the Indian Navy in an official ceremony held at Chennai Port on February 27, 2026.
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February 26, 2026
Minister of State for Defence inaugurates Chungthang-Lachen Axis and Taram Chu Bridge in SikkimMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth inaugurated Chungthang – Lachen axis and a 400 ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge in North Sikkim restored by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO).
