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Troops from participating nations during the opening ceremony of multinational military exercise PRAGATI 2026 at Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya on Wednesday.

13-nation military exercise begins in Meghalaya

May 20, 2026, 03:49 PM - 4 min read

A 13-nation military exercise focusing on counter-terrorism operations in jungle and semi-mountainous terrain began in Meghalaya on Wednesday, with the Indian Army hosting troops from 12 friendly countries.

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Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan has been appointed as India’s next Navy Chief and will succeed Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi on May 31.

India appoints Krishna Swaminathan as Navy Chief

May 9, 2026, 04:34 PM - 3 min read

On promotion to the rank of Rear Admiral, he served as the Chief Staff Officer (Training) at the Southern Naval Command's headquarters in Kochi. Vice Admiral Swaminathan was also instrumental in raising the Indian Naval Safety Team, which oversees operational safety across all verticals of the Navy.

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The Centre has appointed former Army Chief Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding Gen Anil Chauhan from May 30.

Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani chosen India's next CDS

May 9, 2026, 09:40 AM - 1 min read

Lt General NS Raja Subramani will also function as the secretary of the Department of Military Affairs, the defence ministry said in a statement.

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Indian Navy and Sri Lanka Navy boost underwater rescue skills in ‘Divex’ exercise off Colombo.

India, Sri Lanka hold ‘Divex’ Naval exercise

April 29, 2026, 06:04 PM - 3 min read

"The exercise featured advanced deep-sea diving evolutions, including mixed gas diving drills," the spokesperson said.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during the SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting, in Kyrgyzstan.

No double standards on combating terrorism: Rajnath at SCO Meet

April 28, 2026, 02:56 PM - 2 min read

"There is no place for any double standards, and SCO should not hesitate in seeking appropriate action against those who abet, shelter, and provide safe havens to terrorists," Singh said.

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In this image posted on April 22, 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during an interaction event with members of Indian community in Berlin, Germany.

Hormuz situation has wide ramifications, says Rajnath in Germany

April 22, 2026, 04:11 PM - 4 min read

His visit to Germany also comes amid the West Asia conflict that has stretched for over 50 days, with global ramifications.

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Rajnath Singh to visit Germany after 7 years to boost defence ties, hold talks with Boris Pistorius.

To boost defence ties, Rajnath Singh will soon visit Germany

April 19, 2026, 02:22 PM - 2 min read

The last visit by an Indian Defence Minister to Germany was by Nirmala Sitharaman in February 2019. Boris Pistorius had visited India in June 2023 and held extensive talks with Rajnath Singh.

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India plans to buy six P-8I Neptune aircraft from the US for $3.5B, boosting Navy surveillance and anti-submarine warfare amid rising activity in IOR.

Indian Navy set to procure six P-8I aircraft from the US

April 17, 2026, 02:38 PM - 1 min read

Indian Navy already operates a fleet of these aircraft, which have played a critical role in monitoring the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), particularly amid increasing Chinese naval activity.

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Indian Navy reviews maritime security and West Asia crisis impact at commanders’ meet; focus on energy security, combat readiness and evolving warfare.

CDS meets Navy Commanders, discusses maritime framework

April 15, 2026, 06:27 PM - 2 min read

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi commended the force's achievements in safeguarding India's maritime interests, including energy security, amidst the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

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Indian Air Force Chief Amar Preet Singh visits the US to strengthen defence ties; Ambassador Vinay Kwatra welcomes him.

IAF Chief Amar Preet Singh in US to forge ties

April 7, 2026, 02:30 PM - 1 min read

CAS Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh begin his official visit to the US.

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CDS Gen Anil Chauhan reviews LoC readiness in Srinagar, stresses multi-domain warfare, jointness, and tech-driven future combat strategy.

CDS reviews operational readiness of Chinar Corps

April 4, 2026, 07:27 PM - 2 min read

CDS was briefed on Future Force Application and Technology Infusion in Baramulla.

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INS Taragiri commissioned, boosting India’s naval strength. Rajnath Singh highlights Navy’s role in securing trade routes and ensuring maritime security.

INS Taragiri commissioned into Indian Navy

April 3, 2026, 04:22 PM - 2 min read

INS Taragiri commissioned, boosting India’s naval strength. Rajnath Singh highlights Navy’s role in securing trade routes and ensuring maritime security.

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