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India Signs $248 Million Deal to Upgrade T-72 Tank Engines with Russian Tech

By Khushboo Kumari March 7, 2025 $248 million deal 1000 HP engines armored capabilities armored warfare Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited Avadi battlefield mobility chennai combat effectiveness combat readiness defense preparedness defense sector Heavy Vehicle Factory india indigenous manufacturing Make in India military hardware Ministry of Defence Modernization Operational efficiency Rosoboronexport security threats self-reliance T-72 tanks technological edge Transfer of Technology

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a $248 million contract with Russia’s Rosoboronexport (RoE) for the procurement of advanced 1000 HP engines…

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IAF Jaguar fighter jet crashes in Ambala, pilot ejects safely

By Khushboo Kumari March 7, 2025 Ambala bird strike Crash deep penetration defense strategy ejects safely Fighter Jet Fire fleet replacement Flight Safety ground casualties ground-attack aircraft haryana IAF in-flight emergency Indian Air Force Investigation Jaguar maintenance mission effectiveness Modernization operational reliability Panchkula pilot SEPECAT Jaguar system malfunction takeoff training protocols training sortie twin-engine wreckage

NEW DELHI: An Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Ambala, Haryana, during a routine training sortie on March 7. The pilot encountered…

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Amit Shah renames CISF training centre after Rajaditya Chola on 56th raising day

By Khushboo Kumari March 7, 2025 56th Raising Day AMIT SHAH aviation security awards bravery CAPF ceremony Chola warrior CISF coastal security counter-drone technology critical infrastructure fire safety Government Home mInister honor Infrastructure investiture ceremony Mega Cyclothon Modernization mountaineering National Security parade police medals Rajaditya Chola renaming security forces Sentinel-2025 sports development Tamil Nadu training centre welfare initiatives yoga demonstration

NEW DELHI: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) celebrated its 56th Raising Day with a grand ceremonial function at Rajaditya Chola RTC Thakkolam in Tamil…

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India’s Defence Budget 2025-26: Priorities, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

By Khushboo Kumari March 5, 2025 Agnipath Scheme arms imports Atmanirbhar Bharat border security capital outlay China Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP)Defence Exports defence imports defence manufacturing defence pensions Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs)defence spending defence startups DRDO fighter jet shortage GDP ratio India Defence Budget 2025-26 Indian Air Force Indian Army Indian Navy indigenisation Indigenous defence production Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)Make in India military modernization military procurement Ministry of Defence Modernization National Security operational preparedness Operational readiness Pakistan private sector participation procurement delays Project-75 submarines R&D budget cuts rupee depreciation self-reliance in defence Technology Development Fund ₹6.81 lakh crore allocation

NEW DELHI: The Government of India has allocated ₹6,81,210 crore to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the fiscal year 2025-26, reflecting a 6% increase from…

B.L. Verma lauds CWC’s phenomenal growth and vital role in revolutionizing India’s agricultural storage infrastructure.

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Strengthening storage infrastructure is crucial for prosperous agricultural economy: B.L. Verma

By Khushboo Kumari March 2, 2025 agriculture B.L. Verma cold storage farmers welfare food security minimum support price Modernization supply chain

NEW DELHI: As the Central Warehousing Corporation celebrates its 69th Foundation Day, B.L. Verma, speaking to The New Indian, expressed appreciation for CWC’s progress since…

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CDS Gen Anil Chauhan’s bold call for air-naval synergy to tackle IOR threats

By Khushboo Kumari February 26, 2025 air and naval forces integration air-naval synergy CDS Gen Anil Chauhan Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS)defense interests defense posture deterrence emerging threats force readiness geopolitical landscape Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff Headquarters Southern Air Command Indian Air Force Indian Army Indian Navy Indian Ocean Region (IOR)inter-service cooperation joint operational exercises maritime security modern air-sea battle strategies Modernization National Security operational capabilities real-time intelligence sharing resource allocation strategic partnerships strategic position technological advancements unmanned systems

NEW DELHI: The Headquarters Southern Air Command and the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS) hosted a key seminar on “Synergising Air and Naval Forces:…

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MoD Signs ₹697.35 Cr contracts for Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks

By Aman Kumar Himanshu February 20, 2025 Aatmanirbhar Bharat ACE Limited Buy (Indian)challenging terrains combat support contracts defence infrastructure Defence Secretary R.K. Singh domestic defence manufacturing Employment generation Indian Air Force Indian Army Indian Navy JCB India Limited Military Logistics military preparedness Ministry of Defence MoD Modernization MSME sector operational support rapid deployments Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks RTFLT self-reliance strategic mobility supply chain ₹697.35 crore

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts worth ₹697.35 crore with ACE Limited and JCB India Limited for the procurement of 1,868…

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Great Indian Railways in Guinness Book of World Records

By TNI Team February 3, 2025 cultural heritage Engineering Feats Engineering Marvel Guinness world record Historical Significance Iconic Trains Indian Railways infrastructure development Modernization National Unity Public Transportation Socio-Economic Impact Sustainable Practices Tourism Attraction Transportation Network

The Indian Railways are a testament to India’s engineering prowess and cultural heritage. They are often referred to as the nation’s lifeline. With a network…

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Indian Army unveils robotic mules for logistics at Army Day parade

By Swastik Sharma January 16, 2025 and operate in extreme conditions. The Army plans to deploy 100 robotic mules to improve logistics efficiency Army Day carry supplies Drones During the 77th Army Day parade Indian Army unveils robotic mules for logistics at Army Day parade logistics military innovation Modernization Pune Q-UGVs robotic mules set to replace traditional pack animals. These advanced machines can navigate difficult terrains signaling a shift toward modern technology. Indian Army technology the Indian Army unveiled robotic mules (Q-UGVs) for logistics

PUNE: During the 77th Army Day parade in Pune on January 15, 2025, the Indian Army unveiled its latest technological advancement: robotic mules, officially known…

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Army Day 2025: Gen Dwivedi stresses readiness, modernization, inclusion

By Swastik Sharma January 16, 2025 Agniveers along with security improvements in Jammu and Kashmir and inclusivity. The Army's role in stabilizing borders with China and Pakistan and women’s empowerment. He outlined a roadmap for transformation Army Day borders security.emphasizing modernization focusing on agility Gen. Dwivedi stressed the Indian Army's readiness Gen. Upendra Dwivedi Indian Army internal security JAMMU AND KASHMIR Modernization National Security On the 77th Army Day technological advancement technology was highlighted. The parade in Pune reflected the evolving capabilities and deep connection with India’s heritage.Women Empowerment

PUNE: On the 77th Army Day, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff, assured the nation of the Indian Army’s unwavering readiness to confront any…

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Modernization of post offices: Empowering rural women with doorstep banking and export support

By Aman Kumar Himanshu December 6, 2024 Modernization Modernization of post offices: Empowering rural women with doorstep banking and export support Parliament Post offices Rajya Sabha

To enhance financial accessibility, the postal department has deployed 1.4 lakh mobile phones, thermal printers, and biometric devices, enabling postmen to act as mobile ATMs providing doorstep banking services.

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India Signs $248 Million Deal to Upgrade T-72 Tank Engines with Russian Tech

IAF Jaguar fighter jet crashes in Ambala, pilot ejects safely

Amit Shah renames CISF training centre after Rajaditya Chola on 56th raising day

India’s Defence Budget 2025-26: Priorities, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

Strengthening storage infrastructure is crucial for prosperous agricultural economy: B.L. Verma

MoD Signs ₹697.35 Cr contracts for Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks

Great Indian Railways in Guinness Book of World Records

Indian Army unveils robotic mules for logistics at Army Day parade

Army Day 2025: Gen Dwivedi stresses readiness, modernization, inclusion

Modernization of post offices: Empowering rural women with doorstep banking and export support

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