Defense

Grand Maritime Welcome in Sri Vijaya Puram as INSV Neelkanth Concludes 700 NM Ocean Passage
07
Oct
By Theviralmail
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Grand Maritime Welcome in Sri Vijaya Puram as INSV Neelkanth Concludes 700 NM Ocean Passage

Sri Vijaya Puram — Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Neelkanth was accorded a ceremonial maritime reception at Sri Vijaya Puram upon completing a grueling 700-nautical-mile open-ocean voyage from Visakhapatnam. The passage, flagged off on September 27, serves as a signature operational highlight commemorating the Silver Jubilee (25 years) of the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC)—India’s premier tri-service operational outpost. The expedition showcases the endurance, navigation capabilities, and joint maritime readiness essential to securing India's interests across the vital sea lanes of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). A Grueling 700-Mile Test Across the Bay of Bengal Setting sail from the Eastern…
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Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed as 29th Chief of the Air Staff
06
Oct
By Theviralmail
Defense

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed as 29th Chief of the Air Staff

NEW DELHI — The Government of India has officially named Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM, as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS). Currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, he will assume the rank of Air Chief Marshal when he takes over the leadership of the Indian Air Force on the afternoon of October 31, 2026. He succeeds Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, who superannuates from office on the same day after a distinguished tenure at the helm of the IAF. Four Decades of Military Excellence Born on December 9, 1966,…
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Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh Launches India’s First Indigenous Fleet Support Ship ‘Surya’ at HSL Visakhapatnam
06
Oct
By Theviralmail
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Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh Launches India’s First Indigenous Fleet Support Ship ‘Surya’ at HSL Visakhapatnam

VISAKHAPATNAM — In a major push toward indigenous defence manufacturing and naval capability, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday launched the Indian Navy’s first Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1), named ‘Surya’, at Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL). During his visit to the premier shipyard, the Raksha Mantri also laid the keel of the fifth Fleet Support Ship (FSS-5) and inaugurated the newly upgraded Slipway-4 alongside a state-of-the-art 300-tonne Goliath Crane. Calling the three events a collective reflection of national capability, Shri Rajnath Singh remarked, “The launch of FSS-1 is a symbol of achievement, keel laying of FSS-5 is a symbol of resolve,…
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MoD Inks ₹661.50 Crore Deal for BrahMos Fire Control Systems and Launchers to Arm Indian Navy Warships
06
Oct
By Theviralmail
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MoD Inks ₹661.50 Crore Deal for BrahMos Fire Control Systems and Launchers to Arm Indian Navy Warships

In a decisive move to strengthen indigenous naval combat power, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract worth ₹661.50 crore with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) in New Delhi. The procurement covers advanced BrahMos Fire Control Systems and missile launchers specifically configured for the Indian Navy’s frontline surface fleet under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category. Strategic Significance of the Buy (Indian-IDDM) Contract The procurement executed under the Indigenously Designed, Developed, and Manufactured (IDDM) framework guarantees a minimum of 68% indigenous content. Inked in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, the contract accelerates self-reliance across critical naval hardware:…
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France’s Rafale adds laser-guided rockets to counter Shahed-type drones
30
Sep
By Theviralmail
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France’s Rafale adds laser-guided rockets to counter Shahed-type drones

France has developed a new, lower-cost anti-drone option for its Rafale fighter jets after operational experience in the Middle East highlighted the challenge of dealing with Shahed-type drones. The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has successfully integrated 68-mm laser-guided rockets onto the Rafale under a new anti-drone capability called LADAC. The system combines the Rafale’s radar, the Talios laser-designation pod and guided rockets to detect, track, designate and engage drones. The capability was developed at speed. According to the French Defence Ministry, the contract was awarded in December 2025 under an “operational urgency” procedure, with the first successful live-fire trials…
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High-Seas Takedown: Indian Coast Guard Seizes ₹3,000-Crore Narcotics Cache in Arabian Sea Drama
30
Sep
By Theviralmail
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High-Seas Takedown: Indian Coast Guard Seizes ₹3,000-Crore Narcotics Cache in Arabian Sea Drama

In a joint intelligence-driven operation west of Lakshadweep, authorities intercepted an Iranian dhow, arrested five Pakistani nationals, and confiscated over 500 kg of heroin and methamphetamine. In one of the most significant maritime counter-narcotics strikes in recent years, the Indian Coast Guard (Bharatiya Tatrakshak), working in tandem with the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), has dismantled a major transnational smuggling attempt, seizing contraband valued at over ₹3,000 crore on the international market. The operation, executed on September 25, unfolded across the high seas west of Lakshadweep after actionable intelligence triggered a coordinated sea-air surveillance effort. Coast Guard units tracked and initiated…
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Tejas Mk-1A engine supply bottleneck begins to ease, 12 more GE engines expected by year-end
29
Sep
By Theviralmail
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Tejas Mk-1A engine supply bottleneck begins to ease, 12 more GE engines expected by year-end

The engine supply bottleneck that has held up the Indian Air Force’s LCA Tejas Mk-1A programme is showing signs of easing, with MoD now confirming that India is expected to receive 12 more GE Aerospace F404 engines by the end of this year. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) currently has 27 Tejas Mk-1A airframes ready, with 10 engines received so far. The remaining airframes have been flown using available test/reserve engines, while work continues on the final integration and validation of the aircraft. According to top officials of the MoD, GE Aerospace has committed to supplying four engines a month, which…
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Indian Coast Guard Prevents Major Maritime Disaster as Flooding on Chemical Tanker MT Seagull 9 Is Stabilised
28
Sep
By Theviralmail
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Indian Coast Guard Prevents Major Maritime Disaster as Flooding on Chemical Tanker MT Seagull 9 Is Stabilised

The Belize-flagged vessel, carrying 9,000 metric tonnes of palm oil and 23 crew members, developed engine failure and flooding off Paradip, Odisha. A specialised Coast Guard team stabilised the tanker and prevented it from capsizing. New Delhi, September 28, 2026: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has averted a potential maritime disaster after responding to a distressed foreign tanker that suffered engine failure and severe flooding off the Odisha coast. The Belize-flagged chemical tanker MT Seagull 9, carrying 9,000 metric tonnes of palm oil with 23 crew members onboard, issued a distress call at around 7:30 am on September 27 after…
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Why India’s Navy Chiefs Are Gathering in Delhi Amid Rising Regional Tensions
28
Sep
By Theviralmail
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Why India’s Navy Chiefs Are Gathering in Delhi Amid Rising Regional Tensions

The ongoing conflict in West Asia and the need to safeguard India’s maritime and energy interests are set to be among the key focus areas at the Indian Navy’s Commanders’ Conference, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from September 29 to October 1. The three-day Commanders’ Conference 2026/02, the Navy’s second biannual apex-level conference of the year, will bring together senior Naval leadership, including Operational and Area Commanders, for a comprehensive review of the force’s preparedness at the military-strategic level. Energy security amid West Asia tensions With the continuing instability in West Asia having implications for maritime security and…
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200 Years of Artillery: What’s Next for One of India’s Oldest Military Arms?
28
Sep
By Theviralmail
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200 Years of Artillery: What’s Next for One of India’s Oldest Military Arms?

On its 200th Gunners Day, the Regiment of Artillery is moving beyond the traditional gun-and-shell battlefield, combining 155mm systems with drones, sensors, loitering munitions, rockets and digital networks From mountain guns dragged into some of the most inhospitable terrain to precision weapons guided by drones and digital networks, the Indian Army’s Regiment of Artillery has undergone a transformation that mirrors the changing character of warfare. As the Gunners observe their 200th Gunners Day on September 28, 2026, the occasion marks not merely a celebration of military heritage but a significant transition in the way artillery is organised, equipped and employed.…
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