Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan on August 29 to 30 for the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, focusing on defence, economy, technology and Indo-Pacific security.
DRDO carried out the first flight test of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System in Odisha, using missiles and lasers to destroy drones and aircraft which is the first step towards Sudarshan Chakra.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced India will jointly produce advanced jet engines with France’s Safran which will strengthen self reliance in defence.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh honoured four IAF officers chosen as Gaganyatris for India’s first space mission, praising their courage, dedication, and role in shaping the nation’s growing presence in space exploration.
India’s defence procurement will cross Rs 2 lakh crore this year, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, adding 75% of the defence budget goes to Indian companies after Operation Sindoor.
India and Russia are entering a fresh stage of cooperation as Moscow shows interest in joining India’s Sudarshan Chakra defence project while energy trade and future $100 billion bilateral goals remain the focus.
JSW Sarbloh Motors has partnered with Tomcar USA to build the TX range of all-terrain vehicles in India from 2026, with first trials planned for the Indian armed forces.
India’s ARDE under DRDO is building a new Gatling gun-based CIWS to protect the Army and Air Force from drones, cruise missiles and lowflying aircraft.
Russia praised India’s use of the S-400 in Operation Sindoor, calling it proof of strong defence ties. Moscow backed future projects like Sudarshan Chakra and appreciated Indian support
India will host Ransamwad 2025, a tri-services seminar at Army War College, Mhow on August 26-27. Rajnath Singh and service chiefs will attend, with Operation Sindoor lessons shaping future warfare talks
