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September 17, 2025
Portugal signs an amendment to the existing contract for the acquisition of the sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft and the inclusion of ten new purchase optionsEmbraer, one of the global leaders in the aerospace industry, and the Portuguese State today signed the amendment to the current contract for the acquisition of the sixth KC-390 Millennium aircraft and the inclusion of ten new purchase options for potential acquisitions by future partner nations.
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September 16, 2025
Go beyond traditional concepts of war & be ready to deal with unconventional threats: Defence Minister to Armed Forces at Combined Commanders' Conference 2025Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has exhorted the Armed Forces to go beyond the traditional concepts of war and remain alert & ready to deal with invisible challenges emanating from unconventional threats such as information, ideological, ecological and biological warfare.
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September 15, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviews security situation & defence preparedness during Combined Commanders' Conference 2025 in KolkataPM emphasises on Jointness, Aatmanirbharta & Innovation for enhanced operational readiness of the Armed Forces
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September 10, 2025
GA-ASI and AeroVironment Complete First-Ever Air Launch of Switchblade 600 from MQ-9A UASRelease of Smaller Loitering Munition Further Validates Large UAS as Motherships
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September 10, 2025
RTX's Pratt & Whitney receives TF33 engine sustainment contract for NATO's E-3 Sentry fleetPratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has received an $18 million TF33 engine sustainment contract from the NATO Support Procurement Agency (NSPA).
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September 8, 2025
BIRD Aerosystems Awarded Contract to develop, Install and test its Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS) Featuring it's DIRCM on Israeli Air Force Apache AH64AWorld's Most Compact and Advanced DIRCM System to Be Installed on IAF Apache
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September 5, 2025
Boeing, RAAF Prove MQ-28 Operational EffectivenessBoeing and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) have successfully completed demonstrations proving the operational viability of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA).
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September 5, 2025
16th India-Singapore Defence Working Group meeting held in SingaporeThe 16th India-Singapore Defence Working Group meeting took place in Singapore on September 4, 2025.
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September 4, 2025
Panama signs contract for the acquisition of the Super Tucano as new platform for the National Air and Naval ServicePanama becomes eighth Latin American country to select the A-29 Super Tucano as its main aircraft for the country's surveillance
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September 4, 2025
GA-ASI's MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Showcased in NAS Whidbey Island Open HouseGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) deployed an Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)-configured MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI), Washington, to support its Open House event on August 23.
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September 4, 2025
Northrop Grumman Strengthens Polish Industrial CooperationNorthrop Grumman Corporation and Wojskowe Zak lady Lotnicze No. 2 S.A. (WZL2) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during Poland's international defense industry exhibition, MSPO.
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September 1, 2025
Air Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia assumes the Appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge MaintenanceAir Marshal Sanjiv Ghuratia AVSM VSM assumed the appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance at Indian Air Force Headquarters on September 1, 2025.
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September 1, 2025
The Portuguese Air Force's first A-29N Super Tucano arrive at OGMA's facilitiesEmbraer, one of the global leaders in the aerospace industry, carried out the transfer flight of the first A-29N Super Tucano to OGMA, in Portugal.
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September 1, 2025
Change of Command at Base Repair Depot, Bani CampAir Commodore Venkateshwaran Krishna Kumar has assumed the command of Air Force Station Bani Camp, Najafgarh, as the Air Officer Commanding on September 1, 2025. He took over the reins from Air Commodore Amit Agrawal.
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August 30, 2025
Air Marshal Vijay Kumar Garg Visits Air Force Station Prahladpur, New DelhiAir Marshal Vijay Kumar Garg, AVSM VSM, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command, Indian Air Force, accompanied by Mrs. Ritu Garg, President Air Force Families Welfare Association (Regional) visited Air Force Station Prahladpur, New Delhi on 29 August 2025.
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August 29, 2025
Embraer to promote the KC-390 multi-mission aircraft at MSPO Defense Exhibition in PolandEmbraer is creating an entire eco system around the KC-390 in Europe, enhancing its end users' operational capabilities and interoperability
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August 27, 2025
Indian Air Force Responds Swiftly to Jammu and Punjab FloodsThe Indian Air Force continues to demonstrate its commitment to national service by launching extensive relief and rescue missions in response to the rising water levels and devastating floods caused by incessant rains in Jammu region and northern Punjab.
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August 27, 2025
GA-ASI Marks Another Aviation First With YFQ-42A CCA Flight TestingThe YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft, designed and developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), is now conducting flight testing in coordination with the US Air Force.
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August 25, 2025
Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to attend Chiefs of Defence Conference 2025 in ThailandChief of Integrated Defence Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit will participate in the annual Chiefs of Defence Conference during his visit to Thailand from August 26 to 28, 2025.
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August 24, 2025
Defence Minister felicitates Gaganyatris - Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain P.B. Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan & Group Captain Angad Pratap - in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh felicitated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Group Captain P.B. Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, and Group Captain Angad Pratap who are part of Gaganyaan, ISRO's maiden space flight mission, during an event in New Delhi on August 24, 2025.
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August 21, 2025
Defence Minister meets Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut onboard the International Space StationGroup Captain Shukla's inspiring journey will motivate young minds to pursue careers in science, technology & space exploration: Rajnath Singh
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August 9, 2025
16th Edition of Air Chief Marshal LM Katre Memorial Lecture at HAL, BengaluruThe 16th edition of the Air Chief Marshal LM Katre Memorial Lecture was held on August 9, 2025, at the HAL Management Academy Auditorium, Bengaluru.
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August 8, 2025
Embraer Defense Europe signs strategic MoUs with Lithuanian Partners strengthening aerospace cooperation and innovationEmbraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, signed today several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with key Lithuanian partners, marking a significant step toward long-term cooperation in aerospace, defense and innovation.
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August 1, 2025
Embraer to develop a strong industrial partnership with Lithuania while strengthening its presence across EuropeEmbraer, a leading aerospace company, is working with Lithuanian industry to establish long-term cooperation in aerospace and defense.
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July 25, 2025
DRDO conducts successful flight-trials of Advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile-V3In a major boost to India's defence capabilities, Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully carried out flight-trials of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) test range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
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July 25, 2025
IAF Conducts Capstone Seminar of No 4 Warfare & Aerospace Strategy Programme (WASP)Warfare and Aerospace Strategy Programme (WASP) was conceived by IAF to cultivate critical thinking in its future leaders. Operational decisions must be informed by a clear understanding of context, consequence, and long-term intent.
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July 25, 2025
Shaurya Bharat Car Rally Rashtra ka Maan, Shaurya ke Saath, Paryavaran ka VikasProgress Harmony Development Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) is conducting SHAURYA BHARAT CAR RALLY in coordination with the IAF to instil the spirit of “RASHTRA KA MAAN, SHAURYA KE SAATH, PARYAVARAN KA VIKAS”.
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July 23, 2025
Denmark Buys Four MQ-9B SkyGuardians from GA-ASIDenmark and the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) have announced the procurement of four MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
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July 18, 2025
Minister of State for Defence visits DRDO's Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in HyderabadMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth visited Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, DRDO in Hyderabad on July 16 & 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
HAL receives first set of wing assemblies for LCA Mk1A from L&TThe first set of wing assemblies for Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, produced by Larsen & Toubro, was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on July 17, 2025.
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July 17, 2025
Embraer and Portuguese Air Force celebrate major milestones with delivery of the third KC-390 and maiden flight of the A-29NEmbraer, a global leader in aerospace and defense, and the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) celebrated two major milestones today involving the KC-390 Millennium and A-29N Super Tucano programs: the delivery of the third KC-390 Millennium aircraft...
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July 17, 2025
Latest GA Autonomous Jet Demo Features Live Air-to-Air Engagement CapabilityAutonomous Tasking With TacACE and Optix.C2 Showcase Maturity and Operational Readiness
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July 17, 2025
Belgian Aircrew Completes MQ-9B TrainingGA-ASI's MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Training Was Conducted at Multiple Sites, Including Flight Test & Training Center and Desert Horizon
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July 17, 2025
A New Transatlantic Partnership for European CCAGeneral Atomics announces plans for rapid international uncrewed fighter development
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July 16, 2025
Operation Sindoor demonstrated operational effectiveness and strategic value of indigenous Unmanned Aerial Vehicles & Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems, says Chief of Defence StaffGeneral Anil Chauhan calls for strategic urgency of achieving full-spectrum indigenisation in unmanned aerial platforms & counter-measures
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July 16, 2025
XQ-67A Demonstrates Autonomy and Datalink Interoperability During High Desert Flight TestAFRL's XQ-67A, a second-generation Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP), successfully demonstrated integration of government reference autonomy during a recent flight test in the California High Desert.
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July 11, 2025
DRDO & IAF conduct successful flight-test of Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile with indigenous Radio Frequency Seeker from Su-30 MKIDefence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) & Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted the flight-test of indigenous Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile (BVRAAM) 'Astra' equipped with indigenous Radio Frequency (RF) Seeker from Su-30 MKI platform off the coast of Odisha on July 11, 2025.
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July 8, 2025
Robotican Announces Delivery of Dozens of ROOSTER Hybrid Drone Systems to European Special ForcesCombat-proven ROOSTER system recently secured official NATO registration, reinforcing its operational credibility and alignment with allied defense standards.
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July 7, 2025
The valour displayed during Operation Sindoor & the demonstration of domestic equipment, further increased the global demand for our indigenous products: Defence Minister at Controllers' Conference 2025Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the Controllers' Conference of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) in New Delhi on July 7, 2025, emphasising the department's critical role in strengthening the operational readiness and financial agility of the Armed Forces.
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July 3, 2025
DAC clears 10 capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore under Buy (Indian-IDDM) categoryDefence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on July 3, 2025, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital acquisition proposals amounting to approximately ₹1.05 lakh crore through indigenous sourcing.
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July 1, 2025
Northrop Grumman Leverages Advanced Tech to Build All Three F-35 Lightning II Variant Center Fuselages(PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman manufactures center fuselages for all three variants of the F-35 Lighting II stealth fighter at its Integrated Assembly Line (IAL) in Palmdale, California.
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July 1, 2025
Air Marshal S. Sivakumar Assumes the Appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge AdministrationAir Marshal S. Sivakumar VSM assumed the appointment of Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) at Air HQ, New Delhi on July 1, 2025.
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June 30, 2025
Embraer delivers four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to the Paraguayan Air ForceDeveloped for 21st-century missions, the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft has already been selected by 22 air forces and has more than 290 orders
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June 26, 2025
GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator ArceonGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announces an investment in another Dutch business, Arceon, following the inaugural Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) event held in November 2024.
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June 21, 2025
Celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) at HQWAC, AFS Palam and AFS HindanThe 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' was celebrated on June 21, 2025 at Headquarters Western Air Command, Air Force Station Palam and Air Force Station Hindan.
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June 16, 2025
Newest Groundbreaking GA-ASI Autonomous Jet Demo Includes Successful Simulated Shoot-DownGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. completed a first-of-its-kind test involving multiple aircraft and advanced software on June 11 that included a successful simulated autonomous shoot-down.
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June 15, 2025
GA-ASI Announces New PELE Small UAS for International CustomersSmall, Uncrewed Launched Effect Delivers Multi-Mission Capability
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June 15, 2025
GA-ASI Adds Saab Airborne Early Warning Capability to MQ-9BNew Capability Will Transform Airborne Early Warning Access and Affordability for MQ-9B Customers
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June 14, 2025
Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) at Air Force Academy (AFA)The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal Hyderabad on June 14, 2025, marking successful culmination of the pre-commissioning training of flight cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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June 9, 2025
UK MOD Signs Protector Support Contract with GA-ASIThe United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence has signed a support and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) for logistics and maintenance of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system.
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June 4, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy PM & Defence Minister in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence Richard Marles in New Delhi on June 4, 2025.
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May 30, 2025
First Centre Fuselage for LCA Tejas Mk 1A Handed Over to HALIn a significant boost to India's indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities, the first centre fuselage assembly for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A was handed over to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) by VEM Technologies in Hyderabad on May 30, 2025.
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May 29, 2025
Make-in-India played a key role during Operation Sindoor; AMCA Execution Model to allow private sector to further bolster indigenous capabilities; Govt-Industry synergy can make India a developed nation by 2047: Defence Minister"Make-in-India is an essential component in our national security and it played a key role in India's effective action against terrorism during Operation Sindoor," Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 27, 2025
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Defence Minister approves Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft Programme Execution Model through industry partnershipIn a significant push towards enhancing India's indigenous defence capabilities and fostering a robust domestic aerospace industrial ecosystem, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Programme Execution Model.
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May 26, 2025
Defence Minister reviews performance of eight DPSUs in meeting with CMDs in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a review meeting with CMDs of eight Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) at South Block, New Delhi on May 26, 2025.
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May 23, 2025
47th Flight Test Course Officers Graduate with Flying Colours
On 23 May 25, the prestigious 47th Flight Test Course of the Indian Air Force Test Pilot School concluded with a ceremonial Valedictory function, “Suranjan Das Dinner”, at Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE), Bengaluru.
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May 19, 2025
GA-ASI Moves Into Ground Testing of New YFQ-42A CCA
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is pleased to move into the ground testing phase of development on the YFQ-42A production-representative test vehicle for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program in preparation for its planned first flight later this summer.
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May 16, 2025
India's fight against terrorism is now part of national defence doctrine, we will root out this hybrid & proxy warfare: Defence Minister at Bhuj Air Force Station
“India's fight against terrorism is not just a matter of security, it has now become a part of the national defence doctrine, and we will root out this hybrid & proxy warfare,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the air warriors at the Bhuj Air Force Station in Gujarat on May 16, 2025.
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May 11, 2025
Operation Sindoor not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social & strategic willpower: Defence Minister“Operation Sindoor was not just a military action, but a symbol of India's political, social and strategic willpower,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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May 10, 2025
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participates in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Moscow, RussiaMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Russia from May 8 to 9, 2025.
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May 9, 2025
Second Edition of Tri-Services Future Warfare Course Concludes at Manekshaw Centre, New DelhiThe second edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course (FWC-02), an initiative to prepare India's Armed Forces for next-generation warfare, concluded at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 9, 2025.
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May 8, 2025
Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment, says Defence Minister at National Quality Conclave 2025“Operation Sindoor was successfully executed because our formidable & professionally-trained Armed Forces were equipped with high-quality equipment,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing the National Quality Conclave in New Delhi on May 8, 2025.
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May 5, 2025
Defence Minister holds bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Minister of Defense of Japan Gen Nakatani at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 5, 2025.
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May 1, 2025
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh takes over as AOC-in-C Training CommandAir Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Training Command on May 1, 2025. After assumption of his new appointment, the Air Marshal paid homage to the brave hearts by laying wreath at the Training Command War Memorial.
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May 1, 2025
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes the appointment of CISCAir Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumed the appointment of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) at Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff in New Delhi on May 1, 2025. He succeeds Lt General J.P. Mathew who superannuated on April 30, 2025.
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April 28, 2025
Inter-Governmental Agreement inked with France for 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft for Indian NavyThe Governments of India and France have signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale Aircraft (22 Single-Seater and four Twin-Seater) for the Indian Navy.
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April 11, 2025
DRDO conducts successful Release Trials of Long-Range Glide Bomb 'Gaurav' from Su-30 MKI aircraftDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the Release Trials of Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) 'Gaurav' between April 8-10, 2025 from the Su-30 MKI aircraft.
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March 30, 2025
Indian Air Force to Participate in Multi-Nation Air Exercise INIOCHOS-25The Indian Air Force (IAF) will be participating in Exercise INIOCHOS-25, a prestigious multi-national air exercise hosted by the Hellenic Air Force.
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March 28, 2025
MoD inks two contracts worth ₹62,700 crore with HAL for supply of 156 LCH, Prachand to the Armed ForcesMinistry of Defence on March 28, 2025, signed two contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), Prachand, along with training and other associated equipment worth ₹62,700 crore, excluding taxes.
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March 25, 2025
Bombardier Defense Announces Order of Two Challenger 650 Aircraft Destined for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance missions in AustraliaBombardier Defense is pleased to announce that Principle Finance, a renowned provider of customised operating lease for aircraft in Australia...
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March 12, 2025
Tejas LCA AF MK1 test-fires Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air MissileAeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has successfully conducted test-launch of homegrown ASTRA, Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from LCA AF MK1 prototype fighter aircraft.