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Defence is crucial for a nation's security. It encompasses military forces and strategies. Countries invest in defence to protect sovereignty. The armed forces include the army, navy, and air force. Defence also involves international relations and treaties. A strong defence deters potential threats. It plays a vital role in national identity and pride. Effective defence policies ensure stability and peace.

PLA Unveils Atlas Drone Swarm System

China’s People’s Liberation Army has revealed the Atlas drone swarm system, a truck-launched unmanned warfare platform designed to control and deploy large numbers of drones from a single...

 April 25, 2026

India-Egypt Defence Cooperation Deepens in Cairo

India and Egypt held the 11th meeting of their Joint Defence Committee (JDC) in Cairo from 20 to 22 April, and agreed to expand defence cooperation across training,...

 April 24, 2026

Operation Sindoor Marks First Anniversary

India has marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, a tri-service military operation launched in May 2025 after the terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir that...

 April 23, 2026

India-South Korea Strengthen Strategic Ties

India and South Korea have committed to enhancing their economic and strategic partnership, aiming to increase bilateral trade from approximately $27 billion to $50 billion by 2030. The...

 April 20, 2026

Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0 Flagged Off

The Chief of Defence Staff flagged off the Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0 in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. The expedition began from Badrinath and is organised by the...

 April 17, 2026

INS Dhruv Deployed in Arabian Sea

Pakistan’s closure of a large section of the northern Arabian Sea for a suspected missile test has led to a notable intelligence-focused maritime standoff with India. The Indian...

 April 16, 2026

Prachand LCH Assembly Line Inaugurated in Tumakuru

India has expanded its indigenous helicopter manufacturing capacity with the inauguration of a new structure assembly line for the Prachand Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s...

 April 14, 2026

Operation Meghdoot Marks 42 Years

Operation Meghdoot completed 42 years on 13 April, a date observed as Siachen Day. The operation began in 1984 when Indian Army and Indian Air Force personnel moved...

 April 14, 2026

Samudra Sahas Sailing Expedition Flagged Off

The Indian Army has launched its first blue-water sailing expedition, Samudra Sahas, from Marve in Mumbai. The initiative marks the bicentenary celebrations of the Regiment of Artillery. The...

 April 14, 2026

INS Trikand Completes Mombasa Port Call

The Indian Navy’s frontline guided missile frigate INS Trikand has concluded its port call at Mombasa, Kenya, and has sailed for further operational deployment. The visit formed part...

 April 13, 2026

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