General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, has been honoured with the prestigious title of Honourary General of the Nepali Army.
The assets, including were deployed for reconnaissance, aerial insertion of personnel and materials, and underslung carriage of engineering equipment, reflecting the advanced coordination between the two nations’ forces.
Singh arrived in Vientiane, Lao PDR for a three-day visit, to take part in the 11thASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus. The last time Rajnath Singh met his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun in Delhi during Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting.
India's naval journey, from commissioning INS Nilgiri in 1972 to inducting the indigenous INS Vikrant in 2022, highlights strides in self-reliance, defence innovation, and strategic foresight. With plans for IAC-2 and emerging technologies, India cements its position as a maritime power in the Indo-Pacific.
On the sidelines of 11th ADMM-Plus meeting, he is expected to hold bilateral meetings with participating counterparts from Australia, China, Japan, Lao PDR, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Republic of Korea and USA.
This advanced missile, designed to carry multiple payloads, boasts a range exceeding 1,500 kilometers and is intended for use by all branches of the Indian Armed Forces, including the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
DRDO successfully conducted flight tests of the guided Pinaka multi-barrel rocket system, showcasing its strike range of up to 75 km. This achievement aligns with India’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative, enhancing self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
To bolster the country’s firepower and serve as a powerful deterrent, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) on Tuesday.
India has shipped its first Akash weapon system battery to Armenia, bolstering the nation's defence capabilities amidst ongoing tensions with Azerbaijan. Developed by DRDO and manufactured by BEL, the system includes a Rajendra 3D radar and multiple launchers, reflecting India's growing prowess in defence exports.
The Indian Navy’s aviation arm has grown from a modest unit in 1953 to a powerful force with advanced fighter jets, helicopters, UAVs, and surveillance aircraft. Through indigenisation and global partnerships, it safeguards India’s maritime interests, reflecting India’s rising naval capabilities.
