Ministry Of Defence

Govt exempts mining of critical and atomic minerals from public consultations

Prior to this, the Environment Ministry on August 31 also amended the Forest Conservation rules to create an exclusive category for critical and strategic minerals to fast-track forest approvals for such projects.

India's defence exports soar Rs 23,622 crore in FY24-25, up 34-fold since 2013-14

The minster's office asserted that India’s defence sector is growing stronger than ever, driven by the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Defence Ministry flags use of Chinese parts in drones of Dhaksha Unmanned Systems, Sky Industries and Dhoni-backed Garuda Aerospace

While Dhaksha denied using Chinese parts in its drones, Garuda Aerospace said components that are integrated meet all regulatory standards.

Defence ministry signs 5 capital acquisition deals of Rs 39,125.39 crore

The contracts include one worth Rs 5,249.72 crore with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of Aero-engines for MiG-29 aircraft.

India-UK to cooperate, co-create, co-innovate: Rajnath Singh

Singh welcomed the investment and technology collaboration from the UK and stated that India is ready with skilled human resource base, a robust pro-FDI and pro-business ecosystem

Defence Ministry signs contract worth Rs 802 crore to procure military equipment

Contracts worth Rs 473 crore and Rs 329 crore were signed with Jupiter Wagons and BEML, respectively.

Exclusive: Defence capital spending set to get a boost, new policy for emerging technology on the cards

In an exclusive interview with CNBC-TV18, Giridhar Aramane, India's Defence Secretary, highlighted the Narendra Modi government's strategic emphasis on fostering the growth and production of cutting-edge technologies in the defense sector.

INS Sumedha arrives in Mozambique, joint EEZ surveillance to be held

"The port call is aimed at strengthening long-standing diplomatic relations, reinforcing maritime cooperation and boosting interoperability between both the navies," according to the defence ministry.

President Droupadi Murmu launches INS Vindhyagiri in Kolkata, 6th ship under Project 17 Alpha

The P17A ships are 149-metre-long frigates and carries guided missiles. They have a displacement of about 6,670 tonnes, a top speed of 28 knots and are capable of neutralising threats in air, surface and underwater

To Buy, Or Not To Buy: This warship builder’s stock gained nearly 60% in a month

Despite the stellar rally, some analysts believe there are more legs to the ongoing rally. Antique Stock Broking said Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders' stock is still under-valued, while HDFC Securities suggested investors could buy the stock in the range of Rs 1,009-1,050, and add more on dips to the Rs 923-941 band.

Solar Industries India bags Rs 212 crore order from Ministry of Defence

"Economic Explosives Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company has signed a contract for supply of loitering munition with the Ministry of Defence," Solar Industries India said in a regulatory filing.

MoD signs Rs 19,600 cr contracts with Indian shipyards for acquisition of next generation vessels

Of the 11 ships, seven will be indigenously designed, developed and manufactured by the Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) and four by the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, the ministry said in a statement.

Bharat Electronics bags orders worth Rs 4,300 crore from army, navy

Bharat Electronics expects to clock aggregate orders worth over Rs 20,000 crore each in the current fiscal and in FY24

Aero India set to take off, dazzling aerial displays on the cards

The five-day event will include aerial displays by aircraft and helicopters along with a large exhibition and trade fair of aerospace and defence companies.

Vagir: All about the Kalvari class submarine commissioned by Indian Navy

The commissioning of the submarine is set to encourage the Navy's combat capability at a time when China has been increasing its presence in the Indian Ocean region.

Defence exports touch Rs 8,000 crore in H1 as sector gains from Make in India

India aims to have annual defence exports of Rs 35,000 crore by 2025

France's Safran Group CEO briefs Rajnath Singh on plan to setup MRO facility in India

The MRO facility, to be set up in Hyderabad through the direct foreign investment of $150 million, is expected to create 500-600 highly skilled jobs, the Ministry of Defence said.

MoD signs Rs 1,075 cr contract with BEL for retro-modification of Commander Sight for T-90 tanks

"The retro-modification will be carried out in 957 tanks. The total value of the contract is Rs 1,075 Crs (including all taxes and duties)", an official statement said on Monday.

2-DG | All you need to know about the new oral COVID-19 drug cleared by DCGI

The DRDO-developed drug "helps in faster recovery of hospitalised patients and reduces supplemental oxygen dependence".

Rajnath Singh launches portal to provide municipal services online to residents of cantonment boards

At the launch event, Rajnath Singh said, "With the help of this portal, the people would be able to get government documents made such as trade license and apply for services such as water connectivity."

Not conceded any territory as result of agreement with China: Govt

Hours after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government has "ceded” Indian territory to the Chinese and raised questions over the agreement, the Ministry of Defence issued a strongly-worded statement, saying the effective safeguarding of country’s national interest and territory in the Eastern Ladakh sector has taken place because the government reposed full faith in the capabilities of the armed forces.

Fresh tension at border after Chinese troops violate agreement with Indian army