Defence

Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha convenes 19th National Convention in Secunderabad

The Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha gathered its members for the 19th National Convention in Secunderabad, Telangana, focusing on welfare initiatives for ex‑servicemen.

23 Sep 2026

IAF to Conduct Second Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan

The Indian Air Force announced it will host the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti in 2026 at its Jodhpur base in Rajasthan.

23 Sep 2026

India, US troops conduct joint artillery drills with M777, L70 and M‑LIDS in Rajasthan desert

Indian and American forces carried out a large‑scale artillery exercise in the Rajasthan desert, employing the M777 howitzer, L70 gun and the Mobile Laser‑Based Targeting System (M‑LIDS).

23 Sep 2026

Two Army Personnel Under Investigation After Bolarum Armoury Theft in Telangana

The recent theft from the Bolarum armoury in Telangana has led authorities to scrutinise two serving army personnel.

23 Sep 2026

Indo-Tibet Border Force Reaches 24,100‑Foot Abi Gamin Summit, Unfurls Tricolour

A contingent of the Indo‑Tibet Border Force successfully summited the 24,100‑foot Mt. Abi Gamin and hoisted the Indian tricolour at the peak.

22 Sep 2026

India to Host 'Taraang Shakti' Air Exercise with 7 Nations, Including First US F‑35 Display

From 26 September to 12 October, Jodhpur will stage the 'Taraang Shakti' air exercise featuring fighters from the US, France, Germany, Australia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and UAE, with the Indian Air Force deploying Rafale, Tejas and other aircraft.

22 Sep 2026

Mazagon Dock Secures ₹15,000 Crore Contract to Build New Shipyard in Andhra Pradesh

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd has signed a ₹15,000‑crore agreement to develop a new shipyard in Andhra Pradesh, aiming to boost indigenous shipbuilding capacity.

22 Sep 2026

Security Forces Strengthen Patrols Along Imphal–Bishnupur–Churachandpur Axis in Manipur

The Indian Army and state police have increased their deployment along the Imphal‑Bishnupur‑Churachandpur corridor in Manipur to counter rising insurgent activity.

22 Sep 2026

India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Kicks Off in Pithoragarh

The India-Mongolia joint military exercise has commenced in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.

22 Sep 2026

Army Sepoy Dies After Alleged Assault While Returning Home on Leave in Mizoram

An Indian Army sepoy died after an alleged assault incident while he was on leave and returning home in Mizoram.

21 Sep 2026

India and Mongolia Launch Joint Exercise 'Nomadic Elephant 2026' in Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh

India and Mongolia have begun the joint military exercise 'Nomadic Elephant 2026' in the Himalayan town of Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, marking a new phase of defence cooperation.

21 Sep 2026

India and US Conduct Live Firing of M777 Howitzers in Joint Exercise

On 21 September, the Indian Army carried out live firing of M777 howitzers during a joint war exercise with the United States, showcasing enhanced interoperability between the two armed forces.

21 Sep 2026