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The BrahMos missile is the heaviest weapon deployed on Indias Su-30 MKI fighters.

Defence Ministry approves military procurement worth Rs 3000 Cr

The go-ahead for both acquisitions was given by Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), ministry's highest decision-making...

1 Dec 2018 3:47 PM IST

The helicopter was carrying a delegation, headed by a major-general, which was inspecting the Senoba region. (Photo: Representational/ AFP)

Indian Army tests 'Air Cavalry' concept in Rajasthan desert

Under the concept, weaponised helicopters carry out combined action against enemy in coordination with tanks and...

13 May 2018 5:24 PM IST

Rifleman Aurangzeb (L), who belonged to the 44 Rashtriya Rifles, was on way back home on June 14 to celebrate Eid when terrorists abducted him. Major Aditya Kumar (R), who was embroiled in a controversy after his unit fired on a stone-pelting mob in South Kashmirs Shopian in January leading to death of three persons. (Photo: PTI)

Major Aditya Kumar, Rifleman Aurangzeb to get Shaurya Chakra

The official list of gallantry award winners was released by the Defence Ministry on the eve of the Independence Day.

14 Aug 2018 9:09 PM IST

Reliance Infrastructure a subsidiary of Anil Ambanis Reliance Group. (Photo: File/PTI)

Reliance Group denies recieving Rafale contract from Defence Ministry

Dassault choose Reliance Defence Ltd to meet its 'offset' or export obligation.

12 Aug 2018 12:54 PM IST

The government also approved procurement of 14 vertically launched short range missile systems. Of these, 10 systems will be indigenously developed.

Govt clears procurement of 111 naval helicopters at a cost of Rs...

The utility helicopters will be used in attack missions as well as for search and rescue and surveillance operations.

27 Aug 2018 9:38 AM IST

111 utility helicopters will be acquired for the Navy at a cost of Rs 21,000 cr. These will be used in attack missions, search and rescue and surveillance operations.

At last, military to get some guns & missiles

The $6.5 billion deals may be minuscule for US defence manufacturers, but the industry does not scoff at any business...

27 Aug 2018 12:00 AM IST

111 utility helicopters will be acquired for the Navy at a cost of Rs 21,000 cr. These will be used in attack missions, search and rescue and surveillance operations.

Govt approves Rs 46,000 cr for guns, missiles and copters

Focus on Make in India, indigenous tech; aim to boost Naval power.

26 Aug 2018 4:57 AM IST

The decisions were taken at a meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), the ministrys highest decision-making body on procurement. (Photo: File)

Indian Navy to get 111 utility helicopters worth Rs 21,000 crore

The Defence Ministry on Saturday approved the procurement of 111 utility helicopters for the Navy.

25 Aug 2018 5:30 PM IST

The procurement will include two regiments of Akash missile systems. (Photo: File | PTI)

Military equipment worth Rs 9,100 crore gets defence ministry's...

Acquisition proposals were approved by DAC, Defence Ministry's highest decision making body on procurement.

18 Sept 2018 4:00 PM IST

Congress has stepped up attack on BJP government over Rafale deal and is seeking to make it a major poll issue ahead of assembly elections in some key states and 2019 general polls. (Photo: File | PTI)

Defence Ministry reiterates stand, says govt had no role in choosing...

'Unnecessary controversies are being created and the statement perhaps needs to be seen in its full context', Ministry...

22 Sept 2018 5:57 PM IST

Indian Army is among worlds largest forces. (Photo: PTI)

Major reforms in Army planned

Bid to enhance combat capability; non-core' functions to be hived off.

31 Aug 2017 2:30 AM IST

Indian Army is among worlds largest forces. (Photo: PTI)

Indian Army set for reform initiatives as part of defence ministry's...

Govt has accepted 65 out of 99 recommendations of Shekatkar Committee, says Jaitley.

30 Aug 2017 4:00 PM IST