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Top stories about the Indian Army, its partners & rivals in the region and the international arena.
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- Sputnik IndiaPutin Says No Doubt Russia Will Emerge Victorious in Special Military Operation
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A Pakistan army soldier stands guard at hilltop post at a forward area on the Line of Control (LOC), that divides Kashmir between Pakistan and India. (File) - Sputnik IndiaTwo Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Terror Attack Along Iran Border: Army
17:03
 - Sputnik IndiaTwo Indian Air Force Pilots Escape Death After Trainer Aircraft Crashes in Karnataka
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 - Sputnik IndiaUkraine Special Service Plotting Fake News About 'Forced Deportation' of Children to Russia
14:33
Two Indian Air Force Pilots Escape Death After Trainer Aircraft Crashes in Karnataka
Two Indian Air Force Pilots Escape Death After Trainer Aircraft Crashes in Karnataka - Sputnik India
16:07
IAF Apache Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Madhya Pradesh
AH-64 Apache helicopter - Sputnik India
29 May, 14:05
India Conducts Cyber Defence Exercise to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure
cyberattacks - Sputnik India
28 May, 21:26
Taiwan's Military Reports 33 Chinese Warplanes Detected Around Island Over Past 24 Hours
A pair of US Air Force (USAF) F-16 Fighting Falcons, - Sputnik India
27 May, 15:56
Iran Test-Launches New Ballistic Missile With 2,000 Km Range
Iran unveiled a new ballistic missile named Kheibar with a range of 2,000 km and a warhead weight of 1,500 kg. - Sputnik India
25 May, 18:19
Indian Navy Undertakes Maiden Night Landing of MiG-29K on INS Vikrant
MiG-29 fighters during the Kavkaz-2020 command and staff exercise in the Astrakhan region. - Sputnik India
25 May, 17:12
India Needs Technologically-Advanced Military to Counter ‘Double Threats’: Defence Minister
India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh addresses the inaugural session of DRDO- Academia conclave in New Delhi - Sputnik India
25 May, 16:50
Sri Lankan Navy Recovers 14 Corpses from Capsized Chinese Fishing Vessel
The Sri Lankan Navy has recovered 14 bodies from a capsized Chinese vessel which sank in the Indian Ocean last week - Sputnik India
24 May, 19:19
Pakistani Drone Carrying Narcotics Shot Down in Punjab
Pakistani drone carrying suspected narcotics, which violated Indian Airspace, has been intercepted by Alert BSF troops in Amritsar Sector. - Sputnik India
23 May, 12:03
Indigenous Stealth Guided Missile Destroyer Mormugao Successfully Engages Supersonic Target at Sea
INS Mormugao, the latest guided-missile Destroyer, successfully hit 'Bulls Eye' during her maiden Brahmos Supersonic cruise missile firing - Sputnik India
23 May, 11:17
Protests Erupt in Papua New Guinea as It Signs Defence Pact With US
Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister James Marape (front 4th R), US Secretary of State Antony Blinken (front C), and leaders from Pacific Islands and representatives from New Zealand and Australia pose for a family photo during the US-Pacific Islands Forum at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby on May 22, 2023. - Sputnik India
22 May, 17:20
Indian Navy's Latest Stealth Submarine 'Vaghsheer' Begins Sea Trials
The sixth submarine of Indian Navy’s Project, ‘Vaghsheer’ - Sputnik India
19 May, 14:34
India Developing Submarine-Launched & Long-Range Land-Attack Cruise Missiles: Report
A kilo class Indian submarine participates in the final rehearsal of International Fleet review in Vishakapatnam, India, Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016. - Sputnik India
18 May, 17:08
Concerns Rise Over ‘Sketchy’ US-Papua New Guinea Defence Pact as Biden Cuts Short Indo-Pacific Visit
President Joe Biden poses for photos with Pacific Island leaders including Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare, center, and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape on the North Portico of the White House in Washington, Sept. 29, 2022. - Sputnik India
17 May, 15:44
India Won’t Be Able to Take Independent Global Stance Without Self-Reliance: Defence Minister
FILE - Indian Defense Minister Shri Rajnath Singh speaks during a news conference after a bilateral meeting at the Department of State in Washington, Wednesday, Dec.18, 2019 - Sputnik India
15 May, 19:16
Indian Army Chief Leaves for Egypt to Boost Strategic Coordination
General Manoj Pande COAS deliveres Keynote Address at India-Africa Chiefs’ Conclave - Sputnik India
15 May, 14:50
India's Latest Stealth Warship Successfully Test Fires Brahmos Supersonic Cruise Missile
INS Mormugao, the latest guided-missile Destroyer, successfully hit 'Bulls Eye' during her maiden Brahmos Supersonic cruise missile firing - Sputnik India4
14 May, 15:22
What Warships Does Russian Black Sea Fleet Have in Service?
Black sea fleet cover - Sputnik India
13 May, 21:19
China Concludes Deal to Deliver 4 Multi-Role Frigates to Pakistan
Commissioning Ceremony of Pakistan Navy's two newly built Type 054 A/P Frigates, PNS TIPPU SULTAN & PNS SHAHJAHAN was held at Shanghai, China. - Sputnik India
12 May, 17:11
India and Maldives to Bolster Security Ties to Promote Stability in Indian Ocean Region
Rajnath Singh handovers a Fast Patrol Vessel and a Landing Craft Assault ship to Maldives - Sputnik India
3 May, 14:51
India, Russia Have Excellent Defense Cooperation Dynamics - Defense Minister
Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, fifth right, poses for a photo before a meeting of the defence ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in New Delhi, India - Sputnik India
29 April, 21:24
Western Sanctions, Global Demand for Arms Is Affecting Operational Preparedness, Says India’s CDS
ndian Army Akash missile launcher drives through the ceremonial Kartavya Path boulevard during India's Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. - Sputnik India
29 April, 18:36
Russian National Guard Take to Skies for Heart-Pumping Skydiving Session
Russian National Guard take to skies for heart-pumping skydiving session - Sputnik India0:47
28 April, 19:05
Rajnath Singh Highlights 'Civilizational Ties' Between SCO Nations
SCO Defence Ministers' meet in New Delhi on 28 April 2023 - Sputnik India
28 April, 12:09
India and Iran Hold Talks on Afghanistan Situation, International North South Corridor
Rajnath Singh meets Iran’s Defence Minister, Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Gharaei Ashtiyani - Sputnik India
27 April, 19:42
Russian Uragan MLRS Open Fire on Enemy Positions During Special Military Op
Russia’s Uragan MLRS crews in action during special military op - Sputnik India
27 April, 17:38
Indian Army to Incorporate Niche Tech & Operationalise Cyber-Operations Cell
Indian army soldiers keep watch on a bunker at the Indo China border in Bumla at an altitude of 15,700 feet (4,700 meters) above sea level in Arunachal Pradesh, India, Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. - Sputnik India
27 April, 17:02
In a First, Both Male & Female IAF Fighter Pilots Join Multinational War Games
Indian Air Force - Sputnik India
26 April, 15:18
Two Russian Tu-160 Bombers Perform 14 Hour-Flight Over Barents and Norwegian Seas
Two Russian Tu-160 bombers performed 14 hours flight over Barents and Norwegian Seas - Sputnik India
26 April, 13:14
US No Longer Sole Indo-Pacific Leader: Australian Defence Review
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) conducts routine underway operations. Benfold is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. - Sputnik India
24 April, 15:43
Indian Army Promotions to Become Gender Neutral: Media
An Indian army woman recruit demonstrates her skills as part of their training during a media visit in Bengaluru, India, Wednesday, March 31, 2021. - Sputnik India
24 April, 15:40
Global Military Expenditure Hits All-Time High of $2.24 Trillion in 2022: SIPRI
In this Dec.18, 2020, file photo, an Indian army soldier carries an anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) to his base between India and Pakistan border on the forward post of Balakot, in Poonch, about 250 kilometers (156 miles) from Jammu, India. - Sputnik India
24 April, 14:20
What is the Dry Kaveri Engine That Godrej is Manufacturing for DRDO?
Dry Kaveri engine - Sputnik India
19 April, 19:27
Russian Tu-22M3 Bombers Conduct Air Patrols During Sudden Pacific Fleet Check
Eight Russian Tu-22M3 bombers conduct air patrols during Pacific Fleet check - Sputnik India
19 April, 12:49
IAF Chief Reveals Mantra For Fighting Future Wars
India's Chief of the Air Staff, Vivek Ram Chaudhari addresses a press conference during the joint exercise 'Ex Garuda-VII' between Indian Air Force (IAF) and French Air and Space Force (FASF) at Jodhpur in India's desert state of Rajasthan on November 8, 2022. - Sputnik India
18 April, 18:47
Balakot Proved Air Power Effective in No-War-No-Peace Scenario: IAF Chief
In this Dec.18, 2020, file photo, an Indian army soldier carries an anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) to his base between India and Pakistan border on the forward post of Balakot, in Poonch, about 250 kilometers (156 miles) from Jammu, India. - Sputnik India
18 April, 18:37
Soldier 'Purportedly Commits Suicide' at Punjab Military Base: Indian Army
Bathinda Military Station - Sputnik India
13 April, 13:04
India's Top General Makes Strong Pitch for Both Defensive & Offensive Capabilities in Space
Indian Space Research Organization’s (ISRO), Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle lifts off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, India - Sputnik India
11 April, 18:20
Indigenous Zorawar Light Tank: Why is It Called 'Brave and Strong'?
Zorawar, Indian light tank - Sputnik India
11 April, 18:05
Watch Russian Su-25 in Action as Part of Special Military Operation
SU-25UB - Sputnik India
10 April, 16:49
US Destroyer Enters Waters in South China Sea Near Spratly Islands
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) sails the South China Sea, Nov. 20, 2021 - Sputnik India
10 April, 11:54
Russia More Reliable Defense Partner Than US: IAF and Navy Veterans
This Week in Pictures: August 25-31 - Sputnik India
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India's Defence Sector Booming
India's Defence Industry Boom_promo - Sputnik India
7 April, 13:46
Solution to Arunachal Pradesh Row Has to be Found Between India & China: MEA on US’ Remarks
A general overview of Tawang town in northeast Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh on April 5, 2023. - Sputnik India
6 April, 18:13
India to Test-Fire Russian-Made S-400 Missile Defence Systems 'Very Soon': Reports
Anti-aircraft defense system S-400 Triumph - Sputnik India
5 April, 12:00
New Delhi's Defense Exports Hit Record High as 'Make in India' Gains Momentum
ndian Army Akash missile launcher drives through the ceremonial Kartavya Path boulevard during India's Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. - Sputnik India
1 April, 14:54
India, Philippines Discuss 'Practical Initiatives' to Expand Defense Ties
Indian sailors of INS Ran, prepare Indian and Philippine flags as it docks at the international port in Manila on October 23, 2018. - - Sputnik India
31 March, 20:20
Modi Hails Indigenous Push as Defense Ministry Inks $3.4 Bln Deals
Glimpses from the special programme to mark the commissioning of INS Vikrant - Sputnik India
31 March, 16:42
India Signs $2.3 Billion Deal With Domestic Firms For Next-Gen Missile Ships, Patrol Vessels
INS Mormugao - Sputnik India
31 March, 12:33
India Aims to Empower African States to Meet Their Defence Needs: Rajnath Singh
Thee 1st India-Africa Army Chiefs’ Conclave in Pune on 28 March 2023 - Sputnik India
28 March, 17:09
BSF Intercepts Two Drones Trying to Infiltrate India From Pakistan Border
Alert BSF troops detected a drone infiltrating into Indian territory from Pakistan side in the area of BOP Rajatal, Sector Amritsar, Punjab - Sputnik India
28 March, 15:04
Indian Army Chief Invites Africa to Collaborate in Defense Manufacturing
General Manoj Pande COAS deliveres Keynote Address at India-Africa Chiefs’ Conclave - Sputnik India
28 March, 13:50
Russia Test-Fires Moskit Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles in Sea of Japan
A Moskit supersonic anti-ship missile is launched from a missile boat during a training exercise for guard missile boats and artillery exercises held in the Sea of Japan. - Sputnik India
28 March, 13:02
Indian Coast Guard Helicopter Crash Lands at Cochin Airport
Indian Air Force (IAF) Dhruv helicopters perform formation manoeuvers during the Air Force Day parade to mark the IAF's 72nd anniversary at the Palam Air Force Station in New Delhi, 08 October 2004. - Sputnik India
26 March, 16:37
About 5 to 9 Chinese Vessels Operating in Indian Ocean: Navy
Chinese smart ship Zhu Hai Yun, a drone mothership and research vessel - Sputnik India
24 March, 14:56
Russian T-90M Tanks Outperform Western Leopard, Challenger and Abrams: Moscow
T-90M Proryv tank at a repetition of the 77th Victory Day Parade in Moscow, May 2022. - Sputnik India
23 March, 16:53
Chinese Military Says US Destroyer Illegally Entered Waters of Paracel Islands
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) conducts routine underway operations. Benfold is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. - Sputnik India
23 March, 15:51
Indian Army Embarks on Military Millet Diet to Bolster Troops' Health
An Indian army soldier of the Gorkha regiment displays skills in the sidelines of the biennial defense exhibition in Lucknow, India, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020 - Sputnik India
22 March, 20:54
New Delhi Seeks Role as Major Africa Arms Exporter: Army Veterans
Africa-India Joint Military Exercise AFINDEX 2023 at Pune. The exercise is focused on Humanitarian Mine Action and Peace Keeping Operations under the UN mandate. - Sputnik India
22 March, 18:52
Two Russian Strategic Bombers Complete Routine Flyover in Sea of Japan
A Tupolev Tu-95MS Bear strategic bomber - Sputnik India
21 March, 16:57
India Invites Japanese Companies to Collaborate in Defense Sector
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, left and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, shake hands after making press statements following their meeting in New Delhi, India - Sputnik India
20 March, 22:25
Bangladesh Unveils Maiden Submarine Base Built With Chinese Assistance
A Ming class submarine acquired by Bangladesh Navy from China in 2016 - Sputnik India
20 March, 16:38
Pakistan Won’t Compromise on Nuclear Program to Revive IMF Deal: Minister
Pakistani-made Shaheen-III and Ghauri missiles, that are capable of carrying nuclear warheads, are displayed during a military parade to mark Pakistan National Day, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Wednesday, March 23, 2022. - Sputnik India
16 March, 16:30
Russia Likely to Continue Supporting India's Nuclear Sub Program: Navy Veteran
A kilo class Indian submarine participates in the final rehearsal of International Fleet review in Vishakapatnam, India, Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016. - Sputnik India
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Maldives FM Praises India For Helping in Construction of Naval Facility
Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid with his Indian counterpart S. Jaishankar - Sputnik India
14 March, 11:53
India Remains World's Largest Weapons Importer Since 1993: Report
Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jets in Zhukovsky - Sputnik India
13 March, 18:11
BrahMos Aerospace to Receive $2.5Bln Cruise Missiles Order From Indian Navy: Reports
A Brahmos supersonic cruise missile is on display at the International Maritime Defence Show in Saint Petersburg on June 28, 2017. - Sputnik India
13 March, 14:50
Indian Navy Successfully Test-Fires BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile in Arabian Sea
The Indian Army's Brahmos Missiles, a supersonic cruise missile, are displayed during the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi, India. - Sputnik India
5 March, 22:30
Indian Navy Gets Fully Home-Made Underwater Anti-Submarine Rocket Fuze
S.N. Nuwal, Chief Managing Director of Economic Explosives Ltd (EEL) hands over the first consignment of first-ever privately manufactured fully indigenized underwater Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Rocket to Indian Navy Chief S.N. Ghormade. - Sputnik India
4 March, 19:38
India and Japan Begin Annual Military Exercise Dharma Guardian
Joint military exercise between India and Japan kick off at Camp Imazu in Japan - Sputnik India
17 February, 14:20
India's HAL Inks Helicopter Spares Deal With Argentine Air Force
India's indigenous light combat helicopter Prachand flies over a bird during the inauguration of the Aero India 2023 at Yelahanka air base in Bengaluru, India, Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. - Sputnik India
16 February, 16:30
Two Russian Tu-95MS Strategic Bombers Fly Over Int'l Waters
A Tupolev Tu-95MS Bear strategic bomber - Sputnik India
15 February, 16:01
India Offers Increased Defense Ties to Friendly Nations, Says Rajnath Singh
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, center, and Home Minister Amit Shah, right, talk to their cabinet colleagues as they wait to pay respect to the victims of 2001 terror attack on Parliament House, in New Delhi, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022. - Sputnik India
14 February, 17:42
All You Need to Know About Russian Drone Orlan-30
Orlan-30 - Sputnik India
13 February, 13:09
Modi Boosts ‘Make in India’ Campaign at 14th Aero India Show in Bengaluru
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds on to his hat as he walks to address the delegates during the inauguration of the Aero India 2023 at Yelahanka air base in Bengaluru, India, Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. - Sputnik India
13 February, 13:04
India's Largest Warship Crosses Major Milestone As First Jet Lands on Deck
A naval variant of India's homegrown Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas successfully landed on the INS Vikrant - Sputnik India
6 February, 18:42
IAF to Acquire New Medium Transport Aircraft to Replace Aging Fleet of AN-32s
Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI flies during the rehearsals of Golden Jubilee celebrations of India-Pakistan war of 1965, in New Delhi, India, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015. - Sputnik India
4 February, 11:36
Uttar Pradesh Gov't Opposes Bail for Federal Minister's Son in Murder Case
A banner of development festival displays a photograph of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath as paramilitary force soldiers detain activists of Congress party's youth wing protesting against Sunday's killing of four farmers in Uttar Pradesh state after being run over by a car owned by India's junior home minister in New Delhi, India, Monday, Oct. 4, 2021. - Sputnik India
19 January, 15:58
Indian Air Force to Showcase 50-Aircraft Flypast on Republic Day
Indian Air Force's three Su 30 MKI fly in a Trishul formation above the ceremonial Rajpath boulevard during India's Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022. - Sputnik India
18 January, 19:57
Indian Border Guards Seize Weapons Dropped by Pakistan Drone in Punjab
An arms consignment air-dropped by a Pakistani drone in the border district of Gurdaspur in Punjab - Sputnik India
18 January, 11:57
Production of AK-203 Kalashnikov Assault Rifles Starts in India
AK-203 Assault Rifle - Sputnik India
17 January, 13:09
Army Day Celebrations Highlights: Jets Fly Past, Special Forces March
An Indian Army contingent marches during India's 73rd Republic Day parade at the Rajpath in New Delhi in January 26, 2022. - Sputnik India
15 January, 19:29
'Enough Reserves to Deal With Any Contingency at Border': Indian Army Chief
Indian Army soldiers demonstrate positioning of a Bofors gun at Penga Teng Tso ahead of Tawang, near the Line of Actual Control (LAC), neighbouring China, in India's Arunachal Pradesh state on October 20, 2021. - Sputnik India
12 January, 15:43
India Values Good Ties With Neighbors, But Won't Compromise on National Security: Defense Minister
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, center, and Home Minister Amit Shah, right, talk to their cabinet colleagues as they wait to pay respect to the victims of 2001 terror attack on Parliament House, in New Delhi, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022. - Sputnik India
30 December 2022, 14:53
India Successfully Test-Fires Extended-Range BrahMos Missile From Su-30MKI
The IAF successfully fired the Extended Range Version of the Brahmos Air Launched missile - Sputnik India
29 December 2022, 18:24
India Captures Pakistani Boat Trying to Smuggle Ammo & Drugs
The Indian Coastguard apprehended a Pakistani boat with a crew of ten in Indian waters carrying arms, ammo allegedly worth Rs 300 crores ($36 million). - Sputnik India
26 December 2022, 19:10
India and China May Withdraw Troops from LAC in 2023 - Expert
FILE-In this photograph provided by the Indian Army, army officers of India and China hold a meeting at Pangong lake region in Ladakh on the India-China border on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 - Sputnik India
25 December 2022, 15:15
India Okays $10 Bln in Military Projects Including Light Tanks Amid China Tensions
In this Sept. 9, 2020, file photo, an Indian army convoy moves on the Srinagar- Ladakh highway at Gagangeer, northeast of Srinagar, Indian-controlled Kashmir. - Sputnik India
22 December 2022, 23:15
No Breakthrough on Ladakh Standoff, But India & China to Maintain Calm
Indian army soldiers keep guard on top of their vehicle as their convoy moves on the Srinagar- Ladakh highway at Gagangeer, northeast of Srinagar, Indian-controlled Kashmir, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020. - Sputnik India
22 December 2022, 18:02
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh Unveils India's Latest Stealth Warship INS Mormugao
India's Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral R. Hari Kumar (4L) and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh (5R) poses with other dignitories after commissioning INS Mormugao, the second stealth guided missile destroyer of Project 15B, into the Indian Navy, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on December 18, 2022 - Sputnik India
18 December 2022, 15:34
India to Get Potent Nuclear & Biological Capable Warship
INS Mormugao - Sputnik India
16 December 2022, 14:59
India Carries Out Successful ICBM Night Trial
An Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile - Sputnik India
15 December 2022, 21:07
India 'Not Reliant on China for Rare Earth Minerals'
Large Icebergs float away as the sun rises near Kulusuk, Greenland, Aug. 16, 2019. - Sputnik India
14 December 2022, 17:22
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