Indian Army

“India Hit Nur Khan Airbase”: Pakistan Leaders Admit Truth Behind Operation Sindoor

Dec 30, 2025, 12:16 PM IST

Pakistan has finally admitted the truth behind Operation Sindoor, shattering the false victory claims pushed by its army chief. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar acknowledged that India struck the Nur Khan Airbase and that nearly 80 Indian drones targeted Pakistani military installations on May 9, causing damage. President Asif Ali Zardari went further, admitting he was asked to take shelter in a bunker during the strikes. Operation Sindoor was launched by India on May 7 in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.

'When Nepal is vulnerable, inimical forces step in': Ex-Ambassador on why Himalayan frontline matters for India

Dec 29, 2025, 07:54 PM IST

The neighbourhood is absolutely critical for India's own growth, development, regional and global role, and political & geostrategic role, says Ranjit Rae, former Indian ambassador to Nepal

Defence Stocks Back In Focus After Big DAC Approvals And Make In India Push

Dec 29, 2025, 06:13 PM IST

The government has stepped up India’s defence modernisation drive, with the Defence Acquisition Council approving proposals worth nearly ₹80,000 crore in its final meeting of 2025. The clearances focus on enhancing combat readiness across the Army, Navy and Air Force, including upgrades to tanks, helicopters, missile systems, drones and advanced warfare equipment. A strong emphasis on Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat and MSME participation continues to reshape the sector, supported by extended emergency procurement windows and fast-tracked acquisitions. Analysts note that while defence companies have long had strong order books, geopolitics and rising indigenisation have lifted both growth prospects and valuations. Defence stocks reacted positively to the news, keeping the sector firmly in focus as India heads into 2026 with sustained military spending momentum.

Explained: Why DAC’s ₹79,000-crore defence approvals matter for India’s military readiness

Dec 29, 2025, 04:11 PM IST

The ₹79,000-crore AoN reflects India’s push to modernise its armed forces in response to evolving security challenges, including drone warfare, long-range precision strikes and the need for persistent surveillance.

No Uniform, Only Courage: 10-Year-Old Who Served Soldiers Becomes India’s Young Hero

Dec 29, 2025, 01:26 PM IST

On Veer Bal Diwas, Narendra Modi sent out a powerful message — courage is not defined by age. The nation was moved by the story of 10-year-old Sharvan Singh from Ferozepur, Punjab, who served Indian Army personnel with food and water during Operation Sindoor amid tense border conditions. His selfless bravery earned him the Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, presented by Droupadi Murmu. Hailing young heroes like Sharvan, PM Modi said India’s children will shape the nation’s next 25 years, proving India’s future is strong and fearless.

10-Year-Old Awarded PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar For Operation Sindoor Bravery

Dec 26, 2025, 04:09 PM IST

10-Year-Old Awarded PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar For Operation Sindoor Bravery

Roads, tunnels and airbases: India’s post-Galwan clashes strategy to deter China

Dec 26, 2025, 02:03 PM IST

The Galwan clash exposed a stark reality for Indian military planners: while China had spent years building a dense network of roads, railways and logistics hubs across Tibet and Xinjiang, India struggled to move troops, artillery and supplies across its own mountainous terrain.

Make in India boost: India Optel, Safran tie up to locally produce key systems for Army

Dec 22, 2025, 04:50 PM IST

IOL will be responsible for manufacturing, final assembly, testing, quality control and full life-cycle support, ensuring the systems meet the operational needs of the Indian Army

Eutelsat OneWeb to deploy 340 satellites starting 2027; eyeing ISRO for strategic launches

Dec 19, 2025, 02:28 PM IST

Global SatCom leader targets 2027 for next-leg of fleet expansion; Gen-2 and IRIS² program slated for 2030

MH-60R Romeo Helicopters: Navy’s New Eyes And Hunters In Indian Ocean

Dec 17, 2025, 05:21 PM IST

India Today’s Manjeet was in conversation with Captain Dhirendra Bisht and Lieutenant Commander Prakhar Bhargava at INS Hansa in Goa, offering an inside look at the Indian Navy’s growing aviation strength. The officers explained how naval crews are trained to operate and maintain the advanced MH-60R Romeo helicopters, highlighting their state-of-the-art avionics, sensors and weapons. They detailed the helicopter’s role as the “eyes and ears” of the fleet, boosting anti-submarine warfare capabilities amid rising Chinese naval activity. The commissioning of a second squadron, they said, will significantly enhance India’s maritime security across the Indian Ocean Region.

Operation Sindoor: Indian Forces Show Pakistan Drone Launched From Lahore On May 10

Dec 16, 2025, 06:11 PM IST