The Indian Air Force (IAF) inaugurated the first Dronathon-2026 at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Jaisalmer on 14 September 2026. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Vice Chief of the Air Staff, inaugurated the three-day event, which is being conducted from 14 to 16 September. The inaugural ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Defence, Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, the Indian Army and the Border Security Force. The event brings together more than 20 leading defence companies, start-ups, MSMEs, DPSUs and innovators from India’s rapidly growing unmanned systems ecosystem. Dronathon-2026 is an IAF initiative designed to engage directly…
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to participate in ‘Vimarsh 2026’ in New Delhi on 15 September 2026, with the event focusing on strengthening India’s journey towards greater self-reliance in the defence sector. Organised by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the theme ‘Self-Reliance in the Defence Sector: From Dialogue to Development’, the event will bring focus to indigenous technologies, defence innovation and accelerated technological advancement. Vimarsh 2026 is envisaged as an important platform for bringing together stakeholders from the defence ecosystem to promote dialogue, collaboration and the development of indigenous capabilities. The initiative aims to encourage greater…
Indian Revenue Service (IRS) Officer Trainees from the National Academy of Direct Taxes (NADT) successfully completed a five-day attachment with the Indian Army, gaining first-hand exposure to the military way of life, operational preparedness and the unique challenges faced by troops deployed in the Rann and Creek sectors of Gujarat. The immersive engagement provided the officer trainees an opportunity to understand the operational environment and ground realities of troops serving in some of the country’s most challenging border areas. Through direct interaction with Army personnel and exposure to field conditions, the trainees gained valuable insights into the demands of military…
As part of the Indian Navy’s operational deployment, Indian Naval Ship INS Mysore participated in the 4th edition of Exercise Samudra Laksamana with the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) at Lumut, Malaysia, from 09 to 12 September 2026. The exercise featured a comprehensive range of professional and operational engagements aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two maritime forces. During the harbour phase, personnel from both Navies participated in professional exchanges and interactions, facilitating the sharing of operational experiences and strengthening mutual understanding. The engagement subsequently progressed to the sea phase, where INS Mysore operated alongside Royal Malaysian Navy ships KD Lekir…
A special train carrying pilgrims from West Bengal to Somnath in Gujarat was flagged off from Kolkata on Saturday as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, an initiative marking 1,000 years of India’s enduring faith, cultural heritage and civilisational resilience. The dedicated service, launched to facilitate the pilgrimage to the historic Somnath temple, departed Kolkata on 12 September and is scheduled to reach Somnath on 14 September. The pilgrims will take part in religious and cultural programmes at Somnath on 15 and 16 September before returning to Kolkata on 17 September. The flag-off ceremony was attended by West Bengal ministers…
Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini departed Livorno, Italy, on 12 September after a successful port call as part of Lokayan 2026, further strengthening maritime cooperation and professional ties between the Indian and Italian navies. During the port visit, the ship’s crew and trainees participated in a series of professional interactions, cross-training activities and naval engagements, providing an opportunity to exchange operational experiences and enhance mutual understanding. Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, Chief of the Italian Navy, visited INS Sudarshini and interacted with the crew and trainees. He was briefed on the ship’s ongoing voyage and training activities. The Commanding…
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted searches at 10 locations across Jammu & Kashmir as part of its investigation into a cross-border terror conspiracy involving Pakistan-based handlers of the proscribed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and their alleged network of local Over Ground Workers (OGWs). The searches were carried out in Kupwara, Kulgam, Bandipora, Baramulla and Sopore to gather additional evidence on the conspiracy and establish the role of individuals suspected of providing logistical and other support to infiltrated terrorists. The case was initially registered as FIR No. 0024/2026 at Police Station Zakura, Srinagar, and was subsequently re-registered by the NIA…
HQ Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) is organising ‘Combined Operational Review and Evaluation (CORE)’ programme from 14 to 18 September 2026 at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, for senior officers of the Defence Forces. Officers from the Ministries of Defence, External Affairs and Home Affairs are also participating in the five-day programme. The CORE programme aims to provide senior leaders with exposure to contemporary national and regional security issues through interactions with distinguished subject matter experts and renowned speakers from diverse fields. The programme will facilitate a deeper understanding of emerging challenges and enable participants to take balanced and well-informed decisions in…
As part of the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet Operational Deployment, INS Kulish arrived at Ream Naval Base in Cambodia on 12 September 2026, with the visit aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and enhancing professional ties between the Indian Navy and the Royal Cambodian Navy. The warship was received upon arrival by representatives of the Royal Cambodian Navy and officials from the Embassy of India in Cambodia. During the port visit, Indian and Cambodian naval personnel will participate in a range of activities, including professional interactions, familiarisation visits, sporting events and structured naval engagements. These activities are intended to facilitate the…
Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of National Defence, Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Truong Thang, in New Delhi on Sunday to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation and advance the India-Vietnam Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The meeting, held following the recent interaction between the Prime Ministers of India and Vietnam on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit, focused on deepening defence ties, strengthening regional security and expanding cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The two sides discussed accelerating joint initiatives, promoting technology sharing and enhancing defence industrial collaboration. They reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening maritime…