Defence Current Affairs

India Proposes Akash Missile Export to Brazil in Major Defence Talks

India has expressed interest in supplying its Akash missile system to Brazil, as part of a broader push to strengthen defence cooperation between the two countries. On 15 October 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Brazilian Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin and Defence Minister José Múcio Monteiro Filho in New Delhi. Key highlights of the Discussion Recent

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DRDO Launches IRSA 1.0 for Military Radio Interoperability

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) officially unveiled the Indian Radio Software Architecture (IRSA) standard version 1.0 in October 2025. This significant milestone is all about boosting interoperability in military communication across the Indian Armed Forces. With IRSA, we’re setting a national standard for Software Defined Radios (SDR), which is a big leap towards

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India’s New Hypersonic Missile Dhvani

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is on the brink of a groundbreaking achievement with the upcoming test of Dhvani, a hypersonic missile that could elevate the country into an exclusive league of military superpowers. About Dhvani Hypersonic Missile: Future Prospects: Dhvani marks a significant advancement in India’s military technology. It brings together speed,

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Jal Prahar 2025: Indian Navy’s Joint Amphibious Exercise

The Indian Navy successfully completed the biannual joint exercise, ‘Jal Prahar 2025,’ in collaboration with the Indian Army. Taking place along India’s eastern coast, this exercise was all about boosting teamwork and operational readiness in amphibious warfare. Spanning from September 16 to 23, 2025, it showcased impressive coordination and tactical skills between the naval and

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India’s First Overseas Defence Manufacturing Plant in Morocco

In a groundbreaking move to enhance India’s presence in global defense, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to embark on a two-day official visit to Morocco starting Monday. This visit marks a historic first, as it will be the inaugural trip by an Indian Defence Minister to Morocco, highlighting the increasing strategic partnership between the

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India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025

The 21st edition of the India–USA joint military exercise, Yudh Abhyas 2025, kicked off at Fort Wainwright in Alaska. Running from September 1st to 14th, this exercise brings together troops from the Indian Army’s Madras Regiment and the US 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, also known as the Bobcats of the Arctic Wolves Brigade Combat

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Exercise Maitree 2025: India-Thailand Armies Train Together in Meghalaya

The Indian and Thai armies are set to conduct a joint military exercise titled ‘Maitree’ at the Umroi cantonment in Meghalaya. This joint military exercise will focus on enhancing operational readiness for joint counter-terrorism operations in semi-urban terrain under the auspices of a UN mandate. The exercise will take place five years after the last

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Indian Army Successfully Tests Akash Prime Air Defence System at 15,000 ft in Ladakh

In a tremendous boost to the indigenous defence capabilities of India, the Indian Army has successfully completed trials of the Akash Prime air defence missile system at more than 15,000 feet altitude in Ladakh. This notable success backs India’s growing competence in high altitude warfare and self-reliant defence production. As a modified variant of the

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Indian Army Conducts ‘Prachand Shakti’ in Meerut

The Ram Division of the Indian Army held a significant military exhibition known as ‘Prachand Shakti’ at the Kharga Corps Field Training Area in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The exhibition demonstrated how the Army would equip its frontline units to be stronger and faster using modern technology tools such as drones, AI systems and loitering weapons.

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DRDO, IAF Successfully Test Astra Missile from Su-30 MKI

On July 11, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted successful tests of the Astra missile from a Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft, flying off the coast of Odisha. The Astra missile was equipped with a Radio Frequency (RF) seeker, allowing it to accurately strike its targets. This successful

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