Cochin Shipyard Limited has delivered its first indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel, Mahe, to the Indian Navy. This delivery strengthens our coastal defence and marks a significant milestone in domestic defence manufacturing.

Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet confirms company will conduct on-orbit demonstration of space-based missile interceptor by 2028 as part of $175B Golden Dome project. The hit-to-kill technology aims to destroy incoming missiles at several km/second in space.

Breeds like the Rampur Hound & Mudhol Hound are being selected to join commandos in helicopter-borne missions, ready to hunt down hiding terrorists in high-risk zones.

RM at longewala border with top military officials and high-tech military equipment.

China Builds Advanced Air Defence Complex Near LAC
Satellite imagery reveals a new Chinese air defence facility at Pangong Lake (110km from the 2020 clash site) featuring retractable missile shelters for HQ-9 SAM systems
Details: https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/china-builds-new-air-defence-site-near-india-border-satellite-images-reveal-retractable-missile-shelters-2807706-2025-10-24

“Pakistan will now think twice before attempting any misadventure against India as our Armed Forces have given them a good dose of caution during Operation Sindoor,” stated Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh while interacting with soldiers during Barakhana in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, on October 23, 2025.

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Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh released Defence Procurement Manual 2025 on October 23, effective November 01.

DPM2025 Salient Features:
- Liquidated Damages relaxed (max 10% for delays; 0.1% for indigenised items)
- Assured orders up to 5+ years for indigenised items
- Limited Tender up to ₹50L; beyond that only in exceptional cases
- 15% growth provision for ship repairs/aviation overhauls

"The USA is our enemy, and their talkative "peacemaker" has now fully taken up the path of war with Russia."

- Dmitri Medvedev (Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council)

Putin confirms successful test of nuclear-powered 9M730 Burevestnik “Skyfall” missile with unlimited range, 14,000 km over 15 hrs, designed to evade all missile defences. Russia begins deployment prep.Putin confirms successful test of nuclear-powered 9M730 Burevestnik “Skyfall” missile with unlimited range, 14,000 km over 15 hrs, designed to evade all missile defences. Russia begins deployment prep.

ISRO is set to launch the military communication satellite CMS-03 (GSAT-7R) on November 2 aboard the LVM3 rocket, marking the vehicle's first flight since the historic Chandrayaan-3 mission.

This 4400kg satellite will significantly enhance secure communications for the Indian Armed Forces over a wide oceanic region and the Indian landmass.

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Russia closes airports, shoots down 28 drones.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow, leading Russian air defence systems to engage overnight to fend off multiple attacks, prompting the closure of two of the city’s four airports.

DRDO’s MPATGM has successfully passed all trials and is ready for Army induction. This 3rd generation, fire-and-forget missile includes a tandem warhead, an IIR seeker, and a top-attack mode. Its capabilities were proven at Pokhran against modern armour.

Pakistan’s empty threats to Afghanistan

Bangladesh interim chief Muhammad Yunus was seen presenting a Pakistani general with a controversial map depicting Assam and other northeastern states as part of Bangladesh.

China’s third aircraft carrier, Fujian (80,000 tons), has successfully completed EM catapult launch tests with J-15T, J-35, and KJ-600 aircraft in September 2025.
This is the first homebuilt CATOBAR carrier, and it will be the world’s first to launch 5th-gen fighters using an EM catapult. It is set for commissioning by the end of 2025.

India and Russia are close to approving #BrahMos-II. The joint hypersonic cruise missile project is expected to receive formal approval by the end of 2025.
- Speed: Mach 7 (approximately 8,575 km/h)
- Range: 1,500 km
- Features: Russian scramjet propulsion and Indian electronic warfare-resistant avionics
- Flight tests are scheduled for 2027-28
- Induction is planned for 2031

Happy Infantry Day to all Indian Army bravhearts who have protected the nation selflessly.

Europe's defence budget reached €392 billion in 2025, up from €218 billion in 2021. The EU's "ReArm Europe" agenda plans to mobilize up to €800 billion through new funding mechanisms, with Germany's 2025 defence budget totaling €86.5 billion and projected to exceed €150 billion in coming years

INS Ikshak is set to be commissioned on November 6 at Naval Base Kochi, with Chief of Naval Staff Adm DK Tripathi presiding over the ceremony. This is the third SVL ship 102nd designed by the Navy's WDB, featuring over 80% indigenous content, and is the first SVL to provide dedicated accommodations for women.

Maj Gen Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami, Commander, United Arab Emirates Land Forces, is undertaking an official visit to India from 27-28 October 2025.

The SuperSukhoi upgrade for the IAF’s Su-30MKI fleet is nearly finalised and awaits CCS approval. This upgrade will extend the service life by 20 years. Eighty jets will receive new cockpits, radars, an electronic warfare suite, and sensors. This is a timely move, given that squadron strength has decreased to 29 due to the retirement of the MiG21 and delays in Tejas Mk1A deliveries.