Monthly Archives: November, 2025

Navy

India Signs $964 Million Deal with US for MH60 Romeo Helicopter Sustainment Support

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India-US Deal for MH-60 Romeo Helicopters’ Maintenance: 28 November 2025 — In a significant development for India’s naval capabilities, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) with the United States for a comprehensive sustainment support package for the Indian Navy’s fleet of MH60R helicopters. The agreement, which is valued at approximately $964 million (₹7,995 crore), will cover a five-year period and will enhance the operational readiness of these advanced helicopters.

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Postings

HENSOLDT AG’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Dr. Lars Immisch, to Step Down from Management Board for Health Reasons

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Change in Hensoldt AG’s Management Board: Munich, Germany – November 2025 – Dr. Lars Immisch, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and a member of the Management Board at HENSOLDT AG, will step down from his role effective at the turn of the year 2025/2026, due to health reasons. The announcement was made by the Supervisory Board of the company, which confirmed that HR management would ensure continuity in the department until a succession solution, already agreed upon, takes effect in the new year.

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Navy

Indian Coast Guard Hosts First Shipbuilding, Indigenisation & IT Conference to Boost Maritime Capabilities

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Madikeri, Karnataka, 27 November 2025 — In a landmark event that signals a new phase of self-reliance and technological advancement, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) hosted its inaugural Shipbuilding, Indigenisation & IT Conference in Madikeri, Karnataka, on November 27, 2025. The conference brought together key stakeholders from India’s shipbuilding industry, defence innovation sectors, and the IT domain to discuss and align strategies for strengthening India’s maritime defence capabilities.

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Navy

India’s Shipyards: Pillars of Maritime Power and Emerging Blue Economy

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Samudra Utkarsh: New Delhi, 25 November 2025 — India’s shipbuilding industry is rapidly becoming a global powerhouse, contributing not only to national defence but also playing a pivotal role in the country’s emerging Blue Economy. At the heart of this transformation, India’s vibrant shipyards are poised to become major players in global maritime trade, innovation, and security. During his keynote address at Samudra Utkarsh, a seminar hosted by the Department of Defence Production, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the immense potential of India’s shipyards, urging international partners to tap into this growing ecosystem to co-develop next-generation maritime capabilities.

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News

BEL and Safran Will Produce HAMMER Missiles in India

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New Delhi, 24 November 2025 — In a significant move to boost India’s defence capabilities and support the government’s Make-in-India initiative, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics & Defence (SED) of France have entered into a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement (JVCA) for the local production of HAMMER Missiles in India. The agreement was signed on November 24, 2025, in New Delhi, marking a major milestone in India’s pursuit of greater self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

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Navy

INS Mahe Commissioned: India’s First Mahe-Class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Joins the Western Naval Command

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Indian Navy’s INS Mahe Commissioned: Mumbai, 24 November 2025 — The Indian Navy has taken a significant step in enhancing its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities with the commissioning of INS Mahe, the first of the indigenously designed and built Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC). The ceremony took place at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on 24 November 2025, marking a milestone in India’s maritime defence capabilities.

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Army

First Leopard-2 A8 Tanks Equipped with Israeli Trophy Active Protection System Rolled Out

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Rafael’s Trophy APS for Leopard MBT: Munich, Germany – November 20, 2025: First two Leopard-2 A8 tank equipped with Israeli defence company Rafael’s Trophy Active Protection System (APS) rolled out on Thursday. official roll-out of the first Leopard 2 A8 Main Battle Tanks equipped with the TROPHY Active Protection System (APS) The tanks were formally delivered to the German Army and the Norwegian Armed Forces at KNDS Munich plant, underscoring Europe’s commitment to enhanced armored survivability.

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Aviation

HAL-Hensoldt Offer Obstacle Avoidance System for Indian Military Helicopters:

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HAL-Hensoldt Offer Obstacle Avoidance System for Indian Military Helicopters: Dubai, UAE – November 2025 – Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and HENSOLDT, a leading German provider of sensor solutions, have reached a significant milestone in defense collaboration with the signing of a major contract for the transfer of technology and integration of an advanced Obstacle Avoidance System (OAS) for Indian military helicopters. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025, marks a transformative step in Indo-German defense ties and strengthens India’s aerospace capabilities.

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Air Force

Garuda 25: India and France Take Their Military Cooperation to New Heights

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Mont-de-Marsan, France, November 15, 2025 – The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in the 8th edition of Exercise Garuda with the French Air and Space Force (FASF), a joint military exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability and refining tactical operations between the two air forces. The exercise, running from November 16 to 27, 2025, will see IAF’s Su-30MKI fighter aircraft engage in complex air combat scenarios alongside French multirole fighters.

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Navy

India’s Maritime Ambitions: Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Strengthens Ties with South Korea’s Shipbuilding Giants

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Geoje, South Korea, November 15, 2025 – In a move to bolster India’s commercial fleet capacity and maritime infrastructure, Hardeep Singh Puri, India’s Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, visited Hanwha Ocean’s shipbuilding facility in Geoje, South Korea, to discuss growing collaboration between India and South Korea’s maritime sectors. The visit is part of Puri’s ongoing engagement with South Korea to explore the potential for expanding shipbuilding, fleet development, and energy transportation capabilities under India’s Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.

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Public Sector

India’s DRDO Unveils New Generation Man-Portable Underwater Vehicles for Mine Countermeasure Missions

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India DRDO’s Man Portable AUV Anti-Mine Vehicle: In a significant boost to India’s underwater defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed a new generation of Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (MP-AUVs) designed specifically for naval mine countermeasure missions. The achievement marks a major step toward the deployment of intelligent, networked, and rapidly responsive systems for underwater threat detection.

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Aviation

IdeaForge Secures ₹100 Crore in Indian Army Orders for Newly Launched ZOLT and SWITCH V2 UAVs

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Mumbai | November 14, 2025, In a major boost to India’s indigenous unmanned aerial systems ecosystem, ideaForge Technology Limited, one of the country’s leading UAV manufacturers, has won ₹100 crore worth of new orders from the Indian Army for its latest products — the ZOLT Tactical UAV and the SWITCH V2 Hybrid VTOL UAV. The orders reaffirm the Army’s trust in ideaForge’s operationally proven drone technologies and highlight the company’s growing leadership in the defence UAV market.

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Public Sector

India Strengthens Defence Capabilities with USD 251 Million Missile Deal

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New Delhi, November 13, 2025 – The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a major defence contract worth INR 2,095.70 crore (USD 251 million) with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the procurement of INVAR Anti-Tank Missiles. The missiles will significantly enhance the lethality of Indian Army’s T-90 tanks, the backbone of its Armoured Regiments. The laser-guided missiles offer high hit accuracy and operational superiority in mechanized warfare.

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Indian Navy Expands Recruitment with New Centre INS Kadamba

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Karwar, November 12, 2025 – The Indian Navy has opened a new recruitment centre at INS Kadamba in Karwar, a significant step to strengthen its recruitment drive and enhance the Navy’s presence along India’s Western Seaboard. The centre, the tenth such establishment in India, will facilitate the recruitment of youth from Karnataka, Southern Maharashtra, and Goa to serve in the Indian Navy.

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World Market

Lockheed Martin Empowers Indian Industry at 11th Annual Suppliers Conference

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Bengaluru, November 11, 2025 – In a significant boost to India’s defence industrial ecosystem, Lockheed Martin held its 11th Annual India Suppliers Conference on November 3, 2025 in Bengaluru, emphasizing the importance of Indian industry partnerships in achieving the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (Self-reliant India) vision. The conference attracted over 30 Indian companies, ranging from large firms to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), all eager to engage in Lockheed Martin’s global supply chains.

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News

India’s Defence Production Hits $18.18 Billion, State Entities Account for Nearly Three-Fourth Production

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New Delhi, November 10, 2025 – India has reached a significant milestone in its defence manufacturing sector, with total defence production for the year 2024-2025 reaching ₹1.51 lakh crore ($18.18 billion). Notably, Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) contributed a substantial 71.6% to this total, highlighting the vital role of public sector entities in India’s push towards self-reliance in defence. Additionally, the country’s defence exports have soared to ₹6,695 crore ($805 million), reinforcing the growing global confidence in India’s indigenous defence systems.

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World

India, Vietnam Sign MoU on Submarine Search & Rescue Support at 15th Defence Policy Dialogue in Hanoi

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India-Vietnam Defence Cooperation: India and Vietnam reaffirmed their steadily growing defence partnership at the 15th edition of the India–Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue (DPD) held in Hanoi on November 10, 2025. The dialogue, co-chaired by India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of National Defence Sr Lt Gen Hoang Xuan Chien, resulted in significant new agreements aimed at enhancing bilateral military cooperation, particularly in maritime security and high-technology domains.

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World Market

Saudi Arabia’s Military Localization Efforts Reach 25%, Paving the Way for Strategic Defense Autonomy

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Riyadh, November 10, 2025 – Saudi Arabia’s military industries are on an accelerated path toward self-sufficiency, with the Kingdom’s localization of military spending increasing to 24.89% by the end of 2024. This achievement was officially announced by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) at the Annual Military Industries Sector Meeting, held today in Riyadh. The event, which brought together government entities, private sector stakeholders, and international defense companies, marked a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia’s ambitious strategy to build a robust, self-sustaining military-industrial complex.

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News

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Review Performance of 16 DPSUs in Annual Review

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Defence Minister to Review Performance of 16 Defence Public Sector Companies (DPSU): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will undertake the annual performance review of India’s 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) in New Delhi on Monday (10 November 2025). This review is part of the government’s continued efforts to boost the self-reliance of India’s defense sector and improve technological innovation.

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Rheinmetall Posts Strong Q3 Results with Record Sales, Order Backlog Soars to €64 Billion, Defying Domestic Challenges

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Rheinmetall Q3 Financial Results, Order Backlog at €64 Billion: Rheinmetall AG, the Düsseldorf-based defense and technology group, has reported solid growth in its Q3 financial results for the first nine months of 2025, with a notable increase in both sales and operating income. Despite challenges stemming from delayed order placements in Germany, the company’s defence business continues to drive overall performance, confirming its pivotal role in a rapidly expanding global defence market.

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Army

Leonardo and Rheinmetall Awarded Contract for Armoured Vehicles for the Italian Army

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Leonardo and Rheinmetall, through their joint venture Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles (LRMV), have secured a contract to supply 21 advanced armoured vehicles to the Italian Army. The first vehicle is expected to be delivered by the end of 2025. This contract marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between the two companies, which is focused on developing cutting-edge defense systems for modern operational scenarios.

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Diplomacy

17th India-Israel Joint Working Group on Defence Cooperation Held in Tel Aviv

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India-Israel Defence Cooperation: The 17th India-Israel Joint Working Group (JWG) on defense cooperation convened on November 4, 2025, in Tel Aviv, co-chaired by India’s Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Maj Gen (Res) Amir Baram, Director General of the Israeli Ministry of Defence. The meeting saw the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims to deepen defense ties between the two countries.

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Navy

Indian Navy to Lead Tri-Services Exercise Trishul 2025 to Enhance Joint Operational Readiness

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Tri-Services Exercise Trishul 2025: The Indian Navy will spearhead a large-scale Tri-Services Exercise (TSE-2025) named “Trishul,” starting in early November 2025, involving close coordination with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force. The exercise aims to validate and synchronize operational procedures across the three services, focusing on integrated, multi-domain warfare capabilities.

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Space

Indian Navy Strengthens Space-Based Maritime Communication with Indigenous GSAT-7R Satellite

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Indian Navy’s GSAT-7R Satellite: In a major boost to its space-based communication and maritime surveillance capabilities, the Indian Navy is set to launch the cutting-edge GSAT-7R satellite on November 2, 2025. Developed indigenously by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), this satellite is the most advanced and heaviest communication satellite created specifically for the Indian Navy, weighing approximately 4,400 kg.

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News

Rheinmetall Leads European Initiative to Produce CO₂-Neutral Synthetic Fuel for Military Use

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Rheinmetall Will Produce CO₂-Neutral Synthetic Fuel for Military Use: Rheinmetall is spearheading a transformative project aimed at strengthening Europe’s energy and fuel security by developing a network of CO₂-neutral synthetic fuel production facilities for military applications. Named the ‘Giga PtX’ project, this ambitious initiative involves building several hundred modular plants across Europe capable of producing 5,000 to 7,000 tonnes of diesel, marine diesel, or kerosene annually per site.

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Diplomacy

Maritime Information Sharing Workshop 2025 to Strengthen Indian Ocean Regional Security

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Maritime Information Sharing Workshop 2025: The Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) is set to host the third Maritime Information Sharing Workshop (MISW 2025) from November 3 to 5, 2025, in Gurugram, India. The workshop’s theme, “Enhancing Real-Time Coordination and Information Sharing Across the Indian Ocean Region,” reflects a concerted effort to bolster maritime security cooperation in the strategically vital Indian Ocean.

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Postings

Raj Kumar Arora Assumes Charge as Financial Advisor Defence Services

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Raj Kumar Arora Financial Advisor Defence Services: Raj Kumar Arora, a seasoned 1990 batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), assumed the role of Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on November 1, 2025. Arora’s extensive expertise encompasses defense acquisition, financial policy formulation, accounting, auditing, budgeting, and personnel management.

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Aviation

Lockheed Martin to Host 11th India Suppliers Conference in Bengaluru

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Lockheed Martin India Suppliers Conference: New Delhi, October 30, 2025 — Lockheed Martin has announced that it will host the 11th edition of its India Suppliers Conference on November 3, 2025, at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Bengaluru. The one-day event, themed “Collaborate to Transform,” aims to further connect Indian companies with global supply chains and strengthen the country’s defence industrial capabilities.

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