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Jan 14, 2026

Garuda Aerospace and BEL sign MoU for defence UAS supply

Chennai-based Garuda Aerospace and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on supplying Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to Indian Defence Forces, Central Police Organizations, and security agencies. BEL will act as team leader and lead bidder, while Garuda will serve as technology and teaming partner. The agreement sets a framework for collaboration on future procurement, production, and integration of UAS capabilities to enhance India’s defence and security operations. The pact reflects ongoing efforts to build domestic capabilities in advanced aerospace systems.

Garuda Aerospace and BEL sign UAS cooperation MoU
Target: defence forces, CPOs, and security groups
BEL as Team Leader; Garuda as technology partner
Framework for procurement and production of UAS
Supports domestic aerospace capability development

Jan 12, 2026

Western Command holds 2026 Investiture Ceremony recognizing gallantry and service

Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar presided over the Western Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 in Delhi Cantt. The event recognised 100 awardees for bravery and distinguished service, including six Yudh Seva Medals and 30 Sena Medals (G) with four posthumous honours. The ceremony also awarded 44 Vishisht Seva Medals and featured a display of in-house drone capabilities. General Katiyar addressed awardees and families, stressing professional excellence, innovation and readiness to safeguard India’s frontiers. The gathering highlighted the Army’s focus on valor, sacrifice, and modernisation in support of national security.

Western Command Investiture Ceremony 2026 honoured 100 awardees.
Awards included six Yudh Seva Medals, 30 Sena Medals (Gallantry), and four posthumous.
44 Vishisht Seva Medals awarded; drones showcased by troops.
General Manoj Kumar Katiyar presided; emphasis on innovation and readiness.
Ceremony reinforces army ethos and national security commitments.

Sanjha Shakti: Indian Army conducts civil–military exercise in Southern Command

The Indian Army conducted the Sanjha Shakti exercise to boost civil–military coordination in the Southern Command. The joint Military–Civil Fusion exercise at the Dighi Hills Range involved more than 350 personnel and 16 civilian agencies, including police, fire and disaster response units from Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa. The aim was to test interoperability, communication, decision-making and rapid response under realistic scenarios, strengthening civilian resilience during emergencies. Lt Gen DS Kushwah highlighted the importance of close civil–military collaboration, with an emphasis on preparedness and joint action to safeguard public safety and security.

Sanjha Shakti is a civil–military fusion exercise in Southern Command.
Involves 350+ personnel and 16 civilian agencies from multiple states.
Focus on interoperability, communications and rapid-response planning.
Exercises conducted at Dighi Hills Range; scenario-based training.
Lt Gen Kushwah underscored civilian–military cooperation for public safety.

Jan 11, 2026

Uttarakhand Police Ranks First in ICJS 2.0 National Rankings

National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, released the second edition of the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) 2.0 rankings. Uttarakhand Police topped the national rankings with an impressive score of 93.46, demonstrating exceptional digital policing capabilities and effective crime data management. Haryana Police secured second position with 93.41, while Assam Police claimed third place with 93.16.
This recognition highlights India's progress toward modernising its criminal justice system. The ICJS 2.0 platform represents a transformative shift in how law enforcement and judicial institutions operate across the country.
The Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System is a comprehensive digital platform that connects all major pillars of the criminal justice system. It seamlessly integrates police departments, courts, prosecution offices, prisons, forensic laboratories, fingerprint databases, and crime record systems into one unified network.

L&T secures army order to upgrade Pinaka rocket launchers

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has been awarded a supply order by the Indian Army’s Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) for the overhaul, upgrade, and obsolescence management of the indigenous Pinaka multi‑rocket launcher systems. The collaboration between a domestic OEM and the Army supports lifecycle sustainment of in‑service artillery. The programme will focus on replacing outdated components, upgrading critical subsystems, and providing sustained technical support to Army Base Workshops. This initiative underscores Made‑in‑India efforts to keep frontline artillery systems current and maintain operational readiness through ongoing maintenance and modernization.

L&T awarded Pinaka launcher upgrade order by Indian Army EME.
Scope includes overhaul and obsolescence management.
Focus on upgrading subsystems and sustaining Army workshops.
Promotes Made‑in‑India lifecycle support for artillery.

Jan 10, 2026

Indian Army launches Depot Integration Management Edition (DIME) to transform logistics

The Indian Army launched Depot Integration Management Edition (DIME), a pan-Army digital platform that provides real-time visibility of logistics from units to Army Headquarters. Developed jointly by the Indian Army and the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N), DIME standardises digital workflows across depots and units. It offers integrated dashboards, exception alerts, and predictive stock analytics to support proactive logistics. The platform is expected to cut paperwork by about 70 percent, shorten logistics cycles by a third, and deliver near real-time asset visibility across the entire logistics ecosystem, helping commanders make informed decisions.

DIME enables real-time logistics visibility
Joint development by Army and BISAG-N
Features dashboards, alerts, predictive analytics
Paperwork down ~70%; cycle time down ~33%

Jan 09, 2026

Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron to deploy to South East Asia

Three naval ships and an Indian Coast Guard vessel from the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron will undertake a long-range training deployment to South East Asia. INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi will participate in the 110th Integrated Officers' Training Course (IOTC). The squadron will call at Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand as part of the deployment. The mission emphasizes training excellence, maritime diplomacy, and regional cooperation, reinforcing India’s strategic maritime presence in the Indo-Pacific while helping junior officers gain international exposure and practical experience in seamanship and interoperability.

1st Training Squadron deployment to South East Asia
Ships: INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata; ICGS Sarathi
Part of the 110th Integrated Officers' Training Course (IOTC)
Port calls planned at Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand
Focus on training excellence and maritime diplomacy

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