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Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh today launched the 14th edition of Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC-14) and 4th edition of the #ADITI challenges during the National Defence Industries Conclave 2026 in New Delhi. 107 problem statements, including 82 under #DISC-14 and 25 under ADITI, from the Defence Forces, @IndiaCoastGuard and Defence Space Agency were launched to promote breakthrough innovations in various domains. 101 innovation challenges from #DPSUs were also launched by Raksha Mantri to encourage design-led innovation by #MSMEs and start-ups. These challenges are funded by DPSUs, which will also provide mentorship, testing facilities and opportunities for potential integration into their supply chains to the winning startups.

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, #SouthernCommand, witnessed 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐆𝐇 𝐉𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐀, where speed, precision and the seamless integration of new-generation equipment and technologies defined high-tempo mechanised warfare, reflecting the combat edge of a networked, integrated and #FutureReady #IndianArmy. The exercise validated the integrated employment of Attack Helicopters, Fighter Aircraft, drones, Counter-Drone systems, #ISR and EW capabilities to enhance battlefield awareness, shorten decision cycles and deliver decisive combat effect in a multi-domain operational environment. #SudarshanChakraCorps #WhiteTigerDivision #TechAbsorption #Jointness #DecadeOfTransformation #YearOfNetworkingAndDataCentricity @adgpi @PRODefPune @PRODeflko @SpokespersonMoD

The 11th edition of the India - Seychelles joint military Exercise #LAMITIYE is presently underway at the Seychelles Defence Academy. The exercise focuses on enhancing joint capabilities in the conduct of sub-conventional operations in semi-urban terrain & peacekeeping operations. It aims to effectively counter emerging threats while strengthening interoperability between the two forces. This exercise underscores the deepening #DefenceCooperation between India and Seychelles, reaffirming the shared commitment to peace, stability and security in the Indian Ocean Region. #IndiaSeychellesFriendship 🇮🇳🤝🇸🇨 @MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @IaSouthern @hci_seychelles @SeyDefence

#FireOutbreak #IndianArmy #MilitaryCivilFusion Rapid Response. Seamless Civil–Military Synergy. Responding to an emergency call, troops from #ShahbaazDivision of #SouthernCommand swiftly mobilised to assist civil authorities in combating a major fire at a packaging storage facility in the Chanatoriya Industrial Area near #Baheria, #Sagar. Through a coordinated and sustained response lasting over 15 hours, Army firefighting assets operated in close synergy with civil fire services to bring the blaze under control, preventing further escalation and safeguarding lives and property. The swift, integrated action highlights the strength of Military–Civil coordination and reflects the #IndianArmy’s unwavering commitment to stand with the Nation in times of crisis. #NationFirst #HADR #SudarshanChakraCorps @adgpi @PRODefPune

Historic run in New York City 🇮🇳 Nb Sub Gulveer Singh clocks a sensational 59:42 at the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon 2026, winning Bronze, setting a New National Record, and becoming the first Indian to break the 60-minute Half Marathon barrier. A defining moment for Indian distance running and a proud moment for #IndianArmy #MissionOlympicsWing @adgpi @Media_SAI @IndiaSports @afiindia

Dominance on display at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 in New Delhi 🇮🇳 Para athletes of the #IndianArmy deliver a stellar performance: 3 Gold | 6 Silver | 2 Bronze 6 Personal Bests 11 Bravehearts. 11 Medals. One Unbreakable Spirit. Shubham Juyal (F57 – Shot Put) betters his mark by 0.73 m since the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, while Sub Solairaj, VSM (T64 – Long Jump) continues his dominance with a 7.05 m leap. Courage beyond injury. Strength beyond limits. #ArmyParalympicNode – Against All Odds. #MissionOlympicsWing @adgpi @Media_SAI @PCI_IN_Official

OP DIGGI 2, Uri Based on a specific intelligence input provided by #JKP regarding an infiltration attempt, a joint operation was launched on intervening night of 14-15 Mar 26 in Gen area Buchhar, Uri sector. Alert troops spotted suspicious movement of a terrorist in the thicket. The ambush was readjusted and the terrorist was challenged resulting in terrorist opening indiscriminate fire. In the Contact a Pak terrorist was eliminated. Warlike stores including an AK rifle, pistols and large quantity of ammunition have been recovered. Op continues #Kashmir @NorthernComd_IA @adgpi @PRODefSrinagar

#जनरलउपेंद्रद्विवेदी, #थलसेनाध्यक्ष तथा भारतीय सेना के समस्त पद, #वीरयोद्धा नायक (गनर) अजय जैसवाल को श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करते हैं, जिन्होंने #जम्मू_कश्मीर में ड्यूटी के दौरान सर्वोच्च बलिदान दिया। #भारतीयसेना शोकसंतप्त परिवार के प्रति गहरी संवेदना प्रकट करती है तथा इस घड़ी में उनके साथ दृढ़ता से खड़ी है। #भारतीयसेना #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and All Ranks of the IndianArmy pay heartfelt homage to the #Braveheart Naik (Gunner) Ajay Jaiswal, who made the supreme sacrifice in the Line of duty in Jammu and Kashmir. #IndianArmy offers deepest condolences and stands in solidarity with the bereaved family in this hour of grief. #IndianArmy

#जनरलउपेंद्रद्विवेदी, #थलसेनाध्यक्ष तथा भारतीय सेना के समस्त पद, #वीरयोद्धा अग्निवीर मनीष कुमार को श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करते हैं, जिन्होंने #कारगिल में ड्यूटी के दौरान सर्वोच्च बलिदान दिया। #भारतीयसेना शोकसंतप्त परिवार के प्रति गहरी संवेदना प्रकट करती है तथा इस घड़ी में उनके साथ दृढ़ता से खड़ी है। #भारतीयसेना #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and All Ranks of the IndianArmy pay heartfelt homage to the #Braveheart Agniveer Manish Kumar, who made the supreme sacrifice in the Line of duty in #Kargil Sector. #IndianArmy offers deepest condolences and stands in solidarity with the bereaved family in this hour of grief. #IndianArmy

#जनरलउपेंद्रद्विवेदी, #थलसेनाध्यक्ष तथा भारतीय सेना के समस्त पद, #वीरयोद्धा सूबेदार संदीप कुमार ढाका को श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करते हैं, जिन्होंने जम्मू-कश्मीर के #पुंछ में ऑपरेशनल ड्यूटी के दौरान सर्वोच्च बलिदान दिया। भारतीय सेना शोकसंतप्त परिवार के प्रति गहरी संवेदना प्रकट करती है तथा इस घड़ी में उनके साथ दृढ़ता से खड़ी है। #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and All Ranks of the Indian Army salute the supreme sacrifice of #Braveheart Subedar Sandeep Kumar Dhaka, during an operational duty in #Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. Indian Army offers deepest condolences and stands in solidarity with the bereaved family in this hour of grief. #IndianArmy

NO FOOT PRINT LASTS - THE WATCH DOES Where the elements erase every mark, Our vigil stands, around the clock #ShauryaAndSeva

Shri Shatrujeet Kapur, Director General, #ITBP, called on #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS. They held discussions on further strengthening India’s northern borders, enhancing operational preparedness, development initiatives for border communities and addressing emerging security challenges through greater inter-force synergy. The interaction underscored the importance of seamless cooperation and a cohesive response framework to ensure effective border management and national security. @HMOIndia @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @ITBP_official

#IndianArmy participated in the National Symposium on Additive Manufacturing organised by the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing, #NCAM under the aegis of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, #MeitY. The symposium highlighted the growing role of Additive Manufacturing in strengthening defence capabilities through enhanced combat force regeneration, rapid prototyping and battlefield resilience, supporting emerging operational technologies. During a panel discussion, experts from the military, academia and industry deliberated on leveraging advanced manufacturing for defence applications. The panel featured Lieutenant General Rajiv Kumar Sahni, DG #EME, Major General Shivendra Kumar Bhattacharya, Major General PS Bindra, Dr Shibu John (CEO & Founder, 3D Graphy) and Dr Shamsher Singh, (IIT Delhi), focusing on innovation and self-reliance in defence capabilities in support of #AatmanirbharBharat. #AdditiveManufacturing @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @GoI_MeitY

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞! Under the aegis of #GajrajCorps, the Indian Army’s indigenously developed #Prachand #LightCombatHelicopter successfully carried out live firing exercise. Built for precision and high-altitude warfare, Prachand’s stellar performance reaffirmed India’s growing strength in multi-domain operations. The exercise not only enhanced operational readiness but also showcased the formidable firepower & professionalism of the Indian Army. #GajrajCorps के नेतृत्व में भारतीय सेना के स्वदेश में बने #Prachand #LightCombatHelicopter ने सफलतापूर्वक लाइव फायरिंग अभ्यास किया। यह हेलीकॉप्टर सटीक हमले और ऊँचाई वाले इलाकों में युद्ध के लिए बनाया गया है। इस अभ्यास में प्रचंड का शानदार प्रदर्शन भारत की बढ़ती सैन्य क्षमता को दिखाता है। इस अभ्यास से सेना की तैयारी और मजबूत हुई। साथ ही यह भारतीय सेना की ताकत और पेशेवर क्षमता को दर्शाता है। 🇮🇳🚁 #IndianArmy #ArmyAviation #GajrajCorps @adgpi @easterncomd @GajrajCorps_IA @MyGovArunachal @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @PIB_India

#DefenceDiplomacy 🇮🇳🤝🇹🇭 Shri Puneet Agrawal, Ambassador-Designate of India to the Kingdom of Thailand, called on #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS. The interaction focused on strengthening India–Thailand defence ties, enhancing military-to-military engagement and expanding cooperation through training exchanges and professional interactions, reflecting the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. #IndiaThailandFriendship @MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @IndiainThailand

Lieutenant General Joel B Vowell, Deputy Commanding General, United States Army Pacific (USARPAC), called on #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and discussed avenues to further strengthen the India-US defence partnership. The interaction focused on regional security in the Indo-Pacific, enhancing interoperability through joint military exercises and exploring new avenues of engagement to deepen military-to-military cooperation across multiple domains. The meeting reaffirmed the growing strategic convergence and shared commitment of both armies towards addressing emerging security challenges. #DefenceDiplomacy #IndiaUSPartnership 🇮🇳 🤝 🇺🇸 @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @IndianEmbassyUS @USARPAC

Lieutenant General Joel B Vowell, Deputy Commanding General, United States Army Pacific, met Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, #VCOAS, to discuss avenues for further strengthening India-US Army cooperation. The discussions focused on regional security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific, expanding military-to-military engagement and enhancing interoperability through joint training and exercises. Both sides also explored opportunities for deeper collaboration across diverse operational domains. The interaction reflected the growing strategic partnership and shared commitment of the two armies towards promoting stability and security in the region. #DefenceDiplomacy #IndiaUSPartnership @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @IndianEmbassyUS @USARPAC

Indigenisation & Self-Reliance in Defence In pursuit of a self-reliant and progressive Bharat, Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Aujla, Master General Sustenance, interacted with the Chairpersons and Managing Directors of ten Defence Public Sector Undertakings at Sena Bhawan on 10 March 2026. The discussions focused on strengthening indigenous defence manufacturing, enhancing research and development and advancing self-reliance in defence sustenance and capability development to support the operational requirements of the Armed Forces. #AtmanirbharBharat @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @IndiaMunitions @Gliders_Defence @AVANI_PR @HALHQBLR @BEL_india @tcl_india @BDL_India @BEMLHq @IndiaOptel @aweil_india

Subject Matter Expert Exchange between the #IndianArmy and the #FrenchArmy was conducted on 09 & 10 March 2026, focusing on the employment of Long Range Vectors (LRVs) and Precision Guided Munitions (PGMs) in contemporary warfare. Delegations from both the Armies exchanged perspectives on operational employment, doctrinal developments and evolving global trends in precision fires and deep-strike capabilities, fostering professional military learning and deeper #DefenceCooperation. #IndiaFranceFriendship 🇮🇳🤝🇫🇷 @MEAIndia @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @IndiaembFrance @armeedeTerre @CEMAT_FR

#जनरलउपेंद्रद्विवेदी, #थलसेनाध्यक्ष तथा भारतीय सेना के समस्त पद, #वीरयोद्धा सिपाही अक्षित शर्मा को श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करते हैं जिन्होंने प्रशिक्षण अभ्यास के दौरान सर्वोच्च बलिदान दिया। #भारतीयथलसेना शोकसंतप्त परिवार के प्रति गहरी संवेदना प्रकट करती है तथा इस घड़ी में उनके साथ दृढ़ता से खड़ी है। #भारतीयथलसेना #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS and All Ranks of the Indian Army salute the supreme sacrifice of the #Braveheart Sepoy Akshit Sharma, who made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty during a training exercise. #IndianArmy offers deepest condolences and stands in solidarity with the bereaved family in this hour of grief. #IndianArmy