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Surgeons of the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) performed 220 sight-restoring surgeries during the 10th Mega Eye Surgical Camp under #OperationDrishti at an underground operation theatre in shelling-prone Tangdhar, Kupwara, on September 24–25, 2026. The camp included cataract, retinal & glaucoma procedures, bringing AFMS’ total to 3,500+ surgeries across 10 cities, after screening 1.50 lakh+ patients. The 11th camp will be held in Srinagar from September 27–29.

🇮🇳⚓🇩🇪 #IndianNavy & #GermanNavy conducted the maiden Staff Talks from 22–24 Sep 26, opening a new avenue for maritime engagement between the two Navies. The discussions, led by RAdm Sven Beck, #GermanNavy, and Cmde Sachin Kulkarni, #IndianNavy, focused on enhancing operational interaction, maritime information sharing and training linkages. 🇮🇳-🇩🇪 #BridgesofFriendship #MaritimePartnership @deutschemarine @eoiberlin @SpokespersonMoD

Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh flagged-in the historic @DirangNimas expedition that summited 20 unclimbed peaks above 6,000 m in Ladakh in just 23 days, the first-ever recorded summits of 20 such peaks in the Ladakh Range. Led by Col Ranveer Singh Jamwal, the 20-member team showcased India’s mountaineering excellence, endurance and spirit of adventure & exploration.

#SubrotoCup2026 In a thrilling finale to the 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament, Minerva Public School, Mohali defeated MIC English Medium Higher Secondary School, Malappuram 3-2 to clinch the Junior Boys (U-17) title. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff and Chairman, Subroto Mukerjee Sports & Education Society, presented the trophy to the champions. Shri Suresh Raina, former Indian cricketer, was the Guest of Honour. The 65th edition brought together 107 teams across three categories — Junior Girls (U-17), Sub-Junior Boys (U-15) and Junior Boys (U-17) — providing a competitive platform for the next generation of football talent. #IndianAirForce #SubrotoCup2026 #GrassrootsFootball #IndianFootball @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @CareerinIAF @air_veterans

#INSTrishul arrived at #Toulon, #France, on 22 Sep 26 to participate in the 24th edition of Exercise #VARUNA. The bilateral exercise between the #IndianNavy and #FrenchNavy will feature professional engagements in harbour and at sea, aimed at enhancing operational synergy and interoperability. 🇮🇳-🇫🇷 #BridgesofFriendship @MarineNationale @IN_WNC @SpokespersonMoD @IndiaembFrance pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…

DRDO has signed its first high-value deep-tech project agreement under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme with Zero mK India Pvt Ltd for indigenous development of a 20 mK-class Dilution Refrigerator for Quantum Applications. The project, supported by the Rs 500 crore deep-tech corpus approved by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, will strengthen India’s capabilities in quantum technology and advanced cryogenics, reduce dependence on imported infrastructure and contribute to a self-reliant, quantum-ready ecosystem. Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…

#ExTarangShakti26 Two Days to Go The skies are set. The countdown continues. #TarangShakti26 @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @CareerinIAF @air_veterans

⚓Sea Phase #SLINEX26 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰 #SLINEX26 transitioned to sea, with the #IndianNavy and #SriLankaNavy undertaking seamanship evolutions, air operations, night replenishment at sea and Special Forces drills, including VBSS and slithering operations. The evolutions enhanced interoperability and operational coordination, culminating in the conclusion of #SLINEX26 and furthering the enduring #India–#SriLanka maritime partnership. #MAHASAGAR #NeighbourhoodFirst pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.… @srilanka_navy @IN_HQENC @IndiainSL @SpokespersonMoD

Ministry of Defence has inked a contract with @bharat_dynamics for the procurement of 160 Satellite Smart Anti Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) along with associated equipment for Indian Air Force (IAF) with a total cost of Rs 810.79 crore under Buy (Indian - Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category. The contract was signed in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh in New Delhi on September 23, 2026. Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetai…

From nomination to competition. From exclusivity to innovation. India’s defence sector is opening up—and private industry has a critical role to play in building indigenous capabilities, accelerating innovation, boosting production and expanding defence exports. #MoreCompetition #MoreInnovation #MoreSelfReliance @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @DefProdnIndia @SpokespersonMoD

The Naval Weapons & Missile Technology Course (NW&MTC) - 66 commenced at #MILIT, Pune, with 30 officers - 17 from the #IndianNavy and 13 from six Friendly Foreign Countries. The course aims to equip the officers with contemporary knowledge of naval weapons and missile technologies. Maj Gen Naveen Thapliyal, Commandant, underscored the need to remain cognizant of global events and emerging conflicts, while keeping pace with contemporary weapons, rapidly evolving technologies and counter-technologies shaping the future of warfare and the Defence Forces. He interacted with the officers and highlighted the importance of innovation, critical thinking & technological adaptability in addressing evolving #MaritimeSecurity challenges. #NWMTC #MissileTechnology #NavalWeapons #ProfessionalMilitaryEducation @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @PRODefPune

The Indian Air Force is hosting the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti at Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan, from 26 September to 12 October 2026. A major multinational air exercise, it brings together 7 Friendly Foreign Countries (FFCs) participating with air assets and 32 nations attending as observers. The exercise focuses on realistic multinational operations, joint aerial missions, tactical training, interoperability and sharing of operational experience and best practices across complex mission sets. Addressing a press conference on Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026, Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit said that the multinational exercise provides India with an opportunity to show to its friendly partner countries the growing capabilities of Indian aerospace and defence industries. @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @HQ_IDS_India @DefProdnIndia @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @PIB_India

Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh met Director General, International Cooperation, LDP, Japan, Mr Taro Kono in New Delhi on September 22, 2026. They held productive exchange of views on strengthening bilateral defence technology collaboration, joint exercises and regional security cooperation for peace & stability in the Indo-Pacific.🇮🇳🤝🇯🇵

The 23rd ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus Experts’ Working Group on Maritime Security Joint Cooperative Activity (ADMM-Plus EWG-MS JCA) commenced at Subic Bay, #Philippines on 21 Sep 26. The Opening Ceremony, hosted by the Philippine Navy and co-chaired by Japan, witnessed participation of senior naval leadership and defence representatives from participating nations, including the Commanding Officers of #INSSahyadri and #INSKulish. The ceremony marked the commencement of professional and operational engagements aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation, interoperability and mutual understanding among participating navies. #MAHASAGAR #IONS26 #ActEast @SpokespersonMoD @indiannavy @IN_EasternFleet @AN_Command @IN_HQENC @PRO_Vizag

During #ExerciseVeerGuardian26, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and Chief of Staff, Japan Air Self-Defense Force General Takehiro Morita took to the skies in the LCA Tejas at Air Force Station Jodhpur. Flying as ‘Eagle One’, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh led the formation, while General Takehiro Morita flew the twin-seater #Tejas, showcasing India’s indigenous aerospace capabilities and the growing operational synergy, interoperability & strong partnership between the IAF and JASDF. @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @DefProdnIndia @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @PIB_India

Defence Correspondents’ Course (DCC) 2026 commenced at Visakhapatnam with the six-day Navy Module, with 24 journalists participating. Rear Admiral Manoj Jha, CSO (Ops), Eastern Naval Command, delivered the inaugural address, highlighting the importance of the media–military interface. The module will familiarise media professionals with the #IndianNavy’s organisation, operational activities and maritime security responsibilities through lectures, interactions, visits to naval establishments, ships & submarines, and a sea sortie.

MoD signs a Rs 586 crore contract with Accurate Industrial Controls Pvt Ltd for indigenously developed Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for T-72 & T-90 Tanks. The APUs will enhance operational readiness, reliability & sustainability of the Indian Army’s Mechanised Formations, while strengthening indigenisation of critical armoured platform sub-systems under Make-II and advancing the vision of #AatmanirbharBharat. Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…

🇮🇳-🇵🇭 #BridgesofFriendship  Indian Naval Ships #INSSahyadri and #INSKulish arrived at 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝘆, #𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀, on 20 Sep 26 to participate in the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM)-Plus Joint Cooperation Activity. The deployment reflects India’s commitment to strengthening maritime partnerships and expanding cooperation with regional partners. #MAHASAGAR #IONS26 #ActEast pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.… @IN_HQENC @Philippine_Navy @indembmanila @AN_Command

🇮🇳🤝🇪🇬 #BridgesOfFriendship #INSTrishul concluded her three-day port call at Alexandria, Egypt, on 17 Sep 26. Prior to entering harbour, the ship undertook a #PASSEX with Egyptian Naval Ship ENS Bernees. During the port call, Ambassador of India to Egypt, HE Suresh K Reddy, visited the ship. The CO also paid homage to the bravehearts of the World Wars at the Chatby War Memorial. @CWGC The ship’s crew engaged with Egyptian counterparts on enhancing interoperability and explored avenues to further strengthen maritime cooperation and the enduring bonds of friendship between #India and #Egypt. @IN_WNC @indembcairo @SpokespersonMoD pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…