India, on Monday, conducted a flight test of its Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Agni-5 with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. This is India’s first test of any ballistic missile with MIRV capability.

INS Jatayu was commissioned at Minicoy island, Lakshadweep in presence of Adm R Hari Kumar, the Chief of Naval Staff, Hon'ble Administrator of Lakshadweep, Shri Praful K Patel, V Adm V Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command on 06 Mar 24. This milestone event strengthens Indian Navy's foothold in the Lakshdweep island while extending capacity building,operational reach and sustenance in the region. The establishment of Naval Base at Minicoy will augument connectivity with the main land focusing towards comprehensive development of the islands.

INAS 334 'Seahawks', the Indian Navy's first MH 60R Squadron was commissioned in the presence of Admiral R Hari Kumar, the Chief of Naval Staff at INS Garuda, Southern Naval Command, Kochi. This landmark event marked the formal induction of these versatile and capable helicopters in the first MH 60R Naval Air Squadron commanded by Captain M Abhisheik Ram.

Saab has today marked the start of the construction of its new Carl-Gustaf® manufacturing facility in India with a ground breaking ceremony. The factory will be located in the state of Haryana. After receiving approval of 100% foreign direct investment, Saab has established a new company, Saab FFVO India Pvt Ltd, which will fully own the new manufacturing facility and produce the Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon.