Defence production soars to a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in Financial Year 2025-26
India’s annual defence production has surged to an all-time high of Rs 1.78 lakh crore in the Financial Year (FY) 2025-26. The milestone represents a 15.6% growth over the previous fiscal year’s output of Rs 1.54 lakh crore and a staggering 110% increase…
Raj Kumar Arora appointed as Controller General of Defence Accounts
Raj Kumar Arora, a seasoned officer from the 1990 batch of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), has officially assumed charge as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA). With over three decades of service, Arora brings extensive…
Mayank Sharma named financial advisor in Defence Ministry
Mayank Sharma, a senior officer from the 1989 batch of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), has been appointed as Financial Advisor (Defence Services) in the Ministry of Defence. With his vast experience in defence finance, Sharma will now play a…
Pavan Kumar Malapati appointed Deputy Secretary in Defence Ministry
Pavan Kumar Malapati, a 2012 batch IAS officer from the Karnataka cadre, has been posted as Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Defence. Known for his administrative capabilities, Malapati’s new role will involve handling key responsibilities related to…
BEL secures fresh orders worth Rs. 537 crore
Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has announced the acquisition of new contracts totaling Rs. 537 crore since its last update on May 16, 2025. These orders encompass a range of advanced systems including ship communication suites,…