♦ The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed contracts worth Rs.858 crore for the procurement of advanced air defence systems and maintenance of maritime reconnaissance aircraft, in a move aimed at strengthening India’s military capabilities. The agreements were signed on 27 March 202 at Kartavya Bhawan in Delhi in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.

♦ A contract worth Rs.445 crore has been signed with Rosoboronexport for the procurement of Tunguska Air Defence Missile Systems for the Indian Army. The system is designed to bolster India’s multi-layered air defence network, providing protection against a range of aerial threats, including aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles. 

♦ In a separate agreement, the ministry signed a Rs.413 crore contract with Boeing India Defense Private Limited for the Depot-Level Inspection of P-8I Long-Range Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft operated by the Indian Navy.