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INSV Kaundinya to Begin Maiden Overseas Voyage, Reviving India’s Ancient Maritime Legacy

December 25, 2025

INSV Kaundinya and India’s Maritime Revival

INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy’s distinctive stitched sailing vessel inspired by ancient Indian shipbuilding traditions, is set to undertake its maiden overseas voyage on December 29, 2025. The historic expedition marks a symbolic reaffirmation of India’s long-standing maritime heritage and its civilisational connections across the Indian Ocean region.

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‘Sanatan Sanskriti Ki Atal Drishti’ Launched in Vajpayee Centenary Year

December 25, 2025

Book Release Honouring Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s Legacy

The Vice-President of India released the book “Sanatan Sanskriti Ki Atal Drishti” at the Vice-President’s Enclave in New Delhi, marking a significant literary tribute during the centenary birth anniversary year of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The book has been authored by Vasudev Devnani, Speaker of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, and explores the civilisational, cultural and ideological vision associated with Vajpayee’s life and leadership.

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India to Locally Produce SIGMA 30N and CM3-MR Defence Systems with French Technology

December 25, 2025

India Optel and Safran Deepen Defence Manufacturing Cooperation

India Optel Limited has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Safran Electronics & Defense of France to enable indigenous production of two advanced, combat-proven defence systems. The partnership aligns with India’s broader push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative and strengthens the domestic defence electronics ecosystem.

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MP Budget Reform: Three-Year Rolling Estimates to Boost Transparency and Growth

December 25, 2025

Madhya Pradesh to Pioneer Rolling Budget Framework

Madhya Pradesh is poised to become the first Indian state to adopt a rolling budget system, marking a significant shift in public finance management. Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Jagdish Devda announced that the 2026-27 state budget will be prepared alongside indicative estimates for the next two financial years—2027-28 and 2028-29. The initiative reflects a move toward long-term fiscal planning, flexibility and accountability.

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Indian Navy Retires INS Sindhughosh, Lead Submarine of Sindhughosh Class

December 25, 2025

INS Sindhughosh decommissioned, ending a four-decade naval legacy

The Indian Navy formally decommissioned INS Sindhughosh, the lead submarine of the Sindhughosh class, after more than 40 years of distinguished operational service. The ceremony, held at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai, marked the sunset of one of the Navy’s most experienced conventional submarines and a significant moment in India’s underwater warfare history.

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