India's Defence Dominance: Agni 5, BrahMos, 'Desi' Iron Dome & Op Sindoor Shape 2025

• Operation Sindoor: India launched precision missile strikes on terror sites in Pakistan/PoK using indigenous systems after a terror attack in Kashmir.
• Sudarshan Chakra: PM Modi unveiled India's 'Iron Dome' – an AI-enabled multi-layer defence shield for strategic sites, with groundwork beginning.
• Major Procurements & Inductions: DAC approved procurements worth over Rs 2.5 lakh crore; Navy inducted 9-10 warships; Army received final Apache choppers.
• Missile Prowess & Exports: India tested Agni-5, Prithvi-II, Agni-I, Akash Prime missiles; advanced BrahMos export deals with Vietnam and Indonesia.
• Border Infrastructure: Defence Minister inaugurated 125 border projects worth Rs 5,000 crore, including roads and bridges, enhancing connectivity and security.

Why It Matters: India's 2025 defence year was defined by assertive military action, indigenous tech, and strategic upgrades.