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Jaydeep Gupta · 2026-05-04T10:37:22+0530

India's defence planners are currently standing at a critical juncture regarding the future of the nation's aerial combat capabilities. They must decide whether to merge the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and the Indian Navy's Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter...

M S Chatterji · 2026-05-04T10:18:56+0530

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently navigating a critical juncture, balancing a persistent shortage in combat squadrons with an increasingly outdated fleet. A central dilemma revolves around the future of its deep-penetration strike force: is it feasible to retire the remaining 115-strong...

IANS · 2026-05-04T10:06:30+0530

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate a North Tech Symposium in Prayagraj on Monday and kick off discussions among military brass and technology companies for the identification of technologies suited for field deployment. Themed ‘Raksha Triveni Sangam - Where Technology, Industry...

Raghav Patel · 2026-05-03T23:17:17+0530

India's ambitious next-generation nuclear submarine initiative, focusing on the advanced S5-class SSBN (Ship Submersible Ballistic Nuclear), is rapidly advancing. Recent reports indicate that the government may soon approve the simultaneous construction of a second vessel to accompany the lead...

Raj Basu · 2026-05-03T22:58:22+0530

New Delhi’s prospect of stepping into the European Future Combat Air System (FCAS) is gathering significant momentum, even as the colossal sixth-generation fighter project grapples with severe internal friction. Recent signals from German government and political circles indicate that Berlin is...

Raghav Patel · 2026-05-03T22:45:17+0530

India's monumental Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) initiative is swiftly approaching a major procurement milestone. According to Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, a Request for Proposal (RFP) will soon be issued to a select group of private manufacturing firms. This move highlights...

IANS · 2026-05-03T19:49:44+0530

Indian Navy chief, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, met Myanmar Navy's Central Naval Command chief Rear Admiral Aung Aung Naing and Training Command chief, Rear Admiral Khun Aung Kyaw, Commander on Sunday, and discussed issues related to strengthening navy-to-navy cooperation, bolstering the existing...

IANS · 2026-05-03T19:46:08+0530

India’s ambitious Great Nicobar Project, a mega infrastructure initiative aimed at transforming the country’s southernmost island into a strategic commercial and military hub, is being seen as a potential game-changer in the Indo-Pacific region, with far-reaching geopolitical implications...

IANS · 2026-05-03T14:23:25+0530

As part of India's military diplomacy and international cooperation, an Indian Army contingent left for Cambodia on Sunday for the joint military exercise 'CINBAX-II'. The second edition of India - Cambodia Bilateral Military Exercise will have troops of the two countries jointly holding...

IANS · 2026-05-03T14:16:43+0530

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday paid tributes to the Defence Forces, whose unmatched valour and indomitable spirit made Operation Sindoor a golden chapter in India’s military history. Addressing an event ‘Shaurya’ organised here in the run-up to the first anniversary of Operation...

Raj Basu · Saturday at 11:50 PM

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv assembly lines are gearing up for at least another eight to ten years of continuous operation, projecting active manufacturing well into the mid-2030s. Driven by a steady stream of new orders, progressive technological...

Raghav Patel · Saturday at 7:59 PM

On March 17, 2026, during the National Defence Industries Conclave in New Delhi, the Indian Navy took a massive step into future warfare by announcing the "Sovereign Quantum Radar" project. Launched under the ADITI 4.0 (Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) scheme by Defence...

Raghav Patel · Saturday at 7:38 PM

According to Russian journalist and political commentator Vasily Golovnin, the global arms trade is undergoing a major transformation. India, historically recognised as one of the world's largest buyers of Soviet and Russian military hardware, is swiftly emerging as a formidable arms supplier...

M S Chatterji · Saturday at 7:33 PM

Recent developments indicate that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is securing the Russian-made R-37M long-range air-to-air missile, a move that promises to significantly alter the balance of air power in South Asia. Defence analysts point out that this acquisition serves as a robust response to the...

IANS · Saturday at 7:31 PM

China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA), long projected as the backbone of the country’s rise, stands exposed as a hollow force, with soldiers enduring hardship while officers enjoy privileges, a report detailed this week. According to Uganda-based media outlet 'PML Daily', behind the “polished...

IANS · Saturday at 7:21 PM

Chief of the Naval Staff, Dinesh K Tripathi, is on a four-day official visit to Myanmar from May 2 (Saturday) to May 5, aimed at strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation and defence ties. During the visit, the Navy Chief will hold bilateral discussions with senior Myanmar leadership...

RonitBisht · Saturday at 5:02 PM

As temporary pauses in fighting hold across the Middle East, India has a unique window to expand its defence diplomacy in the Gulf region. By stepping forward and offering the indigenous Akash air defence system to key partners like the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for field testing and...

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Opinion How Merging AMCA and TEDBF Can Slash Development Costs by 30-40% and Halve Timelines, Potentially Avoiding Tejas-Like Delays

Analysis As IAF Retires Legacy Jaguars, Can Upgraded Super Sukhoi Fill the Gap for Low-Level Strikes and Multrole Dominance?

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Inaugurate a Three-Day Military Technology Symposium in Prayagraj Later Today

India to Expedite S5 SSBN Project with Parallel Sub Construction, 190 MW Reactors, and K-6 ICBM Integration

Germany Expresses Openness to India Joining the FCAS Program Amidst Ongoing Internal Trilateral Disputes

HAL Still Has Chance to Join AMCA During Serial Production, but Prototype Development to Be Private Sector Led: Defence Secretary

Indian and Myanmar Navies Discuss Bolstering Operational Engagements and Advancing Their Longstanding Maritime Defence Partnership

How Great Nicobar project will transform Indian maritime defence and challenge Chinese dominance: Report

Indian Army Contingent Departs For Cambodia To Participate In The Second Edition Of Bilateral Exercise CINBAX-II

Operation Sindoor Marks A Golden Chapter Of Valour And Resolve To Eliminate Terrorism, Says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Dhruv ALH Production Hits 440 Units Milestone, HAL Prepares For Another Decade Of Manufacturing NG Variant

Indian Navy Invites Indian Industry to Develop Unjammable Quantum Radar for Detecting Stealth Aircraft, Offers Rs 25 Cr Funding under ADITI Challenge

India’s 56-Fold Defence Export Surge Challenging Russia’s Traditional Dominance in Key Global Arms Markets: Russian Analyst

Analysis Russian R-37M Missile to Provide IAF With a Massive Tactical Advantage Against China-Pak Growing Long Range A2A Threats

Rampant Corruption and Systemic Exploitation Expose China's People's Liberation Army as a Hollow Military Force: Report

Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi Embarks On Four-Day Myanmar Visit To Enhance Bilateral Maritime Defence Ties

Opinion Why India Should Offer Akash Air Defence Systems to GCC Nations Like UAE for Real-World Field Evaluation Amid Middle East Tensions

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