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M S Chatterji · Monday at 11:01 AM

Destroyers, known for their speed, agility, and powerful armaments, are crucial warships for protecting naval fleets and projecting maritime power. However, a current assessment of global naval strengths reveals a significant challenge for India. As of late March 2025, India operates 13...

M S Chatterji · Monday at 12:20 AM

The history of Indian military aviation includes the significant chapter of the HF-24 Marut, the nation's first domestically designed and built jet fighter. However, its journey was cut short when the decision was made to acquire the British-French SEPECAT Jaguar strike aircraft instead of...

M S Chatterji · Mar 25, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is seeking to significantly modernize its fleet through the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender, a program aiming to procure 114 advanced fighter jets. Among the contenders, Boeing's F-15EX Eagle II is gaining attention, boosted by a recent endorsement from a...

M S Chatterji · Mar 24, 2025

Fifteen years after the initial concept was introduced, the Indian Army's Future Main Battle Tank (FMBT) program is stalled due to the absence of the General Staff Qualitative Requirements (GSQR). The GSQR is a crucial document that details the tank's required specifications. The FMBT was...

M S Chatterji · Mar 22, 2025

Recent shifts in the international defence market, spurred by US tariff policies and geopolitical realignments, could present India with a unique opportunity to rapidly acquire fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets. The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, a highly advanced multirole combat...

M S Chatterji · Mar 21, 2025

The Pentagon has formally refuted claims of a "kill switch" within the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, a rumor that suggested the United States could remotely disable the advanced fighter jet. While this clarification alleviates some international concerns, India should still exercise...

M S Chatterji · Mar 20, 2025

New projections from the United States indicate a rapid expansion of China's nuclear arsenal, potentially reaching 1,500 warheads by 2035. This substantial growth raises serious concerns about the balance of power in Asia, particularly for India's nuclear deterrent. Current U.S. estimates put...

M S Chatterji · Mar 20, 2025

India's military relies heavily on its fleet of transport aircraft for the swift movement of troops, equipment, and crucial aid across varied landscapes and during emergencies. The Indian Air Force (IAF) currently depends on aging Soviet-era aircraft, namely the Ilyushin Il-76 and Antonov...

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Opinion Despite Vast Coastline and IOR Duties, India's 13 Destroyers Critically Lag Behind China's 50 and Japan's 42, Urgent Call for Accelerated Project-18

Opinion Why India Sidelined HF-24 Marut Upgrade for Jaguar? A Pattern of Undervaluing Indigenous R&D over Quick Imports

Opinion How F-15EX Jet's Improved Stealth Features, Enhanced Payload and Superior Performance Makes It Viable Contender for India's MRFA Tender

Opinion 15 Years On, Crucial Specifications for Indigenous FMBT Tank Remain Undefined, Leaving Armored Forces Vulnerable Amidst Aging T-72s

Opinion Amid US Tariff Threats, How Potential Mass F35 Cancellations Present An Unique Opportunity for India to Quickly Acquire 5th-Gen Jets?

Opinion Despite 'Kill Switch' Debunking, Why India Should Remain Cautious About F-35 Acquisition Due to Strategic Autonomy, Cost, and Compatibility Concerns

Opinion India's Second-Strike Capability Under Threat as China's Nuclear Arsenal Projected to Reach 1,500 Warheads by 2035 with Hypersonic Missiles

Opinion How India Can Leverage Foreign MTA Design with AMCA Engine and Kaveri Engine to Fulfill Heavy and Medium-Lift Transport Needs

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