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Learning Lessons from Tapas: How India Can Leverage Private Sector to Develop Indigenous MALE UAVs
As unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) take center stage in modern warfare and surveillance, experts are calling for India to accelerate its domestic UAV manufacturing capabilities by actively...
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Taking Lessons from Past Experience, Why India Should Not Pursue New MMRCA Tender to Fill IAF's Dwindling Squadron
India's pursuit of 114 new foreign fighter jets has reignited the debate surrounding the Indian Air Force's (IAF) dwindling squadron strength. While the need for new aircraft is undeniable, the...
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HAL's Broken Promises and Govt's Aggressive Push for 'Self Reliance' Leave IAF at its Weakest Since 1965
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is grappling with its lowest squadron strength since the 1965 war with Pakistan, raising serious concerns about the nation's combat readiness against potential threats...
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Why India Needs An Independent Coast Guard from Navy Amidst Quad Coast Guard Initiative to Counter China
The recent Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, USA, has brought a new dimension to regional security in the Indo-Pacific. Aimed at countering China's growing assertiveness in the region, the Quad...
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Why India Should Consider Arms Sales to Russia in Retaliation for US and Canada's "Hypocrisy" on Khalistani Extremism
India's traditionally balanced foreign policy is facing a critical test as diplomatic tensions with the West escalate, particularly with the United States and Canada. Accusations that both nations...
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How UK's Handover of Chagos to Mauritius Could Help India Counter Chinese Influence in West Indian Ocean
The UK's decision to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius marks a significant turning point in international relations and has reshaped the geopolitical landscape of the Indian...
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How IAF Possesses Edge in Mountain Warfare Against China Despite Lagging Behind in Tech and Numbers
The skies above the Himalayas have become a critical arena in the strategic competition between India and China. While both the Indian Air Force (IAF) and China’s People’s Liberation Army Air...
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India's planned acquisition of 31 MQ-9 Reaper drones from the US, despite its ongoing development of the indigenous Tapas UAV, underscores the complex realities of India's defence modernization...
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How 'Maharatna Status' Will Boost HAL's R&D Programs, Particularly Manned-Unmanned Teaming Drone Development
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the cornerstone of India’s aerospace industry, is on the cusp of a major transformation. The Indian government is considering elevating HAL's status from...
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Why India Seeking Stryker, Javelin, & SIG716 From US Despite Having Better Domestic Alternatives
In a move that has raised eyebrows in India's defence community, the government is in talks to acquire the Stryker Armored Personnel Carrier, Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missiles, and SIG716 rifles...
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This weekend, President Joe Biden is hosting the three other national leaders of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or Quad, a loose grouping among India, Australia, Japan and the US formed in...
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India's ambitious Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) program stands at a critical juncture, aiming to replace its aging T-72 tanks with state-of-the-art armored vehicles. The program represents...
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How Pakistan's Tactical Nuclear Weapons and Vague "Red Lines" Cause Security Concerns in South Asia
The deployment of tactical nuclear weapons (TNWs) by Pakistan has added a new and dangerous element to the volatile India-Pakistan relationship. The combination of these battlefield nuclear...
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Radical Islamist Rule in Bangladesh Resurface Expansionist Ambitions, India's Border States at Risk of Demographic Threat
Recent political developments in Bangladesh, including the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the rise of radical Islamist groups, have raised alarms over the country's long-held...
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India's growing geopolitical ambitions necessitate a robust and versatile air transport capability for its Air Force. The aging Ilyushin IL-76 fleet, a cornerstone of India's strategic airlift...
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The US-India relationship, while strengthened by recent collaborations and shared democratic values, grapples with an underlying tension. The US is torn between applauding India's rise as a...
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How 3D Printing Can Accelerate India's Wartime Missile Production Capacity, Particularly VSHORADS and MPATGM
India's missile production capability is robust and expanding, yet a crucial concern persists: Are existing stockpiles sufficient for a large-scale conflict? While some missiles have a steady...
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Why India Should Not Prioritize 6th Gen Fighter Jet Development Before 2040, US NGAD Program is a Lesson
The allure of developing cutting-edge 6th generation fighter jets is undeniable. However, India should proceed with caution, considering the significant strategic and economic challenges such an...
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India's recent approval for the procurement of 240 AL-31FP aero-engines for its Su-30 MKI aircraft highlights a pressing need for Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to boost the indigenous...
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Mikoyan-Gurevich (MiG) series of fighter jets, particularly the MiG-21, share a storied history. The MiG-21, once the backbone of India’s air defence, has...
