India is aggressively expanding its military manufacturing capabilities to build a robust "surge capacity" in light of the drawn-out Russia-Ukraine war.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has recently emphasised the necessity of preparing for unpredictable conflicts that could last anywhere from a...
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Recent media reports indicate that the Indian Navy might welcome its first Rafale aircraft by August or September of 2026, significantly ahead of the official 2028 timeline.
According to a report by Times Now, this accelerated handover is a distinct possibility under the India–France...
India is on the threshold of a major upgrade to its maritime combat strength. The highly anticipated New Generation Corvettes (NGC) programme, valued at nearly ₹40,000 crore, is currently awaiting the ultimate green light from the Prime Minister-led Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS).
This...
In a major leap for India's indigenous military technology, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has begun the preparatory phase to test the new "Bhaumi" (BHM) missile.
This advanced air-to-surface stand-off weapon is currently being tailored for the Indian Air Force's...
Emphasising that the United States views India with deep respect, the US Under Secretary of War for Policy, Elbridge Colby on Tuesday said the country has a proud strategic tradition and New Delhi's decisions will profoundly shape the future of the Indo-Pacific.
"The United States views India...
In a significant step towards promoting community development and sustainable tourism in remote border regions, the Indian Army has inaugurated the Border Brew Cafe under 'Operation Sadbhavna' in Arunachal Pradesh, officials said on Tuesday.
Defence spokesman Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said that the...
Security forces have delivered a crippling blow to the Naxalite movement in 2025, with official figures revealing massive gains in the fight against left-wing extremism across central and eastern India.
The data paints a picture of a rapidly weakening Maoist outfit, marked by heavy losses in...
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday took stock of the situation in West Asia and its impact on India’s defence preparedness, asking the military brass and policymakers to learn lessons from the ongoing conflict to improve the country’s forces, an official said.
The meeting was attended by...
Royal Australian Navy (RAN) chief Vice Admiral Mark Hammond was the chief guest at a reception held onboard INS Nilgiri during its deployment to Australia for Exercise Kakadu 2026, the High Commission of India, which hosted the event, stated on Tuesday.
Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Flag Officer...
Analysis How IAF S-400 Crew Patiently Hunted a Pakistani Saab 2000 AEW&C Over Several Days During Op Sindoor
During the initial stages of the May 2025 conflict with Pakistan, known as Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force (IAF) demonstrated the extraordinary reach of its Russian-origin S-400 Triumf air defence system.
Under the command of Group Captain Animesh Patni, an S-400 battery successfully...
To significantly enhance the operational readiness of the Indian Air Force (IAF), the Ministry of Defence has outlined a roadmap to finalise several major procurement deals during the 2026-27 financial year.
As disclosed to a parliamentary panel, these mega-contracts include the acquisition of...
In a major development for India's domestic aerospace manufacturing, the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) has instructed private industry partner Godrej & Boyce to supply future Kaveri Derivative Engines (KDE) as fully assembled units.
Starting with the D-3 production model, this...
Asserting that India is advocating dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the West Asia crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that attacks on commercial ships and the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz are unacceptable and the government is in touch with suppliers from different...
Director General of Assam Rifles, Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera, on Monday stressed the critical need to safeguard the security and sanctity of the India-Myanmar Border and the Kashmir Valley.
He urged the force to remain prepared for emerging security challenges and future contingencies...
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is actively laying the groundwork for the next major leap in military electronics.
While the successful domestic production of Gallium Nitride (GaN)—currently used in modern fighter jets and advanced radars—has been a recent...
In a massive boost to India's domestic defence manufacturing capabilities, Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL)—a state-owned enterprise formed after the corporatisation of the Ordnance Factory Board in 2021—has successfully achieved complete indigenisation of engines for the military's most...
Speaking at the National Defence Industries Conclave (NDIC) 2026, Jasbir Singh from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shared crucial updates on India’s leap into next-generation aerial warfare.
The focal point of the presentation was the Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) Warrior, an advanced...
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