In a move that significantly bolsters India's naval capabilities, Navy Chief Admiral D.K. Tripathi has confirmed the planned induction of a 1,500-km Long-Range Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile (LRAShM). This advanced weapon system is set to enhance the Indian Navy's offensive and defensive...
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Opinion What Strategic Factors Should Guide India's Possible Choice of Su-57 or F-35 for 5th-Gen Stealth Fighter Jet Needs?
India faces a critical decision regarding its fifth-generation fighter jet program, with the Russian Su-57 and the American F-35 emerging as the primary contenders.
This choice carries significant strategic implications, impacting India's defence capabilities, international relationships, and...
The Indian Navy is set to acquire 10 units of the indigenously developed Tapas Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) for maritime surveillance operations, a significant step towards bolstering India's defence capabilities.
This procurement, confirmed by a...
In a landmark event for the Indian Air Force (IAF), the first batch of officers for the newly created Weapon Systems Branch was commissioned at the Air Force Academy (AFA) in Dundigal near Hyderabad.
This historic occasion took place during the Combined Graduation Parade on Saturday, where 204...
Bangladesh's renewed pursuit of F-16 fighter jets from the United States appears to be facing headwinds, with indications that the US is unlikely to approve the request. This mirrors a similar situation in 1999 when Bangladesh's initial bid for the American aircraft was declined.
According to a...
The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi is set to embark on a four-day official visit to Indonesia from December 15 to 18. This visit is part of ongoing efforts to further consolidate bilateral defence relations between India and Indonesia, in line with the deepening...
S. Somanath, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has highlighted a critical gap in India's aerospace industry: the lack of adequate aerodynamic testing facilities.
Speaking at the SAROD 2024 event organized by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Somanath emphasized...
The Indian Ministry of Defence has awarded a ₹13,500 crore contract to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the production of 12 new Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. These aircraft will replenish the Indian Air Force's (IAF) fleet, replacing those lost in accidents over the years and ensuring...
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Nibe Ordnance and Maritime Limited has announced signing an MoU with Premier Explosives Limited to form a Joint Venture to develop, manufacture and supply ammunition, explosive, aerospace and other defence products.
In a communication to the Bombay Stock Exchange, the firm Nibe Ordnance and...
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Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on Saturday urged the graduating cadets from the Air Force Academy near here to uphold the ethos, traditions and honour of the Indian Air Force (IAF). He served as the reviewing officer of the Combined Passing Out Parade of the IAF at the...
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Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday reaffirmed India’s commitment to regional stability and its pursuit for a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. The Army Chief made the remarks while speaking virtually at a land forces summit that was held in Japan.
The summit brought together army...
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India and Israel share similarities in challenges related to security and extremism, an Israeli envoy said on Saturday while underscoring the need for continued collaboration between the two nations.
Speaking at the plenary session at the World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF) 2024, Kobbi Shoshani...
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Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has stepped up India-Myanmar border fencing work near Moreh town in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district, an official said on Saturday. India shares a 1,643 km border with Myanmar of which 398 km is in Manipur. “BRO has commenced work of erecting the border fencing along...
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday filed a charge sheet against an accused in the case related to the terrorist attack on a bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori, Ransoo to Katra in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
In its charge sheet presented before the NIA Special Court in...
India's ambitious Project-76, focused on developing a new class of diesel-electric attack submarines, is gaining momentum with a strong emphasis on indigenous components.
The Indian Navy is actively seeking locally developed diesel engines to power these submarines, marking a significant step...
Recent tensions in India-Bangladesh relations following the overthrow of the Sheikh Hasina government have raised concerns about regional security.
Bangladesh's acquisition of Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drones, and their reported deployment along the India-Bangladesh border for intelligence...
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI), a leading Indian materials research and development organization, has achieved a significant breakthrough with the development of SN-41, a nickel-based precipitation hardening superalloy.
This new material exhibits exceptional properties that promise to...
