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Raghav Patel · Tuesday at 10:46 PM

In a significant move, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed its Tejas Mk1 fighter jets to frontline airbases along the western border with Pakistan. This strategic deployment comes as the IAF begins phasing out its aging MiG-21 fleet, with a complete withdrawal expected by 2026. The Tejas...

Raghav Patel · Tuesday at 9:49 PM

India is strategically positioning itself to expand its defence export footprint by leveraging Morocco as a key gateway to both African and European markets. This ambition was highlighted during a recent defence industry seminar in Rabat, where Morocco's Minister Delegate to the Head of the...

Abid Khan · Tuesday at 8:46 PM

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is making significant strides in its pursuit of developing the PFX fighter program, which is now envisioned as a single-engine, 4.5-generation aircraft. The design appears to be derived from the existing JF-17 fighter, incorporating key upgrades such as reduced...

Raj Basu · Tuesday at 7:07 PM

Russia's fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Su-57, is undergoing a significant transformation with the integration of cutting-edge technologies. A recent documentary by Russian state media outlet, Russia 1, revealed advancements in propulsion, avionics, and manned-unmanned teaming (MUMT)...

Raghav Patel · Tuesday at 6:36 PM

The Technology Development Fund (TDF), an initiative of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is calling upon private industry partners to develop indigenously-made pressure gauges for fixed-wing aircraft. This initiative aligns with India's ongoing drive for self-reliance...

Reuters · Tuesday at 6:21 PM

China is ready to work with India to enhance mutual trust through dialogue and communication, and manage differences with sincerity and integrity, the foreign ministry said on Tuesday. Lin Jian, a ministry spokesperson, made the remarks when asked about the upcoming talks between Chinese...

Reuters · Tuesday at 6:18 PM

A top Russian general accused by Ukraine of being responsible for the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian troops was assassinated in Moscow by Ukraine’s SBU intelligence service on Tuesday morning in the most high-profile killing of its kind. Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, who was...

PTI · Tuesday at 6:14 PM

Eight cadres of the banned militant outfit Kangleipak Communist Party (People’s War Group) were arrested from Manipur’s Kakching district in connection with the recent killing of two migrant labourers from Bihar, police said on Tuesday. Search operations were launched across Manipur on December...

Raghav Patel · Tuesday at 1:20 PM

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is taking a significant step towards self-reliance in aircraft maintenance and upgrades. With the induction of the Tejas MkII fighter jets scheduled to commence from 2029-30, the IAF plans to form a dedicated in-house team to manage feedback, requested changes, and...

Manav Rastogi · Tuesday at 11:29 AM

The Indian Navy's next generation of warships has begun to take shape. A steel cutting ceremony for the first Next Generation Missile Vessel (NGMV) was held at Cochin Shipyard on Monday, marking the official start of construction for these advanced warships. Cochin Shipyard Limited secured the...

ANI · Tuesday at 11:24 AM

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will hold the 23rd meeting of the Special Representatives in Beijing on Wednesday with his Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Notably, NSA Doval is India's Special Representative on the India-China boundary question and Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau...

PTI · Tuesday at 11:22 AM

India and Sri Lanka on Monday, December 16, adopted a futuristic vision to expand their partnership, resolved to soon conclude a defence cooperation pact and decided to ramp up energy ties by establishing electricity grid connectivity and multi-product petroleum pipelines. The decisions were...

ANI · Tuesday at 11:19 AM

In a tribute to the shared history and sacrifice of soldiers, a special reunion between the Bangladesh delegation and Indian war veterans was held on Vijay Diwas 2024. The event, which marked India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, served as a reminder of the strong bond between India...

Raghav Patel · Tuesday at 12:47 AM

Embraer is shaking up India's Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) tender with a bold proposition: a weaponized C-390M Millennium. In its briefing to the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the 60-aircraft tender, Embraer showcased the C-390M equipped with hardpoints under its wings, capable of carrying...

Raghav Patel · Monday at 12:45 PM

India's Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme is embarking on a groundbreaking project to develop an indigenous Pulse Traveling Wave Tube (Pulse TWT) for the Active Self-Protection Jammer (ASPJ). This initiative aims to enhance India's defence capabilities by reducing reliance on imports and...

Raghav Patel · Monday at 12:28 PM

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is making significant strides in enhancing the capabilities of India's Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand by exploring the integration of a miniaturized Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar. This development aims to bolster the helicopter's...

PTI · Monday at 12:10 PM

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said it is in interest of both India and China to “reach an equilibrium”, but the problem is “we are still grappling with short-term” and right now, short-term will focus on de-escalation. An agreement was recently firmed up between India and...

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IAF Deploys Tejas Mk1 Fighters to Western Border for Frontline Role as MiG-21s Begin Phased Retirement

Morocco Emphasizes Its Strategic Location for Indian Defence Exports, Offers Access to New African and European Markets

Pakistan Pushes Forward with PFX Fighter Program Based on JF-17 Design, Aiming for 4.5-Generation Capabilities

Russia's Su-57 Undergoes Transformation with New Engine, Avionics, and Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT) Upgrades

DRDO's Technology Development Fund Invites Private Industry to Develop Indigenous Pressure Gauges for Aircraft

China Expresses Willingness to Enhance Trust and Manage Differences on Border Talks with India

Ukraine's SBU Assassinates Top Russian General Igor Kirillov Accused of Chemical Weapons Use

Eight Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) Militants Arrested in Manipur for Killing Migrant Workers

Indian Air Force to Establish In-House Team for Tejas MkII Upgrades and Modifications, Reducing Reliance on HAL

Steel Cutting Ceremony Marks Start of Construction for Indian Navy's NGMV Warships, Induction Expected from 2027

NSA Doval, China's Wang Yi to explore "mutually acceptable solution" to boundary question in tomorrow's meeting

India and Sri Lanka to Conclude Defense Pact, Boost Energy Ties, and Enhance Connectivity

India and Bangladesh Commemorate 1971 War Vijay Diwas with Reunion of War Veterans

Embraer Pitches Weaponized C-390M with Anti-Ship and Land-Attack Capabilities for India's MTA Tender

TDF Scheme Developing Indigenous Pulse TWT for Active Self-Protection Jammer to Counter Radar Threats on India's Fighter Jets

HAL Developing Mini-AESA Radar for LCH Prachand to Counter Drones and Loitering Munitions

In interest of both countries to reach an equilibrium: Jaishankar on India-China ties

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