India and Russia should come out with a creative and innovative approach to confront complex geopolitical challenges, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday amid increasing strains in New Delhi’s ties with Washington over its purchase of Russian crude oil.
Mr Jaishankar made...
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Analysis With Stealth Design, Astra Mk2 and AESA Radar, Tejas Mk1A Poised to Outshine Mirage-2000 and Su-30MKI in IAF's Combat Arsenal
India's domestically developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A is emerging as a highly advanced asset for the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Equipped with stealth characteristics, a state-of-the-art radar system, and long-range missiles, the aircraft is positioned to offer a significant...
The Indian Navy is actively evaluating advanced submarine-launched cruise missiles (SLCM) from European and Russian suppliers to equip its submarine fleet with a crucial long-range strike capability.
This move comes as the indigenous SLCM program, developed by the Defence Research and...
India on Wednesday successfully test-fired the ‘Agni 5’ intermediate range ballistic missile, in a demonstration of its strategic military capabilities. The defence ministry said the test-firing of the missile from the Integrated Test Range in Odisha’s Chandipur validated all operational and...
India on Wednesday rejected Nepal’s objections to the resumption of border trade with China through the Lipulekh Pass, calling Kathmandu’s territorial claims “untenable” and “not grounded in historical facts.” The statement came after Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs voiced concerns over the...
India and Saudi Arabia have agreed to deepen bilateral maritime relations, an official statement said on Wednesday. Both countries have formed a Joint Working Group (JWG) on maritime cooperation in the shipping and logistics sectors, marking a new chapter in the strategic partnership, the...
Anticipating future warfare scenarios through “predictive technologies” and creating precise, targeted systems for counter-action are among the three-fold goals when it comes to India’s futuristic defence programme, Sudarshan Chakra Mission, the government said on Wednesday. In a broad synopsis...
India on Wednesday said it was not aware of any anti-Bangladesh activities in the country by the Awami League party led by former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. New Delhi’s comments came after Bangladesh’s interim government said that the opening of its offices by the Awami League in Indian...
Analysis Why IAF Not Upgrading Its Mirage-2000 Fleet like Su-30MKI? Dassault’s Reluctance and Cost Constraints Main Factors
The Dassault Mirage-2000, a highly respected and proven combat aircraft in the Indian Air Force (IAF) since its induction in 1985, is facing an uncertain future.
Despite its celebrated service history, including pivotal roles in the 1999 Kargil War and the 2019 Balakot airstrike, the fleet of...
India is poised to significantly enhance its strategic defence capabilities with the upcoming induction of its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman.
The 7,000-tonne vessel is in the final phase of extensive sea trials and is anticipated to be formally...
In a major boost to India's military self-reliance, India and Russia have entered into a significant agreement to manufacture small aircraft piston engines on Indian soil.
The deal, which was reportedly finalised in July 2025, is set to directly support the nation's rapidly expanding fleet of...
Public sector defence major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd’s (HAL) shares gained 1.82 per cent to touch Rs 4,533 on Wednesday in the early trade, followed reports that the company is poised to secure one of its largest orders from the government.
Shortly after the market opened, the shares surged...
India has every reason to be angered by US President Donald Trump’s bullying via tariffs, but what matters is how New Delhi converts this crisis into momentum for further reforms, a report said on Wednesday.
According to the report published in India Narrative, the “path forward lies not in...
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