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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 · Dec 16, 2024

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 · Dec 16, 2024

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 · Dec 16, 2024

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...

PTI · Dec 16, 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said there must be “a foreign policy for Viksit Bharat” as he underlined that changes in foreign policy are needed amid a changing landscape. In his address at the launch of ‘India’s World’ magazine here, he also said “when we speak about changing...

PTI · Dec 16, 2024

India’s import of Russian crude oil dropped in November to its lowest level since June 2022 but the Kremlin continues to be the biggest source of oil for India, according to a monthly tracker report of a European think tank. India became the second biggest buyer of Russian crude oil since...

PTI · Dec 16, 2024

Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday mounted another blistering attack on the country’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of leading an “undemocratic group” that has no responsibility towards the people. In a statement on the eve of the ‘Bijoy Dibosh’, Hasina...

PTI · Dec 16, 2024

The Centre has approved a new subsidised helicopter route connecting Jammu-Poonch-Mendhar with an additional option of Jammu-Mendhar-Jammu route, an official said. The decision follows a proposal submitted by Jammu and Kashmir Civil Aviation Department secretary Mohammad Aijaz Asad for...

Raghav Patel · Dec 16, 2024

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...

M S Chatterji · Dec 15, 2024

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...

Raghav Patel · Dec 15, 2024

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...

Raghav Patel · Dec 15, 2024

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...

Raj Basu · Dec 15, 2024

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...

ANI · Dec 15, 2024

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...

RonitBisht · Dec 15, 2024

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...

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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

Changes in foreign policy needed amid changing landscape: Jaishankar

India's Imports of Russian Crude Oil Fall Sharply in November, CREA Reports

Bangladesh: Former PM Sheikh Hasina mounts fresh attacks on Yunus

Centre Approves Subsidized Helicopter Service for Jammu-Poonch-Mendhar Route

Indian Navy Plans to Deploy 1,500-km Range Hypersonic Missiles, Initially on Surface Warships, Later on Nuclear Attack Subs

Opinion What Strategic Factors Should Guide India's Possible Choice of Su-57 or F-35 for 5th-Gen Stealth Fighter Jet Needs?

Indian Navy Plans to Procure 10 Tapas MALE UAVs for Maritime Surveillance in Andaman-Nicobar, Drishti-10 Serves as Interim Solution

IAF Commissions First Batch of Officers for Newly Established Weapon Systems Branch to Manage UAVs, Intelligence, and Advanced Weaponry

US Unlikely to Approve Bangladesh's Renewed Request for F-16 Fighter Jets, Mirroring India's Regional Stability Concerns

Navy Chief to visit Indonesia to strengthen maritime ties

India Needs True Domestic Aerodynamic Testing Facilities to Fast-Track Tejas, AMCA, and TEDBF Development, Says ISRO Chief

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