TEJAS Dubai Crash—A Strategic Setback Masking Deeper Institutional Frailties

by G H KumarThe catastrophic crash of IAF’s TEJAS MK-1 during its aerobatic demonstration at the Dubai Air Show on 21 November 2025 has inflicted immediate and potentially enduring damage to the aircraft’s export prospects, yet the true significance of this mishap extends far beyond the visible wreckage and global optics.This marks only the second catastrophic loss in the aircraft’s 23-year

November 24, 2025
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PM Modi And Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi Forge Stronger Ties At G20 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on the sidelines of the 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg.This marked their first in-person meeting since Takaichi assumed office in October, following a congratulatory call earlier in late October where both leaders discussed their shared vision to deepen the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global

November 24, 2025
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Japan Aims To Foster Innovation, Growth In Areas of Semiconductors, AI With India

Japan and India have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation in critical and emerging technologies, particularly semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI), during a bilateral meeting between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in South Africa. In this face-to-face meeting,Takaichi expressed her determination to

November 24, 2025
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Emerge of China’s New PL-15 ‘Miracle Missile’ Into Pakistan Arsenal Poses Grave Danger To IAF’s AWACS And Refuelers Assets: Report

India faces a significant strategic challenge with the introduction of the Chinese PL-17 long-range air-to-air missile into Pakistan’s arsenal, potentially mounted on Pakistan Air Force (PAF) J-10C fighters. This missile, with a reported range of up to 400 kilometres, dramatically threatens the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) critical high-value airborne assets such as AWACS (Airborne Warning and

November 24, 2025
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Pak Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Offers Solemn Condolences Over IAF Pilot Namansh Syal’s Death In TEJAS Crash At Dubai Air Show

India and the Indian Air Force (IAF) was plunged into mourning after Wing Commander Namansh Syal tragically lost his life during an aerial demonstration at the Dubai Air Show on Friday.He was piloting a HAL-developed TEJAS Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) MK-1, which crashed in a ball of fire during a low-level aerobatic display, and unfortunately, the pilot was unable to eject.The IAF confirmed the

November 24, 2025
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American Pilot Cancels Display In Tribute To Fallen TEJAS Pilot, Slams Dubai Show Organisers

Tragedy descended upon the Dubai Air Show when an Indian Air Force TEJAS fighter jet crashed during a negative-G manoeuvre, killing Wing Commander Namansh Syal. The incident, which unfolded before a stunned audience, cast a deep shadow over what was meant to be the region’s premier aviation spectacle, reported Chidanand Rajghatta of TOI.The aftermath saw an extraordinary act of solidarity from

November 24, 2025
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India’s Nuclear Might: Top 6 Most Deadly And Powerful Missiles That Define Its Deterrence

India’s nuclear firepower is backed by a structured and credible nuclear triad that includes land-based ballistic missiles, sea-based submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs), and cruise missiles capable of delivering nuclear warheads.As of 2025, India has an estimated nuclear warhead stockpile of around 180, forming a credible minimum deterrent posture against regional and global

November 24, 2025
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AI Takes Flight: India’s Next-Gen UAVs Redefine Warfare From Eyes In The Sky To Precision Strikes

India’s AI-powered UAVs are revolutionising warfare by integrating advanced surveillance, reconnaissance, and Kamikaze strike capabilities, marking a significant shift toward technological self-reliance in military operations.Surveillance And Reconnaissance FoundationIndia’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and private firms have developed long-endurance UAVs equipped with

November 24, 2025
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