President Trump Endorses Enhanced US-India Defence Ties, Boosting Quad Collaboration

The US President, Donald Trump, has signed into law the National Defence Authorisation Act for Fiscal Year 2026, marking a significant step in enhancing America’s strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.This annual defence policy bill underscores a deepened engagement with India, particularly through the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, commonly known as the Quad. The initiative aims to

December 19, 2025
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Indian Army Backs Made-In-India Drones With New MoU

The Indian Army has taken a significant step towards enhancing its self-reliance in unmanned aerial systems by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at fast-tracking indigenous drone capabilities for land-based operations.This agreement underscores the military’s commitment to reducing dependence on imported technologies amid evolving battlefield demands.The MoU specifically targets

December 19, 2025
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Army Shields Chicken’s Neck, Eyes Fourth Base Near Bangladesh In Mizoram

Indian defence authorities are contemplating the establishment of a fourth Army base near the India-Bangladesh border in Mizoram, following the creation of three new bases in West Bengal, Bihar, and Assam.These existing installations form a protective arc around the vulnerable Siliguri Corridor, commonly known as the ‘Chicken’s Neck’. This strategic chokepoint connects India’s north-eastern

December 19, 2025
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Indian Army’s Western Command Validates Indigenous 100 km Kharga Chakra EW-Resilient UAV At Mahajan Range

The Indian Army’s Western Command validated the indigenous 100 km-range Kharga Chakra EW-resilient fixed-wing UAV at Mahajan Field Firing Range, highlighting advancements in contested electromagnetic operations.Developed by Chennai start-ups and Deep Strikers Eagle, this platform supports self-reliance under Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar witnessed the trial, aligning with the

December 19, 2025
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Army’s Sarvada Agrani Brigade Validates Rapid Engineer Support in High-Tempo Combat Drill

The Indian Army’s Sarvada Agrani Brigade has successfully executed an operational preparedness and combat engineering validation drill in a highly realistic operational environment.This rigorous exercise meticulously validated the brigade’s capacity to deliver rapid, high-tempo engineer support to manoeuvre forces, ensuring seamless integration during dynamic combat operations.Conducted under

December 19, 2025
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Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’ Commissioned Into Indian Coast Guard

The Indian Coast Guard has commissioned the fast patrol vessel (FPV) Amulya, the third in the advanced Adamya-class series, at Goa Shipyard Limited. This event, held on 19 December 2025, underscores the service’s commitment to bolstering maritime security along India’s eastern seaboard. Joint Secretary of the Department of Defence, Amitabh Prasad, joined Indian Coast Guard (ICG) personnel

December 19, 2025
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India’s Space Sector Triumphs: A Comprehensive 2025 Year-End Review

India’s space sector marked 2025 as a transformative year, with the Department
of Space highlighting significant strides towards "Space Vision 2047". This
period featured groundbreaking technology demonstrations, strengthened
international partnerships, and innovative youth outreach initiatives. The
Centre’s year-end review underscores how these achievements propelled India’s

December 19, 2025
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China Begins Construction of Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier

China has initiated construction on its fourth aircraft carrier, designated as the Type-004, at the Dalian Shipyard in Liaoning Province. Satellite imagery from Vantor, analysed by Janes, reveals distinctive features indicative of nuclear propulsion, including two probable reactor containment vessels visible within the dry dock.​​Prefabricated hull modules first appeared in early 2025, with

December 19, 2025
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