India Pitches ‘Made-In-Philippines’ Defence Lines With Tech From Its Own Arsenal Amid Manila’s Anti-China Build-Up

BrahMos technicians working on NG variant of the cruise missile at the new Lucknow plantIndia’s defence sector is extending a significant olive branch to the Philippines, proposing the establishment of local production facilities as Manila accelerates its military modernisation program. This initiative aims to align with the Philippines’ ambition to build self-reliant defence capabilities

March 2, 2026
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India Advances Indigenous Defence With AHSP Transfer For Carrier Command Post Tracked Vehicle

In a significant milestone for India’s self-reliant defence manufacturing, the Authority of Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) for the Carrier Command Post Tracked (CCPT) vehicle was officially transferred on Friday at Ordnance Factory Medak (OFMK). This event marks a crucial step in bolstering the Indian Army’s artillery capabilities through home-grown technology.The CCPT vehicle has been

March 2, 2026
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PM Modi And PM Mark Carney Launch Defence Dialogue

India and Canada have taken a significant step forward in their bilateral relations with the announcement of a new Defence Dialogue during a high-level meeting in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the declaration on Monday, 2 March 2026, in the presence of visiting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. This development underscores a maturing partnership amid shared strategic

March 2, 2026
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Iran Claims Fresh US-Israel Strikes On Key Natanz Nuclear Site; Tehran Vows To Rebuild Facility

Iran has accused the United States and Israel of launching airstrikes on its Natanz nuclear enrichment facility, a cornerstone of Tehran’s atomic program. The claim emerged on Monday, 2 March 2026, amid heightened tensions in the region.Iran’s Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Reza Najafi, levelled the allegations during a press briefing, describing the purported

March 2, 2026
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Aule Space Unveil Jetpack Satellites To Breathe New Life Into Ageing Orbiters

In the bustling aerospace hub of Bangalore, a young start-up named Aule Space is pushing the boundaries of satellite technology with its ambitious "Jetpack Satellites".These compact, propulsion-enabled spacecraft are designed to rendezvous with ageing satellites in low Earth orbit, docking seamlessly to extend their operational lifespan by years.Founded in 2023 by a team of IIT alumni and former

March 2, 2026
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PM Modi And PM Carney Target USD 50 Billion Trade Milestone By 2030 Amid CEPA Push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced ambitious plans for India and Canada to achieve USD 50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Speaking alongside Canadian Prime Minister Mark J Carney in New Delhi on 2 March 2026, Modi described this target as a key step in elevating their partnership to the next level.The leaders committed to finalising a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA

March 2, 2026
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Indian Mariner Killed In Drone Boat Strike On Oil Tanker Amid Iran Retaliation Escalation

A bomb-laden drone boat struck the Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker MKD VYOM in the Gulf of Oman on Monday, resulting in the death of an Indian crew member.Omani authorities confirmed the attack occurred off the coast of Muscat, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The vessel, laden with crude, sustained significant structural damage from the explosion, though it remained afloat.The

March 2, 2026
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Israel To Target Hezbollah’s Naim Kassem In Lebanon Amid Escalating Multi-Front War

Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has designated Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Kassem as the next target for elimination, intensifying the ongoing conflict in Lebanon. This declaration follows the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a joint US-Israeli operation.Hezbollah, Iran’s militant proxy, retaliated by firing missiles from Lebanon into Israel on Sunday, marking

March 2, 2026
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