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In a significant move towards greater indigenisation, the Indian Navy has initiated a major project to invite domestic companies to develop and manufacture critical subsystems for its fleet of Russian-built MiG-29K carrier-based fighters, reported to TOI.This strategic push is primarily designed to improve the operational availability of the aircraft while simultaneously reducing a long-standing
Artemis II’s history-making astronauts have successfully arrived back on Earth with a “perfect bullseye splashdown” off the coast of California.
The prospect of Pakistan acquiring the Chinese Shenyang J-35 stealth fighter has transitioned from mere speculation to a formalised strategic objective. In January 2024, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu publicly confirmed that the foundations for acquiring the J-35 had already been laid, marking it as a centrepiece of the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) modernisation drive.This announcement
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan announced on Thursday that the final proposal for India’s military Theaterisation is nearing completion. He confirmed that the plan will be submitted to the Ministry of Defence for official approval in approximately a week. This structural overhaul represents the most significant reform for the Indian Armed Forces since the country gained
The Indian defence sector has achieved a landmark milestone with the introduction of the Rajak ULR 50, a sophisticated long-range electro-optical surveillance platform.Developed and manufactured entirely within the country by TATA Advanced Systems Limited, a subsidiary of Tata Sons, this system highlights India’s growing expertise in the high-stakes aerospace and defence industry.This indigenous
The British government has placed a significant pause on the deal to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, following a sharp intervention from the United States.President Donald Trump has vocally condemned the agreement, describing the move as an act of ‘great stupidity’ and a ‘show of weakness’ that could embolden adversaries such as China and Russia.The White House has made
United States President Donald Trump has issued a firm declaration that Washington will not permit Iran to levy tolls on vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz.Speaking to members of the press at Joint Base Andrews on Saturday, the President categorised the passage as international waters and vowed to block any attempts to impose transit charges on global shipping.The President’s comments were
United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has recently underlined the robust strengthening of bilateral relations between India and the United States, placing a significant emphasis on the expansion of defence cooperation and the opening of new opportunities within the energy sector.This momentum follows a pivotal legislative milestone in India, namely the recent passage of the SHANTI Bill.In
The Indian nation mourns the loss of a true military icon, Colonel Sonam Wangchuk (Retd), a legendary veteran of the 1999 Kargil War and a recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra.His passing on Friday has drawn heartfelt tributes from the highest levels of the Indian government and the military establishment. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh led the nation in paying homage, describing the late
India is taking another decisive step in its human spaceflight ambitions by strengthening communication infrastructure for the Gaganyaan mission.The Indian Space Research Organisation is developing a secure, high‑speed fibre communication link with Europe to ensure real‑time data transfer and enhance astronaut safety during future missions.This initiative is part of India’s broader vision of