HAL Clears TEJAS Jets For Return To Active Service After Software Fix

The Indian Air Force’s TEJAS fleet, which has been grounded since the accident in February, is set to resume flying next week following a crucial software fix.Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Chairman and Managing Director DK Sunil confirmed that the local modification committee had approved corrections to the aircraft’s onboard systems, clearing the way for the jets to return to service.The

April 2, 2026
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Our Indian Friends In Safe Hands, No Worries: Tehran Offers Assurance To New Delhi Amid Hormuz Naval Blockade

The Iranian government has issued a direct assurance to India regarding the
safety and transit of its maritime assets through the Strait of Hormuz.
Following a period of significant regional volatility, the Embassy of Iran in
India took to social media to state that their "Indian friends" remain in safe
hands and need not harbour concerns over the ongoing naval restrictions.

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HAL Awaits Russian Investment Quotation On Su-57 Stealth Jet Partnership For Indian Air Force

India’s engagement with Russia over the Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter has reached a critical juncture, with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) awaiting a formal quotation from Moscow regarding investment requirements.HAL Chairman and Managing Director D K Sunil confirmed that Russian delegations have already assessed Indian facilities, noting that nearly half of HAL’s existing

April 2, 2026
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The Algorithmic Sentinel: India’s Push For Autonomous Weaponry And The Ghost of Human Oversight

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and various public sector undertakings have formally embarked on the development of lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS), according to a landmark report tabled in the Lok Sabha on 30 March 2026.This revelation signals a significant shift in India’s military strategy, integrating artificial intelligence across the full spectrum of

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IG Drones Working On Project KAL An Indigenous Long-Range Kamikaze Drone

Project KAL is an indigenous long-range Kamikaze drone developed by
Noida-based IG Defence, designed for deep-penetration one-way strike missions.
It draws inspiration from Iran’s Shahed-136, aiming to provide India with
affordable, swarm-capable unmanned strike capabilities.

Key specifications include a projected operational range of up to 1,000 km,
enabling strikes far beyond

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Global Trust In ‘Made In India’ Arms Drives Record 62% Surge In Defence Exports

The Indian defence sector has achieved an unprecedented landmark, with exports reaching a record ₹38,424 crore during the 2025-26 financial year. This performance represents a staggering 62.66% increase compared to the previous fiscal period, signalling a transformative shift in the nation’s industrial trajectory.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh confirmed these figures on Thursday, noting that the

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Sovereignty At Risk: Why India’s Floundering NavIC Constellation Leaves the Military Vulnerable To GPS Blackouts

The strategic autonomy of India’s military operations is currently tethered to a foreign utility that could, in a moment of geopolitical friction, be throttled or severed.While the Global Positioning System (GPS) serves as the invisible backbone of modern logistics and precision warfare, its ownership by the United States government remains a dormant vulnerability for New Delhi.History and recent

April 2, 2026
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Shadow of The Gulf: Sanctioned Iranian Tanker Tests Indian Waters Amid Global Energy Shift

In a significant pivot for global energy logistics, a US-sanctioned tanker laden with Iranian crude oil has set its sights on the Indian coastline. The vessel, known as the Ping Shun, represents a potential watershed moment for South Asian energy policy, signalling a destination at the port of Vadinar on India’s west coast, according to a report by NDTV.Should the tanker successfully offload its

April 2, 2026
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