TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful live flight demonstration of its indigenous Advanced Loitering Munition System (ALS) in Europe, reported by a TASL social media handle.This VTOL-enabled platform underwent rigorous testing as part of international defence customer assessment programs, showcasing its mission-ready capabilities to global
Solar Group Develops 125kg Air bomb for NATO, Russian Fighter Jets
In a major technological leap for India’s defence manufacturing sector, Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited, based in Nagpur, has unveiled the world’s first universal 125-kg air bomb. This innovative weapon system represents a technological leap, designed to integrate seamlessly with both NATO-standard Western fighter aircraft and Russian-origin platforms.The development addresses a persistent
BEL Bolsters Defence Portfolio With ₹610 Crore Orders For Jammers, Imagers, And Comms Gear
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a flagship defence electronics company under the Ministry of Defence, has announced securing additional orders valued at ₹610 crore as of 23 January 2026.This development follows the firm’s recent disclosures and underscores its robust order inflow amid India’s push for indigenous defence manufacturing.The new contracts encompass a diverse range of key products,
India’s LR-AShM Mach 10 ‘Carrier Killer’ To Counter Chinese Naval Ambitions In IOR
India has recently showcased its Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LR-AShM), a hypersonic glide weapon designed specifically to neutralise threats from Chinese carrier groups operating in the Indian Ocean Region.Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), this missile represents a significant leap in India’s indigenous defence capabilities under the Make in India initiative
EU-India Defence Pact Nears Signing: Arms Trade And Strategic Alliance Set To Transform Ties
A major security and defence pact between India and the European Union has been finalised and stands ready for signing at the forthcoming India-EU Summit in New Delhi on 27 January 2026.This agreement, announced amid heightened global tensions, seeks to deepen military-industrial cooperation, enhance strategic partnerships, and unlock opportunities for arms trade alongside collaborative
Pakistan Escalates Drone Onslaught Post-Operation Sindoor: Hundreds of Intrusions Repelled By Indian Forces
India’s anti-drone defences face relentless pressure from Pakistan, which has launched more than 800 drones across the border since Operation Sindoor. Defence sources reveal this surge marks a shift to low-level drone warfare, a tactic designed to probe and challenge Indian air defences.These incursions are no mere isolated events but part of a calculated military strategy. Flying at low
Trump Axes Canada’s ‘Board of Peace’ Bid Amid Fiery Transatlantic Clash With Carney
Tensions between the United States and Canada have escalated dramatically this week, culminating in President Donald Trump’s abrupt withdrawal of an invitation for Canada to join his proposed "Board of Peace".This self-styled billion-dollar initiative aims to resolve global conflicts, but the move underscores a deepening rift between the two longstanding allies.The spat erupted following pointed
Israeli Embassy Confirms Invitation To Modi As February Visit Rumours Swirl
Israel has officially invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a state visit, according to confirmation from the Israeli Embassy in New Delhi.This development has sparked speculation about a possible trip in February 2026, amid intensifying diplomatic exchanges between the two nations. An embassy spokesperson told CNN-News18, “I can confirm Israel has invited him,” though specifics on dates or
Ashwini Vaishnaw Hails On-Time Launch of Commercial Chip Production Under India’s Semiconductor Drive
India’s Semiconductor Mission has achieved a significant milestone, with Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw announcing that commercial production of semiconductor chips will commence in 2026, precisely within the five-year timeline set at its launch.Speaking in Veldhoven, Netherlands, on 23 January 2026, Vaishnaw expressed delight at the progress during an
From Sanctions To Strategic Embrace: EU’s Pivot Towards India Amid Global Flux
Not long ago, the European Union appeared aligned with American President Donald Trump’s calls for sanctions against India over its purchases of discounted Russian oil.Leaked reports from mid-2025 revealed Trump pressuring European nations to impose U.S.-style tariffs and halt oil trade with New Delhi, accusing it of funding Russia’s war machine in Ukraine.Washington had already slapped 50 per