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Why AD‑1 and AD‑2 Final Interceptor Tests Significant In India’s Ballistic Missile Defence Capability

Yesterday’s successful final flight tests of DRDO’s AD‑1 and AD‑2 interceptors are significant because they validated India’s ability to intercept ballistic missiles across both Endo‑atmospheric and Exo‑atmospheric domains, including threats in the intercontinental class.This achievement places India among a select group of nations with credible multi‑layered ballistic missile defence capability,

June 13, 2026
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India And France Forge Path To Sixth‑Generation Fighter Jet Collaboration

India and France are moving closer to a landmark collaboration on a sixth‑generation fighter jet, a project that could redefine India’s air combat capabilities.The collapse of the Franco‑German FCAS program has opened the door for New Delhi to partner Paris directly, with discussions already held at the defence minister level and advanced engine technology transfers in the pipeline.India and

June 13, 2026
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Air Marshal Dixit Reviews TEJAS MK-1A And Indigenous Aviation Projects At HAL Bangalore

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee, visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s Aircraft Division in Bangalore to review the progress of the Light Combat Aircraft TEJAS MK-1A program and other indigenous aviation projects.His visit underscored the importance of the TEJAS MK-1A as a central pillar of the Indian Air Force’s

June 13, 2026
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Defence Minister Inaugurates Advanced Weapon System Complex At DRDO Hyderabad, Reinforces Mission Sudarshan Chakra

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has inaugurated the Advanced Weapon System Complex at DRDO’s Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, marking a major milestone in India’s missile development and strategic defence capabilities.The event also reinforced the government’s commitment to Mission Sudarshan Chakra, India’s upcoming multi‑level missile defence system.The

June 13, 2026
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Lekha Wireless Secures Indian Navy Contract For Long-Range Helicopter Communication

Bengaluru-based Lekha Wireless has secured a significant contract from the Indian Navy to provide long-range communication systems designed for tracking and exchanging short messages between naval helicopters.This marks a major step in strengthening indigenous airborne communication capabilities for India’s maritime forces.Lekha Wireless, a homegrown technology company, has been steadily building

June 13, 2026
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Rajnath Singh Declares Project Kusha A Game-Changer For India’s Defence Preparedness

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has declared Project Kusha a “Game-Changer” for India’s security, emphasising its proven role during Operation Sindoor and likening its protective capability to the legendary Govardhan Hill.The system, slated for deployment between 2028 and 2030, is designed to rival Russia’s S-400 and provide a multi-layered shield against stealth aircraft, drones, cruise missiles,

June 13, 2026
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India Occupies Prominent And Impactful Place, India A Powerful Partner Shaping Ties Says Philippine Envoy

The Philippine Ambassador to India, Josel F Ignacio, underscored the growing depth of India-Philippines relations during a diplomatic reception in New Delhi marking the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.He stated that India occupies a “prominent and impactful place” in Manila’s foreign policy, a position reinforced by expanding trade, defence cooperation, and the elevation of bilateral

June 13, 2026
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IAF AN-32 Crashes At Jorhat Airbase, Five Personnel Killed, Co-Pilot Survives

An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam on Saturday morning, killing five personnel, while the co-pilot survived and is under treatment.The aircraft caught fire upon impact, prompting firefighting and rescue operations, and a court of inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause.The incident occurred at the Rowriah

June 13, 2026
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Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth Appointed As Next Chief of The Army Staff

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been named the next Chief of the Army Staff and will assume office on 30 June, coinciding with the retirement of General Upendra Dwivedi.His appointment marks the continuation of a distinguished military career that began when he was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986.An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, he has accumulated

June 13, 2026
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Tunga Aerospace Secures L1 Bid To Supply 78 High-Altitude Drones For ITBP

Chennai-based Tunga Aerospace, an IIT-Madras-incubated start-up, has emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) for supplying 78 high-altitude small drones to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), quoting ₹21.82 crore—less than half of rival bids.This procurement is aimed at strengthening ITBP’s surveillance capabilities along the India-China border, particularly in extreme high-altitude conditions.Tunga

June 13, 2026
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