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The European Union has announced a series of countermeasures in response to the United States’ imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminium imports. The U.S. tariffs, which took effect on March 12, 2025, include a 25% duty on all steel and aluminium imports, impacting approximately $28 billion worth of EU exports.In response, the EU will impose its own tariffs on a range of U.S. goods valued at
According to information published on the Facebook account of the IADN Centre on March 9, 2025, the DRDO is developing the 300 kW Directed-Energy Weapon (DEW) laser, named Surya, which boasts a remarkable range of 20 kilometres. India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has made significant advancements in the field of directed-energy weapons. This system boasts an
In February 2025, Rafael Advanced Defence Systems Ltd of Israel and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) of India announced a significant collaboration at Aero India 2025, aimed at integrating the TROPHY Active Protection System (APS) into Indian combat vehicles. The TROPHY system is the world’s only operational and combat-proven APS, designed to protect armoured vehicles against anti-tank threats while
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) has accelerated efforts to finalise the procurement of 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA), a deal estimated to be worth $20 billion.The initiative aligns with the "Buy Global Make in India" strategy, aiming to manufacture these jets domestically with global collaboration. Several international contenders, including Boeing, Dassault, Lockheed Martin, SAAB, and
India is making strides toward establishing itself as a hub for aircraft manufacturing, with plans to produce home-grown regional transport aircraft.Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu recently announced the creation of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to oversee this initiative, which aims to develop a domestic ecosystem for designing, manufacturing, and maintaining aircraft.This move
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has secured a significant contract worth ₹2,463 crore from the Ministry of Defence to supply Ashwini Radars to the Indian Air Force (IAF). These radars are fully indigenous and have been jointly developed by BEL and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Here are some key features and implications of this deal:Key Features of Ashwini
China is actively engaged in mapping the seabed across vast areas, particularly in the Indian Ocean, under the guise of civilian research. This effort is part of a broader strategy to enhance its military capabilities, especially in submarine warfare.The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has noted that while these surveys contribute to scientific and commercial endeavours,
Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Chandra Ramgoolam announced during a joint press briefing with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi that both leaders have agreed on a Joint Vision Document to elevate their bilateral relationship to an "Enhanced Strategic Partnership."This agreement underscores the deep cultural and historical ties between the two nations, as well as their shared commitment to
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Mauritius on March 11-12, 2025, marked a significant step in strengthening the special bond between India and Mauritius.As the chief guest at Mauritius’s 57th National Day celebrations, PM Modi emphasized the shared cultural and historical ties between the two nations, describing Mauritius as India’s "close maritime neighbour" and an "important partner" in