India Accelerates Orbital Outpost With BAS-01 Launch Targeted For 2028

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is forging ahead with ambitious plans to establish the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) as a cornerstone of India’s Space Vision 2047. This orbital outpost will serve as a vital platform for microgravity research and scientific endeavours across disciplines such as life sciences and medicine, announced India’s Press Information Bureau.ISRO has

February 11, 2026
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‘Rafale Emerged As Hero of Operation Sindoor’ Says Vice Air Chief Marshal Nagesh Kapoor As IAF Signals Push For More MRFA Capability

Air Chief statements have underscored the pivotal role played by Rafale fighter jets during Operation Sindoor, with Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor emphasising that Rafale was “the hero” of the operation.He noted that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is seeking to induct more Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) to bolster its capabilities in future operations.While acknowledging

February 11, 2026
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IAF Vice Chief Flags Urgent Need For New Fighter Jets Fleet As Rafale Shines Post-Operation Sindoor

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is poised for a significant enhancement of its combat capabilities, with Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, emphasising the urgent requirement to induct more newer-generation fighter jets.Speaking at a press conference ahead of Exercise Vayu Shakti, Air Marshal Kapoor stated that the sooner these aircraft join the inventory, the better.His comments

February 11, 2026
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Navy Issues RfI For Acquisition of Long-Range Submarine-Launched Land-Attack Missiles With 500+ Km Reach And Sub-1.5-Ton Weight Ceiling

The Indian Navy has initiated a critical procurement exercise centred on Land Attack Cruise Missiles (LACM) intended for its conventional submarine fleet. The move reflects a broader strategic aim to enhance coastal and inland target engagement capabilities from underwater platforms, extending the reach and depth of operational options available to submarine command teams.While submarines are

February 11, 2026
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PM Modi Voices India’s Support For Canada Amid Tumbler Ridge School Massacre Incident

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended India’s heartfelt condolences to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney following a devastating mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a remote community in British Columbia.The incident, which unfolded on Tuesday afternoon, claimed the lives of nine victims and the suspect, marking one of Canada’s most harrowing tragedies in recent memory.In a poignant post on X,

February 11, 2026
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Doval’s Ottawa Outreach Heralds Cautious Thaw in India-Canada Security Ties, And Message To Khalistanis

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval’s recent visit to Ottawa represents a pivotal moment in the evolving relationship between India and Canada. Arriving on 6 February and departing the following day, Doval engaged in high-level discussions that signal a deliberate reset in bilateral ties.This comes after years of tension, particularly following the 2023 diplomatic row over the killing of

February 11, 2026
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Tarique Rahman’s Balancing Act With India – Hasina’s Return And Good Ties With India

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), under the leadership of Tarique Rahman, stands at a crossroads as Bangladesh approaches its general elections on 12 February 2026. With polls just hours away, the party’s manifesto reveals a delicate balancing act in its approach to India, Bangladesh’s powerful neighbour.On one hand, the BNP pledges to foster improved ties with neighbouring countries,

February 11, 2026
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Sigma Advanced Systems Snaps Up AS Strategic For ₹30 Crore To Forge European Defence Bridgehead

Sigma Advanced Systems, a prominent Hyderabad-based firm specialising in aerospace and defence manufacturing, has acquired AS Strategic for ₹30 crore. This strategic move aims to bolster its global presence in the defence sector. AS Strategic, headquartered in Delhi, maintains robust ties with European and international defence original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) through enduring joint

February 11, 2026
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DRDO And CSIR Forge Pact To Pioneer Survival Tech For Extreme Environments In High Altitude

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has formalised a significant agreement with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to foster collaborative research, technology development, and resource sharing.This partnership aims to advance human sustenance and performance in extreme environments, addressing critical needs for India’s armed forces and scientific

February 11, 2026
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‘US Used Pak, Then Discarded Like Toilet Paper’ Admits Defence Minister Khawaja Asif

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has delivered a candid and damning critique of his country’s historical alliances with the United States, likening Islamabad’s treatment to that of discarded toilet paper.Speaking in the National Assembly, Asif described how Pakistan was exploited for American strategic interests, particularly after the 1999 military coup and the 11 September 2001 attacks,

February 11, 2026
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