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India’s Ministry of Defence has recently resumed the long-delayed process of procuring multi-role fighter aircraft, representing a critical juncture in the nation’s defence modernisation efforts. The procurement of 114 aircraft under the ‘Make in India’ initiative represents not merely an equipment purchase but a strategic opportunity to develop indigenous aerospace capabilities, reduce import
India is poised to formally establish its military presence in space with the imminent release of a dedicated Military Space Doctrine and National Space Policy within the next two to three months. The announcement, made by Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan, represents a significant milestone in India’s evolving space strategy and comes amid increasing focus on defence-space collaboration across
A tri-services all-women sailing expedition was flagged off from Mumbai on April 7, 2025, marking a significant milestone in women empowerment and inter-services camaraderie. The team comprises 11 officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, who will sail to Seychelles in their first international expedition aboard the IASV Triveni. This journey is a precursor to a planned global
Recent reports of a potential Chinese-backed airbase in Bangladesh’s Lalmonirhat district have sparked security concerns in New Delhi, particularly regarding vulnerabilities to India’s strategically crucial Chicken’s Neck corridor.While questions remain about the veracity of these claims, the reported location’s proximity to India’s narrow north-eastern corridor and coinciding diplomatic shifts
by Joydeep GhoshAs the world reels from the surprise USA revelation of its 6th Generation aircraft F47 that was earlier called NGAD, it has now become impossible for India to overlook this important and strategic development. As of now the Indian Air Force (IAF) is happy flying 3rd Gen, 4th Gen, and 4.5++ Gen fighters like MiG-29/29K, Rafale/Rafale-M, Su-30MKI, Jaguar, and Mirage-2000.Most of
A Rafale fighter jet of the Hellenic Air ForceIndia’s defence manufacturing sector appears to be making quiet yet significant strides in global supply chains, with evidence suggesting that Indian-made components may have been integrated into Rafale fighter jets delivered to Greece. This development represents a potential milestone in India’s evolution from being primarily a defence importer
A tragic incident occurred on April 5, 2025, when Warrant Officer Ramkumar Tiwari, a 41-year-old para jump instructor from the Indian Air Force’s Akash Ganga Skydiving Team, died during a demonstration jump in Agra. Tiwari jumped from a helicopter at approximately 9:30 AM, but his parachute failed to open on time due to a technical malfunction, resulting in a fatal fall to the ground.Tiwari was
A cutaway image of Dry Kaveri Engine (Non-Afterburner version)Godrej Aerospace’s Dry Kaveri Engine Development: Progress And TimelineGodrej Aerospace has successfully completed the manufacturing and delivery of two modules of the Kaveri Derivative Engine (Dry Kaveri) to the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) within a two-year time-frame, with six additional modules currently under
India is on track to achieve 90% self-reliance in defence production within the next five years, according to statements by the DRDO Chief.This ambitious goal aligns with the country’s broader vision under the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, which aim to transform India from a major arms importer into a global hub for defence manufacturing and exports.Recent milestones
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has clarified that there are no plans to reduce the physical test parameters between male and female candidates for recruitment in the Indian Army.This statement was made by Union Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, in response to a written question in the Lok Sabha. DMK MP Kalanidhi Veeraswamy had inquired about whether the government was considering such a