Spy Planes, Radars, Fighter Jets, Utility Choppers: IAF Lists Key Acquisitions For 2025-26

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has detailed its strategic acquisition plans for the financial year 2025-26, emphasizing the enhancement of its operational capabilities along the borders with China and Pakistan.As outlined in a recent Standing Committee report on defence presented in Parliament, the IAF aims to procure a range of advanced equipment, including low-level radars, TEJAS Light Combat

March 20, 2025
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Indian Army, Air Force Eye ₹20,000 Crores BrahMos Missile Deal In Key DAC Meet

The Indian Army and Air Force are set to discuss a significant deal for approximately 250 BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, valued at around ₹20,000 Crores, in an upcoming meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) scheduled for 20-Mar-2025.This meeting will be chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and will include key military leaders and senior officials. The BrahMos missile, named

March 20, 2025
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India’s $74 Billion Defence Budget Fuelling The Rise of A Military Superpower

India’s defence budget for 2024 is set at approximately $74.7 billion, positioning the country as one of the largest military spenders globally. This significant financial commitment reflects India’s ambition to emerge as a military superpower, driven by a strategic focus on self-reliance and modernization of its armed forces. The budget marks a notable increase from previous years, with an

March 19, 2025
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Parliamentary Panel Urges Fast-Tracking of More Funding For Forces

A parliamentary panel, chaired by BJP MP Radha Mohan Das, has urged for the immediate completion of the Census.In its report, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs highlighted significant downward revisions to the budgets for the Intelligence Bureau (IB), NATGRID, Central Police Organizations (CPOs), and Delhi Police. It recommended that the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) engage

March 19, 2025
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Record Defence Contracts To Be Inked This Year: Mod To Parliamentary Panel

India is set to achieve a record-breaking milestone in defence procurement this year, with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) aiming to sign contracts valued between ₹2-3 lakh crore. This marks a significant increase from the previous highest contract awards of ₹1 lakh crore in 2023-24.The Defence Secretary informed the parliamentary standing committee on defence that the ministry has already

March 19, 2025
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