Future Warfare Mix Must Offset BrahMos Cost, Says Air Marshal Dixit

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, underscored the importance of maintaining a balanced mix of traditional and modern weapon systems while addressing the ANI National Security Summit 2.0.He cautioned against viewing drones and missiles purely as cost-effective solutions, stressing that long-term operational analysis continues to favour a combined approach that includes

April 30, 2026
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India’s Envoy-Designate To China Meets Army Chief Amid Regional Defence Diplomacy

India’s Ambassador-designate to China, Vikram Doraiswami, met with the Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, on Thursday in New Delhi. The meeting centred on geostrategic issues, bilateral engagement, and measures to reinforce existing mechanisms at a time of continuing sensitivities in India-China relations.The Army stated that the interaction was aimed at strengthening dialogue and

April 30, 2026
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India’s Army Builds Drone Warriors: Decade of Transformation Ushers In Future Warfare Shift

The Indian Army is undergoing a profound transformation in its approach to modern warfare through the creation of specialised drone units under its “Decade of Transformation” vision spanning 2023 to 2032.This initiative reflects a strategic recognition that unmanned systems are no longer auxiliary assets but central to future combat operations, particularly in countering emerging aerial threats

April 29, 2026
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India And Armenia Deepen Defence Partnership With Renewed Military Talks; Air Chief Marshal Meets Armenian Army’s General Staff

Lieutenant-General Eduard Asryan, the chief of the Armenian army’s General Staff, held talks in New Delhi with his Indian counterpart General Anil Chauhan on Apr. 28Lieutenant-General Eduard Asryan, the Chief of the Armenian Army’s General Staff, visited India on Tuesday, underscoring the strengthening military ties between the two nations. His trip came just two months after hosting his Indian

April 29, 2026
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Indian Army Seeks Indigenous CADET Systems To Replace Tunguska Anti-Aircraft Gun And Counter UAV, Rocket, And Mortar Threats

The Indian Army has initiated the procurement process for more than ninety Carrier Air Defence Tracked (CADET) systems, a move designed to strengthen its anti‑aircraft capabilities and likely aimed at replacing the ageing 2K22 Tunguska systems.The Request for Information (RFI) underscores the emphasis on domestic, “Make in India” solutions, seeking a versatile tracked platform capable of mounting

April 29, 2026
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India’s Ranjeet Project: The Future Ready Combat Vehicle Redefining Armoured Warfare

The VRDE Ranjeet project, also known as the Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV), is emerging as a transformative programme in India’s land systems domain. Conceived by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), it is intended to replace the Indian Army’s ageing T-72 Ajeya fleet with a next-generation main battle tank.The design and development are being spearheaded by the Vehicles

April 28, 2026
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SSS Defence Is Preparing To Unveil Indigenous T-12 Semi-Auto Shotgun With 80m+ Range

Bangalore-based SSS Defence is preparing to unveil its latest innovation, the T-12 Semi-Auto Shotgun chambered in 12 Gauge.This new firearm is designed with a range capability exceeding 80 metres, positioning it as a formidable addition to the company’s growing portfolio of indigenous small arms.The introduction of the T-12 reflects SSS Defence’s continued commitment to strengthening India’s

April 28, 2026
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India Seeks Ultra Heavy Lift Helicopters On Lease: Chinook And Mi-26 In Contention

Russia’s Mi-26 is the largest & most powerful helicopter ever built, capable of lifting upto 20 tonsThe Ministry of Defence has moved decisively with the issuance of a Request for Information to damp lease three Ultra Heavy Lift Helicopters for the Indian Air Force.This marks a significant step in bolstering aerial logistics and strategic lift capability, with the specifications pointing to

April 28, 2026
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