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With Adversaries Rapidly Upgrading To Next-Generation Aircraft, India Must Prioritise Air Combat Readiness

As India faces increasing security threats from its adversaries, particularly China and Pakistan, prioritising air combat readiness has become imperative. The Indian Air Force (IAF) currently operates with a reduced squadron strength of 31, significantly below its authorised strength of 42.This gap in capabilities is exacerbated by the rapid modernisation of neighbouring air forces. China, for

March 5, 2025
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China Boosts Defence Budget By $249 Billion, What It Means For India

China’s announcement to boost its defence budget by 7.2% to approximately $249 billion has significant implications for India. This increase marks the second-largest military budget globally, following the United States, and underscores China’s continued focus on military modernisation.The enhanced budget will likely accelerate China’s development of advanced military capabilities, including

March 5, 2025
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Coast Guard’s Budgetary Allocation Up By 26.5% At ₹9,676 Crores

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has received a significant budgetary allocation of ₹9,676 Crores for the financial year 2025-26, marking a substantial increase of 26.5% from the previous year’s budget. This allocation was announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during the ICG’s 18th investiture ceremony, where he emphasised the need for modernisation in response to evolving maritime threats,

February 27, 2025
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