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The Indian Army now operates more than 50,000 drones, a dramatic expansion from just a few hundred two years ago, with plans to double this strength to nearly 1,00,000 within the next two to three years. This growth is being institutionalised through the raising of specialised Baaz Battalions to enhance surveillance, intelligence, and counter‑drone capabilities.The Indian Army has undergone
China’s military has offered what appears to be the first official glimpse of its next-generation stealth fighter jet in a newly released promotional video. The aircraft, widely believed to be the J-36 sixth-generation stealth fighter, was briefly shown in footage celebrating the Y-20 military transport aircraft. During a conversation between two PLA airmen about refuelling “Liu Ye” (Master
India’s Ministry of Defence is poised to finalise a ₹30,000 crore ($3.2 billion) production contract for the indigenous Anant Shastra Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) system in the coming weeks, marking a decisive step in strengthening mobile air defence capabilities for the Indian Army. This deal will transition the system from successful trials into full-scale induction,
The Indian Army is set to expand its drone fleet significantly, with Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi announcing the creation of specialised “Baaz Battalions” to strengthen surveillance and intelligence-gathering capabilities.This marks a decisive step in integrating unmanned systems into the Army’s operational doctrine, ensuring persistent battlefield awareness and rapid
The Indian Army will operationalise its first Integrated Battle Groups (IBGs) from 1 July 2026, advancing its timeline to create agile, self-contained formations under the Panagarh-based XVII Corps, the mountain strike corps tasked with operations along the China border, reported CNN-News18.Four IBGs and a dedicated fire support group will be raised, each commanded by a Major General, marking a
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today unveiled in New Delhi the revised framework known as the Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO 2026, or DFP‑2026.This reform is designed to significantly enhance functional empowerment at multiple levels within the Department of Defence Research and Development under the Ministry of Defence. Officials described the framework as a major step forward in
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 135th episode of his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program spotlighted three major indigenous defence milestones achieved in June.He emphasised that these achievements strengthen India’s security and self-reliance while advancing the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.He highlighted the maiden flight of the first C-295 military transport aircraft assembled in India. This
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday underscored the enduring partnership between India and Seychelles, declaring that the Indian Ocean is not a divide but a bridge that connects the two nations.He made these remarks while addressing the National Assembly of Seychelles, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to do so, which he described as a "special honour."He conveyed the greetings and best
India is evaluating the anti‑submarine warfare (ASW) Eurodrone variant, jointly developed by Airbus and Kawasaki, as a new layer in its maritime defence. This system, capable of deploying sonobuoys and lightweight torpedoes, would complement India’s existing P‑8I Poseidon aircraft and MQ‑9 Sea Guardian drones, strengthening surveillance against Pakistan’s Hangor‑class and China’s large submarine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program highlighted India’s significant strides in defence, security, and self-reliance during June. He noted that these achievements will fill every citizen with pride as the country continues to strengthen its indigenous capabilities.He lauded the maiden successful flight of the first made-in-India C-295 military transport aircraft.