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India and France recently conducted the 23rd edition of their bilateral naval exercise, Varuna, from March 19 to 22, 2025, off the Goa coast. This year’s exercise prominently featured aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and Charles de Gaulle, along with advanced operations involving Rafale-M fighter jets and a focus on Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW).The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability between
India’s artillery modernisation, particularly the transition to 155mm calibre guns, is a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing military strength and achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing. This modernization is not just an upgrade but a comprehensive transformation of the Indian Army’s artillery capabilities, driven by the demands of modern warfare and the need for operational
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan has announced that Armenia is keenly interested in acquiring defence equipment from India."Armenia is placing significant emphasis on strengthening its defence sector, particularly in light of ongoing regional security concerns," reports, citing Mirzoyan’s recentHowever, Mirzoyan was quick to clarify that these acquisitions are not aimed at undermining
GE Aerospace is set to deliver the first of 99 F-404 engines for the TEJAS MK-1A fighter jets by the end of March 2025, following a two-year delay in fulfilling its contractual obligations. This delivery is part of a $716 million contract signed in 2021 between GE and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).The first engine is currently undergoing testing and is expected to be handed over shortly. As
India’s missile testing program has seen significant activity since 2024, reflecting its commitment to enhancing national security and strategic deterrence capabilities. 2024 began with the successful flight test of the Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system on July 24, which showcased India’s ability to intercept ballistic missiles with ranges up to 5,000 kilometers. This advanced
India and China are making significant progress in their bilateral relations through constructive engagements at various levels. According to Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, on October 23, 2024, marked a turning point.This was
The 4th India-EU Maritime Security Dialogue took place on March 21, 2025, in New Delhi, with Indian representatives led by Ms. Muanpuii Saiawi, the Joint Secretary for Disarmament and International Security Affairs, and the EU delegation headed by Mr. Maciej Stadejek, Director for Security and Defence Policy at the European External Action Service.The dialogue focused on fostering a secure
China’s increasing focus on deep-sea research is raising significant geopolitical concerns, particularly among nations like India, Japan, and the United States.The country has expanded its fleet of research vessels, which are actively mapping the ocean floor and gathering extensive data. While China claims these efforts are purely for scientific and resource exploration, many analysts suspect a
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Thursday (March 20, 2025) approved guidelines aimed at shortening the timelines of the defence procurement process, alongside granting preliminary approvals for procurement proposals worth ₹54,000 crore.This decision follows the Cabinet Committee on Security’s (CCS) final approval for the procurement of 307
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan recently expressed significant concerns regarding the slow pace of India’s defence procurement processes, which he believes hampers the military’s ability to effectively integrate new technologies.Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue 2025, Chauhan highlighted that the existing procurement procedures are so sluggish that they make it challenging for