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The Indian Army’s Eastern Command recently concluded a successful Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) field firing exercise at the Teesta Field Firing Range in West Bengal. Conducted under the aegis of Trishakti Corps, the exercise involved the firing of over 260 missiles, with the objective of achieving the goal of "one missile one tank."More than 1,500 personnel from various infantry and mechanised
General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of the Army Staff, recently reviewed the operational preparedness of a formation for developments along the Northern Borders.The visit underscores the Army’s proactive approach to ensuring mission readiness and maintaining peak operational efficiency in an evolving security environment. General Dwivedi has been actively engaged in assessing the operational
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has been instrumental in India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence technology since its inception in 1958. Despite notable achievements such as the Agni and Prithvi missile systems and the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS, DRDO has faced significant challenges due to frequent delays in delivering critical military platforms and
In a significant enhancement to the Indian Air Force’s strategic airlift capabilities, a C-17 Globemaster-III aircraft successfully landed at the high-altitude Kargil airfield for the first time. This trial run marked a major boost to the IAF’s ability to transport troops and supplies to forward areas, particularly near the Line of Control with Pakistan.The C-17, which took off from its home base
The Indian Defence Ministry is planning to expand competitive bidding for weapons procurement to create a more level playing field for private firms. Currently, the majority of defence production contracts are secured by Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs), often without a tendering process.This shift aims to enhance the role of the private sector in defence production, aligning with the
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
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
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has remarked the need for India’s security apparatus to remain adaptive in the face of emerging threats. These threats include cyber warfare, hybrid warfare, and space-based challenges, which are increasingly complex and interconnected. Singh highlighted the importance of a holistic approach to national security, integrating efforts across different security
Former Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari emphasised the importance of leveraging newer technologies to achieve superiority across all domains and ensure decisive victory if conflict arises. He highlighted the role of drones, space-based assets, and integrated air defence measures in modern warfare. This perspective was shared during the 16th ‘Jumbo’ Majumdar
In a gesture of cooperation and goodwill, the Indian Navy has gifted fire-fighting equipment to the Sri Lanka Coast Guard. This donation was facilitated during the visit of the Indian Naval Ship Kuthar to Colombo, which arrived on March 3, 2025.The ship formally handed over a refilled cylinder for the fire-fighting system of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard Ship Suraksha, an offshore patrol vessel that