Defence Preparedness

Indian Army Pushes Air Defence Modernisation With 220 Successor Guns, VSHORADS, QRSAM, Fragmentation Ammo And More

DRDO’s VSHORADS man-portable air defence systemThe Indian Army is significantly advancing its air defence capabilities through a comprehensive modernisation program aimed at countering the growing threats posed by drones and other aerial systems. This initiative includes the procurement of 220 successor guns, the Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS), and the Quick Reaction

February 24, 2025
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What Are The Key Features of DRDO Proposed P-76 Submarines

The Project-76 initiative by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) aims to develop an indigenous class of conventional diesel-electric submarines with a significant focus on self-reliance in defence technology.The P-76 submarines, part of India’s initiative to enhance its indigenous defence capabilities, are designed with several advanced features aimed at improving operational

February 24, 2025
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China Builds Giant Radar System Near Myanmar Border; Can Detect India’s Missile Launches

China has constructed a Large Phased Array Radar (LPAR) system in Yunnan Province, near its border with Myanmar. This advanced radar system is reported to have a detection range exceeding 5,000Km, allowing it to monitor missile activities not only in the Indian Ocean region but also deep into Indian territory, raising significant security concerns for India.The radar system enhances China’s

February 23, 2025
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With Drone Threat; Indian Army To Overhaul Its Air-Defence Systems With New Guns, Fragmented Ammunition And Radar

AD-1 is an advanced interceptor with technologies available with only a few nations in the worldThe Indian Army is undertaking a significant overhaul of its air defence systems to address the evolving threat landscape, particularly from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and drones. This initiative is a response to recent conflicts where adversaries have deployed large numbers of drones,

February 22, 2025
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Navy’s ₹60,000 Crore Rafale Deal To Boost Air Force’s Refuelling Capability

The Indian Navy’s ₹60,000 Crores Rafale-Marine jet deal with France is set to enhance the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) capabilities, particularly in buddy-buddy refuelling, and will also supply ground equipment and software upgrades.The Indian Navy is acquiring 26 Rafale-Marine aircraft to enhance the capabilities of the INS Vikramaditya. The deal is awaiting final clearance by the Cabinet Committee

February 22, 2025
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India, Bangladesh Agree To Launch New ‘Hotline’ Between Border Forces

India and Bangladesh have agreed to establish a new hotline between their border forces to enhance communication and coordination. This decision was made during the recent Director General-level talks between the Border Security Force (BSF) of India and the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).The hotline will connect the Additional Director General (ADG) of BSF’s Eastern Command in Kolkata with his

February 21, 2025
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From Obscurity To Limelight: HJT-36 ‘YASHAS’ Jet Trainer Rises Like A Phoenix

The Hindustan Jet Trainer-36 (HJT-36), previously known as Sitara, has been renamed ‘Yashas’ by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) following extensive modifications aimed at improving its flight characteristics. This new iteration incorporates significant design modifications aimed at enhancing its capabilities for Stage II pilot training and operational roles including counter-insurgency and

February 20, 2025
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India’s Defence Industry Poised For A Huge Boost

The defence industry in India is at the "cusp of a massive expansion", Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has said even as he suggested that public-private-partnership would be "critical" in making the country a hub for advanced manufacturing in the sector.In his address at a defence conclave here late Monday evening, he also said the intention of the government is to build a "technologically

February 19, 2025
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Navy’s ₹60,000 Crore Rafale-M Jet Deal To Help Upgrade Capabilities of IAF Rafales

The Indian Navy’s recent deal for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets, valued at ₹60,000 crore, is set to significantly enhance both naval and air force capabilities in India. This acquisition will not only bolster the Navy’s operational capacity aboard aircraft carriers like the INS Vikramaditya but also improve the capabilities of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) existing Rafale fleet.The deal includes 22

February 19, 2025
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