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India has marked a historic departure from its long-standing nuclear weapons posture by deploying 12 nuclear warheads for the very first time.According to the latest report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), this represents a fundamental policy shift, as India’s arsenal has now been classified as operationally deployed rather than stockpiled.For decades, India
On 9 June 2026, engineers achieved the final breakthrough of the Zojila Tunnel, connecting Baltal in Kashmir with Minamarg in Ladakh, according to a report by News18.This marks the completion of India’s longest road tunnel and the world’s longest bi-directional road tunnel at such altitude, standing at approximately 11,578 feet.While the achievement is celebrated as an engineering marvel, its
The government has cleared the construction of a new ₹13,000-crore greenfield civil-military airport at Chingen near Galathea Bay on Great Nicobar Island, effectively shelving plans to expand the existing naval air station at INS Baaz in Campbell Bay.The decision follows detailed studies which concluded that extending INS Baaz’s 4,500-foot runway to 10,000 feet was impractical due to terrain
The Defence Ministry has given approval for the construction of a 250 MW solar power project integrated with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on vacant defence land in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh.This marks the first large-scale renewable energy project of its kind to be developed on defence-owned land in India, representing a significant step in combining national security with clean energy
India’s ₹13,000 crore investment in a dual-use airport at Great Nicobar Island represents a decisive move to strengthen both civilian connectivity and military readiness at the Strait of Malacca, one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, according to a report by TOI.The project will serve as a forward operating base, enhancing surveillance, logistics, and deterrence while
Mahindra has unveiled a battlefield-ready All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) based on its Thar Roxx platform, purpose-built for the Indian Army.Stripped of excess ornamentation, the ATV is engineered for survivability, adaptability, and combat effectiveness, with features such as a gun mount, roll cage, underbody protection, and airdrop readiness.Mahindra’s new ATV is derived from the popular Thar Roxx
India has once again marginally expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2025, bringing its estimated stockpile to approximately 190 warheads by early 2026, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Yearbook 2026.The report highlights that New Delhi continues to modernise its nuclear delivery systems, with increasing emphasis on long-range capabilities designed to reach
The Indian Army has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of indigenous Mortar Specialist Vehicles (MSVs), aiming to modernise infantry fire-support capabilities under the Make in India initiative.The vehicles will automate fire-data computation for 81mm and 120mm mortars, enhancing battlefield mobility, accuracy, and survivability in high-altitude and contested
A new agreement has been proposed to ensure the timely supply of high-quality Electronic Fuses from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for proof firing, weapon evaluations, and ammunition trials.This initiative is expected to significantly strengthen the Indian Army’s testing and procurement process while enhancing its operational readiness. The move reflects a broader emphasis on modernising
Danta Innovations, a Bangalore-based defence technology company, has unveiled its next-generation Composite Missile Canister, a breakthrough in missile storage, transportation, and launch infrastructure. This innovation represents a significant leap in India’s indigenous defence engineering, combining advanced composite materials with cutting-edge filament-winding technology to deliver a