Defence Strategy

Panic-Stricken Lashkar-e-Taiba Terrorists Postpone Lahore Convention Amid Tri-Service Exercise ‘Trishul Effect’

The Pakistan Mili Muslim League (MML), the political arm widely believed to represent the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD), has postponed its annual workers’ convention, which had been scheduled for Sunday, 2 November, at Minar-e-Pakistan in Lahore.Sources within the Lashkar confirmed that the decision was made following intelligence warnings about “external threats” to the

November 1, 2025
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L&T And General Atomics Forge Pact To Manufacture Advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems In India

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has entered into a landmark agreement with US aerospace major General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) to produce cutting-edge Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in India.This collaboration marks a critical stride in the nation’s mission toward defence self-reliance and advanced aerospace manufacturing.Under this strategic partnership, the two

October 31, 2025
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India Eyes ‘Mission Aero Engine’ to Power Self-Reliance Push

SIDM calls for ‘Mission Aero Engine’ to boost India’s indigenous jet powerIndia’s defence and aerospace industry has urged the government to launch a national initiative, aptly titled Mission Aero Engine, aimed at developing an indigenous 110 kN thrust-class jet engine.This move coincides with ongoing negotiations between India and French aerospace major Safran for co-developing advanced fighter

October 31, 2025
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Start-Ups Must Play Role In ‘Sudarshan Chakra’ Air Defence Shield Plan: DRDO

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has called for a stronger role from private industry and start-ups in accelerating the development of its next-generation integrated air defence initiative, the Sudarshan Chakra project.This initiative aims to establish a fully indigenous, multi-layered defensive network capable of countering diverse aerial threats, including aircraft,

October 31, 2025
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iDEX Becomes India’s Cornerstone For Defence Innovation And Technological Self-Reliance

India’s quest to emerge as a global hub for defence innovation and manufacturing is being spearheaded by the Ministry of Defence’s flagship programme — Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX). According to a report published in the Vietnam Times, the initiative is acting as a long-term roadmap for the nation’s capability development and industrial transformation in the defence sector.Launched

October 31, 2025
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In A Big Relief For India Trump 2.0 Extends Chabahar Port Sanctions Waiver, Easing India’s Strategic Operations At The Port Until April 2026

In a significant diplomatic relief, President Donald Trump’s administration has extended the sanctions waiver for India’s operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port until at least April 2026. The waiver, initially set to expire on 29 September 2025, ensures India’s uninterrupted engagement in the strategic port project, a vital component of its regional connectivity strategy.The Chabahar Port, located on

October 30, 2025
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Indian Navy Targets 2026 Nod For Second Indigenous Aircraft Carrier

The Indian Navy is moving decisively to secure 2026 clearance for its second Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC-2), marking a vital stride towards achieving a three-carrier force structure. The project seeks to ensure persistent maritime presence on both seaboards and strengthen India’s expeditionary reach in the Indo-Pacific.Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), which successfully constructed INS Vikrant

October 30, 2025
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Reasserting Buy IDDM As The Core of India’s Defence Procurement Framework

ZORAWAR light tank with private major L&T being the development-cum production partnerThe release of the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh comes at a time when the principles of self-reliance, indigenous innovation, and industrial capability remain central to India’s strategic objectives.Yet, the foundational spirit of the ‘Buy (Indian–IDDM)’ category,

October 28, 2025
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India’s Indigenous Defence Strength Shines In Operation Sindoor: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that the widespread deployment of indigenous defence equipment in Operation Sindoor has substantially enhanced India’s regional influence and global stature. Addressing the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers’ annual session, he stressed the vital importance of self-reliance through domestic innovation for national safety.​Singh cited the outstanding

October 28, 2025
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Prime Toolings Accelerates Indigenous Missile Propulsion Ecosystem

Bangalore-based Prime Toolings has embarked on developing a fully indigenous solid booster to support India’s next-generation missile and launch systems. This marks a significant step in localising the complete propulsion stack under its private-sector R&D roadmap.The solid booster program aims at producing high-energy composite propellants and robust casing solutions using precision

October 27, 2025
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