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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the transformative impact of space assets and drones on modern warfare during the convocation ceremony at the Defence Services Staff College in Wellington. He emphasised that capabilities in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) are revolutionizing military intelligence, surveillance, positioning, targeting, and communication, elevating combat effectiveness. Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised the evolving nature of warfare during the convocation ceremony at the Defence Service Staff College (DSSC).He highlighted that traditional concepts of war are being redefined in the current era of "grey zone" and hybrid warfare. Singh pointed out that cyber-attacks, disinformation campaigns, and economic warfare have emerged as tools to achieve
Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has directed commanders to prioritise seven key areas to enhance the Indian Navy’s combat readiness and operational efficiency. These directives were issued during the ongoing Naval Commanders’ Conference, which commenced in Karwar, Karnataka, on April 5 and is concluding in New Delhi from April 7 to 10.The seven focus areas outlined by Admiral Tripathi
India has strategically deployed Russian-built S-400 long-range air defence systems to protect the vulnerable Siliguri Corridor—a narrow 20-22 km stretch known as the "Chicken’s Neck" that serves as the sole land connection between mainland India and its north-eastern states.This deployment comes amid intensifying regional tensions, particularly with China’s growing military influence in
The third edition of the Indian DefSpace Symposium 2025 commenced on April 8, 2025, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a formidable space power with enhanced defence capabilities. Organised by the Indian Space Association (ISpA), this three-day forum brings together military officials, policymakers, industry leaders, and global experts to deliberate on
Exercise SARVSHAKTI represents a watershed moment in the Indian Army’s
technological evolution, demonstrating the successful implementation of
Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) for the first time in field conditions.
Conducted by the Trishakti Corps in Sikkim, this exercise showcased seamless
integration between human soldiers and autonomous systems, signalling India’s
growing
India’s naval infrastructure is undergoing a transformative expansion, marked by the near-completion of INS Varsha, a secretive underground submarine base in Andhra Pradesh, and the simultaneous modernisation of the Karwar Naval Base under Project Seabird on the western coast.The first phase of the Rambilli naval base under Project Varsha is almost complete. After commissioning in 2026, it can be
India is poised to formally establish its military presence in space with the imminent release of a dedicated Military Space Doctrine and National Space Policy within the next two to three months. The announcement, made by Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan, represents a significant milestone in India’s evolving space strategy and comes amid increasing focus on defence-space collaboration across
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan emphasised the growing importance of space as a domain of warfare during his inaugural address at the third edition of the Indian DefSpace Symposium on April 7, 2025. He stated that humanity is at the "cusp of an era" where space will dominate warfare, influencing air, maritime, and land domains. To prepare for this shift, General Chauhan
India is on track to achieve 90% self-reliance in defence production within the next five years, according to statements by the DRDO Chief.This ambitious goal aligns with the country’s broader vision under the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, which aim to transform India from a major arms importer into a global hub for defence manufacturing and exports.Recent milestones