US must lead in building a Pacific drone industrial base to balance China’s economic might and hegemony
Indo-Pacific allies see unmanned systems, shared production, and interoperability as essential to offset China’s scale.
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India Needs Push On Defence R&D For Future Warfare, Says DRDO Chief
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Chairman, Samir V. Kamat, has issued a stark call for enhanced investment in defence R&D to prepare for the evolving landscape of future warfare.Speaking at the 40th Air Chief Marshal PC Lal (Retd) Memorial Lecture organised by the Air Force Association, Kamat underscored the urgent need to bolster the nation’s research and development
Indian Navy To Commission Second MH-60R Squadron To Bolster Maritime Capabilities
The Indian Navy is set to commission its second MH-60R Seahawk helicopter squadron, INAS 335 (Ospreys), on 17 December at INS Hansa near Dabolim in Goa. This milestone underscores the Navy’s drive towards modernisation and enhanced operational readiness.The commissioning ceremony will occur in the presence of Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. Officials highlighted that this step will
India Tempers Response To Russia’s Bold Su-57 Stealth Jets, Drone, And Submarine Offers
India has delivered a measured and restrained response to Russia’s ambitious proposals for enhanced defence collaboration, particularly concerning advanced platforms such as the Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter, long-range drones, and submarines, according to a report on The Hindu web portal.Officials familiar with the developments indicate that Moscow’s repeated overtures in the lead-up to
GAO finds V-22 ‘serious accident’ rate shot up in 2023, 2024
A series of lethal accidents in recent years have raised intense scrutiny by both lawmakers and outside observers of the V-22’s safety record, and resulted in the Pentagon revealing several defects in the aircraft itself.
India And Greece Launch First Maritime Security Dialogue, Eye Deeper Ties in Key Sectors
India and Greece have conducted their inaugural Maritime Security Dialogue in Athens, marking a significant step towards enhanced bilateral cooperation in vital maritime domains.Held on Thursday (11-12-2025), the discussions centred on fostering a secure, stable, and prosperous maritime ecosystem across key regions including the Mediterranean, Arctic, and Indo-Pacific.The Greek Deputy Minister of
Indian Navy To Induct First Indigenous Diving Support Craft
India’s naval prowess continues to expand with the impending commissioning of the DSC A20, the nation’s first indigenous Diving Support Craft. Scheduled for induction on 16 December 2025 in Kochi under the Southern Naval Command, this milestone vessel underscores the Indian Navy’s commitment to self-reliance.Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, will preside over the
MEA Fact-Check Unit Exposes Fake EAM Jaishankar Letter On Rafale Deal
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) fact-check unit has swiftly debunked a viral letter falsely attributed to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar concerning the Rafale deal with France.This fabricated document, which surfaced on social media, alleged leaks in Rafale naval aircraft delivery schedules and sparked unnecessary controversy.The MEA addressed the issue directly on X (formerly
DHRUV Helicopters To Undergo Major Overhaul, Boosting Navy And Coast Guard Fleets
The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) DHRUV fleet operated by the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard is scheduled for a significant overhaul focusing on a vital component, the Non-Rotating Swashplate Bearing (NRSB), reported Money Control web portal.This move follows the findings of the Defect Investigation Committee set up after a crash involving a Coast Guard DHRUV on 5 January, which
Chief of Naval Staff Holds Talks With Brazilian Defence Minister, Presidential Adviser On Defence Cooperation
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff of India, is currently on an official visit to Brazil, where he engaged in significant high-level discussions aimed at bolstering defence cooperation between the two countries.During his visit, Admiral Tripathi met with key Brazilian defence officials including Celso Amorim, Chief Advisor to the President of Brazil, and Jose Mucio Monteiro, the