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Quad Ambassadors Reaffirm Grouping’s Role For ‘Free And Open’ Indo-Pacific Amid China’s Military Exercise In South China Sea

US Ambassador to China, David Perdue, convened with Quad ambassadors from Australia, India, and Japan in Beijing on 30 December 2025, reaffirming the grouping’s commitment to a "free and open" Indo-Pacific amid escalating regional tensions.Perdue described the Quad as "a force for good," emphasising the enduring strength of the US-Australia-India-Japan partnership in upholding a rules-based

December 30, 2025
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The Advanced Technology Vessel Project (ATVP) Initiates Construction of The First Two Units of S5 SSBNs

The Advanced Technology Vessel Project (ATVP) under India’s nuclear submarine program has initiated construction of the first two units of the S5-class SSBNs, marking a pivotal advancement in the nation’s sea-based nuclear deterrence.These submarines boast a displacement of approximately 13,500 tonnes submerged, rendering them roughly twice the size of the Arihant-class vessels, which displace

December 30, 2025
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Tri-Services Deploy Adani Defence’s Indigenous ARKA MANPADS (Igla-S)

Adani Defence & Aerospace has marked a significant milestone with the deployment of its locally assembled ARKA MANPADS, derived from the Russian Igla-S system, across the Indian Tri-Services.This man-portable air-defence system represents a key advancement in India’s Very Short-Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) capabilities, replacing ageing Soviet-era Igla-1M units that have served for decades.The

December 30, 2025
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Rolls-Royce Pitches Transformative Partnership For India’s Indigenous Engine Development

Engine delivery delays for the Light Combat Aircraft TEJAS MK-1A continue to hinder Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s schedule to the Indian Air Force, exacerbating squadron shortages amid ongoing reliance on foreign suppliers like GE Aerospace.Rolls-Royce has proposed a strategic partnership to co-develop a next-generation 110-130 kN engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, positioning

December 29, 2025
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‘Will Help In Enhancing Operational Capabilities’: Rajnath Singh After DAC Approves Proposals Worth ₹79,000 Crore

India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore, marking a significant step towards bolstering the operational capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted that these decisions, taken under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, underscore the Ministry of Defence’s unwavering

December 29, 2025
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India’s 4th SSBN (S4*) Enters Sea Trials

India’s strategic submarine fleet continues to expand with the recent launch of its fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, codenamed S4*. This vessel marks a pivotal advancement in the nation’s sea-based nuclear deterrence.Launched on 16 October 2024 at the Ship Building Centre in Visakhapatnam, the S4* is presently in the fitting-out phase, prior to commencing sea trials.Unlike its

December 29, 2025
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Centre Approves ₹79,000 Crore Mega Defence Deal For Missiles, Radars And Loiter Munitions

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, convened on 29 December 2025 to approve capital acquisition proposals totalling approximately ₹79,000 crore. These procurements aim to bolster the operational capabilities of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force amid evolving security challenges.The Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) grants the armed forces authority to

December 29, 2025
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India’s K4 SLBM Test Sparks A Major Flutter In Pakistan

India’s recent successful test of the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from INS Arighaat has elicited sharp reactions from Pakistan’s strategic security circles.Conducted off Visakhapatnam in the Bay of Bengal around 23-24 December 2025, this marks the second trial from the vessel following an initial launch in November 2024.The K-4, with its 3,500 km range, significantly extends

December 29, 2025
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Year of Reforms 2025 Sees India Strengthen Defence Capabilities Under Leadership of PM Modi

India’s Year of Reforms in 2025 marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s quest for strategic autonomy and robust defence posture, all under the steadfast leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This year transformed policy pronouncements into tangible achievements, bridging the gap between ambition and execution in national security.The government articulated five unwavering principles to

December 29, 2025
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