Category: Defence

A Turning Point in India’s Counter-Terror Doctrine New Delhi: On April 22, a brutal terror attack in Pahalgam marked a chilling escalation in cross-border militancy against India. Armed attackers reportedly targeted civilians, identifying victims based on religion before killing 26 people in a calculated act of violence. Beyond the immediate tragedy, the attack signaled a deeper strategic intent—no longer limited to cross-border infiltration, but aimed at internal destabilization and communal division within India. This incident became the trigger for what India termed Operation SINDOOR, a calibrated military and strategic response…

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New Delhi: In a notable development for India’s private defence industry, Noida-based IG Defence is working on a fully indigenous short-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system named Jwala, aimed at enhancing India’s battlefield air defence and rapid-response strike capabilities. The project is being positioned as one of the country’s first privately developed short-range SAM systems, highlighting the expanding role of domestic private companies in advanced missile and aerospace technologies traditionally dominated by state-run agencies. According to the company, Jwala is being designed as a rapid-reaction weapon system capable of engaging short-range…

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New Delhi: India’s indigenous fighter aircraft programme has come under renewed focus after reports confirmed that Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has yet to deliver a single TEJAS MK-1A fighter to the Indian Air Force (IAF), despite having both engines and multiple completed airframes available in inventory. The delay has intensified concerns over production management, certification timelines, and operational preparedness at a time when the IAF continues to grapple with declining squadron strength. The TEJAS MK-1A programme was originally expected to begin deliveries in early 2024. However, disruptions in engine supply,…

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Prayagraj: India’s defence sector has undergone a major transformation over the past decade, with domestic production rising sharply by 174 per cent to ₹1.54 lakh crore, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday. Speaking at the North Tech Symposium 2026, the Minister said India has moved from being heavily dependent on defence imports to becoming an emerging exporter of military hardware and systems. Defence exports have surged nearly 34 times to ₹23,622 crore during the same period. He noted that the private sector has…

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New Delhi: Mahindra & Mahindra has unveiled a rugged, defence-spec all-terrain vehicle (ATV) based on the Mahindra Thar Roxx, igniting discussions among automotive enthusiasts about the potential for a road-legal civilian version. The stripped-down ATV, shared by Anand Mahindra on social media, is designed with a clear focus on functionality over aesthetics. Built for military applications, the vehicle showcases a raw, purpose-driven design that many believe could translate well into a lifestyle off-road SUV for civilian use. At its core, the ATV retains the Thar Roxx’s proven 2.2-litre diesel engine,…

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New Delhi: Sagar Adani has underscored the urgent need for large-scale electrification in India, calling it the country’s most effective safeguard against global economic and geopolitical shocks. Speaking at the Economist Resilient Futures Summit, he said energy access will define national resilience in the 21st century. Highlighting the ripple effects of ongoing geopolitical tensions, including disruptions linked to the US-Iran conflict, Adani noted that energy markets remain highly vulnerable to supply shocks. “We’ve all seen how conflict in one region can disrupt supply chains across continents,” he said, warning that…

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New Delhi: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has secured a major contract worth ₹1,251 crore from the Ministry of Defence for the supply of an indigenous Ground Based Mobile Electronic Intelligence System (GBMES) to the Indian Army. The deal marks a significant boost to BEL’s order book and reinforces India’s ongoing push for self-reliance in defence technology. The GBMES is a state-of-the-art electronic intelligence platform designed by the Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL), Hyderabad, and will be manufactured by BEL. The system is capable of detecting, classifying, and locating radar emissions,…

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Bengaluru: Kota Ravi has assumed office as the 22nd Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), marking a significant leadership transition at India’s premier aerospace and defence public sector undertaking. He succeeds D. K. Sunil, who retired on April 30 upon superannuation. Bringing with him over three decades of experience spanning aerospace and defence (A&D), manufacturing, and electronics, Ravi’s appointment comes at a crucial juncture as HAL seeks to expand its global footprint and strengthen indigenous defence capabilities. In his message upon taking charge, Ravi outlined an…

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