Category: Defence

New Delhi : At the Chanakya Defence Dialogue in the capital, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi issued a sharp warning to Pakistan, calling Operation Sindoor merely an “88-hour trailer” and asserting that India will not hesitate to respond decisively to any form of state-sponsored terrorism. “If Pakistan gives another opportunity, we will teach them once again how neighbours should behave,” he said during a fireside chat at the event. Reaffirming India’s zero-tolerance stance, he declared, “Baat-cheet aur aatank saath nahi chal sakte.” Dialogue and terror cannot go hand in hand.…

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New Delhi | Amid growing debate over smartphone usage in the armed forces, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has said that while smartphones have become a necessity in today’s digital age, soldiers must learn the crucial difference between reacting impulsively and responding thoughtfully on social media. Speaking at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue in New Delhi, General Dwivedi acknowledged that the new generation entering the military is “digital by nature” and smartphones are now an integral part of daily life. However, he emphasised that discipline in their use is essential. “Phone…

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New Delhi: India is preparing to significantly boost its counter-drone defence capability, as the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force are set to acquire 16 new indigenous laser anti-drone systems. These high-tech systems, capable of destroying hostile drones from a distance of 2 kilometres, are expected to receive final approval from the Ministry of Defence soon, paving the way for production. The systems represent the upgraded version of DRDO’s Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction System (IDDIS) Mark-2, fitted with a powerful 10 kW laser beam—twice as potent in range…

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New Delhi | India is set to make a striking impression at the Dubai Airshow 2025, with the Indian Air Force (IAF) deploying a major contingent featuring the renowned Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) and the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. The fleet touched down at Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airbase ahead of the five-day aviation extravaganza scheduled from November 17 to 21. The IAF confirmed the team’s arrival on its official X handle, announcing: “For the Dubai Air Show, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team and Tejas fighters have landed at Al…

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New Delhi | In a major boost to India’s armoured warfare capabilities, the Ministry of Defence  inked a ₹2,095.70-crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the supply of INVAR anti-tank guided missiles. The agreement, signed at South Block, falls under the ‘Buy (Indian)’ category, ensuring that the missiles will be manufactured domestically under technology transfer. The deal aims to significantly enhance the firepower of the Indian Army’s frontline T-90 ‘Bhishma’ main battle tanks. INVAR—also known as the Russian 9M119M Refleks—is a laser-guided missile that can be fired directly from…

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New Delhi: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has issued a sharp warning to Indian private defence manufacturers, stressing that national security cannot be protected if companies remain driven only by profit motives. Speaking at a seminar organised by the United Services Institution (USI) in New Delhi, the CDS said private firms working with the armed forces must demonstrate patriotism, sincerity, and a sense of national responsibility in delivering critical defence systems. General Chauhan’s remarks come amid rising concerns within the armed forces that several domestic manufacturers have…

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New Delhi: India–US maritime cooperation received a significant boost as Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi embarked on an official visit to the United States, marking a major step in strengthening defence ties and advancing shared interests in the Indo-Pacific region. According to an official statement from the Indian Navy, the visit highlights the commitment of both nations to a “free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific.” The tour comes weeks after India and the US signed a new 10-year defence cooperation framework on October 31, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur,…

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New Delhi: India has taken a significant step toward strengthening its underwater defence capabilities with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developing a new indigenous Man-Portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (MP-AUV). Designed to detect naval mines hidden beneath the sea, this compact underwater robot promises to enhance the Indian Navy’s mine-warfare operations. Developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) in Visakhapatnam, the MP-AUV is engineered to swiftly locate and identify sea mines—one of the biggest threats to ships, submarines and ports. Its lightweight design allows one or two…

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New Delhi: India has reiterated its demand for the restoration of regular patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), which has remained suspended in several friction points of eastern Ladakh for the past five years. The issue was firmly raised during the 23rd Corps Commander-level meeting held on October 25 at the Chushul–Moldo border point. Patrolling in key areas such as PP-16, PP-17 and parts of the northern bank of Pangong Tso has been halted since the June 2020 Galwan Valley clash. Following the violent confrontation, both sides mutually…

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New Delhi: The Indian Air Force’s Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) programme stands at a crucial inflection point. With contenders such as the F-15EX, Eurofighter Typhoon, Su-35, and the Rafale F4 on the table, the pressure to move quickly is understandable. Yet the most strategic choice for India may be to wait for the Rafale F5—often referred to as the “Super Rafale.” The F5 represents a major evolutionary leap in Dassault’s proven 4.5-generation lineage, offering a vital technological bridge toward India’s future sixth-generation ambitions under the AMCA programme. Evolution, Not Reinvention…

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