Category: Defence

The Indian Navy is actively accelerating the comprehensive upgrade of its unmanned systems and counter-drone networks to maintain firm maritime dominance across the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region (IOR). By integrating a multi-layered security grid composed of compact tactical drones, shipborne aerial vehicles, long-range aircraft, and cutting-edge anti-drone weaponry, the maritime force is seamlessly fusing wide-area ocean surveillance with rapid-reaction and hard-kill destruction capabilities. For close-quarter operations and high-stakes ship boarding tasks, naval commandos now deploy highly agile, portable spotter drones. These compact devices provide immediate, real-time visual reconnaissance during…

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India’s push for self-reliance in the defence sector has achieved a significant milestone as Hyderabad-based startup Dvipa Defence, in collaboration with DRDO’s Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), successfully developed the UGRAM battle rifle in a record-breaking 100 days. Representing one of the fastest indigenous weapon development programmes in the country, the UGRAM 7.62×51 mm battle rifle has already cleared critical Army and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) trials, paving the way for its integration into India’s security forces. The newly developed UGRAM rifle has successfully completed rigorous reliability and…

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New Delhi: The Indian Air Force has provided undeniable physical proof of a historic combat achievement, showcasing canister blowout debris from a record-breaking surface-to-air missile interception. Achieved by the Russian-origin S-400 Triumf, known in Indian service as the Sudarshan, the strike took place during the intense multi-day conflict of May 2025, codenamed Operation Sindoor. This unprecedented 314-kilometre kill against a high-value Pakistan Air Force airborne early warning and control aircraft now stands as the longest recorded surface-to-air missile engagement in modern military history, firmly validating the combat efficacy of India’s…

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London/ New Delhi: The decision by the United Kingdom to cancel the Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) for the Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile marks a definitive shift in European defence strategy, with significant ripple effects for India. Over the next decade, India is projected to host the largest fleet of Rafale combat jets outside of France, making its reliance on the Meteor a central pillar of its long-term aerial superiority strategy. According to the UK Ministry of Defence, resources originally allocated for modernising the Meteor are being redirected into the Future Air…

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New Delhi: New Delhi’s strategic nuclear posture is undergoing a monumental shift. While Pakistan was historically the primary focus of India’s deterrence strategy, recent data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Yearbook 2026 underscores a different reality. The rapid expansion of China’s nuclear capabilities has become the primary catalyst driving India’s military modernization, prompting a decisive pivot toward long-range weapon systems capable of reaching deep into Chinese territory. This evolving balance of power is starkly reflected in global inventories. According to the SIPRI Yearbook 2026, India’s nuclear stockpile…

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New Delhi: India’s aerospace sector has achieved a major milestone as Ahmedabad-based Cligent Aerospace successfully flight-tested a scaled version of its hybrid-electric eSTOL (electric Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft. During the evaluation, the tech demonstrator took to the skies after rolling just 22 meters on an unpaved dirt track—a distance comparable to the length of two standard school buses. While the platform currently serves as a technology demonstrator, this successful flight proves the viability of an innovative design aimed at reshaping regional civilian transport and introducing a brand-new class of…

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Bengaluru: The Indian Air Force emerged victorious in the 7th edition of the prestigious Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament 2026, defeating the Indian Navy 2-1 in a closely contested final at the Amit Singh Bakshi Hockey Stadium, Air Force Station Jalahalli. The tournament, held from June 23 to July 3, witnessed enthusiastic participation from 16 teams representing various organisations and institutions, making it one of the prominent hockey events on the domestic sporting calendar. The closing ceremony was held on July 3 and was attended…

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New Delhi: Indian Naval Ships INS Udaygiri, INS Shakti, and INS Kavaratti of the Eastern Fleet have successfully concluded their port call at Singapore’s Changi Naval Base, further reinforcing the strong strategic and maritime partnership between India and Singapore. The visit formed part of the Indian Navy’s ongoing operational deployment in the region and was led by Rear Admiral Alok Anand, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet. Conducted in line with the ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation and the Government of India’s Act East Policy, the three-day engagement featured a series…

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New York: Indian Naval Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini arrived at New York Port on July 4 to represent India at the United States International Naval Review 250 and the Sail4th 250 celebrations, commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. As part of the grand Parade of Sail along the Hudson River, the iconic three-masted barque proudly displayed the Indian Tricolour, showcasing India’s rich maritime heritage and centuries-old seafaring traditions before an international audience. The visit forms a key leg of Lokayan 2026, the Indian Navy’s ambitious 10-month transoceanic expedition…

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