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USA Stirring Trouble Between India and China
The article discusses the perceived role of the United States in escalating tensions between India and China. It highlights American actions that may be contributing to the strained relations between ...
China Dismisses US Report Says ‘Beijing Handles Ties With India From Strategic Height, Long-Term Lens’: Rejects External (U.S.) Border Meddling
During a press briefing, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson rejected U.S. claims that Beijing could be exploiting recent border de-escalations with India along the Line of Actual Control for strate...
India's Nuclear Subs (SSBNs) Unlock True Potential with K-15 Missile
India successfully conducted a test firing of the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the INS Arighaat in the Bay of Bengal. This SLBM has a range of 3,500 kilometers and marks an imp...
India Launches Heaviest Satellite Ever, Intensifying Global Space Race
India's ISRO successfully launched the country's heaviest satellite to date, AST SpaceMobile, weighing 6,100 kg, into low-Earth orbit using the LVM-3-M6 rocket. This achievement highlights India's gro...
US Envoy Sergio Gor Holds Talks With Indian Counterpart Kwatra Amid Christmas Festivities
On December 25, 2025, US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, met with Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra at Mar-a-Lago. The meeting focused on reinforcing trade ties and strategic...
ISRO's Packed 2026: Gaganyaan Uncrewed Flight, Oceansat Launch, Quantum Tech Demo
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) plans an ambitious schedule for 2026, which includes uncrewed testing of the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program, launching satellites under the Oceansat proj...
Pentagon Report Reveals China Continues Military Preparations Along Indian Border Despite Recent Diplomatic Progress
According to recent Pentagon reports, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between India and China to stabilize their relations, China persists in military preparations along the Line of Actual Control ...
China Accuses US of Trying to Thwart Improved Sino-Indian Ties
China has alleged that the United States is attempting to hinder improved diplomatic and strategic relations between China and India. This claim highlights a growing concern in Beijing over American i...
China Responds to US Pentagon Report, Asserts Long-Term Strategic Perspective on India Relations and Refutes Misrepresentation
Chinese officials have criticized recent comments made by the U.S. Department of Defense regarding China’s military activities and relations with other countries. Specifically, they reject claims from...
India - China Border Tensions Resume; Pentagon Concerned
The Indian and Chinese armed forces are experiencing recurring tensions along their disputed border areas, according to reports citing the Pentagon's concerns. The tensions stem from long-standing dis...
China Accuses US of Trying to Undermine Improved Relations with India
According to recent reports, China has accused the United States of attempting to sabotage the improving relationship between China and India....
China Claims on Arunachal Pradesh and Closer Ties with Pakistan: What Alarms India According to the Pentagon Report
The annual Pentagon report highlights growing concerns in India over Chinese territorial claims in Arunachal Pradesh (considered Indian territory by China) and increasing strategic cooperation between...
IAF Eyes Integration of Indigenous Astra Mk1 Missiles on Mirage-2000 Fleet Amidst MICA NG Missile Supply Delays
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is considering integrating its domestically produced Astra Mk1 air-to-air missiles onto the upgraded Mirage-2000 fleet due to ongoing supply delays with the advanced MICA NG...
Strategic Arms Race: What Does Pentagon's New Report Say About China-Pakistan Defense Cooperation and Indian Concerns?
A new report from the Pentagon discusses concerns about the strategic arms race, focusing on defense cooperation between China and Pakistan and its implications for India. The report highlights growin...
India Commits To 200 TEJAS MK-1A Fighters: Assessing Lethality Against China And Pakistan
India has ordered nearly 200 TEJAS MK-1A fighter jets to enhance the Indian Air Force's operational capabilities and address squadron shortages. The aircraft promises advantages in agility, cost-effic...
SASMOS Achieves Milestone With First High-Power Radar Harness Delivery To L&T Defence
SASMOS has reached an important milestone by completing and preparing for delivery the first batch of wiring harnesses designed for high-power radar systems to L&T Precision Engineering & Systems. Thi...
Indian Coast Guard Inducts First Indigenously Built Pollution Control Vessel ICGS ‘Samudra Pratap’
India's coast guard has welcomed its first domestically constructed pollution control vessel, the ICGS Samudra Pratap. This development marks a significant step forward in India's capability to manage...
Pentagon Report: China Seeks to Capitalize on Easing LAC Tensions; Aims to Blunt India-US Relations
The Pentagon has released a report indicating that China is attempting to exploit the easing of tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) between China and India. This development, according to ...
What Pax Silica Reveals About India’s Vulnerability in Global Tech Supply Chains
A U.S.-led initiative to secure semiconductor manufacturing is indicative of a broader shift in global technological geopolitics, emphasizing the extent of India’s reliance on foreign technology for c...
Royal Moroccan Army Inducts First Indian WhAP 8×8 Vehicles as Local Assembly Begins in Berrechid
India has delivered its first batch of indigenously developed Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP) 8×8 vehicles to the Royal Moroccan Army. This marks a significant milestone for New Delhi's defense indus...
India Close to Sign BrahMos Pacts with Indonesia and Vietnam Pending Final Russian Regulatory Approval
India is nearing finalisation of significant defence export agreements for the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile with Indonesia and Vietnam. The pacts are contingent on receiving the last necessary re...
China Aims to Annex Arunachal Pradesh
The article discusses China's intentions to annex Arunachal Pradesh, an Indian state disputed between India and China. This move would further complicate territorial disputes in the region....
India completes trials of Akash-NG air defense missile
The Indian Ministry of Defence announced the successful completion of user evaluation trials for the Next Generation Akash surface-to-air missile system, showcasing its accuracy against various aerial...
India begins WhAP 8×8 deliveries to Morocco
Tata Advanced Systems Limited has delivered the first batch of its WhAP 8×8 wheeled armored vehicles to the Royal Moroccan Army. The WhAP 8×8 is a modular platform developed jointly by Tata and India’...
Pentagon Warns China Could Attack India's Arunachal Pradesh After 2030
A Pentagon report suggests that China may view its core interests in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh as a potential cause for conflict with India after the year 2030. The warning signals an esca...
Former Diplomat KP Fabian Addresses China's Expansionist Policy Threatening Indian Territory
KP Fabian, a former diplomat, criticizes China's disregard for India's territorial integrity and expansionist policies. The commentary discusses the implications of China’s aggressive actions in dispu...
China Plans Military Bases in Four Neighboring Countries Near India, Pentagon Issues Warning
The United States has warned that China intends to establish military bases in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, which are neighboring countries near India. The Pentagon's concern stems fr...
India’s new law to fuel energy needs, drive nuclear power growth
India has passed the Shanti Bill, significantly revising its civilian nuclear framework and opening its nuclear sector to private and foreign investment. This move aims to address rising electricity d...
Indian Army May Seek Additional Apaches to Bridge Critical Heavy Attack Capability Gap Until Indigenous LCH Arrives
The Indian Army has started receiving Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopters and may seek additional units to address a critical heavy attack helicopter capability gap until its own indigenous Ligh...
DRDO Successfully Completes User Trials of Akash-NG Air Defence Missile System
The Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully concluded the user evaluation trials for the Next Generation Akash surface-to-air missile system. The trials demonstrat...
DRDO’s New Cruise Missile Aims To Reduce Collateral Damage; Adds Lock-Confirm-Kill Feature
The DRDO is developing an advanced cruise missile for the Indian Air Force with a range of 250 kilometers. This new system combines precision strike capabilities with prolonged surveillance, allowing ...
Indian Navy To Boost Surveillance With MQ-9 Drones
The Indian Navy aims to enhance its surveillance and maritime reconnaissance capabilities through the acquisition of 31 MQ-9 drones, according to Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi’s statement on December 18, ...
During Op Sindoor, IAF Hit Pakistan Where It ‘Hurt Most’: Ex-IAF Chief VR Chaudhari
Former Indian Air Force Chief VR Chaudhari discussed Operation Sindoor at an event held by the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. He highlighted how the IAF responded decisively to Pakistani aggre...
DRDO Successfully Completes User Evaluation Trials of Akash-NG Missile System
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed user evaluation trials for the Next Generation Akash missile system, marking a significant milestone in India's indi...
Pentagon Report on India-China Relations and Arunachal Pradesh: US Congress Anger in Chinese Report
The Pentagon's report emphasizes the strategic importance of Arunachal Pradesh to China and highlights tensions between India and China while discussing U.S. interest in the region. The report raises ...
DRDO Developing Long-Range Loitering Cruise Missile for IAF, Offering Real-Time Surveillance & Man-in-the-Loop Capabilities
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing a new long-range loitering cruise missile system for the Indian Air Force (IAF). This advanced weapon system will feature real-ti...
India To Launch Series Production of ASTRA MK-2: 200+ km Range AAM From July 2026
DRDO plans to initiate limited series production of the ASTRA MK-2 long-range air-to-air missile from July 2026. This advanced weapon is expected to significantly enhance India's indigenous defense ca...
ADA Accelerates TEJAS MK-2 Prototyping, AMCA Development With New Talent Hiring Drive
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) of India's Ministry of Defence has initiated a targeted recruitment drive aimed at augmenting its workforce for key indigenous fighter projects. The initiativ...
India New Zealand Sing Landmark Free Trade Agreement Ushering In Major Economic Gains
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has enthusiastically welcomed a recently concluded Free Trade Agreement between India and New Zealand, highlighting it as significant for delivering substantial ...
China’s Air Force Is ‘Wargaming’ Against Dassault Rafale Fighters
China's CCTV broadcast rare footage of PLAAF (People's Liberation Army Air Force) tabletop war games featuring eight J-16 multirole fighters against six French-made Rafale jets. The purpose was to sig...
Indian Navy’s Combat Aviation Capability Takes Wing
The Indian Navy has expanded its combat aviation capabilities with the acquisition of MH-60R Romeo helicopters, which are renowned for their all-weather and day-night operational capacity tailored for...
We Stopped Potential India-Pakistan Nuclear War: Donald Trump Repeats Unending Ceasefire Claim
In an interview, former U.S. President Donald Trump claims he was responsible for preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan by mediating a ceasefire. He states that both countries were on th...
IOL, SAFRAN Partner To Manufacture Navigation And Targeting Systems In India
India Optel Limited (IOL), a Mini Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking, signed a collaboration agreement with Safran Electronics & Defense on December 22, 2025, in New Delhi. The partnership aim...
Russia Steps Up For India Once More: Putin Proposes 3 Enhanced Submarines In Place of 1
Russia has offered to supply India with three refurbished Kilo-class diesel-electric submarines valued at under $1 billion to enhance the Indian Navy's underwater capabilities. This proposal comes aft...
Apollo Micro Systems Wins DRDO Tech Transfers For Directed Energy Weapon Systems
Apollo Micro Systems Limited, based in Hyderabad, has received approval from India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for technology transfers related to high-energy laser platform...
EAM Jaishankar Lands In Colombo; Set To Meet Sri Lankan Leadership Tomorrow
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Colombo on December 22, 2025, for diplomatic meetings with Sri Lankan leaders as part of India's Neighbourhood First Policy. The visit coincid...
HAL Secures 4 Bids for Strategic 20,000-Ton Isothermal Forging Press Facility To Boost Next-Gen Aero-Engines And Defence Production
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has received four bids for a 20,000-ton Isothermal Forging Press Facility aimed at enhancing India's indigenous production of advanced aero-engines and defence equi...
New Zealand Commits $20b Under India FTA
India and New Zealand have concluded negotiations on an important free trade agreement (FTA) which includes a pledge by New Zealand to invest USD 20 billion in foreign direct investment into India ove...
Indian Army Taps Academia For AI-Led Defence Push
The Indian Army has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Netaji Subhas University of Technology in Delhi for the joint development of military software and artificial intelligence solutions....
SSS Defence Secures L1 Status For NSG's 500 9×19mm Carbines
SSS Defence, an indigenous manufacturer based in Bangalore, has become the lowest bidder (L1) for supplying 500 units of 9×19 mm carbines to India's National Security Guard (NSG). The contract was awa...
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