China’s Type 076 “Sichuan”

China’s Type 076 “Sichuan” Begins Sea Trials, Marking a New Era in Hybrid Amphibious–Drone Carrier Warfare

The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has entered a transformative new phase in its naval modernisation campaign with the commencement of maiden sea trials for the Sichuan, the first-in-class Type 076 amphibious assault ship. This next-generation platform is engineered to...
China’s HQ-20 surface-to-air missile system

China’s HQ-20 Live Fire Test Marks Major Leap in PLAAF Air Defense Modernization

China has released a landmark Air Force anniversary film showcasing the world’s first publicly documented live fire test of the HQ-20 surface-to-air missile system, offering unprecedented insight into one of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force’s (PLAAF) most secretive new-generation...
IAF’s Su-30MKI Jets Join French Fighters for ‘Garuda 25’ Air Exercise in France

IAF’s Su-30MKI Jets Join French Fighters for ‘Garuda 25’ Air Exercise in France

The Indian Air Force (IAF) will conduct advanced air combat drills alongside French multi-role fighters during the latest edition of the bilateral exercise Garuda 25, scheduled from November 16 to 27 at Mont-de-Marsan Air Base in France, officials announced on...
Safran Offers 100% Technology Transfer for AMCA Engine in Landmark Proposal to Boost India’s Defence Self-Reliance

Safran Offers 100% Technology Transfer for AMCA Engine in Landmark Proposal to Boost India’s Defence Self-Reliance

In a major boost to India’s ambitions for defence self-reliance, French aerospace giant Safran has formally proposed to co-develop a next-generation fighter jet engine for the country’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program — with a full 100% transfer of...
India has intensified diplomatic and military pressure on Russia, demanding a clear and credible delivery schedule for the remaining two squadrons of the S-400 Triumf air defence system. The escalating push comes amid mounting delays in the $5.43 billion deal signed in 2018—delays now threatening a planned follow-on purchase worth an additional $1.1 billion.

India Pressures Russia Over Delayed S-400 Triumf air defence system Deliveries, Considers Revising Future Procurement Plans

India has intensified diplomatic and military pressure on Russia, demanding a clear and credible delivery schedule for the remaining two squadrons of the S-400 Triumf air defence system. The escalating push comes amid mounting delays in the $5.43 billion deal...
Indian Navy Astra Mk2 on MiG-29K and Rafale M

Indian Navy Integrates Astra Mk2 on MiG-29K and Rafale M to Counter China–Pakistan Long-Range Missile Edge

In a significant boost to India’s defence self-reliance and maritime strike capability, the Indian Navy is fast-tracking the induction of the indigenous Astra Mk2 Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) for its carrier-based fighter squadrons. The move marks one of...
Mudh-Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh

India Operationalises Strategic Mudh-Nyoma Airbase, Located Just 25 km from China Border, Boosting Military Readiness in Ladakh

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday operationalised the strategically vital Mudh-Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh, marking a major enhancement in India’s airpower posture along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China. The milestone was underscored by Chief of...
Malabar 2025 Naval Exercise

Australia Joins India, Japan, and US for Malabar 2025 Naval Exercise to boost Indo-Pacific security

Australia has officially joined India, Japan, and the United States for Exercise Malabar 2025, a high-profile Indo-Pacific maritime exercise designed to boost interoperability, strategic coordination, and collective maritime security. The Australian Ministry of Defence confirmed the nation’s participation on Wednesday,...
Apache AH-64E attack helicopters

Twist In Apache Delivery: India-Bound AH-64E Choppers Turn Back Mid-Route, Raising Questions Over Technical Or Diplomatic Issues

The Indian Army was finally set to receive the second and final batch of Apache AH-64E attack helicopters from the United States. But in an unexpected twist, the shipment that was already airborne never reached India. Instead, the Antonov An-124...
AH-64E Apache attack helicopters

Turkey Blocks India’s AH-64E Apache Delivery: Diplomatic Rift Delays Critical Army Helicopter Induction

In a striking development that underscores deepening geopolitical rifts, Turkey appears to have obstructed the delivery of the Indian Army’s second and final batch of six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters. Ordered from the United States in 2020, the aircraft were...
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