Russian Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jet

India Rejects NYT Allegations of HAL Supplying British Aerospace Tech to Russia

A recent report published by The New York Times (NYT) on March 28, 2025, has ignited a diplomatic and geopolitical firestorm. The article alleged that India's state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) redirected sensitive British aerospace components to Russia, potentially bolstering...
156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) Prachand

India Signs Landmark Defense Contracts for 156 LCH Prachand Helicopters with HAL

In a major step toward strengthening India’s indigenous defense capabilities, the Ministry of Defense (MoD) has signed two significant contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the acquisition of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) Prachand. Valued at ₹62,700 crore ($7.3...
As Il-78MKI Midas Fleet Struggles, India Secures Alternative Air-to-Air Refueling Support via Leasing Agreements

Il-78MKI Midas Fleet Struggles: India Secures Alternative Air-to-Air Refueling Support via Leasing Agreements

In a significant move to address its long-standing aerial refueling challenges, the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced the leasing of aerial refueling aircraft from both private military contractor Metrea and the French Air Force. This development marks a...
f-35 stealth fighters

Portugal, Canada, and Germany Hesitate on F-35 Acquisition: What It Means for India

In a significant development, Portugal and Canada are expressing hesitancy over proceeding with the acquisition of F-35 stealth fighters from the United States. Adding to this, military experts from Germany have also voiced concerns about purchasing American stealth aircraft. These...
Crude Oil

U.S. Crude Oil Exports to India Surge to Two-Year High Amid Tighter Russian Sanctions

India Diversifies Oil Imports as U.S. Sanctions Reshape Global Trade U.S. crude oil exports to India surged to their highest levels in over two years in February, reaching approximately 357,000 barrels per day (bpd), according to ship tracking data from...
Wild Elephant in Kerala

Elderly Tribal Couple Trampled to Death by Wild Elephant in Kerala: Rising Man-Animal Conflict Sparks Protest

In yet another tragic instance of human-wildlife conflict, an elderly tribal couple was trampled to death by a wild elephant at Aralam Farm in Kerala’s Kannur district on Sunday evening, officials confirmed. The victims, identified as Velli (82) and his...
INS JalAshwa

India Accelerates Amphibious Warfare Capabilities with UK Partnership for Electric Propulsion LPDs

TROPEX 2025 Highlights the Indian Navy’s Amphibious Capabilities Gap The Indian Navy’s largest maritime wargame, Theatre-Level Operational Readiness Exercise (TROPEX) 2025, has placed a renewed focus on amphibious operations. However, India currently operates just one Landing Platform Dock (LPD)—the INS Jalashwa—leased from...
T-72M1 Ajeya main battle tank, Indian Army

L&T Partners with Rafael to Locally Manufacture Trophy APS for Indian Army Tanks

Indian engineering giant Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to locally manufacture and supply the Trophy Active Protection System (APS) for Indian defense platforms. The announcement was made during...
Russia Unleashes Devastating Barrage on Ukraine, Deepening Winter Fears

Ukraine Peace Talks and Asia’s Strategic Dilemma: Global Fallout of a Negotiated Settlement

As diplomatic efforts intensify between the United States and Russia, the prospect of a negotiated peace in Ukraine carries seismic geopolitical and economic implications that extend far beyond Europe. Nowhere is this more pronounced than in Asia, where regional powers—from...
F-35 Lightning II fighter jets

Trump’s F-35 Offer to India: A Game-Changer or a Costly Gamble?

The recent offer from former US President Donald Trump to sell F-35 Lightning II fighter jets to India has sparked a debate in defense and geopolitical circles. The offer, if pursued, would mark a major shift in India’s military procurement...
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