Politics
Geopolitics
IAF Modernises Mirage And MiG-29
The (ADA) are working together to modernise the Mirage-2000 and MiG-29 fleets with indigenous hardware.
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March 2026
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BEL Safran Partner for PGMs
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran have signed produce HAMMER Smart Precision-Guided Munitions (PGM).
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March 2026
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DRDO Develops New ATGG Engine
DRDO is DIndigenous developing the ATGG (Aeropropulsion Technology Gasgenerator) engine to power a new generation of lightweight cruise missiles.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
General Atomics Offers AEW Drones
General Atomics is offering India an airborne early warning (AEW) variant of the MQ-9B drone, potentially expanding an existing $3 billion deal for 31 SeaGuardian and SkyGuardian UAVs.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
IMPLICATIONS OF SECURITY ACTION FOR EUROPE
I here is a window OT opportunity for Indian firms and the Indian government to collaborate with European nations to develop weapons
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March 2026
Geopolitics
Indigenous Marine Engine Delivery Update
Kiosk irloskar Oil Engines Ltd (KOEL) is on schedule to deliver India's first domestically produced 6 MW marine diesel engine to the Indian Navy by April 2028.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
BEML DEBUTS NEW TROOP CARRIER
BEML Limited has unveiled its indigenous Armoured Troop Carrier Vehicle (ATCV), supporting India’s \"Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative in the field of protected mobility.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
FORCES IN FLUX
India's paramilitary forces operate across hostile borders, insurgency zones, and critical infrastructure sites while also compassionately alleviating the suffering of people during floods, earthquakes, and pandemics. However, their heroic efforts are hampered by outdated equipment, inadequate training, poorly powered posts, and insufficient infrastructure.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
Kaveri Engine Progress Signals Maturity
The indigenous Kaveri engine has achieved a major milestone with successful full afterburner tests, signalling significant progress towards self-reliance in propulsion.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
ARMY HUNTS DRONE CATCHER SYSTEMS
The Indian Army is seeking \"drone catchers\" to counter the increasing threat of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and swarms on the battlefield.
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March 2026
Geopolitics
Tata expands Morocco push with LAMV offer
After securing an order for its WhAP 8x8 armoured vehicle from the Royal Moroccan Army, Tata Advanced Systems Limited is now actively promoting its Light Armoured Multipurpose Vehicle in the same market.
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February 2026
Geopolitics
Armenia eyes India's Astra Missile for Su-30SM fleet
Armenia is in advanced discussions with India to acquire the Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, signalling a deepening of defence ties between the two countries.
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February 2026
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SUVI V1 becomes India's first Type-Certified UAV
In India's unmanned aviation sector has reached a significant regulatory milestone with Okulo Aerospace announcing that its SUVI V1 platform has received Type Certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
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February 2026
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Swan Defence wins Oman naval training ship contract
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries has secured a defence export contract from the Government of the Sultanate of Oman for the construction and supply of an advanced naval training ship for the Royal Navy of Oman.
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February 2026
Geopolitics
HAL'S 'DHRUV' BET
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is attempting a careful reset of the Dhruv helicopter narrative, positioning the platform simultaneously as a cornerstone of India's future civil helicopter market and as a rehabilitated workhorse returning to frontline maritime service.
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February 2026
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India Offers Su-30MKM Upgrade to Malaysia
India has offered a midlife modernisation package for Malaysia's fleet of 18 Sukhoi Su-30MKM fighters, marking a significant step in bilateral defence-industrial cooperation.
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February 2026
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Astra upgrade rooted in indigenous R and D
Recent reports linking the Indian Air Force's Astra missile upgrades to Chinese PL-15 technology have been firmly dismissed by defence officials and scientists.
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February 2026
Geopolitics
COMMAND OR COMPLIANCE? RECLAIMING THE SPIRIT OF MILITARY INITIATIVE
What does it truly mean to be a military leader in a democracy? It is a question sparked by the recent controversy surrounding General Manoj Naravane's memoir. While the government always has the final say, a great general shouldn't just wait for instructions; they must lead with confidence, give honest advice, and take decisive action on the battlefield. KARAN KHARAB highlights why India needs a military culture that rewards bold Initiative over hesitation and \"seeking orders.\"
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February 2026
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India's integrated air combat plan from Mk1A to MkIII
India's combat aviation landscape is entering a defining phase, marked by parallel developments in aircraft production and missile technology that together reflect a broader push toward operational self-reliance.
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February 2026
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DEFENCE BUDGET 2026-27: FOCUS ON CAPITAL ACQUISITIONS
While there is an overall increase in the latest defence budget, the statistics only tell half of the story, explains AMIT COWSHISH
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February 2026
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DRDO eyes extended range for Rudram 1 missile
After achieving performance gains in the Astra air-to-air missile family, the Defence Research and Development Organisation is now examining ways to enhance the range of the Rudram 1 anti-radiation missile.
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February 2026
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LR ASHM signals India's shift to hypersonic maritime deterrence
India's Long Range Anti-Ship Missile is emerging as a potential game changer in maritime strike capability, with defence analysts suggesting it could surpass the BrahMos cruise missile's performance envelope in both speed and range.
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February 2026
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Indian Navy stabilises MiG-29 K Zhuk ME radar
In a major step for indigenous defence sustainment, the Indian Navy and domestic industry have successfully stabilised the performance of the MiG-29K fleet's Zhuk-ME radar, addressing longstanding reliability issues.
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February 2026
Geopolitics
A NEW NUCLEAR ARMS-RACE?
On 5th February 2026, the final remaining nuclear arms control agreement between the United States and Russia, known as the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), expired. Now, for the first time since the early 1970s, there are no legally binding limits on American and Russian strategic nuclear forces.
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February 2026
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COUNTERING NUCLEAR EXPANSION OF CHINA AND PAKISTAN
Agni-P and MIRV-Equipped Agni-5 Are Redefining India's Strategic Deterrence, writes JOSEPH P CHACKO
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February 2026
Geopolitics
AMCA at the crossroads
India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme has entered a decisive and unusually public phase, in which industrial structure, timelines, and institutional roles are being debated almost as intensively as the aircraft's technical configuration.
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February 2026
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India and the US deepen defence technology cooperation
India and the United States have advanced discussions on strengthening collaboration in critical and emerging defence technologies during the 24th Indo-US Joint Technical Group Plenary Meeting held in New Delhi on February 3 and 4.
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February 2026
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Adani and Leonardo forge helicopter manufacturing alliance
Adani Defence and Aerospace has entered into a strategic partnership with Italy's Leonardo to establish an integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India.
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February 2026
Geopolitics
FOUR STATES, FOUR VISIONS: INSIDE INDIA'S RARE EARTH POWER PLAY
In the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a transformative initiative to establish dedicated Rare Earth Corridors across India's mineral-rich coastal states.
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February 2026
Geopolitics
KSSL develops 155mm Gun on 4x4 platform
Kalyani Strategic Systems confirmed the development of a 155mm 52 calibre artillery gun mounted on a 4x4 wheeled chassis, a configuration described as a world first in its category.
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