Defence News

Indian Army's massive crackdown on construction scams; MES under CBI scanner

The Indian Army has handed the Meerut project led by Military Engineer Services (MES) to the CBI, but more are likely to follow. Read for details.

Oct 31, 2020

US offers F-18 Super hornet fighters to Indian Navy; but money can play spoil sport [Explained]

Historically, budget allocation to armed forces has always been lesser than the requested amount. The cash crunch has resulted in the Navy cutting on its capital acquisition.

Oct 29, 2020

India, US to discuss ways to neutralise China's aggression next week [details]

India and the United States may have a military deal next week over satellite data. After this agreement, India can detect missiles and drones from satellite data, gaining a significant advantage over China.

Oct 23, 2020

Black Day of J&K: When Pakistan brutalised valley until Indian Army despatched them to hell

The Jammu and Kashmir govt is observing 'Black Day' against the cowardly attack of Pakistan on Oct 22, 1947. Scroll down to find out what exactly happened on the fateful that changed the relationship between India and Pakistan forever.

Oct 22, 2020

India has China surrounded: In a first, Australian Navy to participate in Malabar Naval Exercise

The development holds a huge significance as this is the first time that the Australian Navy would be participating in the naval exercise along with the United States and Japan.

Oct 19, 2020

Young Kashmiri militants willing to turn new leaf get rewarded | Details

Notably, in past the government have made similar policies with the same objective but little progress have been made on ground.

Oct 16, 2020

PAK's propaganda against India continues; accuses India of inflicting terror

In a lengthy interview on wide ranging issues, Pak NSA also talks about Mumbai terror attacks of 2008, Gilgit Baltistan and Kulbhushan Jadhav

Oct 14, 2020

Psychological training for all Indian Army soldiers in J&K: Here's the rationale behind the move

Over the years, the role of Army has come under scanner for using excessive force and collateral damages. Citing these issues, the Army is has planned to train its troops for people friendly operation in the valley.

Oct 13, 2020

Reliance Naval loses ₹2,500cr contract; Indian Navy waited 9 years for deliveries

Navy signed a contract to acquire five warships way back in 2011 much before Anil Ambani led Reliance Group took over the Gujarat-based shipyard from its former owner Nikhil Gandhi.

Oct 10, 2020

India's anti-radiation missile can hit any radio frequency emitting target

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the Defence Research and Development Organisation and other stakeholders for the successful test of the first indigenous anti-radiation missile for the Indian Air Force.

Oct 10, 2020

China issues a diktat letter to India media; get lost, says angry Taiwan

Follow one-China policy, says the letter. It also asks the media to not address Taiwan as a nation or a country and its leader as 'President'

Oct 8, 2020

India-China border stand-off: Troops guarding LAC to get Sig Sauer assault rifles

It is to be noted that the first batch of these American rifles has already been delivered to Indian Army stationed in Jammu and Kashmir for the counter insurgency operations.

Oct 6, 2020

Indian Air Force Day 2020: Rich history, fascinating facts every Indian must take pride in

Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on October 8 every year. Here's a look at everything you need to know.

Oct 5, 2020

Atal Tunnel not enough; India needs aggressive Infra push to counter China

The activities has picked up pace in the recent past with India doubling the budget for vital roads and bridges along the disputed border with China

Oct 4, 2020

India test-fires Shaurya missile; can strike target at 800kms: China should be worried

As India-China border conflict escalate, India is seen moving swiftly to upgrade its weapons arsenal by making two important additions - first BrahMos and now Shaurya missile.

Oct 3, 2020