Former Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane’s unpublished memoir has reopened an important national debate: how much operational freedom should India’s military leadership exercise during moments of crisis. His account of the 2020 India-China military standoff in eastern Ladakh describes a moment of extreme tension when he was asked to…
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Agni-3 Missile Test Success Boosts India’s Deterrence
India on Thursday successfully conducted the test-firing of the Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) Agni-3 from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha, marking another important milestone in the country’s strategic defence preparedness. The launch, carried out on February 6, 2026, validated all operational and technical parameters of the…
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Shri Divakar Jayant Takes Charge as DG Naval Armament
Shri Divakar Jayant, a senior officer of the Indian Naval Armament Service (INAS), has assumed charge as the Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA) at Naval Headquarters under the Ministry of Defence. He took over the prestigious appointment on February 2, 2026, marking a significant leadership transition in one of…
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Russia’s Chip Push Secures India’s S-400, Su-57 Future
Russia’s decision to establish its first full-cycle domestic manufacturing facility for microwave microchips marks a strategic shift that could significantly impact advanced defence platforms such as the S-400 air-defence system and the Su-57 stealth fighter. The move directly addresses long-standing concerns over Russia’s reliance on foreign semiconductor supply chains and…
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Op Sindoor Showcased ICG’s Frontline Maritime Role: Rajnath
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor demonstrated seamless inter-service coordination within India’s multi-layered maritime security framework and reaffirmed the Indian Coast Guard’s role as a frontline force safeguarding the nation’s maritime borders. Addressing the 50th Raising Day celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in New…
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India’s Air Dominance in Operation Sindoor Forced Ceasefire
India’s overwhelming air superiority during Operation Sindoor played a decisive role in forcing Pakistan to seek a ceasefire during the four-day military confrontation between May 7 and May 10, 2025, according to a detailed European military analysis. The report concludes that New Delhi maintained escalation dominance throughout the conflict, successfully…
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IAF Garud Commandos Earn Maroon Beret at Chandinagar
The Indian Air Force on January 17 marked a significant milestone with the Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade at the Garud Regimental Training Centre (GRTC), Air Force Station Chandinagar. The parade celebrated the successful completion of one of the most demanding training programs in the armed forces by the Air Force…
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India’s Project-75I: Submarines Shift China-Pak Game
India’s decision to move decisively ahead with Project-75I marks a defining moment in the country’s maritime security strategy. The ₹72,000-crore ($8 billion) programme to build six next-generation conventional submarines reflects New Delhi’s intent to counter rising undersea challenges from both Pakistan and China while strengthening indigenous defence manufacturing.As German Chancellor…
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Indian Navy Showcases Maritime Heritage at Book Fair 2026
The Indian Navy is highlighting India’s rich maritime heritage at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026, reinforcing its commitment to preserving naval history and inspiring future generations. The nine-day cultural and literary event, organised by the National Book Trust (NBT) under the Ministry of Education, has brought together publishers,…
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China’s JY-27 Radar Fails in Venezuela During US Raid
The dramatic US military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has triggered intense global scrutiny of Venezuela’s air defence capabilities, particularly the performance of Chinese-supplied JY-27 “anti-stealth” radar systems. Defence analysts now question whether the much-hyped Chinese radar lived up to its claims after US…