Martand Mishra has started his reporting career with defence coverage. He is a graduate of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. He enjoys reading books on defence, history and biographies.
The Defence Acquisition Council approved proposals worth ₹2.38 trillion, prioritising air defence, surveillance and modernisation across the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard
The strikes targeted government buildings, military headquarters and command centres, disrupting Iran's leadership structure and decision-making network.
The strike killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other senior figures. Mojtaba's wife and his son were killed instantly when a missile hit their residence
Long-endurance surveillance drones and industrial partnerships are set to deepen India-US defence cooperation and expand India's role in the global unmanned systems ecosystem
The fighting, which began with US-Israeli strikes on Iranian military and strategic infrastructure in late February, has quickly expanded into a broader regional confrontation
These systems can play an important role in India's future operations along the borders, where long-range precision strike capabilities and persistent surveillance are critical
The Dornier 228 is a light transport and maritime patrol aircraft known for its short take-off and landing capability, making it ideal for operations from coastal airstrips
Unlike cruise missiles, which fly low and remain powered throughout flight, the PrSM relies on speed and altitude for survivability, making it harder to intercept
Disagreement over access has reportedly jeopardised the planned transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, as President Trump signals a more aggressive stance toward Tehran
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