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Martand Mishra
Martand Mishra
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.
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.
Martand Mishra
Defence Ministry signs ₹4,106 cr deals for IAF satellite, Navy torpedoes
Communication satellite contract worth ₹2,563 crore; ₹1,543 crore deal for torpedoes
 "Defence Ministry signs ₹4,106 cr deals for IAF satellite, Navy torpedoes")
A trial by fire
The Agnipath policy is a unique experiment. Its success hinges on clarity and acceptance
 "A trial by fire")
System profile: Iron Beam
It uses a high-resolution thermal imager, targeting system, and adaptive optics to track and engage aerial threats for several km.
 "System profile: Iron Beam")
US asks military to prepare for possible resumption of strikes against Iran
If strikes resume, US operations are expected to focus on Iranian nuclear, infrastructure and energy sites
 "US asks military to prepare for possible resumption of strikes against Iran")
France plans trials of AI-powered 'wingmen' for Rafale jets by 2028
The initiative is part of a broader effort to develop crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities and prepare the French Air Force for future combat environments.
What Project Meridian, led by Musk and Palmer Luckey, means for US defence
It is expected to provide recommendations on the technological and operational requirements of the next-generation battlefield
After UAE, Egypt too warned Israel about October 7 attack: Report
Egyptian officials had previously raised concerns about the situation in Gaza in June and September 2023
 "After UAE, Egypt too warned Israel about October 7 attack: Report")
Defence Ministry orders 160 anti-airfield weapons for Indian Air Force
The Rs 810.79 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics covers 160 satellite-guided glide bombs and associated equipment, with deliveries scheduled between 2027-28 and 2028-29
 "Defence Ministry orders 160 anti-airfield weapons for Indian Air Force")
JCBL group gets technology transfer for 20-tonne heavy drop system
The system is designed to air-drop heavy equipment, armoured vehicles into remote and high-altitude areas
 "JCBL group gets technology transfer for 20-tonne heavy drop system")
A new small engine for high-speed items
IIT Madras-incubated D-Propulse has tested a rotating detonation engine that could power smaller, faster missiles and drones, but certification and longer-duration trials remain key challenges.
 "A new small engine for high-speed items")
The road to somewhere
India needs a military-industrial complex because it might run out of options, experts say
 "The road to somewhere")
US-made electronics found in Russian missiles: Ukrainian intelligence
According to the assessment, the missile's production involves 70 companies and 84 individuals, covering its guidance, propulsion, warhead, onboard computer and other systems
Tata Advanced Systems to explore co-production of Javelin missiles in India
TASL and the Javelin Joint Venture will explore final assembly and integration of the anti-tank missile rounds and component production capabilities in India
 "Tata Advanced Systems to explore co-production of Javelin missiles in India")
Govt eases defence export rules, widens access to global market
OGEL validity has been increased from two to three years, while its country coverage has been expanded, barring sensitive nations and those under UN sanctions
 "Govt eases defence export rules, widens access to global market")
HAL, Safran signs contract to develop helicopter engines for armed forces
The 3,500-4,000 shp Aravalli engine will power HAL's indigenous IMRH and naval variant, with development shared equally and production planned at Tumakuru, Karnataka
 "HAL, Safran signs contract to develop helicopter engines for armed forces")
India's Rafale demand keeps French defence exports high: Report
The Rafale deal is part of a broader India-France defence relationship as the two countries agreed to expand cooperation in "co-design, co-development and co-production".
18 US troops killed so far, number of injured crosses 750 in Iran war
The updated figures come as negotiations between the US and Iran remain stalled and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue
 "18 US troops killed so far, number of injured crosses 750 in Iran war")
Russia's new drone bases near Nato territory raise threat across Europe
The investigation identified 10 Russian bases with newly built launch pads for advanced Iranian-modelled Shahed-type drones
PM Modi sets sights on global leadership in advanced defence technology
The Prime Minister called for greater capabilities in hypersonic technology, drones and counter-drone systems, adding that India must emerge as a global supplier of advanced military equipment
 "PM Modi sets sights on global leadership in advanced defence technology")
US CENTCOM launches multinational attack drone task force in West Asia
The new formation follows Task Force Scorpion Strike, a specialised unit established last year as the US military's first dedicated one-way attack drone squadron in West Asia
 "US CENTCOM launches multinational attack drone task force in West Asia")