Martand Mishra

Iran holds ground despite intense airstrikes on key facilities by US-Israel

The strikes targeted government buildings, military headquarters and command centres, disrupting Iran's leadership structure and decision-making network.

India eyes sixth-generation network-centric programmes in air combat

Unlike fifth-generation fighters such as stealth aircraft, these programmes are designed as integrated combat ecosystems

What are US bunker-buster bombs that hit Iran's underground missile sites?

Unlike conventional bombs that explode on impact, bunker-busters drill through layers of soil, rock or concrete before detonating inside the structure

From Khamenei to Larijani: Israel strikes at the heart of Iran's leadership

US-Israel targeting the top ranks across political, military, intelligence and research domains

Mojtaba Khamenei narrowly escaped death during Israeli strike: Report

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

India can emerge as strategic hub for unmanned systems: GAGC chief exec

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

Iran war: Israeli, US officials signal conflict could last several weeks

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

Australia deploys Wedgetail radar aircraft to the Gulf amid Iran war

The RAAF currently operates a fleet of six Wedgetail aircraft, which serve as Australia's primary airborne early-warning and command platforms.

High-power push

The indigenous Gallium nitride chips will boost the efficiency of missiles, drones and fighter aircraft

A glide bomb to hit targets from afar

Equipped with pre-fragmented or penetration-blast warheads

Redefining aerial combat

The 'eagle on arm' concept aims to build drones for frontline soldiers

India's private sector working on building Shahed-like kamikaze drones

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

Sparrow missile that killed Khamenei & how India is using the Israeli tech

India has already begun exploring this technology through its collaboration with Israeli defence manufacturers

MoD signs ₹5,083 crore helicopter, missile deals with HAL and Russia

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

US debuts precision strike missile to hit Iranian targets in Op Epic Fury

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

What is LUCAS? The US-built version of Iranian drone used in Op Epic Fury

Modelled on the Iranian Shahed-136, it is a one-way attack drone, designed to fly toward a target and detonate on impact

British PM refuses to let US use Diego Garcia base for air strikes on Iran

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

Indian Navy flaunts indigenous might in fleet review attended by 74 nations

Event showcases nation's naval power before a 74-country delegation that included both regional partners and a sanctioned Iran

Dutch official's 'jailbreak' remark on US F-35 fighter jet sparks fears

Gijs Tuinman's comment has reignited concerns over the operational sovereignty of US allies' fighter jet fleets

Kaveri to Manik: India seeks to build fighter jet aircraft engines

Defence Minister calls for speeding up efforts to achieve self-reliance in combat aircraft engine manufacturing