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A writer-doctor on the frontlines of the Kargil war

The Kargil War Surgeon's Testimony, written by Arup Ratan Basu, is an account of survival, sacrifice, and the human cost of conflict, as seen from the frontlines of the conflict in 1999

Dragon talks

The Long Game: How the Chinese Negotiate with India by former foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale analyses the underlying pattern of how China does business

L&T, General Atomics partner to build drones for Indian armed forces

The Indian conglomerate will act as prime bidder, with the US firm to provide critical technology transfers

President Droupadi Murmu takes Rafale sortie from Ambala air base

The President said the 'unforgettable' experience gives her a fresh sense of pride in the country's defence capabilities

Rajnath to attend 12th Asean Defence Ministers meeting in Malaysia

The visit plans to reinforce India's commitment to regional peace and security through Asean partnership

Maritime security in Indo-Pacific becoming 'dynaxic': Admiral Tripathi

The Chief of Naval Staff called for a cooperative and holistic approach to safeguard peace and prosperity across the oceans

Centre doubles welfare aid for ex-servicemen & families

The Defence Ministry doubles financial assistance under three key schemes - Penury, Education, and Marriage Grants - benefiting over 3.4 million veterans and dependents nationwide

India's new anti-submarine vessel to strengthen coastal defence

India strengthens its coastal defence with the commissioning of INS Androth, a highly agile, indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel

India's race for rare earth minerals

From fighter jets to submarines, the country's external dependence on materials is challenging its self-reliance

India, UK conduct joint carrier strike operations in milestone Konkan 25

Carrier strike groups INS Vikrant and HMS Prince of Wales participate together for the first time

EU working on 'Drone Wall' after multiple airspace incursions from Russia

Copenhagen summit unveils plans for a pan-European shield against low-cost, high-impact unmanned aerial threats

Despite indigenous push, wait for India's fifth-gen Amca could be long

While the final Amca prototype is expected to take to the skies by 2029, final induction is projected for 2035, by which at least 8 IAF squadrons will have been retired

MiG-21 takes final flight over Indian skies, marking historic farewell

escribing the MiG-21 as a mighty machine and a national pride, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said there was a deep attachment to the aircraft that shaped our confidence

Satellite image reveals China's uncrewed CAV with 137-feet wing span

A combat-capable flying wing UCAV at Malan, underscoring Beijing's push to expand its stealth drone fleet and reshape air power dynamics

Pak, Saudi Arabia sign NATO-style defence pact after Israeli strike on Doha

India says it is 'committed to safeguarding its national interests' as deal is announced

US showcases Typhon missile system during Exercise Resolute Dragon in Japan

The debut of the Typhon land-based missile system in Japan highlights evolving US-Japan strategy as regional tensions sharpen over China

B-21 Raider undergoes intensive trials, set to replace B-2 Spirit

The new low-cost, next-gen stealth bomber strengthens flight testing and strategic deterrence as the US Air Force prepares for a fleet of over 100 B-21s

Poland invokes Article 4 over multiple airspace violations by Russia

Under Article 4 of Nato founding treaty, a member can bring any issue of concern to the table for discussion within the North Atlantic Council

As China unveils latest laser weapon, India has one up its sleeve

Indigenous laser weapon marks India's entry into a select group of nations with advanced directed-energy systems

Global powers eyeing combat-effectiveness with AI-based UCAVs

India has already conducted an engine ground run of its CATS Warrior