Page 2 - DEFENCE AND GEOPOLITICAL NEWS
 "Logistical issues delay delivery of 3 Apache helicopters en route to India")
Logistical issues delay delivery of 3 Apache helicopters en route to India
The An-124 aircraft carrying the helicopters flew back to the US after remaining on the ground at an airport in the UK for eight days
 "President Droupadi Murmu takes Rafale sortie from Ambala air base")
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")
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
 "Quad exercise 2025: India to host first-ever joint air drill")
Quad exercise 2025: India to host first-ever joint air drill
The exercise will be led by India and the US, with Japan and Australia participating as observers. Japan had previously joined as an observer in Cope India 2023
 "Sweden set to get its first unmanned stealth jet in $276 million deal")
Sweden set to get its first unmanned stealth jet in $276 million deal
The programme focuses on a stealth-capable unmanned aircraft and a family of wingman drones, supporting long-term planning for a Gripen successor under the Koncept för Framtida Stridsflyg programme
 "Indian Navy adds a new warship or submarine every 40 days: PM Modi")
Indian Navy adds a new warship or submarine every 40 days: PM Modi
He regarded INS Vikrant as a symbol of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and India's growing defence self-reliance.
 "Lucknow-made BrahMos ready for action: All about India's supersonic missile")
Lucknow-made BrahMos ready for action: All about India's supersonic missile
The missile reportedly played a key role in precision strikes against Pakistan's military bases during Operation Sindoor on May 10, 2025
 "MiG-21 retires: Tracing the journey of India's first supersonic fighter jet")
MiG-21 retires: Tracing the journey of India's first supersonic fighter jet
For nearly 60 years, the MiG-21 was the backbone of the IAF, with over 900 aircraft inducted. Almost every IAF fighter pilot since the 1960s has trained on the MiG-21 before moving to other fighters.
 "India successfully tests Agni-Prime missile from rail-based launcher")
India successfully tests Agni-Prime missile from rail-based launcher
Defence Minister says 'first-of-its-kind launch' enhances country's military capability
 "WhAP facility opens in Morocco: All about India's first amphibious vehicle")
WhAP facility opens in Morocco: All about India's first amphibious vehicle
The WhAP is India's maiden amphibious infantry combat vehicle. It's wheeled, and is designed for improved survivability and lethality and all-terrain operations, according to the website of TASL.
 "UNSC meet on Estonian airspace breach: Russian jets involved explained")
UNSC meet on Estonian airspace breach: Russian jets involved explained
The Russian MiG-31 is also playing a vital role in the war with Ukraine. Here is all you need to know about the deadly fighter jet
 "Blueprint conclave: 'Looking to build national stock of critical minerals'")
Blueprint conclave: 'Looking to build national stock of critical minerals'
Reform, indigenisation key themes at Blueprint conclave
 "India today has best camera in moon's orbit: Isro Chairman V Narayanan")
India today has best camera in moon's orbit: Isro Chairman V Narayanan
Chandrayaan-3's success was a landmark in our space journey. It has given confidence to every one of us, not only at the Isro but also across the nation, said Isro Chairman V Narayanan
 "Long procurement cycle may lead to outdated weapons: Rajinder Singh Bhatia")
Long procurement cycle may lead to outdated weapons: Rajinder Singh Bhatia
A decade ago, the bureaucracy was not as receptive to private sector participation as today. We could not conduct trials in India, said Rajinder Singh Bhatia, chairman of Kalyani Strategic Systems
 "DRDO revamp on cards for faster tech delivery, says Defence Secretary")
DRDO revamp on cards for faster tech delivery, says Defence Secretary
India's defence sector has made significant strides in indigenisation, but the journey is ongoing, said Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh
 "Business Standard Blueprint to debut on Saturday at power-packed conclave")
Business Standard Blueprint to debut on Saturday at power-packed conclave
The magazine will also cover foreign military news -- both hardware and technological. It will analyse India's relations with other military powers
 "Defence output and exports scale new highs but fall short of targets")
Defence output and exports scale new highs but fall short of targets
India's defence manufacturing and exports have seen significant shifts over the past decade in production volumes, export values, and private sector participation
Rethinking the nuclear dimension in India-Pakistan relations
Doctrinal asymmetry, limited escalation thresholds, and China's shadow demand a recalibration of India's strategic posture
 "Defence spending, foreign buys decline")
Defence spending, foreign buys decline
India's defence spend has declined as a share of GDP and government expenditure, alongside a parallel drop in foreign acquisitions in capital defence purchases
 "Photo feature: Defence technology")
Photo feature: Defence technology
The latest around the world, from multirole fighter jets to automatic combat drones