Page 2 - Reports and news analyses
 "Taxiing in: India's stealth fighter")
Taxiing in: India's stealth fighter
The privately held "big four" may yet land safely, despite the presence of public sector giant HAL in the race
 "Border blitz")
Border blitz
India is ramping up infrastructure on its land frontiers, but major challenges remain
 "A 'compact' missile for wider use")
A 'compact' missile for wider use
It weighs up to 1,500 kilograms and has stealthier features and precision-guided ability
 "FRCV: Right tank for the drone age?")
FRCV: Right tank for the drone age?
Experts say land warfare remains a real possibility, given India's neighbourhood
 "India takes a Taliban call")
India takes a Taliban call
India takes first official steps to re-engage with the Taliban government
 "Can Gaza rise from rubble?")
Can Gaza rise from rubble?
Palestinian officials shed light on the challenges of postwar reconstruction
 "Pakistan set to induct Chinese Hangor-class sub next year")
Pakistan set to induct Chinese Hangor-class sub next year
In an estimated $5 billion deal, four submarines will be built and delivered by China by 2028, while the other four will be made in Pakistan under the technology transfer agreement
 "Russia's nuclear 'Poseidon' torpedo ready to go to sea: What we know so far")
Russia's nuclear 'Poseidon' torpedo ready to go to sea: What we know so far
It is designed to carry nuclear-powered Poseidon torpedoes capable of striking any target over long distances with a top speed of 185 km/h in low noise
 "What is the G2 grouping that Trump sought to revive in his meeting with Xi?")
What is the G2 grouping that Trump sought to revive in his meeting with Xi?
Talks focus on easing tariffs and export curbs as both countries explore renewing their partnership
 "L&T, General Atomics partner to build drones for Indian armed forces")
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
 "Maritime security in Indo-Pacific becoming 'dynaxic': Admiral Tripathi")
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
 "Putin hails successful test of nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile")
Putin hails successful test of nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile
Moscow's latest trial of the long-range, nuclear-capable cruise missile underscores Russia's defiance of Western pressure amid the Ukraine war and renewed US scrutiny
 "Army fast-tracks modernisation of infantry units with new weapons and tech")
Army fast-tracks modernisation of infantry units with new weapons and tech
From loitering munitions and drones to light commando battalions, the Army is overhauling its 382 infantry units to boost battlefield lethality, mobility and situational awareness
 "Centre doubles welfare aid for ex-servicemen & families")
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
 "French general 'interested in learning' about India's long-range weapons")
French general 'interested in learning' about India's long-range weapons
France looks to India's homegrown rocket and drone systems for next-gen artillery upgrades
 "A torpedo's looming endurance test")
A torpedo's looming endurance test
The Varunastra is being developed for range and speed to take on future submarine threats in the region
 "Israel will continue to use 'creative ways' to surprise enemies: Ambassador")
Israel will continue to use 'creative ways' to surprise enemies: Ambassador
Two years since the Hamas attack, Israel has successfully targeted the group's leadership across West Asia, Reuven Azar said
 "Satellite imagery shows China's UCAVs nearing operational status")
Satellite imagery shows China's UCAVs nearing operational status
Images from Planet Labs' archives show at least three GJ-11 drones stationed at the strategic Shigatse Air Base from August 6 to September 5
 "India to get UK missile that boosted Ukraine's firepower against Russia")
India to get UK missile that boosted Ukraine's firepower against Russia
India strengthens tactical strike capabilities with British Lightweight Multirole Missiles, marking a new chapter in defence collaboration with the UK
 "HAL's fighter jet delivery timeline moves closer to commitment")
HAL's fighter jet delivery timeline moves closer to commitment
With MiG-21s retired and fighter numbers dwindling, the IAF looks to the Tejas Mark 1A rollout to fill the gap and strengthen India's aerial defence capabilities
