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An easy alliance that grew bold

India and Israel move from a secretive beginning to a close strategic relationship

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Long procurement cycle may lead to outdated weapons: Rajinder Singh Bhatia

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

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

The magazine will also cover foreign military news -- both hardware and technological. It will analyse India's relations with other military powers

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

Military electronics - how nations are reinventing warfare

Radars, drones, lasers, and AI-powered systems mark the latest global push to strengthen surveillance and military deterrence

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

First dawn - India's new hours of independence

Under a monsoon sky on Aug 15, 1947, Indians shared pure joy

Army to acquire stealth-enabled long-range drones under modernisation plan

15-year plan reveals intent to acquire up to 70 drones for intelligence, jamming, and surveillance

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

From 'hybrid' to combat UAVs: India's 15-year drone arsenal plan explained

The armed forces plan to acquire over 670 unmanned aerial vehicles across multiple categories, enhancing surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat capabilities

Next-gen combat vehicle with UAV, loitering weapons to replace Army's T-72s

The army's FRCV will integrate human-machine teaming, ISR systems, and cyber-hardened networks to operate in a fully digitised battlefield

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

Land remains 'currency of victory' in wars: Army chief Gen Dwivedi

India's security and economic growth depend on leadership, indigenous innovation and coordinated response to challenges, he says

Market Radar - April 30 to May 30

The BS Defence stocks surged in the month of May following Operation Sindoor with companies like Astra Engineering and Paras Defence & Space Techno saw over 70 per cent 12 month price to earning ratio

How Galwan changed India's approach to China

China's step-by-step strategy and surprise tactics call for sharper intelligence, terrain-ready equipment, and stronger border infrastructure to deter future face-offs