Defence News

Iran's top nuclear scientist killed in deadly shootout: Tehran blames Israel, US, vows revenge

The assassination would further deteriorate relations between Iran and US-backed Israel threatening peace in the West Asian region.

Nov 28, 2020

India to deploy drones to monitor Ladakh borders amid fierce standoff with China

As the ongoing conflict with China enters colder days, the Indian defense forces have been using emergency powers to procure military weapons.

Nov 26, 2020

Indian Army considering 615 women officers for permanent commission [details here]

In a significant move towards women empowerment in the force, the Indian Army is considering 615 women serving officers for permanent commission and allowing 40 percent to continue serving in the force.

Nov 19, 2020

Indo-China border standoff: Three phased disengagement plan ready in Ladakh [details]

The development is significant with the fact that the initial rounds of talks have failed to bear any fruits for India.

Nov 11, 2020

Winter is coming: China building tunnels for all-weather access in Doklam

After stopping construction momentarily in 2017, the PLA has aggressively ramped up infrastructure in Doklam to ensure the free movement of its troops.

Nov 9, 2020

Proposal to increase retirement age, cut down pension in armed forces irks officers, veterans

Pension accounted for around 28 percent of the defense budget in running the financial year.

Nov 5, 2020

Nepal's budding friendship with China costs dearly; PLA seizes more Nepali territory

This is the second incident in many months when allegations have been made against China for seceding Nepal land.

Nov 3, 2020

Indian Army's massive crackdown on construction scams; MES under CBI scanner

The Indian Army has handed the Meerut project led by Military Engineer Services (MES) to the CBI, but more are likely to follow. Read for details.

Oct 31, 2020

US offers F-18 Super hornet fighters to Indian Navy; but money can play spoil sport [Explained]

Historically, budget allocation to armed forces has always been lesser than the requested amount. The cash crunch has resulted in the Navy cutting on its capital acquisition.

Oct 29, 2020

India, US to discuss ways to neutralise China's aggression next week [details]

India and the United States may have a military deal next week over satellite data. After this agreement, India can detect missiles and drones from satellite data, gaining a significant advantage over China.

Oct 23, 2020

Black Day of J&K: When Pakistan brutalised valley until Indian Army despatched them to hell

The Jammu and Kashmir govt is observing 'Black Day' against the cowardly attack of Pakistan on Oct 22, 1947. Scroll down to find out what exactly happened on the fateful that changed the relationship between India and Pakistan forever.

Oct 22, 2020

India has China surrounded: In a first, Australian Navy to participate in Malabar Naval Exercise

The development holds a huge significance as this is the first time that the Australian Navy would be participating in the naval exercise along with the United States and Japan.

Oct 19, 2020

Young Kashmiri militants willing to turn new leaf get rewarded | Details

Notably, in past the government have made similar policies with the same objective but little progress have been made on ground.

Oct 16, 2020

PAK's propaganda against India continues; accuses India of inflicting terror

In a lengthy interview on wide ranging issues, Pak NSA also talks about Mumbai terror attacks of 2008, Gilgit Baltistan and Kulbhushan Jadhav

Oct 14, 2020

Psychological training for all Indian Army soldiers in J&K: Here's the rationale behind the move

Over the years, the role of Army has come under scanner for using excessive force and collateral damages. Citing these issues, the Army is has planned to train its troops for people friendly operation in the valley.

Oct 13, 2020

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