Defence News

Boxers from Indian Army make country proud at World Championships in Russia

The boxers who also serve the Indian Army have reached the quarter-finals of the World Boxing Championship.

Sep 18, 2019

Why is Pakistan worried about Astra missile test from BrahMos-equipped Su-30MKI?

Indigenously developed beyond-visual-range, air-to-air missile Astra makes frontline fighter Sukhoi-30MKI, in combination with Brahmos ground attack missile, a deadly spearhead for Balakot-like deep-penetration strikes.

Sep 18, 2019

Modi-Trump chemistry: Coping with a garrulous 'frenemy' in the White House

While Trump is scheduled to attend 'Howdy Modi!' event in Houston, Texas, the South Block mandarins are grappling with a suitable response to US President Trump's gestures punctuated by friendly fire on the trade front.

Sep 17, 2019

Watch | Air-to-Air missile Astra successfully flight tested from Su-30 MKI

Air Force successfully test-fires air-to-air Astra missile from Sukhoi-30 MKI

The indigenously designed air-to-air missile Astra was launched from Sukhoi-30 MKI combat aircraft as a part of user trials.

Sep 17, 2019

Afghan president-elect Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai

Blast at Afghan President's election rally kills 24; Ashraf Ghani unharmed

While no group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, the Taliban had stated that they would intensify attacks against Afghan and foreign forces in a bid to stop people from voting.

Sep 17, 2019

Defence manufacturing to get a boost as Russia mulls making of S-400 missiles in India

India has inked a $5.43 billion deal with Russia for the purchase of five S-400 air defence systems.

Sep 16, 2019

Navy traces Chinese nuclear warship Xian operating in southern Indian Ocean

The successful tracking down of the Chinese warship comes amid an increase in Chinese presence in the Indian Ocean, which has raised concerns in the government and the security establishment.

Sep 16, 2019

Will Trump drop in at Modi's Houston event upstaging Pakistan's Kashmir agenda?

Reports suggest Trump Campaign may not want to miss the opportunity Modi's presence gives for influencing Indian diaspora votes ahead of the 2020 election.

Sep 15, 2019

India, Malaysia undertake three-day joint naval military exercise

India and Malaysia are conducting a joint naval military exercise to test inter-operability of their navies in South East Asia and Western Pacific regions.

Sep 14, 2019

WATCH | Pakistani army raises white flag at LoC to retrieve bodies of 2 dead soldiers

After two Pakistani soldiers were killed by the Indian Army in retaliatory firing, Pakistan was forced to raise a white flag at the LoC to retrieve bodies of its soldiers.

Sep 14, 2019

Body of missing Indian Army officer found in Congo Lake

Lt Col Gaurav was posted with Indian Contingent in the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Sep 13, 2019

Swedish manufacturer Saab heats up fight for MRFA program, to hold meeting with Indian companies

Earlier this year, Lockheed Martin which is now offering F-21 aircraft to India, also kick-started its campaign to identify and partner with local vendors.

Sep 12, 2019

Indian Army is ready, government should decide on PoK: Army chief Bipin Rawat

General Rawat said that the Army is always ready to retrieve Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).

Sep 12, 2019

Adani's surprise entry heats up field for Rs 45,000-crore submarines project bid

Adani Group faces a strong field led by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, L&T and Reliance Naval and Engineering; Adani's claim is strengthened by a likely tie-up with Hindustan Shipyard Ltd, Visakhapatanam, and acquisition of Bengaluru-based Alpha Design Technologies that has tie-ups with Russian and Israeli companies

Sep 12, 2019

Indian Army clashes with Chinese troops near Ladakh's Pangong lake ahead of Arunachal war games

The Indian Army stated that the standoff between India and China has been resolved through delegation-level talks and an agreement by both sides was made as per bilateral mechanism.

Sep 12, 2019

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