Ranjit Kumar

Unmanned aerial systems are poised to become a fundamental component of future military operations, both in the air and on the ground.

Strategic advancements in India’s submarine fleet not only reflect a commitment to strengthening national security but also signify a broader ambition to secure maritime interests.

PM Narendra Modi was one of the first international leaders to congratulate Donald Trump and one of the first to have telephonic call with the President-elect after he won the race for the White House

Over the years, India has embarked on a series of maritime initiatives aimed at enhancing its influence and presence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and beyond.

The Defence Space Agency has announced successful completion of ‘Antariksha Abhyas – 2024', held from Nov 11-13. It comes amid an escalating threat perception in the realm of space.

The test is poised to be transformative: existing missile defence systems are ineffective against such high-speed projectiles, which means they missile can strike targets without interception.

Although the proportion of Russian arms in India's defence imports has decreased, India has actively pursued new agreements with Russian companies to enhance its military capabilities.

Indian naval engineers have designed an autonomous vessel capable of inflicting significant damage on enemy ships. The effectiveness of such vessels has been evidenced by Ukraine against Russia.

Once completed, INS Varsha will stand as the second dedicated nuclear submarine base in the Indo-Pacific, after China’s Hainan nuclear submarine base.

The evolving defence & political relationship between Nepal & China, coupled with rising anti-India sentiments among certain factions in Nepal’s political landscape, has created a complex dynamic.