India's Defence Reforms 2025: Record Growth & Tech Milestones
2025 marked a transformative year for India's defence sector with record production, exports, and breakthroughs in hypersonics, AI, and space. Discover the key reforms and future roadmap.
2025 marked a transformative year for India's defence sector with record production, exports, and breakthroughs in hypersonics, AI, and space. Discover the key reforms and future roadmap.
Ukrainian President Zelensky says Kyiv knows locations of Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missiles in Belarus, sparking an intelligence war. Belarus KGB chief scoffs at the claim. Read the latest on Europe's escalating shadow conflict.
Former Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari explains how weather over Balakot in 2019 impacted proof of the strike, highlighting modern warfare's reliance on evidence. He and other ex-chiefs spoke at IIT Bombay's Techfest.
India successfully tested the 3,500-km range K-4 ballistic missile from SSBN INS Arighaat, a key step for its nuclear triad. Analysis of the test's parameters is underway.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un personally supervised the test-firing of a new long-range missile, state media KCNA announced. This move escalates regional tensions and challenges global non-proliferation efforts. Read the full report.
Russia escalates war with hypersonic missile strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure, claiming new gains in east. Zelensky says talks with US strengthen Kyiv's position. Read the latest developments.
US President Donald Trump unveils massive 'Trump-class' battleships with hypersonic missiles. Experts warn of huge costs and shipbuilding challenges. Will it restore US naval dominance or drain its finances? Read more.
India successfully conducts user trials of the Akash-Next Generation air defence missile system, marking a major leap in indigenous defence technology. Read more about this strategic achievement.
US President Donald Trump announces a plan to build a new 'Golden Fleet' of massive warships equipped with hypersonic missiles, rail guns, and lasers. Aimed at 'peace through strength,' the move is set to reshape global naval power. Read more.
India is close to signing major defense export deals worth over Rs 4,000 crore to supply BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia, boosting its strategic ties in the Indo-Pacific. Read more.
Russia inducts its first S-500 'Prometheus' missile regiment, a next-gen system with a 500 km range capable of intercepting ballistic and hypersonic missiles. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian President Zelensky warns NATO that Ukraine cannot intercept Russia's Oreshnik missiles deployed in Belarus, threatening Poland and Germany. He urges tougher sanctions.
Russia deploys new Oreshnik hypersonic missiles to Belarus, escalating tensions with NATO as Ukraine seeks urgent EU support. Read the full analysis of the geopolitical risks.
A 2019 Russian TV map showing US nuclear targets has resurfaced in 2025 after a similar UK list emerged. Analysts see a pattern of strategic signalling amid NATO tensions. Read the full analysis.
India explores acquiring Russia's advanced S-500 air defense system to counter threats from China & Pakistan. Learn how it enhances India's near-space defense capabilities.
Germany fully activates its Israeli-made Arrow-3 missile defence system in response to heightened nuclear rhetoric and military drills from Russia. Europe's defence posture strengthens.
The Indian Army's Southern Command executed a successful long-range precision launch of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, validating its strike capabilities in simulated battle conditions. Read more.
Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi highlighted critical gaps in propulsion, aero-engines & hypersonics, urging youth to aid R&D. He also warned of maritime risks from drones & grey-zone tactics. Read his full analysis.
Leonardo launches AI-driven 'Michelangelo Dome', a multi-layered air defense shield for cities. Designed for NATO allies, it targets full deployment by 2028. Read more.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India on December 4-5 for the 23rd Annual Summit with PM Modi. The talks will focus on defence, trade & the special strategic partnership. Details inside.
India plans to discuss buying Russian Su-57 jets & S-500 missile shield during Putin's visit, balancing its historic defense ties with Moscow against US pressure. Details inside.
India plans to discuss acquiring advanced Su-57 fighter jets and S-500 missile defence systems with Russia during PM Modi's visit. Key talks aim to bolster air power.
Turkey's Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft scripts aviation history by becoming the world's first UCAV to knock down a jet-powered aerial target using radar-guided missile.
India plans to pitch new defense agreements for Su-57 fighter jets and S-500 missile systems during Putin's visit, strengthening strategic partnership. Read latest updates.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth rejects allegations of illegal 'kill everybody' order in Caribbean missile strike, calling reports 'fake news'. Over 80 killed in anti-narcotics operations.
Russia launched massive 630+ missile-drone attack on Kyiv, causing fires, blackouts and casualties including a child. Emergency crews battle flames amid ongoing alerts. Read latest updates.
A massive overnight Russian missile and drone assault on Ukraine killed three people, injured nearly 30, and left over 600,000 households without electricity as strikes crippled power infrastructure.
Powerful images from around the world capture Kyiv metro shelter during Russian attacks, Spain's Civil War memorial, and historical reenactments in Czech Republic.
Russian President Vladimir Putin visits India Dec 4-5 for annual summit with PM Modi. Key agenda: S-400 missile systems, oil discounts & strategic partnership. Read details.
Indian Navy's guided-missile corvettes INS Khanjar and INS Kora open for public viewing at Kolkata's Kidderpore Dock. Students get rare chance to explore operational warships. Don't miss this unique opportunity!