The Leopard 2 main battle tank has gained a well-deserved reputation since its first use in 1979. Girish Linganna explains why the German tank is Ukraine's choice in the war against Russia
The sale of the Tejas jet fighter to Argentina could be a significant boost to bilateral defence links and cooperation between the two countries. However, HAL will need to ensure that all British components are replaced with Indian-made components to secure the deal, says Girish Linganna
The archipelago, located in the South Atlantic Ocean, has been under British control since 1833. However, Argentina has claimed sovereignty over the islands since the early 19th century, leading to a series of conflicts and tensions between the two countries. Girish Linganna decodes the territorial dispute
On International Women's Day, defence and aerospace analyst Girish Linganna lists some of the women who have been instrumental in taking India's missile programme to greater heights.
Girish Linganna explains how the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) observatory, which is scheduled to be launched in January 2024 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, will be the first radar of this type to conduct a regular survey of Earth from space.
The focus on self-reliance should not come at the cost of quality and efficiency, particularly in crucial sectors like defence, says Girish Linganna
The Indian military is still following the US 1986 air-land war concepts, which are focused on tactics in war, while the PLA is focusing on strategic and campaign-level warfare, bypassing the tactical level of war, which is the strength of the Indian army, says Girish Linganna.
While the H-20 is a significant development for China's military, it may not be the game-changer that some have suggested, particularly given the strong US presence in the region. Girish Linganna examines
Cristiana Bársony-Arcidiacono, CEO of BAC Consulting, is under protection following her company's link to exploding pagers in Lebanon and Syria. While Hungarian authorities claim the pagers were never in Hungary and BAC Consulting acted as a middleman, the company's diverse business activities and financial records raise further questions.
The MTA program aims to acquire new transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force, enhancing its capabilities in transporting cargo, including armoured vehicles. It will also enhance India's military capabilities and transportation capacity. Girish Linganna delves into Airbus prospects.
