India Defence News

Over the past decade, India has imported military hardware valued at $2.9 billion from Israel, encompassing radars, surveillance and combat drones, as well as missiles.

German Minister Tobias Lindner voices concerns over China's assertiveness and emphasises the need for diplomatic solutions in the India-China border dispute, echoing global apprehensions about Beijing's behaviour

In a concerning development, Azerbaijan has finalized the acquisition of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan. This move has triggered a response from Armenia, which is enhancing its defense capabilities by procuring Akash Surface-to-Air missiles from India.

This 14-day joint military exercise aims to deepen bilateral military cooperation by enhancing interoperability in planning and execution of joint tactical-level operations in a Semi-Urban Environment under the United Nations mandate.

The assistance was rendered by INS Shivalik, which was deployed in the region as part of maritime security operations under the Prime Minister's vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region).

The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has signed an MoU with the IAF for the integration of futuristic weapons and sensors into the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. This collaboration aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the aircraft by enabling independent integration and flight testing by the IAF.

The Indian Army is contemplating converting Headquarters Uttar Bharat (HQ UB) into the XVIII Corps, focusing on border security with China to counteract PLA aggression along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This strategic move aims to streamline quick deployment and enhance operational efficiency.

The Supreme Court of India has admonished the Indian Coast Guard for denying permanent commission to women officers, highlighting the need for gender equality in the armed forces.

Lt Gen Dwivedi brings extensive experience from various command and staff appointments, including commanding units in both the Northern and Western Theatres. During his tenure, he focused on strategic guidance, operational oversight, c​​​​​​​ounter-terrorism operations, border negotiations with China, and modernization initiatives

The Indian Air Force (IAF) showcased its latest arsenal during the Vayu Shakti 2024 exercise, featuring debut appearances of France-origin Rafale fighter aircraft, indigenous light combat helicopter Prachand, and US-made Apache assault chopper and Chinook