India Defence News

The Indian Army is set to deploy new home-developed software, including artificial intelligence-based tools, to bolster intelligence and surveillance capabilities along the border areas. The software aims to profile adversaries' military equipment, and enable faster decision-making through AI-enabled predictive analysis.

"Our ambassador got consular access to meet all 8 of them in prison on 3rd December. This is a sensitive issue, but we will continue to follow and whatever we can share, we will do so," said MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the state-owned plane maker, is actively engaged in discussions with six countries to sell its light combat aircraft. Advanced talks are underway with Argentina, the Philippines, and Nigeria, while Botswana and Egypt have expressed interest.

The Osprey V-22 fleet has been grounded following a fatal crash off the coast of Japan that claimed the lives of eight Air Force Special Operations Command members. Preliminary investigations suggest a materiel failure, prompting concerns about the safety of the Osprey, a hybrid aircraft with vertical takeoff and landing capabilities

The RFI outlines the need for advanced technology parameters, including day and night surveillance up to 3000 meters, High Resolution Optical Viewer, Digital and Thermal sensors. The device should also incorporate Long Range Finders (LRFs), Magnetic bearing acquisition, and Satellite Navigation Systems

Indian Army shatters gender norms as Captain Geetika Koul becomes the first woman doctor posted at the treacherous Siachen Glacier, marking a historic milestone in military equality.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the renaming of the rank structure in the Indian Navy to align it with Indian culture and move away from colonial traditions. The announcement was made during the Navy Day celebrations in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra.

IAF aspirants are protesting against the sudden increase in the examination fees for the Air Force Common Admission Test from Rs 250 to Rs 649 within six months. The protesting candidates are demanding a reconsideration of the decision

The Indian Navy has appointed a woman commanding officer in a warship under the Western Naval Command, marking a move toward gender-neutral representation. The Indian Navy chief, Admiral R Hari Kumar, mentioned that the officer is undergoing pre-commissioning training and will assume the charge soon

Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar stated that the Indian Navy is aware of the presence of Chinese warships, research vessels, and fishing boats in the Indian Ocean Region and acknowledged that China may have legitimate reasons for its presence. He emphasized that India is the resident naval power in the region