Proposal for procurement of Rafale Marine aircraft for Indian Navy

A meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), held under the chairmanship of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, approved three proposals on July 13, 2023. The DAC granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for procurement of 26 Rafale Marine aircraft along with associated ancillary equipment, weapons, simulator, spares, documentation, crew training and logistic support for the […]

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Indian Defence Industries Showcases Cutting-Edge Capabilities to Thailand

The Department Defence Production, MoD organized a briefing and interaction meeting  with Thailand delegation led by  Deputy Chief of Air Staff, Royal Thai Air force (RTAF) – Air Marshal Piboon Vorravanpreecha in New Delhi on June 22, 2023 showcasing defense industries cutting-edge capabilities and fostering bilateral defense cooperation between two countries. The Indian Defense Industries […]

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Indian Naval ships visit Da Nang, Vietnam

As part of Indian Navy’s deployment to ASEAN countries, Indian Naval ships Delhi and Satpura, under the command of Rear Admiral Gurcharan Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet, arrived at Da Nang, Vietnam in May 23. The ships were accorded a warm welcome by the Vietnam People’s Navy. The visit was aimed at strengthening bilateral […]

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Rafael introduces SKY SPEAR missile

 RAFAEL has unveiled SKY SPEAR its 6th generation long range, Air-to-Air missile at Paris Air Show RAFAEL has a long legacy in the development of world leading aerial systems and technologies. The newest member of the air-to-air missile family for RAFAEL is a long-range solution that provides users with unparalleled operational capabilities in the complex […]

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Japan India Maritime Exercise 2023

The 7th edition of Japan India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23) hosted by the Indian Navy concluded in the Bay of Bengal with the two sides bidding farewell to each other with a customary steampast. Indian Naval ships Delhi, Kamorta and Shakti, under the command of RAdm Gurcharan Singh, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet and […]

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Swift battlefield

Aerospace command and new concept of operations Aerospace command and execution of new concept for operations are now at the heart of all warfare but the challenges are from over due to the need for better technology and higher management of conflict zones. The challenges of emerging threats, new technologies, and the velocity of information […]

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Game changer

Exoskeleton may change next warfare rules As the militaries all over the world are willing to take less risks, the use of exoskeleton is getting popular and may play a key role in future warfare. Exoskeletons may enable infantry war fighters break down doors and fight at close quarters, load and unload cargo from vehicles, […]

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Detecting intruder

Border security mechanisms Today’s threat environment has placed increasing demands on border security agencies to protect the public, secure borders and appropriately respond to situations ranging from preventing unlawful incursions to providing humanitarian assistance. Throughout the world, border security agencies are deploying systems to enhance their ability to safely secure borders, conduct special operations, facilitate […]

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Comprehensive approach

Challenges to coastal security Coastal security is still a major concern for India despite lot of measures being taken post 26/11. After the Mumbai attacks in 2008, there has been a paradigm shift in the maritime security apparatus that increased emphasis on surveillance, intelligence gathering and information sharing amongst the various stakeholders to ensure an […]

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Restricted mobility

Challenges of difficult terrain warfare The recent Doklam standoff between India and China has taught a lesson that technology, quality manpower and topography should all be combined into a new model of mountain warfare. During the entire standoff phase, Indian troops were never visible to the Chinese despite later having the best technology. Therefore only […]

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