Features
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June 1, 2023
The best bet is to bet on yourself
By SP's News NetworkGrow from 'Make in India' to 'Innovate in India' to boost India's defence ecosystem and transform Indigenous manufacturing
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March 26, 2023
India and Japan - need for Defence Industries to join hands
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystDuring his official talks with the Japanese Prime Minister the Indian Prime Minister talked of the mantra of co-innovation, co-design and co-creation for a deeper and mutually beneficial defence cooperation
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March 14, 2023
India-Australia: In Top Gear
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystRelationship between the two countries has evolved to the level of comprehensive strategic partnership in June 2020, from strategic partnership agreement in 2009
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March 3, 2023
India and Italy Prime Ministers meet to scale up Strategic Partnership
By Ayushee ChaudharyPrime Minister Narenda Modi met with the Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni and discussed scaling up India-Italy bilateral relationship and deepening ties in StartUps and defence too.
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February 13, 2023
Foreign Ministers of 32 countries to attend Aero India 2023
By Ayushee ChaudharyAir Chiefs of 29 friendly foreign countries, 98 foreign countries and a total number of 809 exhibitors are a part of the show this year.
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January 27, 2023
Colours of India at the Kartavya Path
By Ayushee ChaudharyIndia's indigenous military prowess, cultural diversity & Nari Shakti paints the Kartavya Path, formerly Raj Path, on the 74th Republic Day
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January 25, 2023
General Atomics Builds its Support Network for India through COCO and Atmanirbhar
By Dr. Vivek Lall, General Atomics Global CorporationWe're reaching out to the Indian high-tech sector and have announced partnership with Indian companies
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December 9, 2022
Navy to be fully self-reliant by 2047
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystThe Indian Navy has made an unequivocal commitment to be fully 'Atmanirbhar' by 2047 when India will be celebrating 100th year of independence
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September 19, 2022
India, France to meet China challenge together
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystIn view of the continuously evolving geo-politics particularly in the Indo-Pacific, Catherine Colonna and Jaishankar reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepen the India-France strategic partnership
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September 2, 2022
INS Vikrant: India's indigenous, vast, & special warship commissioned
By Ayushee ChaudharyPrime Minister Modi commissioned the first indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, the largest ship ever built in the maritime history of India and houses state-of-the-art automation features
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August 27, 2022
Boeing fields Super Hornet as India's next carrier-based fighter
By Neetu DhuliaPotential economic impact of $3.6 billion over 10 years to the Indian economy with the Boeing F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet as India's carrier-based fighter
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August 26, 2022
Mighty 'Vikrant' ready to take to the waters
By Neetu DhuliaVikrant is an illustrious example in the Nation's quest for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' and 'Make in India' Initiative
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August 16, 2022
DefExpo-2022 dates announcement sends a wave of relief
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe biennial global exhibition, DefExpo- India's flagship Land, Naval, and Homeland Security systems exhibition - will be held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat between October 18 and 22, 2022.
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August 1, 2022
Defence Minister inaugurates the second edition of Ammo India
By Ayushee ChaudharyHealthy mix of local endeavours & foreign collaboration is the bedrock of India's journey of self-reliance: Defence Minister
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July 19, 2022
Self-reliance is of Critical Importance
By SP's CorrespondentPrime Minister Modi addresses NIIO Seminar 'Swavlamban' and also unveils 'SPRINT Challenges' aimed at giving a boost to usage of indigenous technology in the Indian Navy
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July 18, 2022
CAATSA – Relief India Deserved
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystUS administration had till now deliberately allowed to hang CAATSA sword over India's head since 2017 but Indian government continued to be defiant. The legislation was intended to punish Russia but India was becoming a collateral target by the US.
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July 11, 2022
First ever AI in Defence symposium held
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Defence Minister launched 75 Artificial Intelligence products/technologies during 'AI in Defence' symposium in New Delhi.
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June 17, 2022
India, Israel – New Vision
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystAs both nations marked 30 years of excellent ties, visit of the Israeli Defence Minister gave an opportunity to review the full range of India-Israel relations and reiterate their commitment to expanding cooperation for the security & prosperity of both nations
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May 27, 2022
QUAD rattles China
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystThe Tokyo QUAD summit has set up an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) which has over a dozen partner countries. These partner countries are situated around China and have strong trade relations with China...
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May 18, 2022
Defence Minister launches two indigenous frontline warships
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe warships namely 'Surat' and 'Udaygiri' were launched at Mazagon Docks Limited (MDL), Mumbai on May 17, 2022.
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May 7, 2022
Indian Air Force should become an 'Aerospace Force' —Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister
By Neetu DhuliaThe Defence Minister added that to protect our assets from space-guided attacks, IAF should operate on technology, developing expertise and human resource management
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May 7, 2022
India and France – next phase of strategic partnership
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystBoth sides agreed to find creative ways for France's deeper involvement in the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' efforts in advanced defence technology, manufacturing and exports, through increased industry to industry partnerships
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May 7, 2022
Reviving Indo-German defence cooperation
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystBoth India and Germany are actively seeking to enhance research, co-development and co-production activities bilaterally, under European Union and with other partners, for enhancing high-technology trade, including defence goods
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May 7, 2022
India-NORDIC summit - Major Diplomatic gain
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystThe five Nordic countries (Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and Denmark) as a group have a special place in Europe and bringing them together on a single platform with India displays India's diplomatic clout in the region
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April 18, 2022
India-US partnership to challenge China
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystPrime Minister Modi held a virtual Summit with President Biden on April 11, 2022. With Indo-Pacific in mind and to effectively meet the China challenge, the US administration needs to keep India in good humour. A strong US-Indian partnership is a critical building block in a more resilient regional security architecture.
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April 15, 2022
India-US reaffirm defence partnership
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystThe visit of Rajnath Singh to USA for the 2+2 dialogue provided an opportunity to both sides to extensively review the entire gamut of bilateral defence cooperation
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January 27, 2022
The grandeur of Republic Day 2022
By Ayushee ChaudharyOver seven decades of being a Republic; India showcases its defence, cultural, and developmental highlights around the theme of 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'
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January 24, 2022
Republic Day Parade - 2022: A journey through Indian Army's uniform & weaponry evolution
By Ayushee Chaudhary16 marching contingents, 17 military bands and 25 tableaux to mark the nation's 75th year of independence at this Republic Day.
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January 21, 2022
ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems has secured a major deal
By Ayushee ChaudharyIsrael signed the €3 billion ThyssenKrupp submarine deal, for three new submarines from the series of Dakar-class submarines.
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January 12, 2022
Rafale maritime fighter displays ski-jump capability
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe marine version of the French fighter aircraft demonstrated the ability to operate from Indian Navy's aircraft carrier Vikrant which has recently set out for its crucial third set of sea trials.
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January 12, 2022
Indian Naval Diplomacy at it's Zenith
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystIndian Navy has proved to be an effective arm of Indian diplomacy to promote and deepen diplomatic relations with friendly countries.
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December 21, 2021
Florence Parly in India: Eyes on Rafales and Scorpenes
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystFrance has emerged as a major supplier of critical weapon platforms like Fighter planes and Submarines along with powerful short range missiles and has been India's fellow in taking care of India's concerns in international forum
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December 9, 2021
India-Russia: Defence to get boost
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic affairs AnalystThe Putin-Modi hug in New Delhi, displayed the bonhomie that continue to exist between Indian and Russian leadership despite vastly changed geo-political equations.
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December 4, 2021
New 10-year Capability Development Plan in the works: Navy Chief
By SP's CorrespondentNavy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar announced on December 3 that a 10-year Integrated Capability Development Plan (ICDP) is in the works under the auspices of the newly-raised Department of Military Affairs to prioritise military procurements.
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December 3, 2021
MoD Revises its Import Ban Decision
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic affairs AnalystIn case the domestic industry is unable to supply equipment urgently needed by the armed forces, in the stipulated time frame, or quantity or where there are any other technical issues, specific cases of imports could be taken up to meet immediate requirement
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November 22, 2021
Subtle message to China – INS Visakhapatnam
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic affairs AnalystWith the changing power dynamics in the Indian Ocean Region, INS Visakhapatnam will augment the Indian Navy’s mobility, reach and flexibility towards accomplishment of its tasks and goals
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November 10, 2021
Vice Admiral Hari Kumar named new Navy Chief
By Vishal ThaparNavigation of key procurements for naval modernisation to be high on agenda
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November 2, 2021
India scraps programme to buy 13 BAE Mk-45 naval guns, commits itself to HAL's Light Utility Helicopters
By Vishal ThaparDecisions aimed to boost Make in India agenda as part of approvals for acquisitions worth $1.1 Billion
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October 29, 2021
Talwar class follow-on frigates for Indian Navy on track with launch of first of two ordered for $950 million
By Vishal ThaparUnder construction warship named Tushil, Russia resolves to meet 2022 delivery deadline
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October 28, 2021
India determined to protect its maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific: Rajnath Singh
By Vishal ThaparUnder the shadow of Chinese belligerence, Defence Minister seeks convergence of interests to face challenges
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August 2, 2021
India-US: Partnership of the century
By Ranjit KumarConsidering the deepening strategic relationship between India and US and the realisation in Foggy Bottom that India must be on US side to counter the threatening rise and challenge of China to US predominance in the world, the visit of the seven months old Biden administration's Secretary of State was long overdue.
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June 28, 2021
India's first indigenous aircraft carrier to be commissioned in 2022
By Ayushee ChaudharyFrom design to steel used in construction to key weapons and sensors, IAC has nearly 75 per cent indigenous content.
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June 7, 2021
Finally, Six more Submarines
By Ranjit KumarFinally, the long overdue decision has been taken for acquisition of six new attack submarines for the Indian Navy. The Ministry of Defence has cleared the decks for last leg of the acquisition process.
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May 11, 2021
DRDO's anti-COVID drug, a silver lining
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Drug Controller General of India has granted permission for emergency use of the drug as adjunct therapy in moderate to severe COVID-19 patients.
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March 30, 2021
India-Korea: Success stories
By Ranjit KumarBoth the countries are deepening their bilateral defence cooperation, with Defence and Security engagements having grown exponentially over the last few years
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March 22, 2021
US–India inching closer
By Ranjit KumarWith major foundational agreements already in place and no major issues to be sorted out, the U.S. Defence Secretary visit focussed on broader aspects of India US strategic partnership and its role in ensuring peace and security in Indo-pacific region and ways and means to counter the aggressive designs of China
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March 22, 2021
US Defence Secretary's first visit to India to uplift defence cooperation
By Ayushee ChaudharyAustin's stop in India is a continuation to the Biden-Harris administration's outreach to revitalise ties with partners and allies.
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March 15, 2021
QUAD: for the stable health of people, nations and the world ahead
By Ayushee ChaudharyAustralia, India, Japan and the United States' leaders come together, amongst the current major challenges of climate change, COVID-19 & security concerns.
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February 23, 2021
Defence Budget 2021-22 is a healthy mix of promise, potential, and progress: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
By Rohit GoelDefence Minister said that “The Ministry has set a target to achieve a turnover of 1,75,000 crore ($25billion) including export of 35,000 crore ($5billion) in Aerospace and Defence goods and services by 2024”.
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January 21, 2021
Biden bids adieu to divisions, calls for democracy and unity
By Ayushee ChaudharyWith Joe Biden sworn in as the 46th President of the USA, anticipations and hope hold high for the world as well as India.
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January 21, 2021
India, Singapore to cooperate in submarine rescue
By Ranjit KumarAs Singapore Navy augments its underwater war fighting assets, it has entered into a significant agreement with the Indian Navy, which will come to the rescue of Singaporean submarines in times of crisis or a major accident.
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November 26, 2020
Indian Navy inducts SeaGuardian drones on lease
By By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Indian Navy has recently inducted two MQ-9B SeaGuardiandrones on lease from the United States to carry out surveillance in the Indian Ocean Region.
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September 29, 2020
Defence Minister discloses the Defence Acquisition Procedure
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) was released on Monday at the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
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August 11, 2020
Navantia and SAFT to develop leading-edge Lithium-Ion batteries for conventional submarines
By SP's CorrespondentNavantia has awarded SAFT a contract to cooperate in a R&D project named "BALIT" for the development of latest-generation Lithium-ion batteries for submarines that are aimed to deliver 20% more energy density than last-decade Lithium-ion battery technologies.
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July 29, 2020
Lockheed Martin Suppliers’ Conference and Exhibition starts online
By Ayushee ChaudharyBeing organised by SIDM and CII for Lockheed Martin, the exhibition also plans to have virtual tours of the manufacturing/factory facilities of exhibitors at the Conference.
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July 15, 2020
Amidst border tensions, armed forces get free hand for procurements up to $40 million
By Vishal ThaparA special meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on July 15, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, delegated powers for making urgent capital acquisitions up to 300 crore ($40 million) to the armed forces.
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June 1, 2020
Vivek Lall returns to General Atomics as Chief Executive
By Vishal ThaparTop honcho's focus is likely to be the expansion of General Atomics' global footprint and international collaboration
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April 22, 2020
Navantia - A reliable partner for Transfer of Technology, in support of “Make in India”
By SP's CorrespondentNavantia organises the first Indian Industry online event for the P75(I) submarines program
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April 18, 2020
Navantia’s “BEST” AIP (Bio-Ethanol Stealth Technology)
By SP's CorrespondentThe S-80 Class submarines under construction by Navantia are fitted with Navantia’s proprietary BEST (Bio-Ethanol Stealth Technology) Air Independent Propulsion (AIP).
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February 26, 2020
American 'Romeo' set to give the Indian Navy its biggest rotary wing upgrade
By Vishal ThaparFirst 6 MH-60Rs to be delivered within a year, boost submarine hunting & over-the-horizon targeting capability
