Features
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June 30, 2025
India–US trade deal set to move despite the key differences
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia and the US aim to conclude a first-phase interim trade pact before July 8-9, before the paused 26 per cent reciprocal tariffs by US are set to resume. The negotiations are in full swing in the US as President Donald Trump has said he does not plan to extend the deadline any further.
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June 20, 2025
MoD initiates comprehensive review of Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020, pushes for defence reforms
By Manish Kumar JhaThis strategic initiative signals a pivotal moment in India's defence policy evolution, reinforcing the government's resolve to fortify national security through systemic reform and innovation
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June 7, 2025
Must Credit DRDO for Operation Sindoor, now what is next for defence R&D?
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia is at the threshold and it needs to break into several higher grade of military platforms and systems. The only solution for achieving self-reliance in defence is the more than 10 per cent of R&D in defence budget with industry pitching under a strong policy mandate by the government.
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May 21, 2025
India–US Joint Working Group on Aircraft Carrier Technology Cooperation to progress on launch systems, EMALS
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia and the US agree on plans to work on Aircraft Carrier technology cooperation, especially the launch systems of the aircraft, under the DTTI framework. However, it awaits any significant and tangible exchange under DTTI.
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May 12, 2025
The layered Air Defence systems that worked superbly, the key element of Operation Sindoor
By Manish Kumar JhaThe efficacy of India's Integrated Air Command and Control Systems shows the standard that multiple drones and missiles could not penetrate the layered systems
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May 12, 2025
Operation Sindoor | Day 2 DGMOs Briefing
By Neetu DhuliaArmed Forces Showcase Deterrence, Air Defence Capabilities and Maritime Supremacy
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May 11, 2025
Operation Sindoor: India strikes back with Precision and Purpose
By Neetu DhuliaA unified military leadership outlines doctrine of restraint and retaliation
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May 8, 2025
Advanced MRSAM for India for a greater firepower
By Manish Kumar JhaThe role of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) is now fundamental to layered air defence systems. What are the factors from the Israel and Ukraine Conflicts which could shape the Indian Armed Forces' Air Defence Doctrine?
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May 6, 2025
Japan and India set forth a defence cooperation consultancy framework, talks on tank and jet engines
By Manish Kumar JhaJapan and India have agreed to set up a new defence cooperation consultation framework, which is now called Japan-India Defence Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific (JIDIP/IJDIP). India looks at Japan's cooperation regarding tanks and other engines, which include GCAP, the fighter jet. Tokyo and New Delhi also look to counter China's growing military presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
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May 2, 2025
Uzbekistan's progressive transformation is a bright spot in Central Asia; boosts cultural ties with India
By Manish Kumar Jha writes from TashkentBoth Uzbekistan and India are countries with rich traditions of art, music, and literature, which form the foundation for cultural diplomacy
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April 24, 2025
Terrorist Attack in Pahalgam in Kashmir: Unfolding a long surgical war against PAK
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia would pursue those responsible “to the end of the earth”. “Blood and water cannot flow together,” Prime Minister Modi responds to the heinous terror attack on the innocent civilians and tourists in Pahalgam in J&K. While military is already on high alert, the talk of a long surgical war, aimed to dismantle the terrorist outfits, is growing louder while the massive international condemnation continues pouring in.
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April 24, 2025
US-India Military Cooperation under Vice President J.D. Vance: F-35, Joint Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance & Nuclear Reactors for India
By Manish Kumar JhaRecent visit of US Vice President J.D. Vance to India underscored the deepening defence ties between the two nations
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April 18, 2025
Upsurge in India-Italy Ties
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia and Italy have significantly advanced their defence cooperation with a focus on technology and armament production
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April 15, 2025
India-Japan 2025: Trade, Tech and Security
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia and Japan share a long-standing relationship rooted in historical ties, shared democratic values, and mutual interest in a stable Indo-Pacific region. Over the past two decades, the bilateral relationship has undergone significant evolution, encompassing trade, investment, strategic cooperation, and infrastructure development...
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April 2, 2025
India's Special Forces, Tech Soldiers, Take a Leap in Covert Warfare Capabilities
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia is significantly upgrading its special forces to better handle the demands of covert warfare, counter-terrorism operations, and high-stakes missions deep behind enemy lines.
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March 31, 2025
India's $3 billion defence MRO market on a roll!
By Swaati KetkarAs the armed forces have thrown open the doors of potential JV for defence MRO, the sector is flooded with announcements for establishing new Defence MRO facility in the country that is expected to be worth $3 billion by 2031 to service India's fleet of 2,000+ aircraft
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March 26, 2025
Dassault Systèmes’ Advanced Digital Solutions to enable Next-Gen Aircraft and Satellites and Space Systems, says Azmathullah, Senior Director
By Manish Kumar JhaManish Kumar Jha, Consulting & Contributing Editor, speaks with Azmathullah Mohammed, India Customer Solution Experience, Senior Sales Director, Dassault Systèmes.
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March 21, 2025
DAC approves ₹54,000 Crore Capital Acquisition Proposals, pushes advanced AEW&C capabilities
By Manish Kumar JhaThe council also introduced reforms aimed at streamlining the defence procurement process, ensuring faster decision-making, and reducing bureaucratic hurdles
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March 18, 2025EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
BrahMos has been a game changer for Philippines Armed Forces; continue Joint sailing with India and others in the South China Sea: General R. Brawner, Chief of the Philippines Armed Forces
By Manish KumarIn an exclusive interaction, General Romeo Brawner, Chief of the Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines speaks with Manish Kumar Jha, Consulting and Contributing Editor on military cooperation, the integration of BrahMos missile in Philippines Armed Forces and working closely with India in securing maritime threats.
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March 13, 2025
Why Tax Defence MSMEs for R&D grants?
By Manish Kumar JhaThe issuance of Goods and Services Tax (GST) notices to the defence MSMEs have highlighted a growing concern among these MSMES, related to their R&D activities. The imposition of GST on R&D efforts has sparked a wave of confusion with many dubbings it as a "tax on R&D grant".
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March 11, 2025
Europe looks to India for defence cooperation
By Ranjit Kumar, Strategic Affairs AnalystThe visit by a delegation from the European Commission comprising all 27 commissioners, and by the Belgian Princess along with their defence minister, underscores the high priority placed by European countries on strengthening strategic ties with India
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March 11, 2025
Rogue supplier behind Navy's warship blast; severe punishment to counter such malpractices
By Manish Kumar JhaThe fatal explosion aboard the Indian Navy's INS Ranvir in January 2022 was caused by an incorrect refrigerant. The serious violations by such rogue suppliers in critical military hardware, calls for such strict measures, including the banning and penalty to avoid future malpractices.
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February 24, 2025
Breaking Boundaries with Autonomous Systems
By Manish Kumar JhaA leading transformation in drone technology has broken into Algorithmic warfare-based UAVs, making the latest and most disruptive technology in defence. AI-powered and based on ML, Anduril's innovation is already seen as the new frontier in unmanned systems. Why does such advancement matter to India?
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February 15, 2025
Trump's Offer of F-35 Fighter Jets to India: A Strategic Military Move & Cooperation in Indo-Pacific
By Manish Kumar JhaIn a significant development in US-India defence relations, President Donald Trump proposed the sale of advanced stealth 5-gen F-35 fighter jets to India.
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February 12, 2025
Defence Secretary puts thrust on Aero-engine and Advanced Electric propulsion with UK
By Manish Kumar JhaIn a crucial development, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh puts his policy thrust towards achieving this. In a bilateral meeting with Minister for the House of Lords, UK Lord Vernon Coaker on the sidelines of Aero India in Bengaluru, he laid out the key cooperation areas in Electric Propulsion.
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February 10, 2025
Aero India 2025: The Mahakumbh of Defence
By Dr B.K. Das, Vipin Kumar Kaushik, Amit Sharma / DRDOAero India represents India's ascent as a modern defence power—a nation that embraces cutting-edge technology, innovation, and international collaboration to safeguard its future
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February 8, 2025
Defence Budget, Capability and Perspective Planning for the Indian Armed Forces
By Manish Kumar JhaA sizeable budget which stands at $78 billion, with 26.43 per cent of total allocation spent on capital outlay on Defence Services. The new dimension is the approach towards joint perspective planning of services for the military budget and a clear thrust on R&D allocation matters. How are we going about it?
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January 15, 2025
Indian Navy Inaugurates Three Warships — A Strategic Leap Forward
By Manish Kumar JhaIndia to emerge as a major maritime power, says Prime Minister Modi as Indian Navy commissioned 3 Warships - Surat, Nilgiri, and Vaghsheer. This marks a major step towards enhancing India's maritime defence capabilities and reinforcing a leading maritime power in the region.
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January 11, 2025
Directed Energy Systems to Counter Drone Threats
By Manish Kumar JhaThe advancement in designing and developing laser-based systems is breaking new ground in the area of laser weapon systems. Based on microwave and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) technologies to disable drones, these systems can target the electronics of UAVs, effectively jamming or frying their circuits, rendering them inoperable.
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December 18, 2024
Opportunity for Indian defence to collaborate in hi-tech manufacturing with Estonia: Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur
By Manish Kumar Jha from Tallinn, EstoniaDuring the visit to Estonia, Manish Kumar Jha met Hanno Pevkur, Minister of Defence, Estonia in Tallinn. The defence minister talks about the ongoing breakthroughs in military tech especially, developing proven unmanned systems, sensors, communication and surveillance technologies, electronics, and equipment in Estonia.
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December 9, 2024
Italian shipbuilding companies are keen on collaborating with India for both commercial and military projects: Italian Minister Adolfo UrsoOn board, Amerigo Vespucci, a historic sailing ship and training ship of the Italian Navy, which was docked in Mumbai, Consulting & Contributing Editor, Manish Kumar Jha speaks with Adolfo Urso, Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy...
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December 5, 2024
Italy's legendary warship in India, reaffirms Strategic Security partnership with India, says Italian Ambassador BartoliA historic moment for Indo-Italian relations, on board the legendary, nearly a century-old Amerigo Vespucci --called the most beautiful ship in the world, and Villaggio Italia docked in Mumbai, Manish Kumar Jha speaks with Antonio Bartoli, Ambassador of Italy on the strategic relations and the great significance the Italian warship in India attaches to.
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December 4, 2024
Nuclear attack submarine for the Navy, AIP-powered submarines soon under P-75(I): Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi
By Manish Kumar JhaBriefing the media ahead of the Navy Day in the national capital, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi outlined India's naval ambitions with two mega nuclear submarines and the forthcoming submarine Project-75(I) under the strategic partnership model.
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December 3, 2024
Navy Chief's Blueprint for Future Readiness
By Neetu DhuliaIndia's Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi held the annual press conference on the eve of Navy Day 2024. Responding to the insightful question by Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief of SP Guide Publications...
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November 12, 2024
BARC to build Submarine Nuclear Reactor in India
By Manish Kumar JhaThe Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is set to build a new 190-MW submarine nuclear reactor, marking a pivotal advancement in the country's nuclear and maritime capabilities. The reactor will power P77 nuclear attack submarine-- SSN and S-5 ballistic missiles nuclear submarines --SSBN. This critical tech for national security comes at a time when China has succeeded in building a land-based prototype nuclear reactor for a large surface warship.
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November 9, 2024
Uzbekistan marches towards a path to progressive democracy; tags India the closest friend
By Manish Kumar JhaUzbekistan firms up its relations with India as Uzbekistan's First Deputy Foreign Minister Bakhromjon Aloyev calls India the closest friend, during an interaction with Manish Kumar Jha in Tashkent.
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November 7, 2024
Trump's Victory: What will it unfold for India
By Manish Kumar JhaFor India, one of the most significant aspects of Trump's return will be his approach to China. There is a possibility that Trump will continue to view India through a transactional lens, prioritising trade deficits and economic returns. The role which the US plays as the global tech powerhouse is the model for future growth which cuts across economy to security. In all potential, there are mostly positive signs, rather another defining era for Indo-US relations could unfold if indicators are right. The convergence of mutual interest for both democracies is too obvious.
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October 22, 2024
Dare to Dream, Disrupt and Innovate in Defence Sector – Rajnath Singh at DRDO's Defence Technology Acceleration
By Manish Kumar JhaDefence Minister Rajnath Singh put his thrust on R&D in the military at the Industry Workshop on Defence Technology Acceleration organised at DRDO. He called for breaking boundaries and the need to achieve advancements in both incremental and disruptive tech through the latest innovations, leading to discussion on critical and emerging tech.
