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July 13, 2026
Rafale fighter jet gets major electronic warfare upgrade as India eyes 114 customised F4 fighters
Dassault Aviation and Harmattan AI have successfully demonstrated a new unmanned collaborative combat capability for the Rafale F4
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July 13, 2026
The VPVV scam: Part 2 | How a fake Pentagon deal, Navy Day photos, theatrics duped hundreds
Using forged documents, theatrical events, and borrowed credibility from retired officials, VPVV Techno Construction created a powerful illusion that led to huge financial losses and a multi-agency probe
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July 13, 2026
Indian Army on the hunt for its next big AI-powered weapon with 50-metre kill radius?
Indian Army is significantly enhancing its drone warfare capabilities by seeking to acquire long-range kamikaze drones with a 1,000 km strike range, says a report
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July 12, 2026
Increasing demand from allies means India set to open the missile sector to private players: Report
Astra Mark 2 and Pralay missiles could be the first two missiles being made available for private Indian firms; the defence ministry will soon float a request for proposal
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July 11, 2026
India-made UGRAM U-51 rifle, more powerful than AK-47, enters service. What makes the gun unique?
Indian small arms manufacturer Dvipa Defence will supply its indigenous UGRAM U-51 battle rifle to the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) after the weapon successfully passed rigorous trials
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July 11, 2026
Indian Navy warship INS Mahendragiri broke three major records before joining the fleet. What are they?
Commissioning of INS Mahendragiri, the final Project 17A warship from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, marks a significant milestone for Indian shipbuilding
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July 11, 2026
'AI won't win wars alone': Rajanth Singh highlights importance of human element, national resolve
At the commissioning of the indigenous warship INS Mahendragiri, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised that future conflicts will be won by blending new technologies like AI with the enduring strength of trained soldiers and conventional military power
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July 10, 2026
Destroyers, stealth frigates, giant warships worth ₹1 lakh crore: Indian Navy is planning its biggest fleet expansion in years: Report
Indian Navy is preparing for a landmark ₹1 lakh crore investment to significantly enhance the country’s maritime power with state-of-the-art warships featuring advanced weaponry, stealth technology, and superior combat systems
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July 10, 2026
High-ranking Chinese Navy commander killed in military flight training
Two Chinese PLA Navy pilots, Senior Colonel Fang Ming and First Lieutenant Shi Shaoyong, were killed during separate flight training exercises
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July 10, 2026
Indian Army's future: What COAS General Dhiraj Seth's letter to serving officers says about preparing for the next war
In a letter to officers, he stressed the need for the highest levels of operational readiness, including logistics, ammunition, and innovative problem-solving
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July 10, 2026
Do you know which Indian Army unit was tasked to help Venezuelan earthquake survivors during 'Operation Amistad'?
'Operation Dost' in Turkey following the 2023 earthquake, 'Operation Brahma' in Myanmar and the ongoing 'Operation Amistad' in Venezuela are some of the missions carried out by the Army Medical Corps in recent times
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July 09, 2026
Did Nibe win Indian Army's ₹600 crore tender for loitering munitions?
Defence firm Nibe Ltd. has officially come out with a clarification on a massive ₹600 crore contract to supply the Indian Army with "kamikaze drones"
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July 09, 2026
The hidden weakness in India's military drones: Zen Technologies says it has fixed the Chinese problem
In response to India's ban on Chinese-origin parts in military drones over security concerns, Zen Technologies' subsidiary, Vector Technics, has developed a complete, in-house drone propulsion system
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July 09, 2026
OPINION | Patience runs out: The US-Iran ceasefire collapses into strikes
A memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, intended to solidify a ceasefire, has failed, leading to renewed military conflict
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July 09, 2026
THE STORY OF INDIAN WARFARE | June 23-7, 1987: From 'Quaid' to 'Bana' - The Capture of Quaid Post
This is a serialisation of the book 'India’s Battlefields from Kurukshetra to Balakot' by international award-winning author Ajay Singh. The book (and the series) covers the major battles fought on India’s battlefields. In this episode, we cover the capture of Quaid Post
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July 09, 2026
Why the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket's minimum range flight test matters
The rocket was tested for a user-defined minimum range which confirmed that the launchers have no ‘dead zone’ in front of them and are capable of taking out any enemy target within the entire 60–120 km range
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July 08, 2026
Why should India be concerned about China's latest missile test from a nuclear submarine?
China's recent test of the long-range JL-3 submarine-launched ballistic missile marks a major leap in its sea-based nuclear capabilities. Indian defence experts warn this development could significantly impact India's security ecosystem
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July 08, 2026
Kaveri engine to be revived to power India's fighter jets? Report says DRDO has restarted the programme
DRDO is reviving the 'Kaveri 2.0' engine project, which was shelved in 2008 after it failed to meet the required thrust for the Tejas aircraft
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July 08, 2026
IAF is the sixth best Global Air Power, says WDMMA rankings. But what about Pakistan Air Force?
While the military aviation assets of several naval and army units around the world, including India, made it to the Global Air Powers Rankings 2026, only the PAF made the 107-strong list from Pakistan
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July 08, 2026
OPINION | India’s strategy for West Asia: From strategic balancing to regional shaping
The recent 40-day conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran was a wake-up call for New Delhi. With 9 million Indians in the region, massive energy imports, and key trade routes at stake, India can no longer afford to be a passive observer
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July 08, 2026
IAF more powerful than Chinese Air Force? Why India’s aviation assets outrank PLAAF: 5 WDMMA Air Powers Rankings 2026 findings
Numerical superiority is not the only parameter for the Global Air Powers Rankings, which were topped by the US Air Force and Navy, followed by Russia, India and China, amongst others
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July 07, 2026
IIT Alumni-founded Blurgs AI secures $2.2 M to revolutionise global maritime and defence intelligence
The raised capital will be used to enhance core technology, grow the team, and accelerate product development for commercial maritime applications and defence capabilities, with a focus on scaling into international markets
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July 07, 2026
What makes India's Astra missile so attractive to Indonesia?
Indonesia has confirmed its procurement of India's indigenous Astra beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile. The decision was heavily influenced by the missile's combat-proven performance during India's Operation Sindoor
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July 07, 2026
A nightmare for the US if India-China become friendly, says former R&AW chief
In an exclusive chat, former R&AW spymaster Vikram Sood says the United States is worried about the possible amity between India and China
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July 07, 2026
What makes the Indian Navy's new stealth frigate 'Mahendragiri' so powerful?
The sixth warship of the advanced Nilgiri-class (Project 17A), Mahendragiri is equipped for anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare
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