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May 29, 2026
Who is Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Indian Navy’s new no. 2 officer
Vice Admiral Kochhar's expertise spans operational command, strategic planning, and naval modernisation
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May 29, 2026
Meet Indian Army's Major Abhilasha Barak, recipient of the UN Military Gender Advocate Award 2025
Major Abhilasha Barak is the first woman combat helicopter pilot of the Indian Army
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May 29, 2026
OPINION | The vanishing Blue Helmets: Is the UN losing relevance?
Weakening of United Nations without creating a credible alternative may ultimately lead the international community towards the very outcome they sought to avoid
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May 29, 2026
India open to selling BrahMos-ER with 400 km range to the Philippines: Report
Manila's first BrahMos missile battery, with a striking range of up to 290 kilometres, will be stationed in Western Luzon — a broader classification of provinces on the western side of Luzon Island
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May 28, 2026
Military-grade protection for NEET papers? Govt considering IAF support to ensure leak-free retest
The proposal will be presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for final approval
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May 28, 2026
Shots on the roof that persuaded a surrender
At times, unnerving the enemy with minimal force yields better results than killing him with massive force. Not only does it get you general goodwill, but also allows you to claim a clean victory. In this 21st instalment of 'Tactics and Tacticians', we look at how a neat surgical air strike on Dacca yielded India a clean victory in the 1971 war
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May 28, 2026
When will India begin mass production of AMCA fifth-generation fighter jet for IAF?
The request for proposal (RFP) has been issued to three consortia led by private players
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May 28, 2026
‘India preparing Army for major conventional wars with China, Pakistan; won’t play active military role in wider Asia-Pacific’
The IISS Asia-Pacific Regional Security Assessment (APRSA) emphasises that India's threat perception in the region will continue to be dominated by these two nations
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May 28, 2026
Pakistan issued air-defence warning, diverted patrols after IAF's Antonov An-32 approached border: Report
The Indian Air Force's KA2732 Antonov An-32 planes have reportedly been modified for electronic warfare purposes, and Pakistan suspects the April 6 incident was a planned attempt to test its radars and air defences
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May 27, 2026
IAF’s Su-30MKI fighters to get high-end anti-jamming navigation capability
Indian Air Force is embarking on a significant upgrade of its Sukhoi Su-30MKI fleet under the Super Sukhoi modernization programme
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May 27, 2026
India’s fifth-generation fighter race officially begins as defence ministry issues RFP for AMCA prototype
Three private-sector-led consortia are vying to build the prototypes of the indigenous fifth-generation fighter jet, Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft
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May 27, 2026
OPINION | The forgotten war: Why Ukraine’s agony deepens as the world looks away
Wars that become normalised tend to endure. They reshape regions, harden divisions, and erode international norms over time
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May 27, 2026
OPINION | Smart Borders: Deploying the Internet of Things for sensor-based surveillance along LAC
Real-time data feeds allow forward-deployed jawans to monitor vast stretches of the LAC simultaneously, reducing physical fatigue and increasing operational readiness
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May 26, 2026
IAF’s ‘Ambassadors in the Sky’ complete 30 years of precision flying
Renowned for their signature red-and-white Hawk Mk-132 jets and flawless aerial maneuvers, SKAT has performed over 800 displays globally
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May 26, 2026
Indian Army gives 105 mm Indian Field Gun a high-tech upgrade with automatic targeting
Indian Army has significantly modernised its 105mm Indian Field Gun (IFG) by equipping it with automatic gun-laying technology
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May 26, 2026
Victor the Rampur Hound stars at PRAGATI 2026: Indian Army’s native K9 warrior turns heads at international military drill
The exercise demonstrated the specialized skills of K9 teams in tasks like explosive detection and tracking, alongside the introduction of robotic dogs
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May 25, 2026
India’s fifth-generation fighter AMCA targets five flying prototype jets by 2032
India's groundbreaking fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), is making significant strides, moving towards the prototype stage
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May 25, 2026
India’s Viper sniper rifle to enter service with two police forces in big self-reliance milestone
Bengaluru-based SSS Defence is set to see its .308 Viper sniper rifle enter service with two Indian police forces—a notable achievement in India's drive for self-reliance in defence manufacturing
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May 25, 2026
Decoding Russia’s intimidating message as six-warheaded ‘Oreshnik’ rains down on Kiev
Targeting Kyiv with ‘Oreshnik’ missile is a ploy aimed at overcoming Ukrainian resilience, as well as conveying the message that Russia can hit out heavily wherever it wants
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May 24, 2026
Rafale jet downed using Turkish drone in Sudan: What is the Bayraktar Akıncı UCAV that Pakistan owns?
The Bayraktar Akıncı is a long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle developed by Turkish manufacturer Baykar Makina, and is being used by several armed forces including those of Azerbaijan, Pakistan, and Mali, among others
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May 23, 2026
Rajnath Singh highlights role of Shirdi defence hub in armed forces' Make in India push
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was speaking at the May 23 inauguration ceremony of the NIBE Defence Manufacturing Complex in Shirdi, Maharashtra
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May 23, 2026
Ladakh crash selfie: These Cheetahs go where eagles dare! Five things about the iconic helicopter of Indian armed forces
Used in the Siachen Glacier during Operation Meghdoot, the HAL Cheetah helicopter is suitable for commuting, observation, surveillance, logistics support, rescue operations, and high-altitude missions
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May 22, 2026
India uses major military exercise to showcase homegrown defence capabilities to 12 nations
The two-week event aims to enhance regional military cooperation, counter-terrorism coordination, and serve as a platform for India to display its growing indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities
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May 22, 2026
India’s new smart missile passes final trials ahead of mass production push
DRDO has successfully completed the final development trials of its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3
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May 22, 2026
Indian Navy set for massive warship boost with 45 new ships in 3-4 years
Indian Navy is set for a major expansion, with 45 new warships slated for induction in the next three to four years
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