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India’s MoD revives RfI for 200 advanced light helicopters

In a bold stride toward aerial self-reliance, the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has reignited its long-stalled Reconnaissance and Surveillance Helicopter (RSH) program with a fresh Request for Information (RfI) issued on August 8, 2025. This pivotal move targets the procurement of 200 advanced light rotorcraft—120 for the Indian Army’s Aviation Corps and 80 for […]

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Indra 2025, India-Russia joint military exercise at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan, enhances counter-terrorism synergy and Indo-Pacific security.

Indra 2025: India-Russia Joint Drills Kick Off in Rajasthan – Boosting Counter-Terrorism Synergy In a display of enduring strategic partnership, India and Russia have launched the latest iteration of their biennial joint military exercise, Indra 2025, at the sprawling Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district. Kicking off on October 6, 2025, with a

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Indian Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missiles

Indian Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missiles: Extending Aerial Combat Reach Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles are a transformative class of air-to-air weapons designed to engage targets at distances greater than the pilot’s visual range—typically over 20 nautical miles (37 km). These missiles provide a critical advantage in modern aerial warfare by allowing fighters to detect,

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Indian Air Force Day: Celebrating 93 Years of Pride and Power

Indian Air Force Day: Celebrating 93 Years of Pride, Power, and Sacrifice Indian Air Force Day is celebrated every year on October 8 to honor the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in 1932. This day pays tribute to the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of the brave men and women in blue who have

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Rafale Fighter Jet: A Key Pillar of India’s Air Power

Rafale Fighter Jet: India’s Air and Naval Powerhouse The Rafale fighter jet stands at the forefront of India’s defense modernization, delivering unmatched air and maritime capabilities amid rising tensions with China and Pakistan. Its proven performance in Operation Sindoor in May 2025 and integration with indigenous systems like the Astra missile have made it a

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Top 5 Defence Startups Shaping India’s Military Future (2025 Edition)

Top 5 Defence Startups Shaping India’s Military Future (2025 Edition) India’s journey towards military self-reliance is defined by dramatic technological leaps—and at the heart of this transformation are its cutting-edge defence startups. These trailblazers are delivering everything from drones and AI surveillance to specialized anti-drone weaponry, making a real impact on the field and for

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Private Sector Power: Shaping the Future with the AMCA Program

Private Sector Power: Shaping the Future with the AMCA Program India’s most ambitious defence project—the fifth-generation stealth Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA)—is making headlines not just for its cutting-edge tech, but for a new, bold model: true private-public partnership. Key Private Firms Tied to the AMCA Project Major Indian private defence companies are now co-bidding

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Inside India’s Modern-Day Deterrence – Operation Sindoor 2025

Operation Sindoor 2025: Inside India’s Modern-Day Deterrence By DefenceNiti Desk Introduction In May 2025, India stunned the world with Operation Sindoor—a swift, precise, and high-tech response to one of the decade’s deadliest terror attacks. As the dust settles, DefenceNiti unpacks the full story: what triggered Operation Sindoor, the bold tactics, the technology that made headlines,

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Tejas Mk-1A Pilot Training

Tejas Mk-1A Pilot Training: Preparing IAF’s Next Generation for October 17, 2025 Introduction: Tejas Mk-1A Pilot Training – Building IAF’s Future As the Indian Air Force (IAF) gears up for the Tejas Mk-1A maiden flight test on October 17, 2025, from HAL’s Nashik facility, a parallel mission is underway: training the next generation of pilots

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DRDO’s Hypersonic Missile ‘Dhvani’

DRDO’s Hypersonic Missile ‘Dhvani’: India’s Mach 6 Leap by End-2025 (Image: Conceptual rendering of DRDO’s Dhvani Hypersonic Glide Vehicle (HGV), set for testing by end-2025.) Introduction: Dhvani – DRDO’s Game-Changer in Hypersonic Warfare India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is on the cusp of a strategic breakthrough with Project Dhvani, a Hypersonic Glide Vehicle

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