India’s Nuclear Energy Push in the 2025 Union Budget: Key Highlights

The Union Budget for 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, marks a transformative moment for India’s nuclear energy sector, as the government lays out an ambitious vision for its future. The budget allocates substantial resources to enhance nuclear energy capacity, positioning India as a leader in clean energy initiatives while reducing its […]

31 Naxalites Killed in Chhattisgarh

31 Naxalites killed in an encounter with security forces in the forests under the National Park area of District Bijapur of Chhattisgarh: IG Bastar, P Sundarraj 02 jawans lost their lives in the encounter. 02 jawans were also injured, which were brought to a private hospital in Raipur. Operations Details: A group of 50 Naxalite cadres […]

India Accelerates Indigenous Fighter Jet Production with Advanced Tejas Mk-1A

India is making significant strides in bolstering its defence manufacturing capabilities by producing the Tejas Mk-1A, an upgraded variant of its Indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). Designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the Tejas Mk-1A incorporates over 40 enhancements to its predecessor, the Tejas Mk-1. The Indian Air […]

India’s Stealth Ambitions

India’s quest to modernize its air force has gathered pace amid rising regional tensions and the need to counter growing threats from China and Pakistan. In a potentially game-changing development, the United States has recently signalled its willingness to offer the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II to India—a move that could significantly enhance the Indian Air […]

AGNI-5: India’s MIRV-Enabled Missile and the Way Ahead

In March, India completed a year of successfully testing the Agni-V that would be carrying Multiple Independently targetable Re-entry Vehicles (MIRVs) under Mission Divyastra. This significant milestone showcases India’s commitment to advancing its missile technology and enhancing its defence capabilities against potential threats in the region. The Agni-V, with its long-range capabilities, can play a crucial […]

Tri-Service Future Warfare Course From April 21 to be Conducted by CENJOWS

For the first time, 15 representatives of the private defence industry, including startups, have been nominated to undergo three-week long second-edition of Tri-services Future Warfare Course from April 21. The course is being conducted by Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), tri-service think-tank under IDS HQ, Ministry of Defence with renowned speakers from the country and […]