In a significant move to reinforce national security, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , has approved the procurement of 288 additional S-400  surface-to-air missiles from Russia . The decision comes after the extensive deployment of the S-400 system during Operation Sindoor  in May 2025. The acquisition, estimated at around ₹10,000 crore, aims to replenish interceptor stocks and ensure sustained operational readiness of India’s

India has taken a major step toward strengthening its air and maritime defence capabilities after the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the procurement of 114 additional Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force and six P-8I Poseidon maritime surveillance aircraft for the Indian Navy. The approvals are part of a broader defence modernisation package valued at approximately ₹3.6 lakh cror

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  is set to make history on February 14 by landing on a national highway in Assam , inaugurating the Northeast’s first highway-based Emergency Landing Facility (ELF). The airstrip has been developed on a 4.2-kilometre stretch of the Dibrugarh–Moran section of National Highway-127 and is designed to allow military and emergency aircraft to land and operate directly from a highway. This marks a major milestone in India’s efforts to integrate civilian

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has highlighted the Rafale fighter jet as a decisive platform during Operation Sindoor , underlining its growing importance in India’s air power doctrine. Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor described Rafale as a key operational asset, stating that the aircraft played a critical role in the success of the mission. His remarks, made ahead of Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026, reflect the IAF’s increasing reliance on advanced multi-role figh

India is set to undertake a significant transformation in its defence procurement framework with the release of the Draft Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2026. The new policy marks a decisive shift from a focus on equipment that is merely manufactured in India to systems that are fully owned, designed, and controlled by Indian entities. The Ministry of Defence has made it clear that future military capability will be judged not only by local production, but by whether Ind

India has successfully conducted a test launch of the Agni-3 intermediate-range ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha , further strengthening the country’s strategic defence capabilities. The test, carried out on February 6, 2026, was executed under the supervision of the Strategic Forces Command and met all operational and technical objectives. Defence officials confirmed that the missile followed its intended trajectory and achieved all missi

New Delhi is poised to take a major step in strengthening its air combat capabilities, with the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) expected to clear a proposal to procure 114 Rafale  fighter jets from France ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron’s  visit to India later this month. The move is being closely watched as one of the largest defence acquisition decisions in India’s history and a key signal of deepening strategic cooperation between New Delhi and Paris. The propo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  is set to make history during his upcoming visit to Assam  on February 14 by landing on a specially constructed emergency airstrip built on a national highway near Moran in the Dibrugarh district. This will be the first operational highway airstrip in Northeast India, representing a major milestone in the region’s infrastructure and strategic aviation capabilities. The 4.2-kilometre stretch of National Highway 127 has been designed to function as

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to conduct one of its most significant air power demonstrations in recent years through Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026, scheduled for February 27 near Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, close to the Pakistan  border. The large-scale exercise is designed to demonstrate India’s full-spectrum aerial warfare capabilities, highlighting operational readiness in a region of high strategic sensitivity. Held at the Pokhran and Chandan Field Firing Ranges, the e

India’s ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft  (AMCA) programme has entered a decisive new phase, marking a historic shift in the country’s defence manufacturing ecosystem. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited  (HAL), long the backbone of India’s combat aircraft production, is no longer in contention for building the first prototypes of the fifth-generation stealth fighter. Instead, three major private-sector companies— Tata Advanced Systems , Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and Bharat F

The Union Budget 2026 marks one of the most significant expansions of India’s internal security spending in recent years, with the government allocating a record ₹1.74 lakh crore for police, intelligence, and border security. This unprecedented allocation reflects a strategic shift toward strengthening the country’s internal security architecture at a time of rising geopolitical uncertainty, cross-border threats, and evolving domestic security challenges. The Ministry of Home

India has stepped forward with a strong humanitarian response by sending 30 tonnes of relief material to the Philippines  after the country was ravaged by a powerful super typhoon in late 2025. The assistance reflects India’s commitment to standing with partner nations during times of crisis and reinforces its role as a dependable contributor to regional disaster relief efforts. The relief consignment was airlifted aboard an Indian Air Force C-17 Globemaster aircraft, which d

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to make history during the 77th Republic Day  celebrations on January 26, 2026, by showcasing a special Operation Sindoor  aerial formation. This will mark the first time that a recent military operation is being directly represented through an aerial formation at the Republic Day  parade, reflecting India’s evolving approach to honouring modern military achievements alongside traditional ceremonial displays. The parade at Kartavya Path, New

India has taken a decisive step toward strengthening its air combat capabilities with the Defence Procurement Board (DPB) clearing a proposal to acquire 114 Rafale  fighter jets for the Indian Air Force. The approval marks a crucial milestone in India’s long-pending effort to modernize its fighter fleet and address the steady decline in squadron strength. With this clearance, the proposal will now move to the Defence Acquisition Council and subsequently to the Cabinet Committ

India’s global engagement has undergone a quiet yet profound transformation over the past decade. Beyond economic diplomacy and strategic partnerships, New Delhi has steadily emerged as a dependable humanitarian force during crises worldwide. This shift reflects the civilisational idea of “Vishwamitra” — a friend of the world, where compassion, capability, and timely action define India’s international conduct. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi , this philosophy has translat

In what could become the largest defence aircraft acquisition in India’s history, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is preparing to discuss a proposal this week to procure 114 Rafale  fighter jets from France at an estimated cost of ₹3.25 lakh crore. The high‑level meeting, scheduled within the next few days, will examine the contours of this massive government‑to‑government deal with French aerospace major Dassault Aviation , and its implications for the Indian Air Force (IAF) a

In a decisive move aimed at strengthening national security and accelerating military modernisation, the Government of India has approved defence procurement proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore. The clearance was granted by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , marking one of the most substantial defence approvals in recent years. The decision reflects India’s intent to enhance its combat readiness across land, sea, and air