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Friday, March 20, 2026
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Topic: Defence Technology

‘Guardrails needed’—Lithuanian diplomat flags tech transfer risks amid growing India-EU defence ties

Laimonas Talat-Kelpša, Political Director in Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underlined concerns over European technology reaching Russia or China, in interview with ThePrint.

What is Akashteer & why it’s dubbed as ‘hell for Pakistan’s air adventures’

Akashteer was jointly developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).

How India’s 1st stealth technology created at IIT-Kanpur promises big boost to defence capabilities

Anālakṣhya Metamaterial Surface Cloaking System, a camouflage tech, could help dodge satellite detection & provide protection from missiles. It also promises non-military applications.

Army identifies 16 tech clusters for modernisation, to also induct domain specialists

The Army has decided to recruit domain specialists for Information Technology, cyber, information warfare and linguistics in its Education Corps.

Gaza, Ukraine being fought on techno-battlefields. Indian military is 3 decades behind

My assessment is that the Indian armed forces are adopting emerging technologies for incremental change and not transformation—which is the need of the hour.

Could Stryker & Javelin deals hit defence atmanirbharta? Not if we play our cards right

As India and the US negotiate co-producing Stryker infantry combat vehicles and Javelin missiles, it’s raising questions about implications for indigenous weapon systems.

Hyderabad firm develops AI-powered system to counter hostile drones, takes it to armed forces

Hyderabad’s Grene Robotics claims 'Indrajaal' Counter Unmanned Aircraft System detects, identifies, and neutralises drone threats in real-time and can bolster military capabilities.

Modi has signed the defence deals with US. Now DRDO, private sectors must deliver

Without the govt enabling the public and private sectors, the deals signed between Modi and Biden won't realise their potential in strengthening India’s military power.

Why military is more for asserting political will, not just about controlling territory

No matter what tactics, doctrine, or weapon system is used, the objective of any war is to control territory, argues Gen. MM Naravane (retd). But it's politics that matters most.

Innovative disruption is the future of arms race and India has a bright chance at excelling

In the arms race, India can’t race ahead. Catching up is its best bet.

On Camera

CEC Gyanesh Kumar is a constitutional failure. Damage is not procedural, it is existential

Former CEC TN Seshan was feared, formidable & famously outspoken. He was never partisan. In contrast, Gyanesh Kumar has a cavalier disdain, even disrespect, toward the Opposition.

‘Defies logic’: HDFC Bank chair’s abrupt resignation over ‘ethics’ rattles investors

His resignation letter alleged that practices within the bank were not in congruence with his personal values and ethics led to HDFC shares slumping to their lowest since June 2024.

Tracked: How a sailor’s 35-minute workout on deck gave away exact location of French aircraft carrier

A fitness run logged on a Strava‑linked watch by a French sailor has revealed the movement of nuclear‑powered Charles de Gaulle in the Mediterranean

Peaceful power transfers followed uprisings in India’s neighbourhood. It’s a sign of mature democracies

Rating democracies is a tricky business. I am only using the simple metric of who in the Indian subcontinent has had the most peaceful, stable, normal political transitions and continuity.