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Topic: Defence

China’s newest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank earlier this year, says US defence official

Satellite images from Planet Labs from June appear to show cranes at Wuchang shipyard, where the nuclear-powered attack submarine would have been docked.

Navy chief Dinesh Tripathi flags ‘belligerent bullying’ in South China Sea, without naming China

Delivering a lecture in New Delhi, Dinesh Tripathi says niche and disruptive technologies are now changing the character of warfare.

Germany’s TKMS with MDL or Spain’s Navantia with L&T? Navy set to decide who will make 6 new submarines

The first submarine under P75I is to be delivered in 7 years from the date of contract signing. So, if a contract is inked tomorrow, the first submarine will come by 2031 earliest.

Defence ministry clears 10 proposals worth Rs 1.45 lakh crore, aircraft & radars to be procured

Proposals cleared by DAC chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to enhance country's defence preparedness.

Bangladesh protests have implications for India. New Delhi must engage at military level

There is concern about potential spillover effects of the Bangladesh protests into India, particularly in the Northeastern states. India needs to closely monitor the situation to prevent any cross-border implications.

SOSA done, India & US now aim for RDP. A look at these two critical defence agreements

SOSA was signed on the sidelines of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s ongoing visit to America. RDP, which will be legally binding, is next step.

PM Modi’s Ukraine visit is not just about geopolitics. India wants to upgrade its warships

As Modi and Zelenskyy discuss bilateral and multilateral cooperation, there is a strong possibility that they will explore ways to deepen industrial and defence ties.

What next for US-India defence? Strategic priorities for Modi 3.0, new White House leadership

In Modi's third term, and with bipartisan support for the US-India relationship in America, growth is anticipated in defence collaboration.

Indian Army is not a job guarantee scheme—8 big reasons to support Agnipath

The United States Army enlists many short-term personnel, with initial contracts ranging from two to six years. The Israeli Defense Forces, on the other hand, rely on a conscription model.

India must pause Kargil celebrations. Understand Pakistan Army psychology first

A quarter of a century ago, the Pakistan Army was at one of its lowest points after getting defeated from a winning position. But it has now returned to centre stage despite severe political setbacks.

On Camera

6 reasons Trump’s Gaza plan won’t work—even if Hamas accepts it

On paper, the 21-point plan looks balanced—Palestinian governance, international oversight, reconstruction pledges. But in reality, it is a non-negotiable diktat.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.