scorecardresearch
Add as a preferred source on Google
Sunday, September 28, 2025
TopicIndia armed forces

Topic: India armed forces

What India can learn from Israel about atmanirbharta in defence

India’s fledgling defence industry has struggled to translate capacity into mass production or compete globally, resulting in continued reliance on imports.

What Operation Parakram taught us—deterrence requires more than just mobilisation or rhetoric

Lofty goals cannot obscure a complex reality: when the need arises to unsheathe the sword, we must already have it sharpened, maintained, and ready for battle.

Recruiting Agniveers for 7-8 yrs, retaining 60-70% afterwards — possible changes to Agnipath scheme

NDA ally JD(U) has demanded review of military recruitment scheme that drew protests when it was launched in 2022. Demands for rollback continue.

US Gen Mark Milley showed how military stays loyal to constitution under govt control

General Mark Milley was able to temper the whimsical conduct of former US President Donald Trump with firm advice and straight spine.

On Camera

We can’t just blame Muslims and Englishmen for shattered Hindu unity: RSS chief Deoras

In May 1974, RSS chief Madhukar Dattatraya Deoras spoke at a lecture series in Pune about caste-based discrimination and social equality within the Hindu fold.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

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.