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Army has rejected claims made by a social media post that one of its Remotely Piloted Aircraft was “hacked” by the Chinese side, and urged media houses and social media users to refrain from carrying “unverified” and “misleading” content, sources said.
The Army remains fully committed to the security and operational integrity of all its assets, they said. A recent social media post alleged that an RPA of the Indian Army had “veered” into the Chinese territory in eastern theatre.
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The Indian Navy will carry out a mega wargame with several African nations next month to expand its overall defence cooperation with the continent, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new vision for engagement with the Global South.
Modi announced the vision MAHASAGAR or “Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions” for India’s engagement with the Global South during his recent visit to Mauritius.
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The 33rd meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) was held in Beijing today.
During the meeting, the officials of the two nations reviewed the situation along the Line of Actual Control in the India-China border areas and agreed on the early resumption of cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including on trans-border rivers and Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra.
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The Alpha Jet planes are thought to have collided near an air base west of Saint-Dizier in northeastern France, the French air and space force told AFP. Three people — two pilots and one passenger — ejected and were “found conscious”, according to the military.
One person suffered multiple injuries, a source told AFP. One of the planes crashed into a silo, sparking a fire. There were no civilian casualties. “Emergency services have been mobilised,” Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on X.
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Minorities in India are safe and fake narratives stating the contrary must be debunked, Union minister Kiren Rijiju said on Tuesday, asserting that minority communities will continue to play a big role in nation building.
Addressing a national conference of State Minority Commissions organised by the National Commission for Minorities (NCM), Rijiju said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a clarion call for making India a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
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Lucknow Municipal Corporation on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution to rename the road in front of the ISRO office in Janakipuram after Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams.
City Mayor Sushma Kharkwal informed us of the decision. The resolution was proposed by Corporator Ranjit Singh. “A corporator, Ranjit Singh, gave a proposal on this, and it was passed unanimously. A road in front of the ISRO office in Janakipuram will be renamed after Sunita Williams,” Sushma Kharkwal said.
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The Border Security Force on Tuesday handed over a Pakistani woman named Humra to the Pakistan Rangers at the Anupgarh border area in Rajasthan, on humanitarian grounds, as confirmed by officials. According to the release, the woman had illegally crossed the India-Pakistan International Border near the Anupgarh area of the Sriganganagar sector on March 17, 2025, and entered Indian territory.
She was apprehended by the BSF and subsequently handed over to the local police before being repatriated. The handover was carried out following a medical examination, reflecting a humanitarian approach, as confirmed by the Public Relations Officer, Frontier Headquarters, Border Security Force.
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In a significant stride toward bolstering India’s indigenous defense aviation capabilities, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is on track to complete the production of the first Tejas MkII aircraft by the end of October 2025. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) program, which aims to deliver a 4.5-generation multi-role fighter to the Indian Air Force (IAF). According to sources familiar with the development, over 60% of the aircraft’s assembly has already been completed, with HAL focusing on integrating critical avionics and systems typically installed in the final stages of production.
HAL officials have confirmed that most of the equipment currently being integrated includes avionics, electronic warfare systems, and other subsystems reserved for the final stages of production. These components are critical for the aircraft’s operational capabilities, including its Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, advanced cockpit displays, and enhanced weapon systems integration. By October 2025, HAL aims to have the aircraft 100% ready, setting the stage for the next phase of its development journey.
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Estonia, a Baltic nation strategically positioned near Russia, is intensifying its efforts to bolster its air defense capabilities, with a keen interest in Indian air defense radars. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to enhance surveillance and communication systems, with plans to replace its existing air defense radars by 2027. Jonatan Vseviov, Secretary General of Estonia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recently highlighted Estonia’s intent to collaborate with Indian companies in defense production, aligning with the European Union’s (EU) push to ramp up military spending in the coming years.
Estonia’s interest in Indian technology stems from its need to modernize its defense infrastructure amid heightened regional security concerns. The country has already taken significant steps to strengthen its air surveillance network, exemplified by the ongoing construction of a new radar installation on Hiiumaa Island, expected to be completed by mid-2026. However, with the scheduled replacement of its air defense radars on the horizon, Estonia is exploring international partnerships to meet its ambitious timeline and technical requirements.
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In an intriguing development along India’s northeastern frontier, a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) reconnaissance drone, identified as the WL-10 or WL-2, has reportedly been sighted near Sikkim, operating out of China’s Shigatse airbase in Tibet. This rare spotting, noted on March 25, 2025, has sparked interest among defense observers due to the drone’s elusive nature and its proximity to the sensitive Indo-China border.
Adding to the intrigue, the drone’s Mode-S address—listed as #783132 ’00CA6181’—is believed to be bogus, a tactic previously observed in Chinese unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) operating in contested regions like the South China Sea (SCS) and Taiwan theater.
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India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a 5.5th-generation stealth fighter jet program, has garnered attention not only for its technological ambition but also for its remarkably low development cost. With a Full-Scale Engineering Development (FSED) allocation of ?15,000 crore (approximately $1.8 billion) over a 10-year period, including the construction of five prototypes, the AMCA stands out as potentially the cheapest 5th-generation jet program in the world.
This article delves into the AMCA’s development budget and compares it to the project costs of other 5th-generation fighter programs globally, highlighting India’s cost-effective approach and its implications for the global aerospace industry.
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In a significant development, Globe Forge Limited (formerly Nibe Ordnance Global Limited), a subsidiary of the Company, has encountered a roadblock in its plans to supply 155mm M107 empty shells to Munition India Limited (MIL). Following an earlier announcement on June 14, 2024, regarding the receipt of a Letter of Intent (LOI) from MIL for the supply of these artillery shells to its global customers, the Company has now received communication from MIL stating that the LOI has been canceled. This update aligns with the disclosure requirements under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The cancellation stems from the termination of the original contract between MIL and its ultimate buyer. According to the communication from MIL, the Competent Authority has decided to nullify the LOI dated June 14, 2024, with no liability or claims arising against MIL as a result of this decision. This abrupt reversal marks a setback for Globe Forge Limited, which had positioned itself to contribute to India’s growing defense export ecosystem through this deal.
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The Indian Digital Combat Simulator (DCS) community has been buzzing with excitement and anticipation following a recent article published by idrw.org titled, “Why the Indian-Made LCA Tejas Is Absent from DCS World Modules.” The piece highlighted the absence of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas in the popular flight simulation platform DCS World, sparking a wave of enthusiasm among Indian aviation enthusiasts and virtual pilots. In response, members of the community have reached out to idrw.org, urging the Indian Air Force (IAF) to provide detailed information about the LCA Tejas Mk1A to enable the creation of a realistic module for the simulator.
DCS World, developed by Eagle Dynamics, is renowned for its highly detailed and authentic military aircraft simulations, offering players an immersive experience with meticulously modeled cockpits, flight dynamics, and weapon systems. While the platform boasts an impressive lineup of aircraft from around the globe, the absence of the LCA Tejas—a cornerstone of India’s aerospace ambitions—has left Indian fans yearning for representation.
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In a recent incident that piqued the interest of Indian defense enthusiasts, a bulletproof tractor was spotted advancing toward an encounter site, leading to widespread confusion and speculation. The unusual sight of an armored agricultural vehicle in a combat zone raised eyebrows and triggered discussions across online forums and social media platforms. However, the mystery was soon unraveled: the tractor belongs to the Border Security Force (BSF) and serves a far more mundane—yet vital—purpose than engaging in combat operations.
Contrary to initial assumptions, this bulletproof tractor is not a new weapon in the BSF’s arsenal but a specialized tool designed for farming-related activities along India’s sensitive borders. At the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB), vast stretches of Indian farmland lie beyond the security fences, often in close proximity to hostile territories. These areas, while fertile, have historically been difficult to cultivate due to the constant threat of cross-border firing and infiltration. To address this, the BSF employs bulletproof tractors to assist farmers in tilling their fields safely, ensuring agricultural productivity even in volatile regions.
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Yard 11190 (Nistar), the first of the two Diving Support Vessels (DSV) designed and constructed indigenously by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) here is in final stages of construction. On March 21, 2025, the crew carried out the Sea Trials of Air/ Mix gas diving systems and its Observation Class Remotely Operated Vehicle (OROV), a defence release said here on Monday.
The Air/ Mix Diving complex onboard the Nistar class includes an Open Bottom Bell & Side Diving Stage which enable the ship to undertake diving up to a depth of 75 meters. These systems can be readily deployed at short notice and are crucial for conducting rapid underwater diving surveys and inspections, facilitating efficient planning for Saturation Diving Operations.
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