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The French Navy’s nuclear-powered attack submarine, Suffren, has made its presence felt in India, accompanying the Charles de Gaulle carrier battle group on a strategic visit. This event is not just a demonstration of military cooperation between the two countries, but also an opportunity for India to explore advanced submarine technologies. France has extended an offer to India, sharing the cutting-edge Pump-jet propulsion technology used in the Suffren-class nuclear-powered attack submarines, a crucial component that could have significant implications for India’s ongoing nuclear submarine projects.

The Pump-jet propulsion system is a sophisticated alternative to traditional propeller-based propulsion systems. This technology uses a pump to draw water into the submarine and eject it through a nozzle, creating thrust. The design significantly reduces noise levels, making it more stealthy and harder to detect. As stealth is one of the most critical factors in modern naval warfare, particularly for submarines, the Pump-jet system offers a clear advantage in maintaining operational secrecy and survivability in hostile waters.

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The Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL) in Dehradun has made significant strides in airborne communication technology with the successful trials of the C-Band Line-of-Sight (LOS) Datalink under the Datalink Airborne Platforms (DLAP, DEA-118) project. These trials were conducted on the HS125-800 Hawker aircraft at the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS) in Bengaluru, in collaboration with industry partners.

The trials started with ground-based tests between the Ground Earth Station (GES) and a moving vehicle, ensuring the reliability of the datalink system under dynamic conditions. The Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) for the airborne datalink was successfully installed on the HS125-800 Hawker aircraft, marking a significant step in integrating advanced communication systems into existing platforms.

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In a move that could significantly advance India’s defense capabilities, the country is on the cusp of making a pivotal decision regarding the engine for its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. The engine, which needs to deliver a thrust of approximately 110kN, is central to the success of this ambitious 5th generation fighter jet project. Negotiations are currently underway with two of the world’s leading aerospace companies: France’s Safran and the UK’s Rolls-Royce.

The AMCA, designed to be India’s first indigenous stealth fighter, represents a leap forward in the nation’s aerospace technology. The choice of engine is not merely a technical decision but a strategic one, affecting everything from the jet’s performance to India’s defense self-reliance and international partnerships.

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In a significant stride for India’s burgeoning defence manufacturing sector, Bengaluru-based SSS Defence has begun exporting its domestically developed .338 Lapua Magnum Saber Sniper Rifles to an unnamed friendly nation. This development underscores India’s growing capability in producing high-quality, specialized military equipment tailored for modern combat scenarios.

The 338 Saber Sniper Rifle, designed for elite military sniping and special law enforcement operations, has been crafted to meet the stringent demands of long-range engagements. Here are some key features of this rifle:

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In a development that has stirred controversy and raised eyebrows in regional geopolitics, Pakistani ISI-backed handles on the social media platform X have claimed that India’s Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) has been supplying the Afghan Taliban with Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs). Specifically, these allegations point to the transfer of 9M113 Konkurs missiles, originally of Russian design but also manufactured in India.

These claims come on the heels of reports from Indian sources in October 2024, which acknowledged the transfer of such weaponry. The move has been labeled by various analysts as a potentially destabilizing act in the already volatile South Asian region. The Konkurs missile, known for its effectiveness against armored vehicles, could significantly alter the balance of power if indeed used in active combat scenarios.

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India is currently in the process of evaluating options for the procurement of 110 multi-role fighter aircraft (MRFA) as part of its efforts to modernize and strengthen the Indian Air Force (IAF). The MRFA tender, estimated to cost around $25 billion, aims to replace aging fleet elements, bolster combat capabilities, and ensure air superiority for the next several decades. While the acquisition of advanced fighter jets remains an important component of India’s military modernization, a $25 billion investment could be allocated more strategically in several other ways to not only enhance India’s aerospace sector but also to bolster overall national defense and security.

Let’s explore how India can maximize this substantial budget in various sectors that will have both immediate and long-term impacts on the nation’s aerospace sector and the IAF’s combat strength.

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A striking illustration from Taiwan, depicting Lord Rama aiming an arrow at a Chinese dragon, has once again captured public attention after being discovered near the Chinese border. Initially published by a Taiwanese news portal in 2020, the cartoon went viral following the violent clashes between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, Ladakh, along the Line of Actual Control. The artwork, captioned with the bold assertion “We Conquer, We Kill,” symbolizes a narrative of resistance and defiance.

On June 15, 2020, a skirmish led to the death of 20 Indian soldiers. While China did not officially disclose its casualty figures, U.S. intelligence estimated that 35 Chinese soldiers perished in the confrontation. This clash was one of the deadliest in decades along the India-China border.

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India’s biennial aerospace exhibition Aero India will be held at Yelahanka on the outskirts of Bengaluru from February 10-14 and it will showcase the country as an emerging hub for manufacturing of military aircraft, helicopters, equipment and new-age avionics.

The event will include both air displays and static exhibitions of a large array of military platforms from the aerospace sector, the defence ministry said on Monday. “With the broad theme ‘The Runway to a Billion Opportunities’, the event will provide a platform for forging partnerships between foreign and Indian firms and the discovery of newer avenues in the global value chain to accelerate the indigenisation process,” it said.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership has scaled new heights, including in the areas of technology, defence, space, biotechnology and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

PM Modi made the observation as the outgoing US National Security Advisor (NSA) Jake Sullivan called on him in New Delhi before wrapping up his two-day India visit.

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The India-US comprehensive global strategic partnership has scaled new heights, including in areas of technology and defence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday after US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met him.

Jake Sullivan is on a visit to India two weeks ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the US.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday vowed to eliminate Naxals from the country by March 2026 and asserted that the sacrifice of those killed by the extremists in Chhattisgarh will not go in vain. Shah’s comments came after eight jawans of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and a civilian driver were killed after Naxals blew up their vehicle with a powerful improvised explosive device (IED) in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district.

“I am deeply saddened by the news of the loss of DRG soldiers in an IED blast in Bijapur (Chhattisgarh). I express my deepest condolences to the families of the brave soldiers.

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The Indian government has granted citizenship to Sumitra Prasad alias Rani Saha, a woman who had been living in Bihar’s Ara city for 40 years. This marks the first instance in Bihar of citizenship being granted under the provisions of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and related rules.

Sumitra, who resides on Chitra Toli Road in Ara and runs a grocery shop, has been living in India on a visa since 1985. Her journey to citizenship has been long and challenging, involving numerous visits to police stations and embassies over the decades.

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The capital punishment handed to Indian nurse Nimisha Priya by a Yemeni court has not been ratified by President Rashad al-Alimi, the West Asian nation’s embassy said on Monday.

The embassy issued the clarification to a media outlet following its report on the case. The Yemeni government emphasises that the entire case has been handled by the Houthi militias, and therefore, Rashad Al-Alimi, Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council, Yemen, has not ratified this judgment, the mission said.

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Bangladesh’s International Criminal Tribunal (ICT) on Monday issued arrest warrants against deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 11 others, including former military generals and an ex-police chief, for their alleged role in incidents of enforced disappearances. 

This was the second arrest warrant by the ICT against Hasina, who fled to India after her Awami League regime’s toppling following unprecedented anti-government protests in August last year. The tribunal has so far recorded three cases against her. 

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In a mutual exchange between India and Bangladesh amid strained bilateral relations, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) handed over 90 Bangladeshi fishermen for 95 Indian fishermen at the International Maritime Boundary Line, a Defence official said here.

The Indian fishermen were handed over by the ICG to the district magistrate of West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas near Sagar Island on Monday, he said.

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