Sukhoi S-70 Okhotnik -B “Shot Down” over Ukraine
On October 5, 2024, a significant event unfolded in the ongoing conflict over Ukraine, marking a new chapter in aerial warfare. The Sukhoi S-70 Okhotnik-B, a Russian stealth-heavy unmanned combat…
Iran’s Claim of Hitting Israeli F-35s: A Closer Look at Nevatim Airbase Strike
In a recent claim, Iran stated it had successfully hit and wiped out entire Israeli F-35 fighter jet fleet. During Iranian Massive Missile attack they targeted Nevatim Airbase, one of…
Private Push by ADA for AMCA & Tejas Mk2
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has taken a big step to involve Indian private companies in making key parts for combat aircraft. By inviting private firms, ADA aims to speed…
AMCA’s Electro-Optical Targeting System ( EOTS )
An AMCA’s Electro-Optical Targeting System ( EOTS ) is a really important system. This progress should be celebrated but due to the ongoing delays in the delivery of the GE…
Akashteer: Revolutionizing India’s Air Defence
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has delivered 100 control centers for the Akashteer Air Defence Control & Reporting System. This marks an important step in strengthening India’s defense capabilities. The rollout…
India’s Need for a Massive Stockpile of Affordable Solid-Fueled Missiles
On the eve of October 1st, as India was preparing to celebrate Gandhi Jayanti, honoring Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy of non-violence and peace, a stark contrast unfolded on the other side…
IAF’s “New hunt” for Six AEW&C
The Ministry of Defence (MoD), Government of India, has released an official Request for Information (RFI) indicating its intention to procure six Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) systems, along…
Was L&T-Navantia’s S80 used as a Pawn in P75-India ?
In this third and final article of the series, we question whether Larsen & Toubro and Spain’s Navantia, with their Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system on the S-80 submarine, were…
P75I : Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems: Strategic Acceptance or Tactical Gamble?
In the first article of this series, we explored how Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS), after initially backing out, made a last-minute decision to re-enter the Indian Navy’s tendering process for…
Decoding the Risks of Project 75I: Part 1
This article is the first of a three-part series analyzing the potential risks associated with India’s Project 75I submarine program. The Indian Navy’s operational readiness may be delayed by over…