Cabinet Clears 97 Tejas Fighters for the IAF
On August 19, 2025, the Cabinet Committee on Security approved procurement of 97 Tejas Mk1A aircraft. Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
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Tariff War Begins to Test India-US Strategic Partnership
India and the United States built a relationship many once believed was stable. However, the ongoing Tariff War is putting…
Has Airbus Lied? C-295 Delivery Sparks Timeline Confusion
Airbus announced a major milestone. It claimed to deliver the final Spain-made C-295 aircraft to India early. This announcement appeared…
F35 Crash Near NAS Lemoore – July 30, 2025
An F35 crash occurred near NAS Lemoore in California. The jet caught fire after impact. California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed…
India’s Complete Spectrum of Tank Engine Development
India is actively building its complete spectrum of tank engine capabilities. The effort spans from 600 HP to 1500 HP…
HAL Earns IAF Commendation for Round-the-Clock Aircraft Support
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has received a commendation letter from the Chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The letter…
INS Nistar – India’s Indigenous Diving Support Vessel (DSV)
This is Weapon-O-Pedia coverage for INS Nistar. Weapon-O-Pedia, is an initiative by Alpha Defence aimed at creating a credible, easy-to-understand…
Virupaksha Radar Powers Su-30 MKI Upgrade for the Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched a major upgrade for its Su-30 MKI fleet. At the center stands the…
Stryker in Ukraine & its Relevance to Indian Terrain Dynamics
The U.S.-origin Stryker armored combat vehicle, widely deployed in Ukraine, has undergone extensive battlefield testing under high-threat environments. While designed…
Indian Army Tests Akash Prime at High Altitude in Ladakh
The Indian Army conducted successful trials of the Akash Prime air defence system in the Ladakh sector. Army Air Defence…