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 that belief to the test. It is no longer just…
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 in multiple Indian media reports including Hindustan Times IANS and…
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 the incident near South Dickenson Avenue and West Cadillac Avenue.…
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 engines. Currently, the focus lies on developing an 800 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 highlights HAL’s exceptional round-the-clock support during critical operational deployments. HAL…
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 reference platform for all weapon systems, including aircraft, ships, guns,…
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 Virupaksha Radar, an advanced AESA radar developed by DRDO’s LRDE.…
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 for rapid deployment and modular flexibility, its performance in Ukrainian…
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 units tested the system at an altitude exceeding 15,000 feet.…
DRDO HALE to Strengthen India’s Armed Drone Capability
India has recognized the growing strategic need for armed reconnaissance drones. DRDO has started developing a High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) UAV. This new DRDO HALE program aims to match…