Defence

The Tejas crash at the Dubai Air Show turned a moment of national pride into sudden heartbreak when Wing Commander Syal lost his life. This article unpacks the events of that day, explains why the Tejas crash matters for India’s defense readiness, and outlines the practical lessons and reforms needed to ensure the program recovers stronger. It also honors the pilot’s sacrifice and shows how the Tejas crash can become a catalyst for accountability, safer engineering, and faster delivery of operational jets.

China’s new air defence near Pangong marks a major strategic escalation in the Himalayas. Satellite imagery reveals advanced HQ-9 missile systems, radar units, and fortified shelters aimed at asserting Chinese air dominance over eastern Ladakh. This development not only alters the regional military balance but also raises critical questions about India’s preparedness, response strategy, and the long-term implications for border security and geopolitical stability in South Asia.

After 62 years of defending India’s skies, the MiG-21 takes its final bow. From Cold War origins to combat victories in 1971, Kargil, and Balakot, this supersonic icon wasn’t just a fighter jet—it was a symbol of resilience, sacrifice, and national pride. As the Indian Air Force prepares to retire the MiG-21 on September 26, 2025, its legacy lives on in every sortie flown, every pilot trained, and every sonic boom that once echoed across the subcontinent. This is more than a farewell—it’s a salute to a legend that shaped India’s aerial doctrine and inspired a new generation of indigenous fighters.

India has successfully tested Agni 5, its most advanced nuclear-capable ballistic missile with a range of over 5,000 km. Equipped with MIRV technology, advanced guidance systems, and a canisterized launch platform, Agni 5 strengthens India’s strategic deterrence. While it marks a big leap in defense capability, the test has also raised fresh concerns in Pakistan over regional stability.

On Independence Day 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Mission Sudarshan Chakra, India’s ambitious plan to build an indigenous multi-layered missile defense system. Inspired by Lord Krishna’s legendary weapon, the project aims to safeguard the nation against ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, drones, and rocket artillery through a tiered shield of long, medium, and short-range interceptors. Powered by artificial intelligence and developed under the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the system will provide real-time threat assessment and autonomous defense responses.

Indian Air Force Chief, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, shared fresh details about Operation Sindoor. He revealed how India`s S-400 shot down 5 Pakistani jets with state-of-the-art air defence missile systems along with an AEW&C/ELINT aircraft — a highly specialised platform built for airborne surveillance and early-warning operations. The IAF chief further stated that several parked F-16 fighter jets were destroyed at the Jacobabad airbase, while the AEW&C aircraft was neutralized in Bholari.

Indian Navy`s warship Design Bureau has recently introduced the next-generation destroyer concept under the name Project 18 (P-18). Which is a larger and more capable than the current Visakhapatnam-class destroyers. Having a displacement weight of 13000 tones, with features of 144 vertical launch systems (VLS) & advanced radar system which can detect up to 500 km.
Indian navy focus on multi-domain operation with focus on indigenous manufacturing and boosting India`s naval power.

India is on the brink of revolutionizing its strategic defense posture with the development of a next-generation hypersonic missile system. Codenamed Project Vishnu, this ambitious DRDO program could not only place India among the select few nations with hypersonic strike capabilities but also fundamentally alter the balance of power in Asia

Indian Army has unveiled two pioneering formations: the Rudra Brigade and Bhairav Battalions. These units are central to India’s strategy of enhancing combat readiness and operational efficiency along its borders with China and Pakistan.

Government of India made it official: India will not pursue the operation of three aircraft carriers simultaneously. Instead, the focus will shift toward strengthening undersea capabilities and other modern naval assets. This decision came after months of strategic evaluation, budgeting reviews, and technological feasibility assessments.