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India, Vietnam Dive Deeper: Historic Submarine Rescue Pact Signals Stronger Defence Ties in the Indo-Pacific to Counter China

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India and Vietnam established a significant maritime partnership through a landmark agreement on submarine search and rescue support on November 10, 2025. This agreement, signed during the 15th Defence Policy Dialogue, enhances defence collaboration and strategic alignment amid rising regional tensions, particularly with China, while promoting technological cooperation and expanding joint initiatives in the Indo-Pacific.

India Defence Sector Hits USD 17 Billion Milestone; Rajnath Singh Pushes for Export-Led Growth and Green Manufacturing

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India’s defence production reached a record INR 151,000 crore (USD 17 billion) for 2024-25, driven mainly by state-run industries. Defence exports rose to INR 6,695 crore (USD 755 million). New initiatives and collaborations aim to enhance self-reliance and sustainability, positioning India as a future global defence manufacturing hub.

Lockheed Martin Deepens ‘Make in India’ Push: US Defence Giant Expands Supplier Ties at Bengaluru Conference

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Lockheed Martin held its 11th India Suppliers Conference in Bengaluru on Nov. 3, 2025, with over 30 Indian firms and defence officials to enhance industrial collaboration. The event focused on strengthening India’s defence manufacturing and establishing partnerships for upcoming programmes, featuring recognition of exemplary Indian suppliers and a commitment to deeper US-India strategic ties.

India Armed Forces Flex Their Muscle: Mega War Games Send a Powerful Message to China, Pakistan and Beyond

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India’s armed forces are enhancing combat readiness through extensive joint military exercises across land, sea, and air, including Prachand Prahaar, TROPEX 25, and Trishul. This strategic shift aims to integrate services for effective deterrence against threats from China and Pakistan, emphasizing multi-domain operations and a cohesive defense framework.

India to Finish Massive Mauritius’ Agaléga Air Base and Naval Jetty by 2026, Without the “Debt Trap” Strings China Pulls

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India plans to complete the construction of an air base and naval jetty on Agaléga Island in Mauritius by 2026, emphasizing a cooperative partnership without creating debt dependency. This strategic project aims to enhance regional security and maritime capabilities, contrasting with China’s controversial approach of entrapment through loans.

India USD 1 Billion Jet Engine Deal with American GE: Can It Finally Turbocharge the Tejas Fighter and Self-Reliance Dream?

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India’s USD 1 billion deal with General Electric for 113 F404 jet engines marks a significant milestone for the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft program. It aims to enhance the Indian Air Force’s fleet amid declining numbers and supports India’s self-reliance in defense manufacturing, signaling a strong shift towards domestic aerospace capabilities and broader military readiness.

Rajnath Singh to Review Defence PSUs as India Doubles R&D Push to INR 32,766 Crore in Next Five Years

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India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will assess the performance of 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) on November 10, 2025, as part of a push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The review includes plans to double R&D investments, promote innovation, and enhance export capabilities to position DPSUs globally.

Pakistan Sweet Talk to Bangladesh Exposed: Islamabad 2025 ‘Rapprochement’ a Strategic Trap, Not Sincere Reconciliation

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Pakistan’s renewed diplomatic and military outreach to Bangladesh in 2025 masks a deeper strategic motive rather than genuine reconciliation. Decades after the 1971 genocide, Islamabad’s attempts to regain influence in Dhaka highlight opportunism and geopolitical rivalry with India, exposing Pakistan’s self-serving agenda behind its so-called rapprochement with Bangladesh.

Wings Over the Indo-Pacific: India-US Military Synergy Deepens as P-8I, MH-60R, Apache, and C-17 Define a New Era of Interoperability

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The recent joint exercise between the US and Indian navies near Diego Garcia marked significant progress in their military partnership, enhancing interoperability in anti-submarine warfare and maritime domain awareness. This collaboration, underpinned by advanced technology and joint operations, reflects a commitment to regional stability amid growing Chinese assertiveness, shaping a new era of defense ties.

India HAL Signs INR 6,000-Crore Deal with American GE for 113 F404 Engines to Power 97 Tejas Mk1A Fighters

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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed a significant agreement with General Electric for 113 F404-GE-IN20 engines, enhancing India’s indigenous fighter jet program. This deal supports the production of 97 Light Combat Aircraft Tejas Mk1A for the Indian Air Force, reinforcing defense cooperation and advancing India’s aerospace manufacturing capabilities.

India’s Medium Transport Aircraft Tender: What It Means for the Air Force and the Defence Industry

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India is set to procure a new fleet of Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) for the Indian Air Force, estimated at INR 70,000 crore. This initiative aims to bridge the gap in airlift capabilities, bolster domestic manufacturing, and enhance defense partnerships, while ensuring technology transfer and local assembly to support ‘Make in India’.

INS Ikshak Commissioned: Indian Navy Boosts Hydrographic and Maritime Power with Indigenously Built Survey Vessel

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The Indian Navy commissioned INS Ikshak, a significant addition to its Survey Vessel (Large) class, on November 6, 2025, in Kochi. With over 80% indigenous content, the ship reinforces India’s self-reliance in defense manufacturing. Designed for hydrographic surveys and emergency relief, INS Ikshak symbolizes India’s transition to a builder’s navy.

Airbus, Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya Sign agreement to Pioneer Waste-to-Sustainable Aviation Fuel R&D in India

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Airbus and Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya have signed a Joint Study Agreement to develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from waste materials. This partnership aims to enhance India’s aviation decarbonisation and circular economy goals by leveraging GSV’s academic strengths and Airbus’ industry expertise, ultimately fostering local SAF production capabilities for India’s aviation sector.

India and Israel Sign Landmark Defence Pact to Boost Strategic, Technological Cooperation

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India and Israel have enhanced their strategic partnership by signing a new Memorandum of Understanding on defense cooperation during the 17th Joint Working Group meeting in Tel Aviv. This agreement focuses on collaboration in emerging technologies, joint production, and combating shared threats, marking a significant development in their longstanding defense relationship.