By N. C. Bipindra New Delhi: The killing of top Maoist commander Mandvi Hidma in Andhra Pradesh has delivered one of the most consequential setbacks to Left-Wing Extremism in recent memory. Long seen as the most feared battlefield strategist of the CPI (Maoist), Hidma’s elimination is being hailed […]
China’s disinformation campaign post-Operation Sindoor aimed to undermine India’s Rafale jets while promoting its J-35 aircraft, according to a US report. Beijing employed social media tactics to distort the India-Pakistan clash narrative, reinforcing military ties with Pakistan and attempting to influence regional defense procurement dynamics amid rising tensions with India.
India and Germany are enhancing their defence partnership through a High Defence Committee meeting, focusing on co-development of advanced military systems. The two nations aim to strengthen collaboration on military technologies, including submarines, and confirm participation in joint exercises, highlighting their commitment to mutual security and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.
France’s plan to provide Ukraine with up to 100 Rafale fighter jets signifies a major shift in European defense and Ukraine’s air capabilities. The deal enhances Rafale’s global market position while asserting France’s role as a key military partner for Ukraine, amid increasing geopolitical tensions and the push for advanced military support.
India’s commissioning of INS Mahe on November 24, 2025, represents a significant advancement in its coastal defense capabilities. This Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare vessel, developed by Cochin Shipyard, underscores India’s focus on self-reliance in defense amid growing maritime challenges from Pakistan and China. It is a key component of India’s modern naval strategy.
India and Germany are discussing lifting a decade-old ban on Rheinmetall AG to reset their defence partnership. This move could enhance industrial collaboration, coinciding with a submarine deal between ThyssenKrupp and Indian shipbuilders. The German Ambassador confirmed initial talks, indicating a shift towards stronger strategic ties as India diversifies defence partnerships.
India’s recent UNSC intervention emphasizes the need for structural reform in response to its outdated framework and opaque processes. Ambassador Harish critiques the Council for undermining trust and represents global inequities, advocating for expanded membership to better reflect current geopolitical realities. India insists on transparency and accountability in reform discussions.
Boeing’s delay in delivering three Apache AH-64E helicopters to India reveals geopolitical tensions involving India, Türkiye, and Pakistan. Türkiye’s blocking of airspace for the cargo highlights vulnerabilities in India’s defense logistics, emphasizing the intersection of military acquisitions and international relations amid India’s efforts to modernize its armed forces and maintain strategic autonomy.
India’s Mudh-Nyoma airbase, operationalized in eastern Ladakh, enhances military readiness against China by providing a strategic forward base, reducing response times to PLA movements. It supports rapid troop induction and extends operational reach while serving as a political statement of India’s sovereignty and commitment to regional stability, fostering local development and connectivity.
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’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 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.
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.
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 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.
