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China Unveils Its Second 5th-Gen Fighter, Looks Exactly Like This US Jet
China's second fifth-generation stealth fighter jet is making a debut at its largest air show, taking centre stage at the event and becoming the second nation in the world after the US to have more than one fifth-generation fighter jet.
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China Launches Missile Deep Into Pacific Ocean, First Such Test Since 1980
China launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from its territory deep into the Pacific Ocean on September 25, the first such test since 1980.
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Philippines Slams China's "Unjustified, Illegal, Reckless" Actions Over Disputed Reef
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Sunday condemned Chinese air force actions in waters of the South China Sea claimed by both countries, calling the actions "unjustified, illegal and reckless".
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China Counters India's Rafale With Stealth Jet Deployment Near Sikkim
New, high resolution satellite imagery available with NDTV show several J-20s, China's most advanced stealth fighter, landing at a key high-altitude Tibetan air base located less than 150 kilometres from the Sikkim border.
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Opinion | China Is Revamping Its Military, And India Must Not Take It Lightly
China's growing military prowess has implications for India's defence planning and security posture. Making Indian armed forces fit to fight 21st-century wars should be the topmost priority for any government that takes office in June.
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Opinion | For India's Drone Challenges, Lessons From The Agni-V Feat
While the success of the Agni missile programme showcases the potential and capabilities of DRDO scientists, the not-so-remarkable journey in UAV development programmes necessitates introspection.
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Blog: Project Zorawar - How India Plans To Counter China At High Altitudes
Developed under a public-private partnership with the DRDO and L&T, the Army's ambitious light tank project, titled 'Zorawar', was envisioned in 2021. Under it, the Centre seeks to procure 350 light tanks in a phased manner.
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Opinion: Aatmanirbharta Is The Focus In Centre's Rs 84,000 Crore Defence Package
The approvals granted by the Defence Ministry last week are aligned with the government's vision of supporting indigenous design, development and manufacturing, with Import of equipment limited to bare essentials.
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Taiwan Says Detected 18 China Planes In First Military Activity After Polls
Taiwan's defence ministry said it had detected on Wednesday evening 18 Chinese air force planes operating around Taiwan and carrying out "joint combat readiness patrols" with Chinese warships, the first large-scale post-election military activity.
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India vs Pakistan: A Comparison Of Military Strength Between Arch-Rivals
India is ranked as the fourth strongest military in the world, just behind the US, Russia and China, according to the Global Firepower Index, a data platform that analyses statistics to determine a nation's conventional war-fighting capabilities.
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IAF Northeast Wargames Along China Border Showcase Joint Ops With Army
Major aerial exercise 'Poorvi Akash' held across northeastern states along China border by Indian Air Force included joint operations with Army and involved high-tech lethal weapons such as the 'Sudarshan' S-400 air defence missile systems.
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India, Russia To Soon Discuss Delivery Schedule Of Remaining S-400 Squadrons
With the Air Force having already operationalised three of its S-400 air defence missile along borders with China and Pakistan, Indian and Russian officials are set to meet soon to discuss the final delivery schedule for the remaining two squadrons.
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'Top Gun' In Real Life? Chinese, American Jets 10 Feet From Each Other
Last week the Pentagon released footage of some of these intercepts, several of which were described by senior US military officials as "risky and aggressive in nature".
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Taiwan Says China Has Amped "Military Intimidation" This Year
Taiwan's defence minister said Thursday China has stepped up "military intimidation" this year by flying an increased number of warplanes around the island as well as accelerating the deployment of ballistic missiles.
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Air Force's Role In Eastern Ladakh Has Increased Manifold, Says Officer
The role of Indian Air Force (IAF) has increased manifold in the Eastern Ladakh bordering China, a senior officer said and announced that the force is in the process of getting long range surveillance radar systems to keep an eye on the enemy.
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China Unveils Its Second 5th-Gen Fighter, Looks Exactly Like This US Jet
China's second fifth-generation stealth fighter jet is making a debut at its largest air show, taking centre stage at the event and becoming the second nation in the world after the US to have more than one fifth-generation fighter jet.
-
China Launches Missile Deep Into Pacific Ocean, First Such Test Since 1980
China launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from its territory deep into the Pacific Ocean on September 25, the first such test since 1980.
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Philippines Slams China's "Unjustified, Illegal, Reckless" Actions Over Disputed Reef
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Sunday condemned Chinese air force actions in waters of the South China Sea claimed by both countries, calling the actions "unjustified, illegal and reckless".
-
China Counters India's Rafale With Stealth Jet Deployment Near Sikkim
New, high resolution satellite imagery available with NDTV show several J-20s, China's most advanced stealth fighter, landing at a key high-altitude Tibetan air base located less than 150 kilometres from the Sikkim border.
-
Opinion | China Is Revamping Its Military, And India Must Not Take It Lightly
China's growing military prowess has implications for India's defence planning and security posture. Making Indian armed forces fit to fight 21st-century wars should be the topmost priority for any government that takes office in June.
-
Opinion | For India's Drone Challenges, Lessons From The Agni-V Feat
While the success of the Agni missile programme showcases the potential and capabilities of DRDO scientists, the not-so-remarkable journey in UAV development programmes necessitates introspection.
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Blog: Project Zorawar - How India Plans To Counter China At High Altitudes
Developed under a public-private partnership with the DRDO and L&T, the Army's ambitious light tank project, titled 'Zorawar', was envisioned in 2021. Under it, the Centre seeks to procure 350 light tanks in a phased manner.
-
Opinion: Aatmanirbharta Is The Focus In Centre's Rs 84,000 Crore Defence Package
The approvals granted by the Defence Ministry last week are aligned with the government's vision of supporting indigenous design, development and manufacturing, with Import of equipment limited to bare essentials.
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Taiwan Says Detected 18 China Planes In First Military Activity After Polls
Taiwan's defence ministry said it had detected on Wednesday evening 18 Chinese air force planes operating around Taiwan and carrying out "joint combat readiness patrols" with Chinese warships, the first large-scale post-election military activity.
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India vs Pakistan: A Comparison Of Military Strength Between Arch-Rivals
India is ranked as the fourth strongest military in the world, just behind the US, Russia and China, according to the Global Firepower Index, a data platform that analyses statistics to determine a nation's conventional war-fighting capabilities.
-
IAF Northeast Wargames Along China Border Showcase Joint Ops With Army
Major aerial exercise 'Poorvi Akash' held across northeastern states along China border by Indian Air Force included joint operations with Army and involved high-tech lethal weapons such as the 'Sudarshan' S-400 air defence missile systems.
-
India, Russia To Soon Discuss Delivery Schedule Of Remaining S-400 Squadrons
With the Air Force having already operationalised three of its S-400 air defence missile along borders with China and Pakistan, Indian and Russian officials are set to meet soon to discuss the final delivery schedule for the remaining two squadrons.
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'Top Gun' In Real Life? Chinese, American Jets 10 Feet From Each Other
Last week the Pentagon released footage of some of these intercepts, several of which were described by senior US military officials as "risky and aggressive in nature".
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Taiwan Says China Has Amped "Military Intimidation" This Year
Taiwan's defence minister said Thursday China has stepped up "military intimidation" this year by flying an increased number of warplanes around the island as well as accelerating the deployment of ballistic missiles.
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Air Force's Role In Eastern Ladakh Has Increased Manifold, Says Officer
The role of Indian Air Force (IAF) has increased manifold in the Eastern Ladakh bordering China, a senior officer said and announced that the force is in the process of getting long range surveillance radar systems to keep an eye on the enemy.
