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The ‘Azraeel Group’ of Jaish, led by Pakistani terrorist Saifullah alias Hafiz Ateq Nazir, emerged as one of the most active foreign terrorist modules operating across Jammu & Kashmir before Indian security forces neutralised it during Operation Trashi and related counter-terror operations between 2024 and 2026. The group operated through the forested belts of Doda, Kishtwar, Kathua, and Udhampur and carried out multiple ambushes, encounters, targeted killings, and attacks on Army and police personnel.The module originally consisted of 18 terrorists, including 17 foreign terrorists and one local terrorist. It later split into three operational groups 03 Bakra, 07 Azraeel, and…

The Indian Navy has launched the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative on 16 March 2026, bringing together naval personnel from 16 nations to train, sail, and operate jointly. This program underscores India’s leadership role in the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) and advances its vision of SAGAR and MAHASAGAR for regional security and growth.The commencement of IOS SAGAR 2026 reflects India’s reaffirmed commitment to collaborative maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. Following India’s assumption of the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium in February 2026, this edition includes participation from 16 IONS nations, thereby…

Boundless Capital has announced a minority investment in JSR Dynamics Private Limited, an Indian defence‑tech company specialising in precision‑guided munitions and advanced airborne weapon systems.The investment is intended to support the expansion of manufacturing capacity and the development of next‑generation defence products, marking another instance where Boundless is backing a mission‑critical enterprise at a pivotal stage of growth.JSR Dynamics is headquartered in Nagpur, Maharashtra, and has established advanced manufacturing infrastructure, including a newly commissioned plant in Yelahanka, Bangalore.The company designs and produces high‑end defence solutions such as Long Range Glide Bombs, Range Extension Kits, Jet Powered Bombs, Lightweight Cruise Missiles,…

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has delivered a sharp and uncompromising warning to Pakistan, underscoring India’s uncompromising stance against cross‑border terrorism.Speaking at an interactive session hosted by ‘Uniform Unveiled’ at the Manekshaw Centre in Delhi, the Chief of Army Staff declared that if Pakistan continues to harbour terrorists and operate against India, then it must “decide whether they want to be part of geography or history or not.” His remarks, though brief, carried a sharp edge and were intended to leave no ambiguity about India’s position.The event, titled ‘Sena Samwad’, came just days after India marked the first anniversary of…

Russia has officially delivered its first Su‑57E stealth fighter jets abroad, with Algeria confirmed as the inaugural foreign operator. The first two aircraft were handed over in late 2025, and subsequent deliveries are scheduled through 2027, forming a full squadron at Ain Ousselah Air Base.This marks Russia’s entry into the exclusive club of nations exporting fifth‑generation fighters.Russia’s Su‑57E export programme represents a significant milestone in its defence industry. The aircraft, developed by Sukhoi under the PAK FA programme and assembled at the Komsomolsk‑on‑Amur Aviation Plant, is designed for multirole operations across air, ground, and naval domains.It combines stealth features, supercruise…

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has delivered a decisive message at the CAPSS‑IMR Joint Seminar, signalling a doctrinal shift in the Indian Air Force’s approach to technological development and future warfare.He emphasised that waiting for a flawless 100% perfect system is a strategic misstep, arguing instead that fielding an indigenous system with 85–90% capability on time is far superior to delaying production in pursuit of perfection.This pragmatic stance reflects the urgency of operational readiness in an era where delays can compromise national security and technological relevance.The IAF Chief drew attention to the heavy global losses of drones in active…

Operation Sindoor transformed the BrahMos missile from a respected system into a globally sought-after combat‑validated weapon, with India now negotiating multi‑billion‑dollar export deals across Asia, West Asia, and Latin America.The missile’s performance in May 2025, when none of the 15–19 launched were intercepted and 11 Pakistani airbases were struck, has created unprecedented demand and positioned India as a credible full‑lifecycle defence exporter.On the night of 9 May 2025, Pakistan’s military had less than a minute to assess whether incoming missiles at Nur Khan airbase carried nuclear warheads. By the time the evaluation was complete, BrahMos had already devastated 11 of…

India’s first Made-in-India Airbus C295 has been rolled out from Tata’s Vadodara facility nearly four months ahead of schedule, marking a historic shift in India’s defence manufacturing by breaking HAL’s monopoly and empowering private-sector aerospace production.The aircraft, part of a ₹21,935 crore program, will soon join the Indian Air Force fleet, enhancing tactical airlift capability in rugged terrains and signalling India’s rise as a sovereign aerospace power.The rollout of the first India-made C295 from Tata Advanced Systems Limited’s Final Assembly Line in Vadodara represents a watershed moment in India’s defence industrial ecosystem.For decades, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited dominated military aircraft production,…

Shree Refrigerations Limited has secured a significant order valued at approximately ₹9.75 crore from Kongsberg Maritime for the supply, installation and commissioning of cooling systems for Fleet Support Ships currently under construction in India.This contract is directly linked to the Fleet Support Ship programme, which is being executed at Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam and Larsen & Toubro’s shipyards, and represents another step in strengthening India’s naval logistics and support infrastructure.The scope of the order covers cooling systems associated with Replenishment at Sea (RAS) and Fluid Acquisition & Distribution Systems (FAS) applications. These systems are critical to ensuring reliable thermal…

Russia has openly suggested that India could replace Pakistan as the long‑term mediator in US‑Iran tensions, citing New Delhi’s diplomatic experience, BRICS presidency, and energy dependence on the Gulf.Lavrov’s remarks came during the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi, where he emphasised India’s ability to engage Iran and Arab states constructively while accusing unnamed nations of deepening hostility in West Asia.Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Pakistan is currently facilitating urgent dialogue between Washington and Tehran, but India could assume a broader, sustained role in easing tensions. He highlighted India’s vast diplomatic experience and growing global influence, noting…