Articles by Rahul Singh
India clears deal to buy 26 Rafale fighters for navy
The Rafale procurement will include weapons, simulator, spares, associated ancillary equipment, crew training and logistics support for the Indian Navy.
Updated on Apr 09, 2025 02:06 PM IST
India set to bring out military space doctrine soon, says CDS
The initiatives are part of the government’s efforts to protect its space-based assets and bolster military capabilities to take on new challenges.
Published on Apr 08, 2025 06:18 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
Rajnath: India for rules-based order in Indo-Pacific
Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that India stands for a free, open and rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific
Published on Apr 06, 2025 06:52 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
ALH to be grounded for 3 more months
A fleet-wide inspection has revealed that some navy and coast guard ALHs are facing the same problem — cracks in the swashplate assembly.
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 05:46 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Govt inks ₹62,700-cr deal with HAL for 156 LCHs
The defence ministry has signed two contracts worth ₹62,700 crore with HAL for 156 Prachand light combat helicopters for the armed forces, a statement said.
Published on Mar 29, 2025 03:12 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
Centre signs two deals for 307 artillery guns
This comes a week after the Cabinet Commitee on Security (CCS), headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cleared the ATAGS (advanced towed artillery gun system) deal, in a boost for self-reliance in the country’s defence manufacturing sector.
Published on Mar 27, 2025 07:44 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New delhi
GE delivers first of the 99 F-404 engines for LCA Mk-1A aircraft
The LCA Mk-1A programme, crucial for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to shore up its fleet, is running behind schedule.
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 06:01 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
Indian Military Academy to induct 1st batch of women officer cadets
Eight of 18 women cadets in their final NDA term have chosen the army and will train at IMA for a year before being commissioned as officers next year.
Updated on Mar 25, 2025 04:50 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Cabinet nod to ₹7K-cr deal for 307 locally made artillery guns
The CCS approved a ₹7,000-crore deal for 307 locally made artillery guns, enhancing India's defense self-reliance and modernizing military capabilities.
Published on Mar 21, 2025 07:34 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Army to get locally made arty guns worth ₹7,000 cr
The ATAGS (advanced towed artillery gun system) deal, which includes 327 towing trucks, was cleared on Wednesday, paving the way for the signing of a contract by March-end
Updated on Mar 20, 2025 11:47 AM IST
Rahul Singh
‘Complex issues must be addressed before rolling out theatre commands’
The ministry’s response to a pointed question on theaterisation was part of a new report tabled by the standing committee on defence in Parliament on Monday.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 09:36 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
India calls for US action on pro-Khalistan group
The talks came at a time when the two sides are looking at expanding defence cooperation with focus on multiple domains in land, air, maritime and space
Updated on Mar 18, 2025 04:32 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Bofors case back under the spotlight after four decades. The story so far...
A new book BoforsGate claims senior Indian bureaucrats “tutored” Bofors officials on “how to absolve then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi of all blame"
Published on Mar 06, 2025 06:14 AM IST
Rajnath Singh flags threat of new-age warfare
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes India's need to prepare for emerging hybrid security threats, highlighting the importance of advanced technology and collaboration.
Published on Mar 05, 2025 06:58 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
India must stay prepared for new age of warfare, says Rajnath Singh
Rajnath Singh said cyber attacks, misinformation campaigns, and space-based espionage are emerging as new-age threats that require advanced solutions
Published on Mar 04, 2025 05:40 PM IST
Rahul Singh
Top govt panel calls on private sector to fill gaps in capabilities of Air Force
The challenge is to strike a balance between the need for self-reliance and staying potent at the same time with the induction of new weapons and systems.
Published on Mar 04, 2025 04:00 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
Induction of 35-40 fighters per year need of the hour: IAF chief
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said that an in-house study conducted by the IAF showed that it must induct two fighter squadrons every year to cater to the numbers needed.
Published on Mar 01, 2025 05:10 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Army chief visits Airbus helicopter facility in France
Dwivedi reached France on January 24 on a four-day official visit that seeks to deepen defence cooperation between the two countries
Published on Feb 27, 2025 06:38 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Army chief Gen Dwivedi visits Airbus’ helicopter facility in France
The Marignane facility produces a range of civil and military helicopters, including the H125 that is set to be assembled in India soon
Published on Feb 26, 2025 07:05 PM IST
Rahul Singh
Rajnath to carry out quarterly review of key defence reforms
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will review reforms aimed at enhancing India's military readiness, focusing on integrated theatre commands and modernisation.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 07:04 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
MoD panel set to submit report on speeding up LCA Mk-1A induction
The panel includes secretary (defence production), Vice Chief of the Air Staff and the chairman of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), HT has learnt
Published on Feb 24, 2025 07:00 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Delivering LCA Mk-1A key, not countering criticism: HAL chief
His comments came a week after Air Chief Marshal AP Singh questioned the firm’s ability to meet the air force’s critical requirements on time.
Updated on Feb 18, 2025 05:40 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Vets seek colleague’s return from Qatar as Amir arrives
In December 2023, Qatar’s Court of Appeal commuted the death sentences awarded to the eight men and sentenced them to prison for varying durations ranging from three years to 25 years
Published on Feb 17, 2025 08:30 AM IST
Rahul Singh, New Delhi
F-35 pitch puts focus on IAF modernisation
Trump’s F-35 offer lacked finer details, and the proposed sale will require a US policy review and protracted negotiations after India formally kicks off the acquisition process
Published on Feb 15, 2025 06:42 AM IST
Rahul Singh
Review: Gliff by Ali Smith
Technology, uncertainty and an air of transient horror runs through this first part of a duology.
Published on Feb 12, 2025 02:03 PM IST
Rahul Singh
Rajnath urges global leaders to co-develop weapons with India
Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday urged the global community to join India in the co-development and co-production of advanced weapon systems
Published on Feb 12, 2025 07:20 AM IST
Rahul Singh, Bengaluru
Transmission snag led to ALH crash: HAL chief
HAL chief DK Sunil on Tuesday said that a “swashplate fracture” caused the crash of a coast guard Dhruv advanced light helicopter (ALH) on January 5
Updated on Feb 12, 2025 05:47 AM IST
Rahul Singh, Bengaluru
‘We’re just not confident of HAL’: Air chief’s lament
The IAF chief was talking to a group of HAL officials while sitting in the cockpit of the locally produced Hindustan Jet Trainer
Updated on Feb 11, 2025 11:59 PM IST
Rahul Singh, Bengaluru
Govt seeks targeted solutions in strong Make in India pitch
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urges global manufacturers at Aero India 2025 to create solutions for geopolitical challenges, boosting India's defence sector.
Published on Feb 11, 2025 07:40 AM IST
Rahul Singh, Bengaluru
HAL’s indigenous LCA Mk-1A makes air show debut amid delays
India showcased its indigenous LCA Mk-1A fighter jets at Aero India, addressing readiness concerns as the IAF awaits timely engine deliveries for induction.
Updated on Feb 11, 2025 08:40 AM IST
Rahul Singh