Defence & Strategic Affairs
73 articles · 2026
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Experts Explain | Make in India in defence sector: Challenges, bottlenecks, and the way forward
OtherOtherOtherGS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
India tests advanced nuclear-capable Agni missile with multiple warhead carrying capability
OtherS&TOtherGS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
How INS Aridaman’s induction strengthens India’s nuclear triad
OtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
INS Aridhaman, nuclear-powered submarine, enters India’s naval fleet
OtherS&TGS 3, GS 2Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Great Nicobar task: Pursuing national security with ecological responsibility
OtherEnvGeoGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Gen Subramani takes charge as new Chief of Defence Staff: ‘Transformation of armed forces, organisational reforms key focus’
SecurityOtherPolityGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Expert Explains | Why Quad has never picked up momentum, and takeaways from New Delhi meet
IROtherOtherGS 2Mains FocusIndian Express1 min read
Deeply concerned: India on drone strike near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant
OtherOtherOtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
A watershed moment in India’s defence posture
OtherSecurityGS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
India’s annual defence production records all-time high of Rs 1.78-lakh cr in 2025-26
OtherOtherOtherGS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
PM congratulates Major Abhilasha Barak for receiving UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award
IRSocialOtherGS 1, GS 2Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
U.S. Military carries out ‘self-defence’ strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
IROtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
China confirms its support to Pakistan during last year’s war with India
OtherOtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Israel-Iran war LIVE: Mojtaba Khamenei says new phase taking shape in Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz
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Will not allow illegal oil shipments from Iran, U.S. tells India
OtherOtherOtherGS 2Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Why India and Australia are deepening Indo-Pacific security ties: China’s expanding footprint
IROtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Why Trump wants to buy Chagos islands now amid conflict with Iran
IRGeoOtherGS 2, GS 1Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Sanctions threat to India would ‘boomerang’ under PM Modi's leadership: Putin
OtherOtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Vietnam’s President To Lam to visit India from May 5-7
IROtherGS 2Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Expert Explains | As modern warfare transforms, the lessons now for Indian defence
OtherOtherOtherGS 3Mains FocusIndian Express1 min read
‘Great Nicobar project will serve strategic interests, emerge as maritime focal point’
OtherOtherEnvGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth in Singapore: ‘No China hegemony, India critical anchor, helps maintain balance of power’
IROtherS&TGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
India invites bids from 3 private players for advanced stealth fighter project
OtherOtherOtherGS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Critical minerals, AI, nuclear ties take centre stage as Jaishankar, Rubio review India-US partnership
OtherOtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsEconomic Times1 min read
Sharp visionary leader known for quick decision-making: Who is Lt Gen N S Raja Subramani, India’s next chief of defence staff
OtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
India, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership
IROtherEconomyGS 2Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
China in mind, India and Japan move to deepen defence ties
IROtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
INS Aridaman: The significance of India’s third nuclear submarine
OtherS&TSecurityGS 3, GS 2Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Doval’s Riyadh visit on PM’s instructions, part of government outreach to Gulf: MEA
IROtherGS 2Mains FocusThe Hindu1 min read
Defence exports surge to ₹38,500 crore: Rajnath Singh
EconomyOtherSecurityGS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
India slams attacks on UNIFIL soldiers, does not name Israel
IROtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Defence Ministry signs ₹1,950 crore deal with BEL for indigenous mountain radars
OtherS&TEconomyGS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Iran rejects US’ 15-point plan to end West Asia war, lays out own conditions. What are Tehran’s 5 demands?
IROtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Why does Trump want to pull out of NATO?
IROtherGS 2Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
Isro launches Mission MITRA: Gaganyatris to be tested for mental, physical, and crew operability strengths in the wilderness of Ladakh
S&TGeoOtherGS 3, GS 1Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
UN lauds efforts by Indian peacekeepers in opening key corridor in South Sudan
IROtherOtherGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read
India defence exports hit Rs 38,424 Crore in FY26, Rajnath lauds 62% surge
OtherEconomyIRGS 2, GS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
High-tech ISI-BKI ‘espionage’ network targeting Delhi defence hubs busted; 11 nabbed from Delhi, Punjab
SecurityOtherGS 3Prelims + MainsIndian Express1 min read
Defence Ministry pushes indigenous design for development of 1,000-kg aerial bomb for IAF
S&TOtherEconomyGS 3, GS 2Prelims + MainsThe Hindu1 min read