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US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reportsChina is reportedly preparing to send new air defense systems to Iran in the coming weeks. Intelligence suggests Beijing may use third coun...11 Apr, 2026, 12.29 PM IST- What happens if an US aircraft goes down behind enemy lines, tribes in Iran searching for missing pilot, and is rescued F-15E fighter jet pilot undergoing medical treatment? Full explainerWhat happens if an US aircraft goes down behind enemy lines, tribes in Iran searching for missing pilot, and is rescued F-15E fighter jet p...04 Apr, 2026, 04.09 AM IST
- What could Trump achieve by threatening Iran's Kharg Island?US President Donald Trump has threatened to "completely obliterate" Iran's Kharg Island, a vital oil export hub. Trump suggested the US cou...31 Mar, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
- Why Iran's Kharg Island could decide the fate of the Strait of Hormuz and how a US invasion could ignite a bigger gulf warKharg Island: Iran has significantly reinforced its military presence on Kharg Island, deploying anti-armour mines, shoulder-fired missiles...26 Mar, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
- Thought U.S. and EU drones were superior? Russia unleashes drones that fly higher and faster — here's all about themRussia has modified its drone warfare strategy in Ukraine, now deploying Shahed-136 drones at higher altitudes and increased speeds exceedi...28 May, 2025, 01.26 AM IST
- China: Have exported tech to Bangladesh for defence industrial baseChina has exported various military technologies to Bangladesh, aiding in the development of its defence industry. Key collaborations inclu...14 Mar, 2025, 12.06 AM IST
- Thales, Bharat Dynamics to provide first supply of man portable air defence systems to IndiaThales and Bharat Dynamics Limited announced that they will soon deliver the initial batch of Laser Beam Riding MANPAD Very Short-Range Air...11 Feb, 2025, 10.34 PM IST
- Indian Army gets portable Igla-S Air defence system; Here's all about next-gen missiles to be deployed at China, Pakistan bordersThe Indian Army has received the first batch of Igla-S Man Portable Air Defence Systems (MANPADS) from Russia, part of a larger deal for 12...08 Apr, 2024, 04.35 PM IST
- India may soon have its own desi portable air defence missilesThe indigenous very short-range air defence system (VSHORADS), developed by DRDO to neutralize low-altitude aerial threats within a 6-km ra...04 Jan, 2024, 03.12 PM IST
- Russia to supply, license production of Igla anti-aircraft missiles to India: ReportRussia has signed a contract to supply Igla-S hand-held anti-aircraft missiles to India and allow production of the Igla there under licens...14 Nov, 2023, 02.54 PM IST
- US announces $345 million military aid package for TaiwanThe US has announced a $345m military aid package for Taiwan, in its first major initiative to help Taiwan counter China. The White House e...29 Jul, 2023, 07.46 AM IST
- Looking to co-create defence tech with India: UK Minister Jeremy Quin“The Royal Navy and British industry now stand ready to co-produce an indigenous Electric Propulsion capability in support of the Indian Na...30 Jun, 2022, 11.33 AM IST
- US asks its airlines be cautious in Pakistan airspace due to "extremist or militant activity"There is a risk to US civil aviation operating in the territory and airspace of Pakistan due to extremist/militant activity," said the US F...02 Jan, 2020, 11.20 PM IST
- Senior US official describes the 'nightmare' scenario in Syria right nowThe CIA-backed nationalist rebels argue that it is in the US interest to provide deterrents against the Russian onslaught.07 Oct, 2015, 03.03 PM IST
- Russia built one of the most alarming anti-aircraft systems in history - and won't say who it's sending it toThe 9K333 can strike up to 13,500 feet and is an incredibly light-weight, mobile, and user-friendly tool for shooting planes out of the sky.20 Jun, 2015, 12.56 PM IST
- ISIS looted advanced weaponry from Syria's Tabqa air baseISIS fighters managed to loot SA-16 man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS), Sidewinder missiles, and even MiG-21B fighter jets.26 Aug, 2014, 01.32 PM IST
- How to avert another MH17The MH17 crash has ignited a debate on how to safeguard civil aircraft from SAMs. Currently there is no legal restriction on international ...23 Jul, 2014, 12.22 PM IST
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