By IndraStra Global News Team Pakistan is currently in discussions to procure Chinese-built Shenyang FC-31 Gyrfalcon, also known as the J-31 mid-sized twinjet 5th-generation stealth fighter, a move that could potentially recalibrate the balance of air power within the region. The J-31 bears striking similarities to the American F-35 and F-22 aircraft and, if acquired,…
The Finnish Defence Forces purchases more Patria 6×6 armoured vehicles by redeeming the additional purchase option related to the agreement signed in June 2023 when Patria signed an agreement for 91 vehicles with the Finnish Defence Forces Logistic Command. The agreement also included a purchase option up to 70 vehicles of which the Finnish Defence…
The Moroccan government and Safran signed a framework agreement last month outlining a mutual commitment to support and develop Morocco’s aerospace industry ecosystem. Notably, this agreement is based on three guiding principles: Development of a high-quality local supply chain, in particular by identifying local Safran suppliers and service providers and supporting the expansion of their…
Israel’s defence minister has laid out his vision for the next phase of the war in Gaza, describing how Israeli forces would shift to an apparently scaled-down “new combat approach” in northern Gaza, while continuing to fight Hamas in the south of the territory “for as long as necessary”. Ahead of a visit by the…
Indian Air Force (IAF) under Ministry of Defence, invites Expression of Interest (Eol) from Indian firms towards repairs, refurbishment, life extension checks and subsequent life cycle management of RW-AE air to air missiles under the category of ‘Missiles with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Support’, by Indian Firms through JV / MoU with OEM of the…
India is actively contributing to Tanzania’s military capabilities by assisting in the establishment of a mechanized infantry battalion, a pivotal step in their expanding military cooperation. General Jacob John Mkunda, Chief of Defence Forces for Tanzania, visited India last month, marking a significant development in the strengthening ties between the two nations. During his visit,…
India and Pakistan recently have exchanged, through diplomatic channels simultaneously at New Delhi and Islamabad, the list of nuclear installations and facilities, covered under the Agreement on the Prohibition of Attack against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between India and Pakistan. The Agreement, which was signed on 31 December 1988 and entered into force on 27…
India’s Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar has lauded the NCC for heralding a new era of youth development and national progress by channelising the youth’s energy for positivity. Describing NCC cadets as important stakeholders in the rise of Bharat, the Vice President said that they are role models for the nation’s youth. Addressing the gathering…
The third edition of Project ‘Veer Gatha’, a joint initiative of Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Education as part of Republic Day celebrations, has witnessed an overwhelming pan India response. Approx. 1.37 crore students from around 2.43 lakh schools participated in the initiative, with 100 winners being selected at the national level. The list of 100…
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was apprised of a Memorandum of Understanding signed at Port Louis, Mauritius on November 01, 2023 between Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication, and Innovation of the Republic of…
