The Union Budget 2026 continues the trend of increased defence spending under the Modi government. This article tracks the growth in defence allocations from 2014 to 2026, highlighting key investments and strategic priorities.
A high-level Defence Ministry meeting will discuss India's massive ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale jets from France, featuring 30% indigenous manufacturing and integration of Indian weapons.
Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
A Hindu man in Bangladesh was brutally assaulted and poisoned, his family alleges a planned murder. Rising communal tensions spark international concern.
India criticizes Bangladesh's interim govt for downplaying communal violence. 7 Hindu men killed since Dec 18. Read the full story on the escalating crisis.
MEA demands swift action against perpetrators of communal violence in Bangladesh, citing 51 incidents in December 2025. Read the full report on the escalating crisis.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Bangladesh's interim govt closes visa sections in New Delhi, Kolkata & Agartala missions citing security. Move strains ties as India keeps its posts open. Details on JF-17 talks with Pakistan.
Bangladesh police arrest the main accused in the lynching of Hindu worker Dipu Chandra Das. Dhaka suspends visa services in three Indian missions citing security, straining bilateral ties. Details inside.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
Pakistan's defence minister claims surge in JF-17 fighter jet orders after May 2025 standoff with India could end IMF reliance. Details on Bangladesh, Saudi deals inside.
Bangladesh explores buying JF-17 Thunder fighters from Pakistan & resumes Dhaka-Karachi flights after 12 years, signaling a diplomatic shift. Read the full analysis.
Pakistan confirms high-level talks with Bangladesh for potential sale of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and a broader defence pact. Details on the strategic discussions revealed.
Pakistan confirms high-level talks with Bangladesh on potential sale of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and a broader defence cooperation agreement. Details inside.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are in advanced talks for a JF-17 fighter jets deal, highlighting deepening defence ties as Pakistan faces a financial crisis and Saudi hedges its security bets. Read the full analysis.
Direct air connectivity between Bangladesh and Pakistan restarts after a 10-year gap. Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Pakistan International Airlines will operate weekly flights, boosting trade and people-to-people ties.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Bangladesh Air Force expresses potential interest in procuring JF-17 Thunder jets from Pakistan during high-level talks. This move signals warming ties post-2024 leadership change. Details inside.
Pakistan confirms Bangladesh's potential interest in procuring JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft, marking a significant development in regional defence ties. Read the full report.
Bangladesh Air Force explores acquiring JF-17 Thunder jets from Pakistan, a move that could reshape regional defense dynamics. Read the full report on this potential deal.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
Pakistan and Bangladesh air chiefs held talks on a potential JF-17 Thunder fighter jet pact, marking a strategic shift in South Asian ties. Details inside.
Bangladesh's Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian communities report escalating attacks and land grabs. The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council urges government action to protect minorities and uphold secular values.
A series of violent incidents targeting the Hindu minority in Bangladesh has resulted in seven deaths since December 2025. The unrest follows political changes in the country. Read more.
A second Hindu man was brutally killed in Bangladesh within 24 hours, escalating communal tensions. Authorities launch investigation amid international concern. Read the full report.
Amnesty International warns Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment undermines judicial independence. The move grants Parliament power to fix Supreme Court judges' tenure. Read the full analysis.
Turkey's landmark deal to supply 30 HURJET aircraft to Spain, worth €2.6B, cements its role as a global defence exporter. Read how this partnership reshapes aerospace ties.
Pakistani traders and businesses foresee a severe economic crisis in 2025, citing soaring inflation, high taxes, and crippling energy costs. Can the government intervene?
A Hindu man in Bangladesh was brutally attacked with sharp weapons and set ablaze by a mob, suffering severe injuries. Get the latest updates on this shocking incident.